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Powder, cream or liquid

Whoever said choice was a good thing probably wasn’t a woman trying to find the right foundation. Years ago we just grabbed a bottle of beige cream and called it good, but now we have so many options to choose from, including liquids, powders, sticks, pressed powders, and of course the new mineral powders. How are we ever to pick the right one?

We’ve collected a bit of information here to help narrow it down for you. As a basic rule: oily skin types should go for more powder and matte formulas, whereas normal to dry can use more oil-based options. If your skin is  dry and dehydrated liquids works the best. Here are the foundations, and when it’s best to use each one.

Liquid: The most popular option, liquids have been around for a long time and continue to be favorites because they’re so flexible and natural-looking. Oil-based formulas are best for dry to normal skin, and water-based formulas are better for those with oily skin. Liquids also work well in color combinations, if you’re into making your own shades by mixing two or more colors. Be careful of the long-wearing, smudgeproof versions. Though they may stay on longer, they typically have waxy and oily ingredients that can cause skin irritation or breakouts. (In humid conditions, though, they can be lifesavers.) Oil-free options or matte finish brands are best for those with oily or acne-prone skin. Ultra-mattes can also be good for oily types, but tend to leave the skin dry and taut.

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Cream: Cream foundation is a good choice for those with dry or mature skin. It provides medium to heavy coverage, and helps skin look soft and smooth.

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Sticks: These foundations come in solid form and have more of a drying effect, which may make them best for those with oily skin. They are also good for covering scars and flaws, and for creating more coverage. These are often used in photography sessions, but for everyday use, you may find them too heavy and thick-feeling.

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Powder: Similar to pressed powder, loose-powder foundations help control shine. However, they can be too drying. All but the most oily skin types may want to use these for touch-ups only. They also work well when you’re in a hurry, and can be great options for young girls just starting out on makeup as they’re light and easy to apply.

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Tip of the day: use  translucent powder to set your foundation to get a beautiful and matte finish.

 

Don’t forget to visit our blog tomorrow to read about setting your foundation and face powders.

 

Foundation application techniques

Master the foundation application and be your own makeup artist.

Brush? Sponge? Fingers? what works the best for you?

When its about foundation we are always sceptical what is the best way to apply it.

Well it depends what is the type of your foundation and what works the best for you. You have one main goal to achieve a flawless skin.

  1. Use your fingers if you are not happy with the brush strokes or the sponge.

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2.Apply your foundation with a foundation brush if you want a strong coverage.

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3. Use a buffing brush if you like to keep your foundation dewy 

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4.Use latex sponge and dab the foundation in your skin if you are using cream textures.

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5. Apply the foundation  with a foundation brush and use your beauty blender for a fully blended look. Note the beauty blender is for blending the foundation not for application!

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6.For a dewy skin apply water spray on your skin and while is wet start with a foundation.

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7. The most important doesn’t matter what is your foundation texture (cream, liquid or stick) always apply it in thin layers.

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Tip of the day: for a perfect and flawless skin wet your latex sponge and apply your foundation on the face.  In this way your foundation will blend in more and will stick more to the skin.

Click on our blog tomorrow and get more infos about different foundation types and their best usage on your skin…see you all tomorrow

The correct foundation application

Brush? Sponge? Beauty blender or fingers?

What is the right way? Well it depends what is the texture of your foundation.

If its liquid the best is to apply with a foundation brush or buffing or kabuki brush. This way the foundation layer will be thin and invisible on your skin but the same time a nice coverage. The Beauty blender is for blending the foundation after the brush application.

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Cream foundations especially if we are using Kryolan Supracolor, Dermacolor or TV Stick the best to apply with wet latex sponge by dabbing in the skin not dragging around the foundation. 

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Tip of the day: If you have a dry skin and wondering how to achieve  dewy and healthy glowing skin here is our tip for you. Before applying  the liquid foundation spray your face with a water spray or rose water.

Do this between every single step. The rose water will give you a moisturised and dewy look.

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