The BEST Makeup for Dry Skin: Foundation, Blush, Concealer, & More! (Makeup Artist Picks)

[@aleenharoian4289]

Can you please do a skin care routine for dry skin before applying makeup??

[@marlenegabrielacontrerasga5929]

and also this, with affordable products as well!

[@kristamichelle]

I’m sorry but as an Esthetician I have to point something out here. Dry skin as a type has small pores on most of the face (not including the nose). Dry skin is lacking the ability to produce sebaceous oil. Dehydrated skin is a condition where the skin is lacking in water. If you have a dry skin type and it’s healthy it won’t feel tight, it won’t be flaky or red or any of the side effects of dehydrated skin that you mentioned. Any skin type, whether you’re dry, combo or oily (not going to say normal as that doesn’t exist) can suffer from dehydrated skin. I just had to put this out there because both professionals and consumers really need to stop confusing dry skin type with dehydrated skin condition.

[@pinkiepie6880]

Thank you! Great advice. I recently realized I had dry AND dehydrated skin (damaged skin barrier and wasn't drinking nearly enough water). I've had to simplify my skin care and I've been using a zinc based product similar to La Roche Posay's Cicaplast (Avene Cicalfate, though a nappy rash balm works the same so when I run out I'll be buying one). People need to know that, as you said, you can have any type of skin (combo, oily, dry, etc) whilist still having dehydrated skin. I usually have combo skin but lately it's been dry and dehydrated (flaky, red patches, feels tight after cleansing).

[@alenetimberlake7148]

​@@pinkiepie6880i have dry and dehydrated as well. Tough to manage.. I use cicaplast for day (sometimes w a little castor oil) and welda skin good at night. I also just added snail mucin to see if hellps. I had used alastin tint and works good as does Dr jart

[@brendahicks4627]

I would love to see a video on what & how to moisturize before makeup for dry mature skin.

[@lanigal]

As a super dry sensitive skin gal… if too much time passes between my skincare and makeup, I spray with the Evian or Caudalíe water. It’s so dumb to pay this much for a can of dang water but it helps rehydrate between skincare layers and even makeup! And I haven’t tried the caudalíe elixir spray but I actually use the D’Alba serum spray (the yellow one) as a finishing spray! It makes my face feel hydrated & takes away any cake or dryness from powders & just gives a healthy skin look!

[@effieboo9275]

You could try a refillable fine mist bottle or atomizer instead of paying that much for water :) I use rose water with mine

[@kerrym.5739]

Love this. Could you do a drugstore equivalent option of the products in this video? Please and thank you. ❤

[@ST-fd6bi]

More of these PLEASE. I would love to see the plump lips ideas (contour, best pencils, best glosses etc.)

[@dianalovestoplan]

I’m very dry and the Nars Light Reflecting Foundation is my new recent obsession. It looks amazing on my dry skin.

[@Aboodkaaa]

I bought it and its the worse foundation i have used so far

[@emmash3lley]

@@AboodkaaaI was going to get it, how come it is bad

[@Aboodkaaa]

@@emmash3lley For me it showed the dryness of my face and it seemed like there was sand on my face. I bought Too Faced Born this Way foundation + Makeup Forever and both suited me perfectly!

[@Benja2001]

I'm officially middle aged. Thought my make-up days were gone as a busy mom. But watching Nikki is really refreshing she has some really good tips. Makes me feel I can try again and feel pretty

[@binugurung3075]

Q

[@autumn5396]

So glad I found this video. After having kids I went from oily skin to dry skin and now I’m having to start my make up and skin care routine all over again.

[@tjeannine99]

LOVE Mac Face and Body - beautiful foundation. Very underrated and not talked about on repeat enough.

[@abbyk36]

Huda beauty concealer is the best concealer I have ever tried, it looks like skin and is so full coverage. 10/10

[@ybs161]

I got the Kosas powder in the recent Sephora sale and I have dry skin and it’s been amazing!!

[@allisonmundorff5179]

I have dry skin and the light reflecting foundation is amazing on my skin favorite foundation atm.

[@clisaa6974]

does it stay glowy throughout the day? Does it work well with SPF underneath?

[@allisonmundorff5179]

@@clisaa6974 I noticed the glow depends on how much powder I use if I just do a light dusting glow does come through . Also I noticed it stays in place all day and yes works well with spf ❤️

[@clisaa6974]

@@allisonmundorff5179 oh gotcha! That is good to know. Thank you:)

[@lindsey.117]

Have you tried the Hauz Labs foundation? I'm trying to choose which one to get! I also am a dry skin girly, but always time out my skin care like you.

