The Buffing Technique Explained & The Powders I Recommend
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- Hey Beauties!!!
Today I am going to go over the buffing technique that I use at the end of my makeup routine as well as all the powders that I recommend.
I hope you all enjoy!!!
XOXOXO
-Mel
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PRODUCTS MENTIONED:
Sisley Loose Powder /01 Irisee
La Mer The Powder
Becca Soft Light Blurring Powder
Lancome Absolue Powder /Absolue Peche
Giorgio Armani Micro-Fil Loose /Pink
MAC Studio Finish Face Powder /Gold
Guerlain Meteorites
Bobbi Brown Nude Finish Illuminating Powder /Nude
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder /Luminous Light
Laura Mercier Candleglow Sheer Perfecting Powder /1
Milani Prep Set + Glow Illuminating Transparent Powder
Milani Make It Last Setting Powder /04 Radiant
WHAT'S ON MY FACE:
PRIMER FACE: Sisley Double Tenseur
PRIMER PORES: MAC Skin Refined Zone & Tarte Timeless Smoothing
UNDER EYE PRIMER: Becca Anti-Fatigue
FOUNDATION: Sunday Riley The Influencer 150
POWDER SET: Milani Prep Set + Glow Illuminating Powder
UNDER EYE SET: Becca Under Eye Brightening
POWDER BUFF: Sisley Loose 01 Irisee
CONCEALER: Tarte Shape Tape Light Neutral
BRONZER: The Balm Oliver
HIGHLIGHT: Dior Holo Pink
BLUSH: Jouer Adore Duo
EYES: Colourpop Double Entendre
EYE LINER: Nars Via Veneto (inner rim top)
MASCARA: Lancome Monsieur Big
LOWER LASH MASCARA: MAC Extended Play Gigablack
LIPS: IBY Classic Red Liner and Tom Ford No Vacancy Lacquer
FLUFFY BROW TUTORIAL: • Updated Fluffy, Natura...
SHIRT: The Buckle
EARRINGS: Nordstrom
PLUGS: I got them in Myrtle Beach
NAILS: OPI A Piers To Be Tan
EQUIPMENT:
CAMERA: Canon 80D
LENS: 18-135mm USM
MIC: I use an app called iTalk and record on my iPhone. Samantha has a great tutorial on how to sync the audio.
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LIGHTING: Diva Super Nova Ring Light 18”
LIGHT BOXES: www.amazon.com...
BACKGROUND: Firefly lights, Amazon
DISCLAIMER:
I buy all my makeup unless otherwise said/noted. I do not, as of now, do sponsored videos.
Your brows are officially iconic.
I couldn't concentrate on what you were saying because I couldn't take my eyes off your lashes. Beautiful.
Marla Robinson I know right?? Sooo jealous!
Marla Robinson Lol!!!
Marla Robinson and that lip Too. 😘
Marla Robinson Same here! I have lash envy!!!
Like, how are they even real???? I didn't know that was possible :')
I do this technique everyday since introduced from waynegoss and I use loose powders that dont leave a cast and doesn't matter what foundation i use my makeup always come out flawless i get compliments on even drugstore foundations thanks to this technique...
I love these type of videos! Most gurus on here just follow and do the same videos but to come across videos like this that actually teach and help are beyond refreshing! It's a great time to buy a new powder with the VIB sale going on and you've talked me into trying finally the hourglass powders! Thank you so much!!!
Actually the milani powder is great on deep skin! Works great if you know what your doing you're left with a flawless glowing finish no white cast.
that's so good to know!!! Thank you!
Thanks sis. Milani is the only drugstore brand i dig. Will try it!
The RCMA Over-Powder is a good buffing powder also. I have the shade Warm Gold for my complexion, but there is also a pink shade for cooler skin tones. It's not as shimmery as the mac gold (which I use as highlight) but it's also not as flat as my setting powders. For a while I didn't know what to do with it... but then I saw the same Goss video about this technique and then I understood the purpose of this powder and have loved it since. It literally is as the name states an OVER-POWDER. It smoothes everything out.. and like you said, it will tone down the highlighter too, so I put my highlighter on after I buff cause I have to have my glow haha.
Aww 😍.
