How to Prep Combination Skin for Makeup

Learn a few of my tips and tricks when working on people with combination skin! Make sure your makeup goes on with no problems and that oily t-zone doesn't get worse throughout the day!
Sorry my energy is a bit low in this video, I was still dealing with my cold from the holidays!!!!
SPECIFIC PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO
EMBRYOLISSE LAIT CREME CONCENTRATE
www.embryolisseusa.com
MAC MATTE GEL
bit.ly/2jChsJy
BENEFIT POREFESSIONAL FACE PRIMER
seph.me/2ky6Kbg
Skin care you may want to add or include in your kit:
- Light textured moisturizer or serum for the cheeks (or all over)
- Oil control hydrating lotion (may also be pore refining)
- Mattifying gel
- Pore minimizing primer
THANKS FOR WATCHING XO. A.
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[@MrsAshSal08]

I can't wait to see your prep dry skin video. I had a client this past weekend who had dry/flaky skin. I thought I did a good job prepping, but as I was moisturizing her skin, her skin started to flake! I WAS LIKE 😨😨😨! I remember what you said in this video. I grab a cotton pad & micellar water and I took off the moisturizer and exfoliate her skin. And afterwards I went back to moisturizer and she said her skin felt soooooo soft. I WAS SOOOO HAPPY I SAW THIS VIDEO! THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR TIPS! 😄😄😄😄😄

[@AngieDiB]

YESSS!!! Great job!!! I hate when that happens, it always makes you freak out a little and sometimes skin starts flaking when you least expect it 🙀

[@MrsAshSal08]

Angie Di Battista I was literally screaming inside lol, but im sooooo glad I saw this video! I watch your videos religiously!

[@AngieDiB]

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[@crystalw4257]

I am SO thankful that I found your channel! I am exploring the route of freelancing, and want to get as much knowledge as possible before practicing on family and friends. You rock!!

[@scentsible7391]

I'm so happy I found your channel!! it has helped me tremendously with applying makeup on myself and on other people too! thank you so much!! ❤️

[@jessicacalleja5873]

so thankful i found you!! lots of great info! and so awesome to see someone on youtube who lives near me !! so refreshing

[@Nadacokolada]

Thank you so much for sharing all your tips and tricks! I have been looking for a KZbinr like you, for a very long time! Your videos are more informative then school for me🙏

[@biancapalmer8062]

Soooo... Little bit of a girl crush here! You're amazing

[@SabrinaWarnick]

Can you do a video on how you apply makeup to clients with medium to intense acne and how you prep the skin also?

[@AngieDiB]

Yes!! Added to the list!!!

[@prettylilmuma]

Your channel is by far THE BEST! Thanks so much for your videos, you've given me the knowledge & confidence to turn my love into a career ❤❤

[@AngieDiB]

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[@ktsaidwow]

Found your channel recently and am hooked! I wish I would have found your videos sooner. You are so clear, concise, and easy to understand. Thank you so much for the great content that anyone can learn from.

[@AngieDiB]

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[@tamwoolacott7185]

This video is life-changing. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@mariamoctezuma5940]

Ever since I discover this Chanel my makeup looks so much better! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ApandaLynn]

You are so beautiful. I love your natural beauty look. You also provide clear and concise advice. Thanks so much. ❤️

[@makiealoves]

So glad I found this channel! I'm a beginner professional mua and ALL of these videos are right up my alley on how I learn....Thanks so much for sharing knowledge!

[@AngieDiB]

Thanks for watching Makiea!

[@nargali1769]

Your chanell is amazing and exactly what I need to start as a make up artist. Thank you so so much xx

[@bbbelzs2101]

Can you do a video on choosing the correct colours for clients? This is something I struggle with most when doing other peoples makeup! Love your channel always learn LOADS :))

[@seahierramoore2719]

Love, love, love your videos! I'm starting out as a Bridal MUA and have felt so overwhelmed. Your videos are so informative and genuine. I've been glued to my phone this week ha ha. I'm truly thankful! Any way you could do a video on bridal kit essentials and what products you recommend best for bridal?

[@AngieDiB]

Thanks Seahierra! Yes, a bridal video is on the way - but having a product specific one for a bridal kit is a great idea!!!!

[@annettemlody2684]

Found your page today, it was very informative. Thank You

[@1apples22]

I love are you helpful tips! Thank you🙏💕✨ keep it up🙌

[@AngieDiB]

Thank you so much!!!

[@lotusblossom7977]

Thank you for making this video! ❤️

[@AngieDiB]

Thanks for watching!!!!