[@AdriZidare]

Love this!!! I'm all for glowy skin, since I'm dry. Do you prefer Nars over Armani foundation? Also any good drugstore foundations for dry skin?

[@TamunoAbbey]

The elf halo glow is really good!

[@jessileylove]

Love it! Love the chemistry between you 2 it’s like your sisters. What about texture dry skin? Would this be good options as well ☺️

[@lilithdoe7043]

Have you guys been spending extra time together? You always seem pretty close, but this is next level, sister-type comfortable lol Extra giggling, talking over each other like a real conversation with no camera.... Cute ❤

[@WithLovexo]

They just did a trip to Italy for Susan’s skincare brand!

[@tjeannine99]

I love the Kosas Concealer for aging/dry skin.

[@MexyCan74]

I really like the Milk bionic glow in the pinkier shade as I prefer a pinkish glow rather than a bronzish tint. Try it out!

[@aoyhan5757]

This was great! Nikki you've changed my life! I've bought everything you have recommended and love! Just for me. I'm 55 & excited about my beauty standards now. I have just been lazy & doing it wrong my entire life!!! I keep learning so much from you and I will buy everything you recommend. I have a makeup suitcase coming next week. I'm disabled and travel with my husband a lot & I need all my new makeup and other beauty supplies with me. I gotta stop buying. I'm done. I just placed another order for naturium for my pre makeup skin care. OMG you should see what I have done!!! Lol thanks ladies. This was great!🫶🫶

[@moonlighting9785]

I love this video. I love how you put the names of the products clearly. The video was so informative, clear and straightforward❤️

[@valeriac3445]

The editing is crazy in this one 🫨

[@kari2704]

I wanted to watch the whole video because I really enjoy watching them both but the zooms and back and forth camera movement was making me nauseous sorry I’m sensitive but I’ll read what other people said about the products.

[@danigirl1318]

I felt the same and the non stop in and out of focus was too hard on my vertigo

[@mandisa8429]

this was so helpful for my dry skin. I was ready to give up on makeup but now I'm hyped to try it again. thank you

[@emily9295]

The editing on this video is feral 😂

[@daniaquino278]

Im so glad someone else said it

[@kamillelord3891]

Yes! It’s so distracting, I like these videos bc they’re relaxing to watch… this one definitely *wasn’t*

[@juliebeck3796]

@@kamillelord3891 Totally agree! Editing was very distracting & gave me a headache! 👎🏽

[@larissagemmer-block3125]

Read the comment before watching, but now it can’t be unseen. 😹

[@serenity8910]

Content, great! Editing, terrible. It's a "trendy" way of editing a video, but it really doesn't match the actual content of the video. Please don't force it. A simple editing is good too.

[@whitneycarella5706]

This video was a life saver for me! Living in Colorado my skin is so dry and make up has been so hard to manage ! These products you recommend have been amazing! thank you thank you!,

[@meelahmak]

ugh, same.

[@brandinshaeffer8970]

I tap a little of the lanolips 101 ointment on my cheeks on top of my rare beauty cream blush. It stays put on my dry skin and i look super glowy almost as if i have slightly oily skin. I love it

[@carolbowen4349]

I use Naturium Retinaldehyde .10% and glycolic acid so my skin and under eyes is drier than normal…aging too. MAC face and body has been amazing and the NARS cream bronzer in Laguna 01 Light is a beautiful bronzer.

[@oceanbird.]

Yep the by Terry hyaluronic powder is really the best! It's gorgeous. And they have non tinted pressed version too

[@tuscanleather3209]

I have dry skin and i never use bronzer, im too pale and cool toned for it. Blush is the way to go! Nars powder blush is my favourite. I find powder blush easier to apply and blend than liquid ones.

[@roseybennett6839]

I have super dry skin and the ole henriksen strength trainer peptide boost moisturizer (purple jar ) has been a game changer for me !! Also reallyyyy enjoy the Em Cosmetics So Soft Cream Blush Sticks !!! I have chiffon and Venetian rose shades also the Kylie blush balms are phenomenal and the Westman atelier baby cheeks cream blush sticks

[@leslieridenour2734]

Oh wow I have that Henriksen peptide moisturizer but have only used it twice. Will have to try it again!