You're my boo thang. Everyone should know, that, in person you absolutely look filtered, non-cakey and radiant- what they see in your video's is real.
P.S. that Milani loose powder in radiant can get to "Tinman" status real quick if you load your brush up- it's pink/slightly peach on my NW20/ JM RG 30.
CONGRATULATIONS on 45K!!
You’re the best! I adore you!
Puffins Wife 💜
can't believe you are not with us anymore. I still enjoy your videos, so helpful and love your energy XOXO
I loved listening to Mel talk about powders! RIP Mel! I miss you!
I used this technique of buffing and following these steps and OMG... my makeup was looking flawless, never ever i have had this flawless finish before. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I do this as well. Learnt it from Wayne.....didn’t realize he only specified colored powder, I got the idea that it was any powder and I’ve been doing it ever since.
Re-watching all Mel videos. I miss her sooo much 🕊
Hi Mel! Thank you for pointing out the powders can be used for mature skin. I follow most of your guidance on makeup brands and usage, knowing full well that I am a good 30 years your senior. I do not have typical aging skin. I was always good to my skin, ate well, got lots of rest and protected it from the sun as much as someone could when I was in my youth. So many of the techniques you use, I can also. But I do have places on my skin that are looser and of course the more "crepey" eye lid skin. With care of application, I can still have a nice look. However with the powers, especially the highlighting powders, they do accentuate more loose skin than I even realized I had. I had not bought Hourglass powders, because I was using what I had and using a damp beauty blender to apply them. So now that I know, I can purchase some Hourglass powders knowing that they are more easily used for aging skin and those unique problems. Thank you for mentioning that tid bit of information. I enjoyed the whole video, AND walked away with yet another great tip from you! Love you Mel! Thanx for sharing! XOXOX
Diana Schulz I picked up the mini Dim Light finishing powder from Hourglass... it’s such a beautiful finish!! I know I want to get Radiant Light. It makes my under eye look soft and smooth. Doesn’t settle weird either.
Reese Reaves Thank you. Good to know! XOXO
Thank you!!
Thank you Reese! I think I will try them too! XOXO
Diana, I am 53, and I love This technique. It does not make me look powdery or older, if anything, better! I don't use my Hourglass powders down the center of myvface, I use a non shiny powder instead, but I LOVE Hourglass powders. They are amazing!!!!!
Wow! So I’ve apparently been buffing for over a decade! Lol and I couldn’t finish my make up without this final step! Go figure because UA-cam made me feel like I was doing something wrong all these years!
I don't get it. It is just putting powder on.
I swear by this too! I love doing this with MAC MSFN and other powders for the same reasons you mention! It just makes everything look so airbrushed and beautiful! I don't feel like I hear other people talk about it! I've mentioned it a few times and am always asked questions about it! Love that you addressed this! 😘
Wonderful video. I swear you put out the BEST content!!! I use wet and wild reserve your cabana as my buffing powder. It has spf and gives a gorgeous glow. Better than any high end product I have found. Thanks for the lashes video you did I while back as well I’ve started on the nuelash and my lashes have never looked better! Love you darling!!!
Love you back!!!
I use this too! It’s my Hourglass dupe.
I will try it!
Thank you for sharing. I just can’t spend $$$ on the high end makeup anymore. Grandchildren, ya know. Lol
Forgot to mention how much I appreciate that you highlight (ha) products that are best for mature skin.
I do this also...but to be honest...the la mer brush to me is where the magic is...i have many powder brushes but no matter what powders i use to set my whole face...the la mer brush is what smooths everything out...its truly a magical brush and worth the price
TranceDivine I like natural hair brushes and have been impressed with Sonia g - do you know what hairs are used in the la mer brush?
well I have washed the brush numerous times already...and I am pretty sure its synthetic...I wont use natural hair brushes anyways..i prefer cruelty free..trust me you wont go wrong with this brush
Great to know! Do you know how this La Mer brush compares to the similar one from Marc Jacobs (The Bronze brush). I’ve been eyeing the latter but I’m now wondering whether I should instead go for the La Mer...
