NO FOUNDATION Makeup Routine | Karima McKimmie

[@melissabutler2058]

I feel like most minimal makeup or no foundation routines are always geared toward 5 minute makeup or running late makeup, but I love spending time to use really small amounts of product to perfect the face. I could spend an hour and still not look like I have much on!

[@jolie08]

Me too. I just cherish the ritual :)

[@aurelie_berube]

Same. It's so much more elegant.

[@chtitmog]

This is a sign sent by the universe!! I also am on a no-foundation phase at the moment. I just lost my job that I loved so much and stopped wearing makeup for a while, only focusing on skincare and it really reset the way I see myself and my skin. I don't hesitate to go outside without foundation and concealer anymore - it is incredibly freeing. For some reason, this - along with fantastic family and friends - gave me some confidence back and I'm now ready to go on a job hunt again. I still wear makeup from time to time, but my base is waaaaaaaayyyy lighter and skincare has become the main focus of my beauty routine. Thank you so much for this great video, Karima! :-D

[@Noralet101]

good luck with the job hunt xx

[@cobalong]

Funny, I did a similar thing, however I quit my job instead. I haven't gone out in public without atleast mascara for the past 15 years of my life, but I finally learnt the confidence to do that. I wouldn't do it all the time, but, by jove, how exciting is walking out of the house without looking in the mirror?! ;)

[@Mar-tl1xn]

Some things just aren’t meant to be. Congratulations on getting some of your confidence back and i hope you will soon find a new job that you fall in love with!!

[@chtitmog]

Noralet101 Aaaawww! Thank you very much! 😄

[@chtitmog]

Marina / Thank you very much! 😄

[@SV18yay]

Would love to see a video on the the "boy beat" cause I need more videos of you and I love your technique and way of speaking and the products you recommend!!

[@magiiccal]

Since I don't wear foundation [nothing against it, I just enjoy the creativity (and challenge!) of achieving that glowy base without it), this is a perfect look! If this is your moment, Karima, I'd love it if you could extend this into a series - perhaps showcasing some day/night/work looks all without foundation but still maintaining that completed look? Thanks as always for your hard work and creativity! Lots of love from the UK :)

[@PauliEvansBlack617]

magiiccal this is an amazing idea!

[@ic4759]

Yes. I'd love to see a series with more no-foundation looks including night & glam looks.

[@tgirl84]

You are so eloquent and naturally articulate. Always so impressed with your intellectual approach to beauty...a high quality vlogger! God bless you!

[@VicLalalaVic]

We need to use the proper amount of SPF if we want to have a real sun protection... It's around 2mg/cm2. Using half the required amount of sunscreen only provides the square root of the SPF and you are under applying it.

[@farinachairunnisa457]

Hi Karima, is it possible for your background/backdrop to be less bright? I think a slightly darker background would make the video's brightness less harsh to the eyes

[@AnnaOh]

I stopped wearing face makeup on weekdays because I had to sort out some cystic acne. But now that my skin's cleared up, I have no idea why I was wearing foundation before! Now I dab on a little bit of concealer and I'm out the house! What a great video concept and timing 😍

[@karimamckimmie]

So liberating, right?! 😊

[@virginiaa.5975]

I love the fact that you don't cater to just an already good looking skin that doesn't need foundation and concealing. LOVE your videos Karima. I honestly learn watching your tutorials. 😘🤗😍🤓

[@suzychocolate7]

Karima, these tips ARE revolutionary. don't underestimate them. amazing video as usual; informative and aesthetic.

[@samanthakb]

I’m not having a dermatitis debacle at the moment but im really loving how my skin looks without foundation recently! I’ve finally locked down a skincare routine that works and I’m finding my foundations just aren’t looking as great anymore. Im so glad you put this video out! Perfect timing for me

[@TheBrazenGirl]

I recently handed in my final thesis for my degree and apparently, much to the confusion of my examiner, I compared two things by saying they were „not terribly dissimilar“😄 I Karima-ed in my thesis😍

[@letissue461]

I think its revolutionary for KZbin. And no one can explain things in such good detail as you. 😘

[@claudias.309]

I like the no-foundation routine so much! Who says we need full glam and full coverage every day. I also think it is good for the skin of it can “breathe” from time to time. Much love from Germany 😘

[@alynnemarques]

I don’t wear foundation, ever. has been like this all my life. can’t stand how it feels on the skin. so this video is right up my alley and u look flipping amazing as always! tks for the tips! much love from brazil 😘

[@amandastankowitz9509]

Alynne Marques yes same here I am 28 now and just can’t do it I have tried different kinds recently because of reviews thinking I might be able to like that but end up wiping it off right after I apply it because no matter what it still just looks odd and feels weird , but I just want to say that’s awesome I’ve been the same way my whole life just did eyeshadow lip gloss through my teens now I use concealer these days too

[@hummingbee8101]

I love how she talks. Not just the delightful accent but the way she puts things too. Wish I could talk like that.

