mattifying
Removes facial sheen
Mattifying describes products or treatments that reduce shine by absorbing oil from the skin.
Cosmetics and skincare often advertise mattifying properties for people with oily complexions: a mattifying primer, mattifying powder.
The effect creates a flat, non-reflective finish rather than a dewy or glossy one.
Preparatory coat or guide
- foundationUnderlying support structure
- powderFine dry particles
- concealerCosmetic for hiding flaws
- blottingAbsorbing by pressing
complexion · poreless · translucent · coverage · pressed · loose · mineral · compact
Natural skin lubricant
- poresMinute dermal openings
- acneInflamed skin condition
- blemishVisible flaw or mark
- clarifyingMaking something understandable
cleanser · toner · moisturizer · gel · serum · clay · charcoal · salicylic
Soft and smooth-textured
- smoothWithout roughness or difficulty
- soft-focusIntentionally blurred imagery
- diffusedSpread widely around
- non-reflectiveNot shiny or glossy
powdery · flawless · airbrushed · flat · subdued · natural · refined · polished
primer
Preparatory coat or guide
- foundationUnderlying support structure
- powderFine dry particles
- concealerCosmetic for hiding flaws
blotting · complexion · poreless · translucent · coverage · pressed · loose · mineral · compact · silica
sebum
Natural skin lubricant
clarifying · cleanser · toner · moisturizer · gel · serum · clay · charcoal · salicylic · niacinamide
velvety
Soft and smooth-textured
- smoothWithout roughness or difficulty
- soft-focusIntentionally blurred imagery
- diffusedSpread widely around
non-reflective · powdery · flawless · airbrushed · flat · subdued · natural · refined · polished · blurred
- beauty termsdewy, hydrating, moisturizing, smoothing, brightening
- makeup techniquesblending, contouring, highlighting, bronzing, priming
mattifyingilluminating
Making visible or understandable
dewy · glowing · shimmering · highlighting · brightening
mattifyingmoisturizing
Adding water to skin
hydrating · emollient · nourishing · replenishing · conditioning