Tips to Prevent Cakey Makeup While Playing Padel

Padel has become a favorite sport for those who enjoy an active and modern lifestyle. While it may seem effortless, padel involves constant motion, which naturally leads to perspiration. For makeup enthusiasts, this can become a challenge, as sweat can cause makeup to separate, crack, turn patchy, or look cakey.

So, how do you keep your makeup from breaking down and ensure it stays flawless throughout your padel session?

To start, it helps to understand why makeup becomes cakey. Makeup often looks cakey when the complexion appears thick, uneven, or starts to separate in certain areas of the face. The primary reasons for this issue include dry skin, improper skin preparation, or applying too many layers of product at once.

To keep your makeup looking smooth and comfortable during the game, follow these simple steps:

1. Exfoliate regularly

Exfoliation is essential for ensuring your makeup goes on smoothly. Buildup of dead skin can hinder skincare absorption, making it difficult for foundation and other complexion products to blend evenly, which often lead to a patchy finish.

Gently exfoliate once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells. This keeps your complexion soft, smooth, and well-hydrated, so your makeup stays even and fresh, even after hours on the court.

2. Skin prep is a must

Proper skin preparation makes all the difference in achieving long-lasting, non-cakey makeup. Start by cleansing your face with a gentle facial wash, followed by a toner and moisturizer to lock in hydration. Lastly, don’t forget sunscreen as your final step to protect your skin from UV exposure before hitting the court.

3. Apply just enough base makeup

Over-applying product is one of the most common causes of cakiness. Instead, opt for a thin layer of base makeup to avoid a heavy feel. For active days, a cushion foundation is a great option, offering natural-looking coverage without weighing down your skin.

One recommendation is The Nakeds Real Skin Serum Cushion by ULTIMA II, which offers medium, natural-looking coverage with a lightweight, buildable, and breathable formula, making it ideal for active days.

It also features SPF 50 PA++++ for UV protection, and is infused with CollaSence™ Essence of Youth, a signature collagen technology from ULTIMA II that hydrates the skin, leaving your complexion radiant and healthy-looking, even after hours on the court.

4. Choose the right powder

After applying your cushion, set your makeup with the right powder to keep it shine-free and long-lasting.

Try The Nakeds Face Powder from ULTIMA II. This loose powder is enriched with CollaSence™ Essence of Youth and Hyaluronic Acid, which help nourish and moisturize the skin, ensuring a fresh, smooth finish without patchiness. It’s the ideal companion to help you stay fresh and confident during padel matches.

5. Finish with a setting spray

The final and most important step in preventing your makeup from looking cakey is using a setting spray. This product helps blend all layers of makeup for a natural, skin-like finish while locking in moisture so your makeup stays smooth and long-lasting, even during intense play.

For best result, use The Nakeds Absolutely Flawless Face Mist by ULTIMA II. This face mist is infused with CollaSence™ Essence of Youth for added hydration, along with a blend of three essential oils that protect the skin from environmental stressors. The result: a glowing complexion and makeup that stays flawless all day.

Now you can move freely and confidently on the padel court without worrying about your makeup becoming cakey, cracking, or patchy!