Apply Pre-Makeup Oil Control Only to the T-Zone
Facets
These facets are broadly related to the theme.
AM skincare goalsClassified by AI
The specific outcomes users aim to achieve each morning (both immediate benefits and functional goals).
Assessment timeframeClassified by AI
When during the day users check or expect to see whether their routine is working (timing of evaluation).
How they judge effectiveness (indicators)Classified by AI
Observable or perceived signals users use during the day to judge whether their AM routine is working.
Skin concerns being managedClassified by AI
Underlying skin issues users are addressing with their morning routine.
Triggers for skin concernsClassified by AI
Situations or factors that provoke or worsen users' skin issues.
Application zonesClassified by AI
Exact face/body areas where participants apply each product to map spatial application patterns and zones often targeted or missed.
Makeup interaction effectsClassified by AI
How each AM product/step impacts later makeup application and wear (pilling, grip, shine, longevity) to evaluate compatibility.
Base makeup products used (relevant to skincare interaction)Classified by AI
Which base makeup items (primer, foundation, concealer, etc.) the participant uses that may interact with their AM skincare.
Makeup interaction issues observedClassified by AI
Specific problems participants notice when makeup is applied over their AM skincare (what goes wrong with makeup performance).
Quotes
“the last step to my skincare routine before I do makeup is mattifying primer just to help with the oil that I get on my forehead and my t zone. So I just take about a pea sized amount because this is another product where a little bit goes a long way, and I don't need it all over my face. So I just take my fingers and apply it to the areas where I have issues with oil. And that's it. That's my morning skincare routine.”
“So as of right now, I definitely treat my whole face the same way and spread the moisturizer very evenly across my face. However, like, after this, I actually think I might try focusing on the drier parts of my face. I had never considered that before, but honestly, the idea has come to me during this interview. I think it could be a way to help with this oiliness on my forehead.”
“If it's in the summertime, then what will happen is my skin will start getting really oily, especially around the t zone area. It's usually based off of the conditions of the weather. If the weather outside is really dry, my cheeks will get dry patches. If it's humid outside, like in the summertime, then I'll get like a oily t zone and I'll have to keep blotting my skin.”
“On makeup days, sometimes there's a bit of shine issues just because I feel like the hyaluronic acid and sometimes a sunscreen, they have a bit of a shininess or a sheen to it. And I like to have my makeup very matte. So I follow-up typically with a primer, particularly in my t zones to make sure that there's not a lot of shine that comes through.”
“I don't think that any lasting results are going to take effect by midday or end of day. But, personally, I like products that keep my skin looking pretty matte, by midday or end of day. I have combination skin. So, in the summertime or in periods where I am, traveling or really active during the day, I noticed that my t zone gets pretty shiny and oily.”