you will have to ask Mel that one...she has that brush and loves it so much..but she does seem to use that la mer one to diffuse more of the finishes...i personally would go with the la mer one :)
TranceDivine Thank you! 😊
I saw this on Wayne's channel as well, but did NOT want to add more powder. After watching you do this, it clicked and have been doing this religiously ever since I have followed you, about 4 months now! And my makeup has never looked or FELT better!! I use the Hourglass Trio as well or Cover FX Illuminating Setting around the perimeter then on the center of my face I use.. By Terry Hylauronic, Cover fx translucent, Dermablend Loose, or Charlotte Tilbury airbrush compact in 2. I WILL be taking a few of your suggestions as well! Look how many powders I have - so I did try to buff, just didn't know how until you! Thanks Mel- you are terrific. Lisa
I'm so glad it works for you!!!
Thank you for mentioning mature skin! So many young beauties forget about us older women when they make their recommendations!
Trying this technique ASAP! 😍🙌 I love that you gave so many different powder options too.
Let me know how you like it!!! ❤️❤️❤️
InstaBlaster...
You know I just now noticed your one of the few that doesn’t have a music intro or something like that starting off there video! Lol!!! I had to restart your video just to make sure!!! Lmao!!! I love it!!! It’s clean and crisp!!!
LOL!!!
I discovered that I do have a big fluffy brush and an OG La Mer powder in my stash. Haven’t been able to make this powder work... until now. I’m so pleased.
I started using this technique when I saw Wayne Goss explain it. But you’ve explained it so well and I love that you’ve given so many in depth suggestions for powders.
Another drugstore powder I love is nyx #nofilter.Very very similar to the Laura mercies candleglow imo. I have both. I also enjoy Laura geller filter finish powder for bidding around the perimeter (can get very glowy).
Hi, do you remember the brush he recommended?
Hi, mel! I hope you see this. I discovered your channel a month ago (I hope I'd known it before) and I fell in love with it. I've watched half of your videos by now lol. I loved this video and would love if you'd do a powder technique guide, not only to buff. I'd like an expert and honest opinion. You talk about foundation, then foundation powder, setting powder, bronze, blush, etc... I'd like to hear your recommendations and application technique (order and what not). Thanks, and keep doing an amazing job!
Thaaaaaaaank you so much for this video! I have that Becca loose powder and it’s just sitting on my vanity not being used because i just don’t “get it”. I will try it again ❤️
You are STUNNING! I’ve seen Wayne’s video on it, but it didn’t really click with me. I have dry skin, so every time I have tried it, it made my skin look or feel Casey, or my foundation would separate. I was probably doing it wrong. I’ll have to try your way with a radiant powder😘✨
Same! I can't use a powder like that, it's too much....let me know how it works out if you try one of these :)
Finally! Thank you for the mature skin recommendations. Happy Weekend Mel.
OMG 😯!!! So, I tried this buffing technique yesterday after watching this video, and BAAABY my makeup looked amazing! I always thought I was ok at blending my blush in, but putting finishing powder over it definitely makes it look way more blended in and natural. Why did I never think to try this before? It seems so obvious to me now, lol, that this is what finishing powder should do for your makeup! Thank you a million times for this advice!!! 😘
I’m so happy that it works for you!!! It’s one of my favorite makeup tricks ❤️❤️❤️
I saw the same video he did go to a class taught by Sonia and Fyza Ali their Instagram is @soniaxfyza Fyza the older sister is a makeup artist and when they stared out Sonia was her muse. Wayne said in the video he could not believe how smooth and perfect the skin would look when they were done with the makeup because of how much product they used and the buffing was the key.I have been doing it with Charlotte Tilbury Air Brush Flawless Finish Micro Powder since I saw his video but I also researched Sonia and Fyza and they are beautiful and extremely talented. It was their technique that he was amazed by and so excited about that he created a video on it as soon as he got back.He uses the Charlotte Tilbury Powder in the video I saw and it doesn't add any coverage.Its the type of powder that layers pretty seamlessly and doesn't get cakey easily.I use the Urban Decay Optical Blurring Brush F105 and I find it perfect for this technique.
Nika Ciaffoni ✨💖Thank you so much for this post...🤗...Just Subscribed to Sonia & Fyza Ali's IG..💝..Do you know if They have a YT Channel?💖✨
I can't wait to try this!
