Why is it important to prepare the skin for makeup?

can someone please tell me in detail why it is important to prepare the skin for makeup application?


thanks in advanceWhy is it important to prepare the skin for makeup?
It is important to prepare so that skin appears smoother and had more even skin tone - its important to moisturise because foundation, concealer etc can highlight dry skin. Remember to let your miosturiser sink in for 10 - 15 mins before applying make so it doesnt slip off the skin!Why is it important to prepare the skin for makeup?
I have always heard that if you put on moisturizing lotion before u apply makeup that it will help the makeup go on smoother and helps for smoother lines.
Why wear makeup at all?? It will only damage your skin in the long term and you will end up a dried out old prune by the time you hit 30!
you need to put a good amount of moisturizer on before applying any kind of foundation on so it wont get dry, or flaky.
there are 3 steps before you apply make-up:


1. cleanse- this opens your pores to give your skin a good clean and remove any impurities


2. tone- this removes excess cleanser and closes your pores to prepare for moisturising.


3. moisturise- this helps to keep your skin soft and supple, it's best to use 1 with an spf in it to protect your skin from the weather. it also allows you to apply foundation with ease
i guess it depends on what type of makeup you are using. I use airbrush makeup and we are supposed to wash the face..pat it dry and then begin spraying the makeup with nothing underneath. I use the dinair airbrush system and i am in love with it. It doesn't dry out my skin, it helped clear it up and there is no preparation before hand. just a suggestion.