[@tigermilkkkk2199]

Oh karima we are on such a similar wavelength 👏, so glad to see a more minimal foundation/skincare focused vibe becoming more welcomed - hope everyone can embrace natural skin texture! Hope your skin healing journey is excelling smoothly 💜💜

[@amandahurlbert]

You have the most original content! Love you karima! In these days of flawless young skin caked in foundation and ridiculous amounts of concealer, you are a breath of fresh air 💕💕💕

[@shelbielynne9609]

I definitely agree that sometimes we get out of hand with coverage. I force myself to take a break from foundation for a few days or so once every month so that when I go back to it I use less and am more happy with my natural skin. Makeup isn't about covering your face, it's about enhancing your natural beauty and it's nice to get back to that every once in a while.

[@annrudo]

Thank you so much for this video Karima! Since I'm stepping back from heavy make-up and too much skincare atm this came in handy 😊 I'm definitely going to try the concealer-oil-mixture for a very light coverage. I tried to force myself to go out without any make-up on (which is a pretty big thing for me since I have many blemishes and imperfections) and after a few times it felt AMAZING. I felt so free and calmed and I could look in the mirror and not hate myself for my skin texture and blemishes. I can really recommend this to anyone. No one's gonna think you're ugly without make-up, it's only in our own heads. But it's a real confidence boost. More than a full face of make-up on could ever be.. so I send you lots of love from the other side of the world (Germany) Karima, I love your videos 😍 always so well thought out and helpful

[@suvik2482]

I've been wanting to explore the no foundation -look, mainly for time saving purposes, and also because my skin is prone to acne despite being dry so I don't want to wear heavy makeup on it. This was the perfect video for learning some tips and tricks in terms of application but also for product recommendations! Will definitely look some of these products up. Lovely video as always! xx

[@kaiROXmyWorld]

I personally go ham on my skincare so I won't need to use foundation and it's great to see people embracing the more minimalist base. It might not sound like much but taking out one less step with your makeup routine is quite liberating :)

[@karimamckimmie]

I think so too 😘

[@J.E.C.]

And skin actually looks better without foundation/powder, especially by end of the day :)

[@Silviluv]

this could not have come out at a better time, i've stopped wearing foundation and was searching all over for good natural makeup tutorials :D

[@meganm214]

Karima, you are the best teacher on YT. The queen is back, we missed you 👑 I love doing this look on myself more and more and I find the one thing that is key to it is some sort of illuminating primer, because when I don't have coverage I find I want extra glow so I don't look flat. I'm between the two camps when it comes to eye makeup. I can't go full-on Jkissa smoky but I do like to wear a fair amount (on days when I left myself time that is, lol). I hope your dermatitis is doing better now.

[@doreha9102]

I love your approach to makeup, you really think the steps through and the purpose for each product

[@powderblushes2127]

Hi Karima! I LOVE your videos!! However, I think it would be great if your lighting/camera setting (I don't know to be honest!) would just be more "real"...it's so hard to see how the products perform and that is kind of why I watch these kinds of videos so that I can see what they look like on someone's skin...hope you understand what I'm saying :)

[@chokeandstumble]

I have been foundation free for a while now to let my skin breathe! This video is god sent karima 💜

[@Brookerdoo]

I love love love this! As a person who doesn’t love foundation this tutorial is for me. That Hollywood flawless filter is life. God it’s such a beautiful product

[@mariajortega8495]

this makeup is stunning! just the tones and shades that i like, soo good for everyday!!

[@Noralet101]

man Karima I am learning soooo much from you! I hate foundation, so this is coming perfectlyyyy in time

[@mikaylacadman7173]

Omg totally agree about the gradually using more and more coverage products!! I was the same until going to Fiji for a volunteer trip where I wore nothing, came back and felt like I no longer needed makeup after not wearing anything for 2 weeks! Was so good while that feeling lasted 😬❤️

[@lalbob3893]

welcome back karima ! I actually found out from a wayne goss video that you need at least a tablespoon (or somewhere around that quantity) of sunscreen to have proper coverage ! it’s a cool tip that i wanted to share ! anyways, thanks for the video ❤️❤️

[@queens6583]

Your right LaL Bob, she did not apply enough over her entire face, ears and neck!

