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Laminated Skin: Is Sweaty Skin the Latest Skincare Trend? by NUME-Lab Switzerland
First, it was glass skin, then jello skin, and now we have laminated skin. Out of all these trends, we love the laminated skin one! And, for a very good reason.
Laminated skin promotes minimalism in terms of makeup and celebrates a “bare” and “sweaty” face. The idea is to look as if you’ve just stopped dancing, or, perhaps, you’ve just had sex. That dewy, hot, irresistible shine – that’s going to be all the hype in spring/summer 2023! And we can’t wait!
So, now that we know we can throw away our setting powder and all heavy-duty coverage, let’s take a closer look at what laminated skin is and learn how to achieve that look at home.
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What Is Laminated Skin?
Laminated skin is a skincare trend that’s designed to emulate sweaty skin. The term is coined by Terry Barber, an MUA for MAC. And, here, sweaty is definitely not something bad. It’s rather normal and healthy for the skin to sweat. And, that’s what laminated skin is all about – an extra moisturized, sweaty, healthy face.
Here are the features of laminated skin
- A healthy shine emulating sweat;
- An almost wet or moist look;
- A natural “bare” or “no makeup” look;
- The opposite of a matte, powdery, cakey face;
Laminated skin is a skincare trend that’s designed to emulate sweaty skin. The term is coined by Terry Barber, an MUA for MAC. And, here, sweaty is definitely not something bad
How to Achieve the Laminated Skin Look?
Contrary to what you might think, laminated skin doesn’t require a sparkly or shimmery highlighter. Here are the principles of laminated skin:
1
Use a creamy base
The main secret to achieving that moist, dewy look is a creamy foundation. And, with laminated skin, we aren’t striving for perfection. We’re striving for a natural look.
So, it’s best to apply the creamy base with your fingers so that the extra moisture doesn’t stay behind on the sponge or brush. Remember, you’re not going for matte; you’re going for shiny and sweaty.
When choosing a foundation, choose one with light to medium coverage that’s rich in hyaluronic acid, oils, or other moisturizing ingredients that give it a luminous finish.
2
Be generous with a moisturizing setting spray
For this look to stay as natural as possible, avoid heavy contouring. Of course, you can create a bit of an invisible cheekbone contour, but that should be it.
You can add a bit of creamy blush if desired. But, don’t go overboard and stick to areas that would actually get red after working out (nose and cheeks).
Now, it’s time for the magic to happen – once you’re done with all the creamy products, spray a generous amount of setting spray or mist on your face and neck. Terry Barber recommends the MAC Fix+ Magic Radiance as a great option for a dewy spray.
3
No setting powder, foundation “baking”, or blotting papers
For the laminated skin trend, forget everything you’ve ever learned about makeup. So, here, we’re not trying to get our foundation to “stay flawlessly” as long as possible. Instead, we want sweaty and invisible “no makeup” makeup.
So, that means no powders of any kind. If you use dry powders, especially ones with shimmer, your foundation will gather in the skin folds and creases as the day progresses, ending up in that dense layer that doesn’t look good at all during daylight.
Yes, if you have oily skin, this can sound a bit scary. But, trust us, the oiliness works in your favor for this look. Instead of blotting the oil away or retouching your makeup throughout the day, let it sink in naturally.
What If You Don’t Use Makeup?
If you have acne-prone skin, oily skin, or simply feel confident enough to go out without any foundation on, there’s absolutely nothing to worry about – you can still rock the laminated skin look, and it will be even easier to achieve it.
For a natural “laminated” look, all you need to do is keep your skin moisturized and dewy throughout the day.
You can achieve that with a high-quality moisturizer. If you have oily or acne-prone skin, look for water-based formulas that won’t clog your pores. Our NUME-Lab Switzerland Advanced Renewal Face Cream is could be the perfect product for achieving a laminated skin look since it’s rich in hyaluronic acid and snail mucin extract which will give you the plump, sweaty, and moisturized look you’re after.
Final Verdict: We ABSOLUTELY LOVE Laminated Skin!
A skincare trend that promotes a natural look, and instead of hiding imperfections, simply flaunting them – we’re all for it!
And, best of all, no need for any foundation or setting sprays if you wish to go makeup-free! All you need is to keep your face moisturized throughout the day, and you’ll get that sweaty, laminated skin effect effortlessly.
A skincare trend that promotes a natural look, and instead of hiding imperfections, simply flaunting them – we’re all for it!
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