Before applying your make up each morning, you need to first prepare your skin. Although most make up is natural and healthy for skin, skin needs to be exfoliated and moisturized. Excessive make up can cause the skin to be either oily or excessively dry, so it is important to apply the right product before any make up touches the skin.

No matter what skin type you have, you should always apply a lotion without oils. This can clog the pores, making pimples appear. Use a thicker lotion if you have dry skin, since this can hydrate dry skin and keep it glowing all day. Those with oily skin should consider a water type lotion, just to buff out any dry spots and keep the skin looking fresh.

Lotions with perfumes or fragrances should also not touch the face, because the scents can cause the skin to become irritated or sensitive. Thin, oil free lotion can be applied right before your make up routine, but can prevent your skin from looking bad. If you combined the lotion with a sensitive face wash, you can keep your skin looking healthy and free of blemishes. Make sure to remove your make up each night, and use the same products to prevent any type of reaction.