Please keep these tutorials coming. I work for a doctor who requires a full face of makeup every day. I am struggling. My day starts at 4:45 am with a solid hour drive to work and a 8 to10 hour work day. I need longevity and a flawless look but cost is an issue. Asking for a miracle I know. Love. And adore your videos ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
That's just wrong, no employer has a right to demand that you wear makeup! Does he wear a full face also?? How sexually racist, report his ass!
I would love to see you do a tour of your tattoos!
The No7 loose translucent powder is my all time favorite, I like it more than any high end powder I've tried.
Love that you teach in your videos... We miss that in the community these days. Please never stop teaching!!! Love ya!
Oh Mel, you've done it again....changed my life. You first changed my life with your eyebrow technique and now this. Perfect timing too because I just purchased Hourglass products. Today I finished my make up, sprayed fix plus and then buffed......holly molly, not only did my make last longer it really gave me a beautiful look. Thank you. What other magic trick do you have for me? How to prevent under eye creasing? I'm sure you have a video, I'll have to find it.
I miss you so much Mel!! Tara Lynn added this video to her video today and I thought I remember that video and I wanted to hear your voice and see your beautiful face 💜
The Charlotte Tilbury Genius Magic (loose)powder is fantastic for this, as is her Airbrush Flawless Filter (pressed) powder . 💖 OMG- the feel of it, the blurring- just lovelovelove! 😍
I tried your buffing technique and I’m blown away ! It’s amazing how I stayed matte and flawless all day long ! TY!!
I am 48 years old and I am obsessed with your tutorials,They are incredible!Thanks Mel
Thank you!!
Miss your videos already! Going back through to see things I've missed or forgotten.
After watching you for approximately 8 months, today this video popped up and totally answered my question every time you previously mentioned "buffing". Now I have finally been educated and I am definitely going to give it a shot. Thanks so much 💋
I’ve heard of this technique a long time ago when I was a pre-teen and I don’t know why I didn’t pay attention to it, makes so much difference I love the final look ✨
I just bought the Sisley powder because of you and now... I’m hooked!!!!!
Yay!!! And I’m sorry lol... I hate the price tag on it but it’s beautiful!!!
I couldn't focus on the video because I can't believe you are gone and left us 🥺 you are so beautiful ❤️ rest in peace my angel 😇
I am watching it again and reminiscing about how helpful Mel was in updating my makeup routine. Rest well, Beauty!
Oh thank you Mel for this video,I've been running errands all day and dying to get home to watch this video,until now didn't know the difference between setting powders and buffers,I feel like my life has changed I am definitely getting the Milani one and also the hourglass,thank you so much,you are changing my makeup techniques so much 💕
And how on earth I didn't mention how gorgeous you look with red lipstick,STUNNING ❤
Thank you so much, love!!
Couldn’t agree more about the Milani powder. I am surprised you don’t hear more about it! I discovered it by chance last week and now it’s taken the place of the Hourglass Ambient Lighting powder, which I’ve used for many years. Thank goodness!!!
I love pressed radiant powders to buff over my makeup at the end of my makeup application, Laura mercier candleglow sheer perfecting powder, hourglass dim light, diffused light, Laura Geller filter first finishing powder, Clinique uplighting illuminating powder, coverfx loose illuminating powder i love it and Milani prep set and glow pressed powder is beautiful.
YEESSS I just got the Milani one and I’m slightly fairer than you, and it’s just beautiful. I’ve finally started venturing out into drugstore makeup after only using high end for like a decade now and I’m so impressed with a few things: this powder being one...I was going to ask how you felt about it
Oh I am so excited for this!! You introduced me to this!! Now I will never be with out my La Mer brush and my Sisley powder (which I purchased while" shopping with you" when you were at Nordstrom's, before your surgeries. I am 55 and this really does blur fine lines and pores. Thank you Mel!! Again. 😘
You made me fell in love with this buffing tech long ago!!!! That’s the most important step of my foundation routine now!!!! Love it!!! The GA highlighting powder is my favorite too, and what I’m mostly using is the illuminating powder from Coverfx if you would like to check it out haha!
