7 Products Makeup Artists Won't put on their skin!

I'm sure you could talk to a zillion Makeup Artists and they will probably all give you a different opinion about which products they love. The products that work the best and of course what they hate. 

I've spent the last few days researching and talking with different Makeup Artist and have come up with 7 products that Makeup Artists won't use on their or client's skin. 

I'm going to go into great depth on each item listed but I will give you an idea of why they say this and some of the pros and cons. 

1. Foundation without a skin care benefit!

Most Makeup Professional will tell you that they WILL NOT use a product on their face that doesn't have some sort of benefit in it. Most prefer an anti-age benefit such as a serum in the foundation. Be sure to look at all ingredients before purchasing to make sure. 

2. OTT Highlighters

I have heard them all say to stay away from any metallic or glittery highlighters. The reason being is it gives you an oily appearance and emphasizes skin texture. 

3. Face products with Talc

Talc is added to a ton of products but your face shouldn't be one of them but I have heard mixed feelings about this product and whether it should or shouldn't be used. It can give you a dry and flat effect. 

Talc has many uses in cosmetics and other personal care products; in food, such as rice and chewing gum; and in the manufacture of tablets. For example, it may be used to absorb moisture, to prevent caking, to make facial makeup opaque, or to improve the feel of a product. 

4. Hairspray to set Makeup

This is one of those things you read and go "REALLY??" but yes! some people have actually sprayed their face with hairspray to set their makeup. Please, please don't do this!! Nothing like a good eye infection called Blepharitis to really ruin your day! 

5. Physical Exfoliants

Exfoliating your skin is wonderful and has many benefits to it from removing dead skin cells, to helping increase collagen production which can help minimize pores and gives your skin a glowing look and feel. Some people have used nuts or peach pits which have sharp edges and can scratch the skin. Leaving more damage done than what was there before. It's a big NO, NO!! 

I like to use baking soda and rubbing alcohol. I mix it together in my palm until I get a nice thicker paste. Then apply to my face gently. Let sit for 5-10 minutes and wash off with cool water. 

6. Bird Poop

Yep, I said it! You didn't read that wrong. Guano is a trendy skin care ingredient. Which is another reason why you should check your labels!  I'm not actually sure the benefits of the bird poop and personally don't want to find out. 

7. Matte Powder Foundation

Nothing for me is worse than applying your makeup and you start finishing it with a powder and notice that it settles into all your fine line and wrinkles. Also, it will accentuate pores. So instead try to find a semi-matte finish.