It's a good idea to know who your artist will be before the day of your appointment (especially if mom organized it for you). NARS advises clients to arrive with clean, eoliated skin prior to any makeup application. A properly moisturized canvas will prevent you from taking moisture from the makeup you are actually wearing,' says Quinn. 'The key to a long-wearing look is a well-hydrated complexion.
The pros recommend a ton of hydrating before your makeup appointment.