[@jessicabrissette4531]

I love this look! I've been slowly moving towards a less coverage look, I'm 35, and I finally just feel like I don't need it! So I started with a medium coverage, now I'm using a light /medium cushion. I have a hard time just spot concealing because it looks so obvious on me. But I've been using the wet n wild illumin-naughty concealer pen and it's life changing, can't wait to try your tips using that!

[@cathobeckers8505]

Have been loving every single one of your videos for years now, this one is no different! You have such a nice personality and make amazing informative content

[@FiveProductFace]

Although I have medium-dark skin, I do still experience some redness on my cheeks. I totally agree with you that as much as I want to go foundation free with more dramatic eye looks (because I love how it looks on JKissa) it just doesnt look good. It totally brings out my red cheeks.

[@laurenfitzpatrick1254]

Karima my girl you NEEEEEED to try the glossier skin tint (and their other products cause they are bomb), this is the epitome of skin perfecting with absolutely no coverage and gives you a beautiful glossy sheen. I think you’d love the stretch concealer as well as it really meshes with the skin, it’s quite sheer and it’s super hydrating like a balmy consistency. I promise you will not be let down by their products. I use shopmate to get them to Aus :) Love love love this look, nothing says fresh and youthful like a no makeup makeup look. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Vintagelover83]

Hey Karima, love the positive message on spf but girl! You need at least teaspoon-ful for it to be sufficient coverage on the face. Which is why makeup with SPF is never really enough. You really gotta pile that stuff on. Our sun here in Oz is brutal.

[@exhorteras]

As a person prone to fungal folliculitis (cute, I know), I'm v into a no-foundation lewk!!! Love it.

[@parismorning]

More like this, please! You’re soooo good at it!

[@aurelie_berube]

Hourglass Ambiant Lightning Powders looks so good on my super dry skin on minimal makeup days. 💖💎

[@oliviageneva]

KARIMA!! you have no idea how happy i am everytime you upload a new video

[@jackyliebsch]

Hi Karima, love your vids and you deserve so much more viewers, the quality of your vids are so good

[@yunwentu4731]

Love this video! So tired of full coverage. I also tend to have more lasting issues when I wear too many layers

[@tashvelez7286]

Your skin looks amazing, so plump and healthy. U have a natural youthful glow, freaking stunning!!

[@kimcruz3889]

Really love theses kinds of natural approach to everyday makeup 😍

[@dhiaanandarizky9301]

thank you so much for this video! i'm a no-foundation girl and always confused on how to apply my bronzer bcs they always looked patchy on my bare skin. thanks! love this

[@gigipera5751]

So simple, yet so pretty, full of interesting tips. Thanks Karima!

[@estherherzog7655]

Girl, me toooo! I have been having dermatitis flares and swollen eyelids from allergies for the past couple of months and have been skipping the foundation.

[@karimamckimmie]

I feel you, girl! 🙌🏻

[@Strawberryfox26]

Your makeup looks are the best. I can really tell you love make up and I love how you challenge the way we all think about make up. It's so true that we use more coverage than we need, I'm definitely guilty of it!

[@lianabeth]

karima, i love you! your videos are always so well done and i love your makeup style. ive also been stepping away from heavier coverage and sometimes i leave my face completely bare. i think it's the makeup artist part of me that is finally starting to see my own skin the way i look at other people's. my philosophy has always been to enhance, not to hide but i guess i never took my own advice.

[@YolandaChenYT]

So beautiful! It's giving me glass skin vibe, aussie edition! Can you share with us what skincare products you use when you're going through rashes/allergic reactions?

[@AndreaCIC]

OMG that blush, bronzer, contour tecnique! I usually go hammer with everything

[@VanessaGlitter]

I get dermatitis too, and I found that the La Roche Posay Toleriane hydrating gentle cleanser together with their Lipikar balm has calmed my skin down a lot!

[@heatherrs141]

I haven't worn a stitch of makeup, save mascara and brow pencil, for the last month just because I'm fed up of my skin and acne. It's actually looking fairly decent and my skins clearing up well so might have to keep this up! I love the Maybelline tint, it's actually so great!

