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Buffing cream base without lifting it

by Hayley Harvey-Smith on Jul 30, 2026
Buffing cream base without lifting it

The key to a smooth cream base is using less pressure and working in controlled stages.

Pass one: place

Apply a small amount of product to the centre of the face. Press it into the skin using the M1 brush rather than immediately moving it around.

Pass two: blend

Use short circular or tapping movements to spread the product outwards. Keep your pressure light so the brush blends the surface without removing the coverage underneath.

Pass three: finish

Use an almost weightless movement to soften visible edges around the jaw, hairline and nose.

Tips for avoiding lift

  • Let skincare settle before applying makeup.
  • Build coverage in thin layers.
  • Do not repeatedly buff the same area.
  • Use a clean brush if the base starts to look heavy.
  • Add extra product only where coverage is needed.
  • Use less pressure around dry or textured areas.

The finished base should look even but still like skin.

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