[@lindsey.117]

I, too, have super dry skin. What foundations do you recommend/ use? I've heard great recommendations for the Hauz labs, also the Narz light reflection. I'm also looking for a new cream bronzer if you have a favorite! Tyia 🖤 😊

[@lollipop2775]

@@lindsey.117 i also have dry skin and i really like Chanel's Soleil de Tan, i don't think it's named that anymore, but the cream bronzer from Chanel is amazing and not too overwhelming

[@marybethnottingham17]

So, super dry skin...what were the top suggestions for the eye area specifically? I watched your whole video, and perhaps you are saying that all of them are, but I wanted to ask for clarification purposes. I got the impression that you were saying the Nars concealer more for the face concealing and the HUDA Beauty concealer for under the eyes. And, the first 2 powders were for the face, and the Laura Mercier for the under eye. Is any of that correct, or did I totally get it wrong?

[@allthethingswithmandyandwh8226]

I would love to hear what you think are the difference between the door and Mac face and body foundations!

[@BradleyGilbert]

Thanks Susan! Been looking for a natural makeup routine for dry skin so I hope some of these recommendations will work.

[@JoseEllen1]

Is the By Terry Hyaluronic hydra powder (loose, translucent) good for medium brown skin or does it look ashy/grey? Please help 🙏🏼

[@elizabethjessmore2719]

I have combo/dry skin. Normal on my cheeks, dry in my t-zone. I'm also 57. I use Nars Pure radiant tinted moisturizer, Nars creamy concealer, (looking for a good under eye setting powder) blush, eyeshadow and mascara.

[@jul7820]

Wow. Never realized how great Nars was until this video. Absolutely mind blowing and amazing!! will be purchasing a product from Nars mentioned in this video, especially that concealer.

[@carolcollins5490]

Thank you for the recommendations. I’ve had dry skin since I was a pre teen.

[@zaray6339]

i wanna know what concealer they're wearing and the blush because their makeup im this video looks so hydrating, natural, and beautiful

[@faith-mc8fe]

You both are so beautiful and both of your skins are flawless!

[@tjeannine99]

Jillian Dempsey cream cheek tint - HOLY MOLY - so wonderful!

[@lunarfiesta2833]

Editing looks like it’s one of those drama videos of influencers with a bunch of meme clips in between ☠️

[@tracevicente]

Thank you for this video! Excited to try a couple of these.

[@YenShively]

I *had* combo to normal skin, until I moved to a super dry climate. I'm surprised the Armani Luminous Silk Foundation and even the Concealer (I use it all over where I need coverage), weren't mentioned! I swear that formula changed my LIFE, and saved my skin out here in the desert 🖤

[@haganmonet4810]

i have dry skin and that armani is a BAD BITTTY frfr she’s expensive but i love her sooo much i think they mentioned it somewhere tho

[@YenShively]

@@haganmonet4810 yeah they both do talk about it quite frequently in other videos! It is seriously the best foundation/concealer I’ve ever owned! Been using it for years and never plan to replace it so I feel you there! 🖤

[@woodwork_music]

Would love if y’all do a review on Huda’s Wishful skincare.

[@CourageousDreamerAllon4journey]

I LOVE wishful!

[@cinziapaolini6133]

Hello! I have normal to oily skin but I watched anyway because you're both wonderful and there is something always new to learn and to buy!😊 I LOVE the Caudalie, I think more for the fragrance than anything else but tend to use use it more during the colder months when my skin can tend to be a bit dehydrated. In fact all the products you mentioned are fabulous!

[@Nicki13Lover]

I try to space my skincare and makeup apart a little bit so everything has time to soak into my skin so my finishing step has been to use a spf spray with skincare elements to help keep everything in place, provide a beautiful glow, and most importantly, ensure I'm still protected from the sun for the next two hours or so. Also, loved the recommendations- I would love to see a drug store version too if possible!

[@amandabreeden2631]

Can I ask what spray SPF your using? I apply SPF every morning but I need a spray to reapply throughout the day.

[@Nicki13Lover]

​@@amandabreeden2631 I'm currently using Pixi's spf 50 which is okay but don't love, I've also tried Super Goops spray and may prefer that one for on the go touch ups but it's pricey...

[@empowergreenstripe]

@makeupbynikkilarose what lip combo is this 🔥 🔥 ❤

[@juicycouture0308]

Your chemistry makes me smile ❤

[@sohogrunge]

My faves Primer: I don‘t really use primer, but for prep i like laneige creamskin and kiehls ultra facial under my SS Foundation: Flawless filter, jones road balm (NOTHING compares to this on extra dry days), surratt dew drop, nars light reflecting Concealer: maybelline fit me, hourglass, nars creamy (just for spots tho), glossier, saie Bronzer: tom ford cream, mario enhancer thingy, fenty is good too Contour: milk contour stick Blush: rare beauty, merit, chanel water blush Powder: rarely use it but CT airbrush is nice Setting spray: benefit porefessional for long wear (better than CT imho)

[@yvonneslater2625]

What’s ur color match for the NARS foundation Nikki??