[@GDaubrosse]

Can't wait for the dry skin video!

[@saraortiz2220]

Thank you so much for all the tricks and good information! could you talk about how to prep undereyes for mature skin so they can look smooth and young looking?? thanks ones again!!

[@AngieDiB]

Definitely Sara! I will include that in one of my future videos!!

[@ayamalik]

I have been using Avene for years and love the serum it is a game changer for skincare. Has the formula changed recently as it is more cream like before it was gel like

[@carabowman8476]

Love your channel ❤️❤️

[@AngieDiB]

Thanks Cara!

[@natachamenard8946]

Wow another great video

[@Arisuhh]

love your tips! I already bought the RCMA pallet and its great! now I'm trying to find the embryolisse moisturizer here in Chile... so hard to get all this products 😢

[@AngieDiB]

That's great! If products are too hard to find, try products that are easier for you to get so you can save money on shipping!

[@vikkisutton8766]

Hi Ange. Are you able to do a video about touch ups. Tips and tricks to make sure you don’t ruin the make up. Thanks x

[@AngieDiB]

I haven't done a touch up video yet because it is so specific to the job that i'm doing. I would need to think a little bit more about it and maybe do a video later this summer.

[@cynthiaagbenyegah2998]

Hi Angie! Love love love these videos!! Was wondering if you could please give us tips on prepping eyelids so shadows last longer and appear vibrant. I personally have combination skin and find eyeshadows don't last even if I use primers like UD Primer Potion. Also I have dark circles and areas of skin either side of my nose where colour correction / concealer doesn't adhere well. Any ideas? Please keep sharing these videos - they're fantastic!!

[@AngieDiB]

These are really good questions! For priming eyelids I always make sure to remove any surface oil first, then apply a primer (you may want to experiment with different primers) and then shadow - that usually works well but everyone is different. Make sure the areas where concealer or any product isn't adhering are properly exfoliated and hydrated with a product that doesn't leave an oily residue. That should help!

[@cynthiaagbenyegah2998]

Angie Di Battista Thanks Angie!

[@jxst_love_makeup]

The mixt skin can use cream foundation ?

[@jxst_love_makeup]

Hi, is it True that we dont use cream or primer with Dimethicone when we use cream/ balm foundation with wax in it?

[@mariaoneill5868]

Hi Angie I am new to your channel and I am already loving it:) My question for you is, will the light hydrating serum replace the moisturizer that I am using or do I have to apply my moisturizer first and then the serum? And also what is your best recommendations on moisturizer for oily combination skin? Thanks

[@AngieDiB]

The Avene Light Hydrating Serum can be used on its own or under another moisturizer - totally up to you. I have a newer video on skin prep for oily skin out as well.

[@eugeniatsimbouri6774]

Hello! Very good job and Thanks for that!Which is the appropriate everyday cleanser for a combo skin? In

[@AngieDiB]

I don’t have an answer for you. I prefer oil cleansers for myself because they remove my makeup and don’t dry out my skin.

[@kajalnichani5635]

I am from India Angie mam i am not getting here MAC MATTIFYING GEL.. Instead of that can u suggest me any substitute for it.

[@aurasaurus]

Everyone says if you have oil on your t-zone you’ve got combination skin, but i have oily and a bit of tight flakey skin at very different areas than the t-zone. Do i have combination skin??

[@humahussaini8216]

I LOVE your videos!!!! i am so glad i found this channel , its so informative. I have a question , I am gonna be doing makeup on models for a Runway show for the first time. My weaker areas are setting the makeup, Any advice is appreciated Thanks!!

[@AngieDiB]

Let me know what you are struggling with specifically and maybe I can help out. Do you mean making the makeup last?

[@humahussaini8216]

Yes, making it last. Also is there anything I should do differently when it comes to runway makeup. I use mac studio fix foundation and pro long wear concealer and set it with rcma no color powder. Thanks for replying!!

[@AngieDiB]

What is happening to the makeup that is causing concern? What I mean is - what about your making application is making you think you need help with setting?

[@humahussaini8216]

Angie Di Battista I don't usually have problems with my regular clients, but in this show I am starting to put makeup on the models around 11 and the show starts at 6. so I was wondering if there's anything I can do differently to make the makeup last longer or should I just do touch up before the show begins

[@AngieDiB]

The products you are using should last, I would recommend a light touch up prior to the show. Absorb any oils on the surface of the skin before applying more makeup for a touch up and don't apply more makeup just because - make sure they actually need it.

