Kai Trump's Bad Makeup Habit Is A Recipe For Breakouts

As a longtime makeup artist, I'm constantly searching for what's trending, and sometimes, I'm awed at all the new techniques folks come up with. When you've been doing faces for over 15 years, your technique may be perfected, but that doesn't mean the learning stops. I love looking to social media to see what influencers are doing. For example, the spring and summer sunset blush makeup trend pushing past basic pink had me reaching for all my liquid blushes. On the flip side, one thing that folks everywhere have been doing makes my skin crawl.

In a "get ready with me" (often abbreviated as "GRWM") Instagram reel shared on April 14, Kai Trump rubbed some lotion on her face and then proceeded to apply what looked like tinted moisturizer, followed by foundation, directly from the bottle. She may have cleaned her face, but this application method is still unsanitary, as bacteria can transfer to the product very quickly. What she potentially did was create a petri dish of germs in her makeup that could wreak havoc on her skin. Additionally, it looked like she was using the neck of the bottle to apply the foundation, which had already been exposed to air and oxidized. Professional makeup artists are sticklers for hygiene, and if Trump wants to prevent breakouts, she needs to use a much healthier method of applying her products.

The one thing all pro makeup artists have in their kits is an acrylic or stainless steel palette for holding products to avoid cross-contamination. They're super affordable, easy to clean, and are non-porous, so they don't house bacteria. Before use, always spray it with rubbing alcohol and wipe the surface with a paper towel. Next, pour a few drops of foundation onto it and either use a brush or a makeup sponge to apply the product. The easy foundation trick that ensures the most natural finish is to start from the center of the face and blend it outward. Be sure to really get into the creases of your nose, as any excess product will create harsh lines, which is a foundation mistake you've probably been guilty of.

Makeup palettes aren't just for foundation, either. They're awesome for mixing lipsticks, concealers, and liquid blushes. Pros can't carry around 50 shades of everything, so they often pack some key colors and create a custom look for clients. So, if your lipstick is a bit too pink, scrape some off with a stainless steel spatula onto your palette and mix in a nude shade for the perfect match. Once you're done with your application, simply wipe off the excess product and clean your palette with rubbing alcohol. Your makeup will last longer since it's not being exposed to bacteria, and your face will thank you.