[@haneenarman6100]

I absolutely love your technique and how fresh the makeup looks. Karima, could you create a tutorial for uneven eyelids....where one is lower than the other?

[@italkculture7275]

Love this. If you were going to create the same look with no powder products which cream bronzer, blush and highlight would you use?

[@thevainpotato1282]

Beautiful!! You are the Grand Master of no makeup makeup!!

[@cousteaugirl6829]

Would love to see a version of this with cream products. In fact, I'd love to know what your favourite cream products (blush, bronzer, contour, etc.) are!

[@carajeankeeler]

I love this!! Thankyou for doing this style of makeup

[@StephanieBailey]

I love you and I love your videos! Shall try out this pitter patter technique as well as the pat pat pat method! 😍😍

[@kromatic3610]

I've recently been skipping foundation again and THIS is just the Karima video I needed to perfect my routine! You wizard, you! 😊🙌💕

[@unamirona8828]

Hello, Karima! Love your videos so much. You are the most detail oriented and in-depth KZbinr I've discovered so far!! Please do a tutorial reviewing the magic changing color Erborian CC Cream. Love from Colombia!

[@Katiewadsworth]

I’ve watched 300 videos like this, but I learned so many great tips here 💗💗💗💗 thank you!

[@chickflickangel]

I’ve been so curious about the Nabla powders! Glad they have your seal of approval 💕

[@emmypatten9326]

HOW DID YOU KNOWWWW??? My eczema is driving me nuts!! This video is a lifesaver. Thankyou!

[@designwithnivaaz3423]

I didn't know I needed this and all these tricks until you made it !

[@anasabti2098]

Perfect timing on this, Karima. Your videos always cheer me up and I really needed that today. That TF lippie is sooo gorgeous on you!

[@dianaelisarb]

You evil genius! This is amazing, and you look gorgeous 😍 I love this look on you I think I’m gonna make it my own

[@firgiefahiraamalia9964]

Hi Karima! I recommend to try Glossier make-up products, I think it’s suitable for your everyday no-makeup look, especially the stretch concealer 😍 it’s consistency just like mixture of oil+concealer, like you did but in 1 product!

[@tashvelez7286]

This video came at a perfect time for me. I've actually been trying to use minimal products lately and I've struggled with "seeing" where the concealer ends, even tho I've been also using the fit me one but they don't have my perfect shade. So thanks for the pitter patter technique. I'm so going to try this tomorrow.

[@aloooo1784]

Hi! I just want you to know that you apply too little sunscreen to get your desired protection. You need to use more. You can look it up if you want. More power!

[@J.E.C.]

Agree, still not enough skin care and still a bit too much makeup (primer, powder) to properly take care of skin

[@shelbielynne9609]

She obviously applies more skin care than this guys. No one just cleanses and uses sunscreen. That's ridiculous.

[@nicolelori412]

I love you so much! Your voice just makes me happy lol. And I never wear foundation anymore so I’m happy to see these kind of tutorials more lately. Love this video 🧡

[@elisebrisson]

Love this! I'm trying to go for a lower-coverage every day look too. I have found that the more makeup I wear, the more makeup I need to wear. I'll have to try your pitter-patter method! Also... your accent while saying pitter-patter made me smile! :)

[@karimamckimmie]

Report back on how the technique worked for you 😘😘

[@carriemroczkowski9409]

I’m new to your channel and am looking forward to viewing more of your videos. This is such a great tutorial, with many good tips and products. I think that showcasing the skin is a beautiful thing. You’re such a doll!

[@karimamckimmie]

Welcome! ❤️😘

[@patriciachristabel3717]

Hi Karima. I am totally inspired by this video. I even convinced my self to not buy any foundations when my bottle is all used up and just focus on skincare + pinpoint concealing. Because come to think of it, why do we need to 'make our makeup looks like skin' when in reality, our skin already looks like skin, right? (But somehow, the giorgio armani luminous silk manages to stay on its spot on my wishlist 😅) Alright, foundations may be used just for special occasions and thats it 😂 By the way Karima, I thought I'd mention that Kiko Milano has 3 types of brow pens! That's right, THREE! I was also shook 😂 Please note that I have tried neither of the three and super interested in it! If anyone's reading this comment and have tried it, please let us know! Love you, Karima 😘

[@786imrana]

Hi Karima I’ve been experiencing similar skin problems to you for a while now. LED light really helps to calm it down and the redness and take it away (you have to keep doing it consistently though) xoxo

[@karimamckimmie]

