Not all at once: a five-step base makeup guide inspired by JUNGSAEMMOOL
An adaptable beginner approach to small amounts of base makeup, inspired by a Korean makeup artist's original short.
Korean makeup artist JUNGSAEMMOOL's official YouTube channel lists a short titled ‘메이크업 오래 유지하고 싶다면 ‘한 번에’ 바르지 마세요’ (‘For longer-lasting makeup, don't apply it all at once’). On October 30, 2026, the public channel listing confirmed its title and original link, but we could not independently verify the full footage, exact products, movements or publication date. **The following five steps are our own practical adaptation, not a frame-by-frame account of the video.** No wear-time or finish testing is claimed. Separate preparation and hygiene guidance comes from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and South Korea's MFDS.
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Check skin and clean tools
Wash your hands, identify only the areas where you want coverage, and set out one cushion or foundation with a clean puff or brush. Check the product label and expiry guidance; avoid irritated or broken skin.
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Cleanse, moisturize and protect in daylight
Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer. For daytime exposure, apply sunscreen separately as labeled before makeup. The AAD orders cleansing, necessary treatment, moisturizer/sunscreen and optional makeup. Do not treat a thin cushion layer as adequate sunscreen.
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Start the first layer small
Following the product instructions, apply a little base only where desired with a clean applicator, then soften the edges. This is an editorial suggestion; we did not verify the exact number of coats or tools used in the artist's video.
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Add only where needed
Check the first application before adding any more. If you want further coverage, use a small additional amount only in those areas. Layering is not proven to last longer on every skin type or with every formula. Do not keep piling it on when it cakes.
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Check edges and clean up
Inspect the jawline and hairline and avoid sharing tools. The AAD advises washing general makeup brushes every seven to ten days, but follow separate maker instructions for puffs and sponges. Stop if stinging or redness occurs.
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✦ Helpful tips
- The video's long-wear theme is not a measured result from this guide.
- Neither a thick first coat nor repeated layers is a universal answer for every complexion or product.
ⓘ Keep in mind
- Stop use for swelling, redness, pain or rash, and seek care for significant or persistent reactions.
- Do not replace sunscreen with a little cushion; do not share brushes or puffs.
Original sources 5
These are research sources, not verification of real-world product results.
- 메이크업 오래 유지하고 싶다면 ‘한 번에’ 바르지 마세요 ↗JUNGSAEMMOOL official YouTube original · Source checked 2026-10-30
- 정샘물 JUNGSAEMMOOL public channel list ↗Tenb channel index · Source checked 2026-10-30
- Should I apply my skin care products in a certain order? ↗American Academy of Dermatology · Source checked 2026-10-30
- How to clean your makeup brushes ↗American Academy of Dermatology · Source checked 2026-10-30
- 식약처 열린마루 2025.5 화장품 사용 안전 ↗South Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety · Source checked 2026-10-30