[@KayosRysings]

I have combo; oily, dry, and acne prone skin and the Haus Labs Triclone foundation is my holy grail fr

[@itssarahbeth]

I get so many great tips from nikki with makeup, i have been pressing in my blush and bronzer every since nikki and its a makeup life changer, i have oily skin and love the halo glow but its super glowy that i love it but wish they would make another halo glow in a more oily skin friendly formula. Even the girl at ulta told me she doesnt use it because she has oily skin as well. I think that would be a great product i wonder what it would be called 😊

[@christinakopp8024]

I love both theses ladies!!! You have taught me so much

[@AL-ev4ux]

Would love to know your opinion on the Lancôme Tient Idole concealer!

[@faas6679]

Do u use? I am using that now based on Angie from Hot & Flashy recommendation. I have very mature, dry, sensitive skin and I am really liking it. I am constantly looking for concealers and most are just too dry and cakey on me. The Nars was way too dry. I always use hydrating eye cream under and I , too , run from any powder products. I don’t need a lot of coverage and use just a tiny bit in corner and inner area, never on crows feet..so far so good .

[@wendygricken3369]

I would love if you did this for skin care please

[@allietheparanormaladventurer]

The Persona cream bronzers are really so so good too. I’m a dry skin 45 year old and I have a lot of these products because I e heard Nikki talk about them before.

[@paula6446]

I’ve been waiting for a video like this for dry skin!! TY! TY!

[@debwoowoo]

Thank you for this!!! ❤ Can you do one on acne prone skin too? 🥰

[@gioinlove100]

My two faves ❤ Thanks for the treat (and I happen to be dry skin) 🥰

[@Elenifragoulatzi]

Hello! Does make up forever powder give the same result for undereyes like Laura Mercier ? I already have the Makeup forever one, but i’d like to know if it’s worth it to buy the Laura Mercier or just the same thing ❤️

[@marlenegabrielacontrerasga5929]

gracias guapas! yo tengo la piel super seca so this is for me yaaiiii 🥰

[@lindaramadani5152]

Which foundation from Dior can i use for dry skin

[@shaqwmccanlas]

I've been waiting for this!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 I love Nikki! ❤

[@dd10209]

the elf halo glow has always been too dark for my skin, even its lightest shade. I have dry and acne prone skin and I focus on just clearing of acne my skin first (laroche posay effaclar is a GAMECHANGER) and then moisturize and for my base, no foundation or if i have acne, I just cover it with a hydrating concealer and my skin will look non cakey and not flaky

[@haganmonet4810]

try catrice new glow filter. i have deep olive skin with a huge struggle finding a glow alternative to CT. elf was too orange so I sat out with FOMO till catrice dropped theirs and i love it so far. less coverage but it still blurs and it isn’t too glittery and weird

[@danieledejean3069]

Loved this so much!❤ thanks ladies!

[@CallieRoseStark7]

I have dry skin and it now makes so much sense why I dislike primers so much and never use them. My sunscreen is a primer I guess.

[@isabelledesmeules6856]

The best bronzer for dry skin is Merit bronzer. I love the Rare beauty blush ❤

[@nettanette1]

Please do the same for dry, acne prone skin 🤩👌

[@lindsey.117]

Yes this!! ^^

[@slowrunner40]

Nars reflecting foundation was horrible at emphasizing my dry patches. There are only a few that don’t. Lancôme Teint Idole is great and for summer day I love the Ilia super serum skin tint. However I won’t be repurchasing the Ilia as even though is double duty with the sunscreen it seems so over priced and you need to mix a few to get a matching shade. The one I love is Missha BB cream and have used for years. The only issue is it does crease into lines and better to use a powder in this areas. It’s under $20! I am trying to select Clean products now so it gets more difficult.

[@irmajuarez3800]

I’m so obsessed you both of your channels. Can you please do a demo video with products ❤

[@Tragic.Kingdom]

Can u guys do another video but with drugstore , more affordable makeup 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@justinbasa5111]

I actually really enjoyed the style of editing in this video! Thank you ladies for being fabulously informative and beautiful!! ❤❤❤

[@katesmith8424]

I would love the same video but with more affordable products 💗

[@igotmusic1234]

Can you ladies do drugstore ones please?