[@PamelaGrace31]

Thank you so much for your videos!! How do you deal with a client who doesn't know their skin type? I had a client who has the most acne I'd ever seen and she had no idea what her skin type was smh...then i put color corrector and power to set it on the acne spots some of which had puss and were active and it started flaking so I was what in the world am I doing lol she liked the final result but I was underwhelmed with myself

[@AngieDiB]

Hi Pamela! Most clients don't actually know their skin type which is why you have to really get to know all you can about skin care so you can look at their skin and understand what is happening in order to prep the skin properly.

[@arlenetheebean]

Your videos are so informative and so well put together they make me believe that I can be a makeup artist but then I remember that I have no skills as a visual artist and I can barely put makeup on my own face lmao

[@AngieDiB]

LMAO 😂 Thank you for watching, i'm sure it's not as bad as you think!!!!

[@kajalnichani5635]

Love u mam superb ❣😘

[@pamelathomas6049]

Yes, everyone is right. There is no one that gives the very practical, useful info you do. I also like that you lean more to the Natural Look. That is my personal goal for myself and my clients. please don't go anywhere :) I am a 73 yo Master Esthetician that has decided to go to school to become a MUA. I am retired from the Medical profession consequently, because of my age and profession, I lean more toward the practical and straightforward.....Again, thank you. FYI...My school doesn't really teach this kind of stuff either..

[@pamelathomas6049]

If no FB, how is a good way to ask specfic questions?

[@bowreality1564]

I am still confused about my skin. It’s dry if not super dry. I don’t think it’s oily but I have big pores?

[@prettymakeup9799]

great video

[@hiddensexy]

so to exfoliate u said to use what again? i understood the micellar water part but what was good for exfoliating?

[@AngieDiB]

Hi Brenda! Micellar water on a baby wipe or cotton pad to lightly exfoliate, if they are drier skin you can use the baby wipe or cotton pad with Embryolisse moisturizer.

[@zinebm3030]

HI, there is another version of Embryolisse which is called the Hydra-Mat. Have you tried that one? Cause I have a combined skin type and I am doubting which one to use. Especially get oily on my forehead. Thanks!

[@AngieDiB]

It is very good! The original will be too heavy for your skin. 👌🏻

[@stephaniemeza3939]

Have you tried peel pads for exfoliating? They're a staple in my kit. 😊😊😊

[@AngieDiB]

I have Stephanie!! Which ones do you like to use? The ones i've fallen in love with from Dermalogica are $$$$$$

[@stephaniemeza3939]

I love those but I'm using the ones from Neogen right now. It's a Korean skincare line and they're a little more affordable.

[@AngieDiB]

Thanks for sharing!!! I'll have to check those out!!!

[@GirlArmy21]

I honestly read this as "pee pads"...I have dogs. LOL Thanks for sharing this tip! XO

[@jhenagbuya7408]

Hi Ms. Angie. I would like to ask if what will you recommend a foundation that long last for your client who is super sweaty person because of the climate especially in Asian country? Thank you so much for help.. 😊

[@AngieDiB]

Depending on what you have access to where you live - something like Cinema Secrets would be good but you would have to prep the skin accordingly with a product that can help to control sweat similar to the Mehron Skin Prep Pro.

[@jhenagbuya7408]

Angie Di Battista the country I’m talking about is Philippines. :-) mostly of the ladies are sweaty here in our country. So that, I’m asking for the better foundation for a sweaty person.

[@candiemassey3205]

I am looking for a new toner. Any suggestions on your favorites for combination skin?

[@AngieDiB]

Hey Candie! I love to use the Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water in place of a toner. It removes any makeup on the surface but is not overly drying.

[@helloangelia]

With the embryolisse, do you find that your clients say anything or are sensitive to the strong scent? Thank you again for the great videos! :)

[@AngieDiB]

Hi Angelia! I have not had any clients indicate to me that they are bothered by the scent but if I have a client that makes a point to mention the scent of products I would probably use something else on their skin just in case! The good thing with the Embryolisse is that the scent disappears very quickly once on the skin.

[@helloangelia]

Angie Di Battista thank you!

[@jessilaine7999]

I have just recently started out. Sometimes I will have a consultation with the client ahead of our appointment (if it’s a prom or a bridal appointment) since I’m still building my kit. When I see the state of some of these girls skin, knowing they have such important events coming up, several times I have wanted to recommend that the girls with the extremely dry/combination skin use a gentle exfoliating daily toner until their event. Also, with the girls that have very oily, but dehydrated skin who are not using any kind of moisturizer at all out of fear of becoming more oily, I want to send them home with a very light gel-based moisturizer and ask them to use it once a day until their event. Would something like that ever be appropriate?