Came back to see your buffing technique, miss you sweet angel.❤🐞
Great video. Thank you. I’ve been confused on how to best use my Hourglass powder trio and now I’m excited to try out this technique.
That TF lip color is screaming my name. Granted I know you make everything look perfect but I have hopes it will look half as good on me.
So today, I moistened my sponge with my setting spray then added my foundation, and I'm loving the effect of the two together.
I'm so with you on the original La Mer powder, it was such a great product and they never should have gotten rid of it. You are a gem, your videos are the best!
Thank you, thank you, Mel! I don’t know how I missed your “How to, 101” just so awesome ! Please keep teaching us, I am so grateful. 💋💄✨
I started using this technique after watching your videos and it's been amazing! I used to just take a clean large duo fiber brush at the end and buff out that way but it definitely looks better with a small amount of powder with it. Love it. Your amazing girl!
This the second time I have watched this video because I wanted to be sure I was doing this correctly. I can’t believe the difference it makes !! Thanks 😍
I bought both my Dim Light and Bobbi Brown Nude powders because of you and I use one of them every single day to buff! Love this video and your amazing recommendations.
Thank you for explaining, in an easy and concise way - even at my ripe age, I still became confused but not any more 😚
glad I could help!! XOXOX
I can admit the fact that for Sephora VIB i bought the LaMer The Powder Brush because of you and this buffing technique :) You sold me on this technique when i first started watching you but couldn't commit to that price tag of the brush... then i touched the brush and swore when VIB came around it would be mine!!!!!! You are AMAZING!
I hope you love it as much as I do!!
Your look today is fabulous. I love your artistry with makeup. You are a genius. Never miss one of your videos. You're awesome.
I use this technique every day too. It really does help diffuse everything. I use one of the Hourglass finishing powders and I love how it seamlessly blends everything together without moving my makeup. I tend to have a heavy hand with blush so it saves my ass from walking out looking like a clown.
Awesome tip you look gorgeous will try this technique tomorrow morning. UPDATE so i tried this technique i was a little hesitant but i did the buffing method and i loved it I've been having my becca soft light blur powder for a while now. Thank you
Hi there! Greetings from the UK! I am hopefully still able to get married in September and shall we doing my own bridal makeup! I would be so grateful for a video on some products you would recommend for brides!! Found this video super helpful ☺️ thank you 🙏
Does it matter what kind of brush you use?? Face brush: fluffy or more dense?? Or doesn’t it matter as long as you don’t move your makeup straight of your face??
The becca powder is available at Sephora in a different shade called “pink haze” It’s the one I use to buff because I am so light and don’t want to darken my foundation!
I don’t know how I forgot about that lol 😫😛😂
Puffins Wife lol btw have you heard of the touch in sol no poreblem primer? A girl at Sephora recommended it today.
Your makeup looks so diffused and flawless. I’m gonna have to try this technique.
Just found this video. So glad! And, that lip color is so WOW💄💕
I started doing the buffing technique thanks to you and watching your videos! It is a game changer. I use a Marc Jacobs Bronze brush, which is large and round and has worked for me. I haven't seen the La Mer brush here. I'm naturally radiant (oily) so I use MAC's loose blot powder followed by a spray of Fix+. I also use MAC's beauty powders if I want a more radiant finish.
I watched the recent Tati video where Scott Barnes is giving her 'The JLo glow'. He went along the jawline where her contour/bronzer was, and buffed it out with an illuminating powder, to make it seamless and remove any harsh lines.
For someone with more mature skin: that Laura Mercier powder is perfect!!! I just started using it since the beginning of the year and I am sad that I had not discovered it before. I like it even more than the hourglass.
yeah, I think it's a bit smoother than HG
Thank you so much for doing this video and explaining what buffing is and what it's for! I've heard of it but had no idea what "they" were referring to! Your lashes are amazing too!
Mel, I miss you. Still learning from you, even after your gone. You've left a wonderful legacy, rest in peace.
I just bought Dim light and it’s beautiful. You wouldn’t think it was doing much because of the formula but it’s gorgeous.
Just as a side note that Becca powder comes in 2 shades... one that’s a yellowish-shade (the original shade) and also a pink shade called pink haze... I have a very cool undertone and I have the pink haze shade that I use for buffing and absolutely love it!