[@Elle_VV]

Tried the Kosas today over my Nars concealer, it looked nice at first but after a couple of hours it looked dry and elephant skin like 😩 whyyyyy

[@himani287]

Hi @nikki. Can you pls help me understand what you meant by the stigma around mac foundations. I had bought one a while back but was never able to use it and I wonder if the reason you said people are afraid of it also applies to me

[@Lafalot54]

I have very dry skin and it's a struggle to find make up products that look good on my skin and not make it look drier. My old college used to have a clinique counter in their bookstore, and one time I wanted to buy a foundation, but they were out of my shade, so the lady sold me on a different one which was mattifying. I was concerned since I have dry skin, but she said she has dry skin too and it doesn't make it drier, but I think she just said that to make a sale. I bought it 4 years ago and barely touched it, so I think it's time to get rid of it, especially since it's too light and make me looked like a ghost as well as dry

[@pnevlud]

I love the Nars creamy radiant concealer but I just can’t get a shade to match my under eyes. I have tried every light shade. I don’t want to be brighter I just want to match my cool toned skin. So I gave up and use Sigma duo corrector in shade light/med mostly the light side with a bit of CT flawless powder. But I love Nars 😢 so creamy

[@lunachu22]

Can you do one for combo skin?

[@SaeedAbeer]

Wish you would’ve tried the products, like you do in most of your other videos

[@shaikaliya2872]

Hi mam, can you recommend me some lipstick brands and shades that will suit my skin tone, im fair warm undertone, i have dry lips

[@AlmostHeaven89]

I have been waiting for this video subject forever 🥲🥲 thank you guys so much from this fellow dry twin Susan 🥰🫶🏻 this is so deeply appreciated, going shopping now!

[@kathleensaciuk4225]

Hello ladies! You recommendations for a powder to use on dry skin to blur pores just on the nose?

[@emiliaessentials]

What's is a tubing mascara and regular mascars what's the difference?? Which one is best for??

[@cherylyeomayting]

Can you have an updated make up for dry skin video!! 😁

[@Lafalot54]

Oh I wish I had known about not using primer before I got the tacha primer that everyone loves. It's too thick for my dry skin and it makes any foundation stick to my dry patches when I use it

[@Danielle-tz9go]

Dry skin girly and I have used the mac foundation most of my adult life, if you want your skin but better it works great x

[@miaromeo5522]

I’ve been using the NARS foundation for about 6 months now and it’s absolutely light coverage, it doesn’t even cover my small area of freckles. I also don’t get the hype. Just finishing out my bottles

[@DMV8662]

My eyes are 👀💀 with all the glitching.... Love love Nikki..❤️ So talented and real..🤗

[@catfishbeauty4094]

This is a video we needed my dry skin is screaming 🎉

[@bernieryan1343]

Hi, sometime can ye do podcast of good drugstore foundations for dry skin. Thanks

[@samanthatrigos6460]

I’ve been struggling to find a setting powder. Been changing up my base but I think it’s the setting powder! Also I use CT setting spray. I saw Andrea Ali recommend saie powder but at Sephora it was way too glittery for me. I used Laura mercier before but it’s not working for me..and haven’t been wanting to make the splurge for givenchy 😂 this was my sign!

[@sofiask4494]

Sephora sells it in a mini size now, I just purchased it! Nice way to try without buying the full-size one first. Mine gets here in a couple days and I can’t wait to try it!

[@katekatrinaro]

It's so strange everyone is loving NARS concealer but I personally hate it. I have dry skin and it cakes up so ugly. I look 10 years older instantly.

[@caitlinlavin4580]

Tried the Nars consealer and it was HORRIBLE on dry under eyes. Pilled and creased. Cant find anything that is working when im really dry . . .

[@nashia0]

Nars light reflecting foundation looks beautiful on the skin but something in the foundation breaks people with sensitive skin out. I used it and got like seven cystic bumps right after I put it on. Hate it honestly.

[@MariamAbulhasan]

How would it look if someone with oily skin used the by terry or kosas powder??

[@Aghinia]

I notice that your recent videos are edited differently. Just a feedback - the intense zoom in and out on every words personally gives me a headache :/ I get that it's trying to be more dramatic but it takes away the main reason I watch your videos (for relaxation purposes!)

[@marials9245]

I fully agree. I can’t concentrate in what they say and I had to quit half way…

[@michelleliucee]

I don’t even normally get headaches, but I had to stop watching and just listened. 😵‍💫

[@juliebeck3796]

Totally agree! The editing is super distracting and gave me a terrible headache! 👎🏽

[@angelicarodas6318]

My 2 faves! 🥰

[@kankan572]

Nars clings to my dry skin so bad I do love the shiseido radiant tho!

[@maireadweaver8952]

The Caudalie spray was v interesting, I didn't think it would be possible to put an 'oily' spray on top of powdered make-up (apart from setting spray, which I dont think is 'oily' or hydrating?). This sounds great to me and my dry ol' crocodile face 🐊🤣