Interesting! I’m getting an LED treatment soon, fingers crossed 🤞🏻

[@cherrybombcreations4921]

Loved! Hopefully you won't be dealing with the issue too much longer. Such a beautiful natural look 😍

[@PauliEvansBlack617]

Loved this video! I have always hated the feel of foundation (and since I live in the tropic the heat doesn’t help either) so I will definitely bookmark this for future reference. Also that concealer trick (!) just perfect 👌🏼

[@karimamckimmie]

Yay! So pleased you enjoyed the video xx

[@lilbetzluvskelly]

beautiful!! I can't wait to try out some of these tips. I'm all about a much lighter base in summer. I find my skin acts up more and the less I put on the less it hates me. Also those Nabla powders look really nice. I'm excited to try the lower coverage look with your tips and powders because normally I do creams on top of tinted moisturizer.

[@AlyssaCuellar-holisticlyss]

Yes love this! I’m going to Vegas next month and will be at all the pool parties so I feel like this kind of make up is perfect for those hot days by the pool. It’s light and pretty so I can look cute but not have a heavy face of make up 😍🙌🏼

[@karimamckimmie]

Would be ideal for that! X

[@megamey3421]

love this, I'm going off foundation more and more as I get in to my late twenties so will definitely being trying out some of these tips. Just wish I could slightly over-line my thin lips! I have such a sharp lip line top and bottom that it just looks soooo obvious!

[@min-hp4pt]

How the hell? Every video you post is gold.

[@TigerLilyPearl]

And I always thought you were tapping out excess on your wrist! Love this tutorial, I never wear base or concealers. The look of skin is so pretty and youthful...even with all its "flaws." Hope all is well, missed you 😊.

[@karimamckimmie]

It is a little about tapping excess but also better distributing product 😊 x

[@hblondy]

When two of my favourite things , Karima and no foundation routines, become one! #BOOM

[@adamaryesqueda3274]

You look particularly stunning in this video!

[@theresag1969]

OMG, perfect. This should be a challenge on KZbin.

[@MaggieCChristine]

Love this technique! I often do this as I have been getting an allergic reaction from most foundations

[@jhEyniekeYt]

SHES BACKKK 😍

[@karimamckimmie]

🙌🏻

[@nishamittal7656]

i m from India, n this is the first video of yours I watched n u have done amazing magic makeup without foundation. 💜

[@b.c.9424]

Love this - getting tired of IG makeup looks / full coverage face... 💖

[@BekaJadexoxo]

I'm pretty sure I've had dark eye circles since I was born, because I'm always tired & pale. I'm definitely interested in trying that Dermalogica SPF/ primer because I need an SPF.

[@margotholmgren9359]

Omg the products you use are always just so expensive! Can you make a version of this that is drugstore? I love the idea of this vid but its just to expensive

[@rhianna8316]

Hi Karima. I use those lip products too-but mainly overnight. I've discovered something else amazing to apply in the morning, under make up: O'Keeffe's lip repair, unscented lip balm. Comes in a stick: Oh.My.Days! Complete game-changer. Highly recommend you try.

[@reicheru]

Ohmygod I used to read about the KA SSE on MUA for yeaaaars.... and this year during the VIB sale I finally bought two colours to mix. Best purchase ever!

[@Lobbygirl]

Been waiting for this video ever since you posted the photo on ig 😍

[@karimamckimmie]

Hope it was worth the wait! ❤️😘

[@ngocvo8252]

Great video! I periodically have dry patches and this is soooooo helpful for avoiding foundation. Thank you Karima! Side question, I just got the Armani Luminous Silk after hearing your great review of it. Any suggestion as to a mix to substitute the Maestro Glow to achieve similar dewy effect? The Luminous Silk by itself looks a bit dry in my face

[@karimamckimmie]

If the Luminous Silk is the right colour for you, then you can just add a few drops of oil and that will really help with any dryness 😊 cx

[@BebangAlmazan]

I've not been wearing foundation for 2 years now .... Best decision of my 30s 🖤

[@pnevlud]

I don’t wear foundation so his is awesome. What’s your favorite concealer recommendation for mature eyes with this look??

[@andystpierre6086]

I love your videos so much, you explain everything so well, plus I kinda have the same skin issues as you do, so it doesn’t hurt ;). Thanks for all the tips, once again!

[@mariem.7163]

Hello Karima, would you consider Wayne Goss Brush 02 Powder Brush a dupe for Chikuhodo Z2 ?