Did you know that winter skin is harsher and drier than skin in other seasons? Dry skin can appear cracked, red, and irritated. This can make it impossible to wear foundation - or even worse, make your existing foundation look caky and flaky. The good news is that there are some simple ways to prepare your skin for makeup during winter. Here's how to prep your skin for winter makeup – without doing too much. 1. MyGlamm K.Play Lychee Hydrating Sheet Mask Sheet masks are a great way to prep your skin before makeup in winter. They are easy on the wallet and they can give you a quick boost of hydration, which is important for those long days out in the cold. 2. Love Earth Vitamin C & E Moisturizer Moisturising is one of the most important things you can do to prep your skin before makeup in winter. If you don’t moisturise, your skin will dry out, so it’s imperative that you moisturise well before applying makeup. 3. Love Earth 24K Gold Glass Face Oil A light oil is also a great way to prep your skin for makeup, especially if you have dry areas like the cheeks or forehead. You can use it as a moisturiser or apply it after cleansing and toning for extra hydration. This one from The Body Shop has some anti-ageing properties too! 4. Dot & Key Cica Calming Niacinamide Sunscreen I always put sunscreen on my face before makeup because it’s important to protect against UV damage and freckles, which are caused by sun exposure (and sometimes genetics!). Make sure you check the SPF rating of any product you buy before purchasing—aim for at least 30 SPF. 5. Ikkai Organic Pink Me Again Hydrating Lip Sleeping Mask Using a lip balm is a great way to prep your lips for makeup application. The natural ingredients in the balm will hydrate and lock in moisture. Follow these steps and get a flawless base for makeup!