Written by : Claudia Tay
Just like everything related to the Kardashian-Jenner clan, the phrase ‘baking your face’ flooded the internet after the sisters revealed their makeup routine and was widely raved by other makeup artists and celebrities. But is baking really as good as it seems?
Before it became a trend, baking was used by drag queens to achieve that dramatic look. It even dates back as early as ancient Egypt and early Victorian era.
Baking is basically applying loose translucent powder on areas you want to highlight on your face such as under-eye and under your contours. This step takes up to 15 to 20 minutes, allowing your body heat to warm up and set it. After that, gently dust off excess powder with a brush.
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If it’s Kim Kardashian approved, you know it probably works. But here’s why baking is worth going the extra mile, especially if you are having a selfie session.
Pro #1: Long-lasting makeup
Baking your face has been universally acknowledged as one of the top ways to make your makeup last the entire day and it has proven itself right time and time again with many celebrities and makeup artists adopting this method.
Pro #2: Flawless and pore-less
Baking gives an illusion of a flawless and pore-less complexion as your pores open and absorb the fine powders with help from the heat of your skin.
But everything that sounds too good to be true are often not true. Kim Kardashian’s makeup artist, Mario Dedivanovic, has said that baking is not suitable for everyday makeup. Instead, it’s more suitable for celebrities and stage performers who often have to wear makeup for long hours.
There are dozens of reasons why you shouldn’t bake every day but these are the top two.
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Con #1: Clogs your pores
Too much makeup can block your pores and that is what baking essentially is: layering foundations, concealers, and powder on top of one another. Baking might be known for having a flawless and pore-less finish, but to what extent?
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Con #2: More wrinkles
Baking actually break down your skin’s natural oil, which can cause dehydration, and that is not the kind of treatment your skin needs. Dehydration is also known to be the cause of more wrinkles.
In conclusion, baking is only worth the hassle and potential damage to your skin if you’re doing a photo shoot or will be wearing the look for more than half a day.
Now that you know the perks and drawbacks of baking, will you make it part of your makeup routine?
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