Makeup and Skincare Tips When You’re Sick: How to Look and Feel Better

When you’re under the weather, your skin is the last thing you want to worry about. However, illness can take a toll on your complexion, causing dryness, irritation, and dullness.

Whether you need to look presentable for a meeting or want to feel a bit more like yourself, a few simple skincare and makeup tips can help you achieve a refreshed look while being gentle on your skin.

Skincare First: Soothe and Hydrate

Keep Your Skin Hydrated

Fevers, congestion, and dehydration can leave your skin feeling dry and irritated. Use a lightweight but deeply hydrating moisturizer like Oxygenetix Oxygenating Hydro-Matrix, which contains aloe vera and hyaluronic acid to replenish moisture and soothe sensitive skin.

Be Gentle with Cleansing

When you're sick, your skin may be more sensitive than usual. Avoid harsh scrubs and opt for a gentle, non-stripping cleanser. If you're too exhausted to wash your face, use micellar water or hydrating facial wipes as a quick alternative. It's better than nothing!

Soothe a Red Nose

Frequent nose-blowing can cause redness and irritation around your nostrils. Apply a thin layer of Oxygenating Hydro-Matrix to help calm and hydrate the skin, thanks to its soothing aloe-based formula. It's safe to use inside your nose as well.

Don’t Skip SPF

Even if you're staying indoors, UV rays can still penetrate windows. If you have the energy to step outside, protect your skin with a breathable, non-comedogenic SPF to prevent further irritation.

Makeup for a Quick Pick-Me-Up

Use a Breathable Foundation

Heavy foundations can feel uncomfortable when you're sick. Instead, opt for Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation, which is lightweight, breathable, and packed with skin-loving ingredients like aloe and salicylic acid. It helps even out your complexion while allowing your skin to heal.

Brighten Tired Eyes

Sick days often come with puffy eyes and dark circles. Use a hydrating concealer sparingly to brighten under-eye darkness. A cool compress or chilled jade roller can also help reduce puffiness before applying makeup.

Add a Natural Flush

A touch of cream blush or tinted lip balm can bring life back to your face without feeling heavy. Soft pink or peach shades mimic a natural, healthy glow.

Skip Heavy Eye Makeup

If your eyes are watery or irritated, avoid mascara, eyeliner, and eyeshadow as they can smudge and worsen discomfort. Instead, curl your lashes for an instant eye-opening effect.

Opt for Hydrating Lip Care

Chapped lips are common when you’re sick. Ditch drying matte lipsticks and instead apply a nourishing lip balm or tinted lip oil to keep your lips hydrated.

Hygiene is Key

When you're sick, it's crucial to keep your beauty tools clean to prevent the spread of germs:

• Wash your hands before applying skincare or makeup.

• Use clean brushes and sponges, and disinfect them after use.

• Avoid dipping fingers directly into product jars—opt for a spatula or pump dispensers instead.

• Toss old makeup or lip balms that may harbor bacteria.

Illness can take a toll on both how you feel and how you look, but a few simple tweaks to your skincare and makeup routine can help you feel more refreshed and comfortable. By focusing on hydration, gentle application, and breathable formulas like Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation and Hydro-Matrix, you can maintain a healthy glow even when you’re under the weather. Most importantly, listen to your body! Rest, stay hydrated, and allow your skin to recover.