[@AngieDiB]

Definitely! If you want to invest your time/money in doing this for your clients you can.

[@CarolCreates]

Ok, so, when you've applied foundation, etc then see large pores on client's face, where the foundation has settled 😧 - would you remove foundation and apply Porefessional in the areas needed? Or, would you just dab Porefessional on top of the large pores to fill them in? 🤔. Not for studio shoots, just a regular client.

[@AngieDiB]

For me I would definitely start over and apply Porefessional first!

[@CarolCreates]

Angie Di Battista : thanks for that. I'm still learning. You know I came across one of your videos and I binge watched them all - had to do neck exercises afterwards 🤣. Anyhoo, you're brill! One of the best channels I've come across. You tell it as it is - it's great to get feedback from an artist. Yes, there are my fav makeup pros on KZbin - Mary G, Lisa E, Charlotte T - they've got great tips BUT they don't tell it like you do, from experience. I can relate to your posts. I actually woke up one day "hummm, I wanna be a MUA" (you can do this in UK - no training and poof ... your a mua!). I did go to makeup school because I put makeup on ppl and made them look like a clown 🤡. The class laughed at me but I am kinda artsy so I ploughed on. I learned a lot in class, from watching KZbin and now from you. I am a working mua because I put paid ads out there (didn't wait for jobs to come my way - I went out and found them) and worked on ppl like you did back in the day - learning plenty from mistakes. Been working for 7 hrs now - I'm a mature artist (I think I had a midlife crisis) but I enjoy what I do. I did assist once but never again! Hated working on set - don't like the long hours - I prefer to visit clients do the job and go. But thanks for your channel, I ❤️ your style, and I look forward to more posts 👏

[@CarolCreates]

Oopse 4 years, not 7.

[@AngieDiB]

Amazing! Sounds like you are on the right track!!!!! Thank you so much for watching my videos. Glad you like them!

[@Acieification]

Hi Angi can you do a video on how to prep skin that is acidic?

[@AngieDiB]

I can definitely do that - let me know what you mean by acidic so I make sure I can answer your question properly!

[@Acieification]

Hi Angie I ve had clients that turn a shade darker even while i ve matched their foundation to their skintone.

[@AngieDiB]

Oh I see - what foundation are you using and does this happen often?

[@gracef.romero-salas6255]

I usually use Makeup Forever Matt Velvet + since most of the clients I work with have generally oily to combination skin.

[@mochibun2389]

👏👏

[@lhesliefeasantos3724]

hi miss angie, please do a video on how to put makeup on male clients 😊

[@AngieDiB]

On my list!!! Thank you so much!

[@pretygyrl1]

What products do you recommend for clients needing sun protection? The embryoleise moisturizer doesn't have any spf in it 😔 Also, what setting spray do you recommend to last all day. For my prom clients who are coming early in the day I want to ensure them as much as possible that their makeup will still be good into the night

[@AngieDiB]

I actually just started using the Ombrelle fluid from the drugstore and it goes on really well under makeup. I prefer the fluid sunscreens - Neutrogena has a bunch that are great for face as well!

[@AngieDiB]

OH and for setting spray I love Urban Decay Deslick! I use it all the time for bridal.

[@regitzehansen2425]

I know that this video is 4 years old, but I have a question… When should I apply sunscreen and what sunscreen would be best for combo skin?😅

[@AngieDiB]

Sunscreen is usually the last step before makeup. I am combination skin as well and I use fluid sunscreens from La Roche Posay and Neutrogena which I like. There are so many great lightweight sunscreens out there now I’m sure you will be able to find something!

[@tantoobad]

You got it right on the million dollar shipping! 😂

[@AngieDiB]

😖

[@runminaojeda572]

Thanks for this! Can you do one on mature skin, a.k.a. the mother of the bride? :)

[@AngieDiB]

You would prep mature skin based on the client's skin type!

[@runminaojeda572]

PErfect! THANKS like your videos so much!!!

[@IAmEnigma007]

Hi Angie! I’ve heard that some people carry pore strips in their kits to help smooth the skin and get rid of the black heads and what not. What are your thoughts on this type of practice? To use, or not to use???

[@AngieDiB]

I personally would never touch a client's face with one of those strips, I don't trust that they won't damage the skin. But that's just me!

[@IAmEnigma007]

Angie Di Battista thank you! I had mixed feelings about it! And wanted someone else’s opinion on the matter. Your channel is truly amazing

[@lyndale490]

I wish I found you when I started yrs ago! I would have saved so much $ 😝 TY 💓🖖