July 16, 2025

How-to Make Your Makeup Last Longer! A 101 Masterclass on Skin Prep, Primers, Powders & Setting Sprays with Makeup Artist Pro Ruby Hammer, MBE

1 hour 1 minute

Looking for makeup that lasts through sweat, humidity, or oily skin? In this episode, we’re joined by award-winning British makeup artist Ruby Hammer, MBE, who’s here to share her best-kept secrets for truly long-lasting makeup — no matter the weather or skin type.

With a career spanning nearly four decades, Ruby has worked on editorial shoots for British Vogue, ELLE UK, and Italian Vogue, painting the faces of icons like Kate Moss. She also co-founded the trailblazing, inclusive brand Ruby & Millie and now runs her own high-performance cosmetics line, Ruby Hammer Beauty.

In this pro makeup masterclass, Ruby breaks down exactly how to prep, prime, and set your makeup so it stays fresh — even through intense heat or post-gym sweat.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

How-to build a long-lasting makeup routine, starting with the essential skincare prep for oily or dull skin to help makeup adhere better and stay longer
Which makeup primers Ruby recommends (and her honest take on trending “gripping primers”)
Her signature “like-with-like” blush method that makes colour last without fading forlong workdays or even a wedding
The classic setting powders and products she says are truly un-dupable
Her pro trick for long-lasting lip color that doesn’t budge — even through meals, workouts and the muggiest days

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