I completely forgot about it lol
I use the La Mer Illuminating powder, it’s a pressed powder not loose and it works for me. Lovely video, thank you!
I do this technique sometimes, but I didn't know it was called buffing or that it was even a “technique” lol. I appreciate this video bc now I know how to do it properly. I haven’t been buffing over my blush, but I’m going to do that now bc it is a noticeable difference!
I also have been using Wet n Wild reserve your cabana as a buffing/ finishing powder and its so beautiful you would be surprised
LOVE 💗 the Bobbi brown nude powder would never have tried it without watching your tutorial on it or tried this technique 😊
I bought both the pink and bronze Armani powders a couple weeks back because of you and I LOVE them both!! I’ve used atleast one every day! Great video and love your nail color!
Thank you so much for this, Mel! I actually have. A few of these powders, so I’m definitely going to do this! I feel like I’m pretty decent at makeup (at least my friends/family say so), but I feel like I need these few extra things to make my look more perfected. I swear, if I’m ever in Nashville, I’m going to come have you do my makeup and give me a lesson or two. You’re always flawless! 💕💕
Awesome video. I was just thinking the other day “I’m so confused with why you use several powders and what does each one do” whilst watching a few of your videos ... I think mainly the sweat proof makeup ones... these “teaching” videos are great please do more technique videos! ♥️
K, so I watched the Wayne video but somehow thought the last thing I needed was more powder on my maturing skin. The way you explained & demonstrated was like, "duh, I am already doing this!" I didn't call it buffing, just fixing & pulling my makeup together @ the end, & I have certain powders I only use 4 the last step, & I don't put any more on in certain places. Thanks! It has a name! ;) I am definitely going to try the hourglass.
I love to do the buffing technique with the Wayne Goss Airbrush and the Charlotte Tilbury Air Brush Flawless Finish micro powder. Like you said, it totally diffuses the edges of your blush/bronzer/ contour. I also like the Too Faced sweet peach pressed smoothing finishing powder, it gives a very subtle diffused finish as well.
Becca powder comes in a pink tone now. 😍
Great video....I think I can do this!!! You always make me feel brave. Thank you!!! By the way I always think your kids are so lucky to have you...What a beautiful, cool and sweet mom you must be!
You are gonna have me saying "I'm not mad at it"!! Lol I like it!
LOL!!! I say it tooooooo much! lol
Wow is this lip color gorGEOUS!!!!!!
I miss Mel, and I’m still learning from her. 😢
Me too
I really Adore your Laugh!❤️💕
Thanks for yet another great video. I normally use the La Mer or the Hourglass for the buffing technique now I need the Sisley 😉
I just saw your video on Wayne Goss and I loved it! Heard you talking about the Buffing Technique, so I had to check it out. And Wayne Goss just MADE me buy his Buffing Brush, along with all of his other face brushes. Lol.
Tried this buffing technique with Guerlain Meteorites wow what a difference now this will be in my daily routine thank you
Hi Mel! GREAT video! And thank you so so much for talking and giving advice for us mature women!!! Love it!!! 👍🏻🙏🏻😘
Love love love your videos! Great info and techniques.... I’m going to try this out. I think I was doing it wrong before and my brush was moving the other products around. I think I need to full set it with powder and then go in with this technique and hopefully it won’t move the product around! Thanks so much!
I'm glad I found the buffing technique video. Thank you for sharing and explaining the powders🤗
I tend to use matte powders to set but I have used the MAC MSF Natural to buff after I'm done with my entire face but one a tiny bit. Then I'll set with my setting spray. I've seen people use the MSF Natural to set but I don't think my makeup holds up well when I do that. I use the Hourglass Dim Light as a subtle highlight and I want to get the radiant light as its what I originally intended to buy...my face looks flawless whenever I use it!
I definitely will be trying this technique today! I saw Hourglass released a loose, radiant powder (finally!), so added it to my Sephora cart. 😊 Might be worth a try. I absolutely love the Hourglass products. Anyway, great video!
I still like mineral veil by Bareminerals the best! I haven't tried the Sisily one yet though. Thank you for the video. I always enjoy!