Cosmetic
foundations such as powders and
liquid foundation are used to
create a clear, smooth skin tone-the
illusion of seemingly flawless
skin texture that will last as
long as you desire. Foundations
provide the perfect base for the
application of the rest of your
make up.
Foundations
may be water-based, oil-based
or oil-free, with varied consistencies
and coverage, and are available
in liquid, cream or powder form
It will give
you a beautiful and flawless looking
complexion. The special formula
can be used both as foundation
and pressed powder. Contains sunsxreen
and moisturisers
Liquid
foundations
These
usually offer light to medium coverage,
can be applied using either a sponge
or a brush and are available in a
wide range of colors that can be mixed
to obtain in-between shades to match
your skin tone (only mix cosmetic
foundations of the same brand). To
avoid a streaky finish place a very
small amount of foundation on sponge
and always brush over with powder.
The powder helps the cosmetic foundations
last longer. TOP
Cream
foundations
When
using cream-based foundations, concealer
may be applied either before or after
the foundation. Use a wedge-shaped
latex sponge and light strokes to
apply the foundation across the face.
You can tell how a cream formula will
cover by how it feels to the touch.
The thicker and heavier it feels,
the more it covers. So if it feels
slightly dry it offers light to medium
cover. Try not to cover too thick
with cream foundation or it may look
artificial and draw attention to itself.
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Pressed
Powder
Pressed foundations give a smooth,
matte finish to the skin that helps
control shine. It can be applied with
either a damp or dry sponge. At first,
it takes practice to use the right
amount of powder. This type of foundation
works for all skin types and is easy
to carry around since it's not as
messy as loose powder. This makes
it quick and handy for touch ups.
It is available in more shades than
loose powder. When choosing a shade,
get one as close to your foundation
color as you can and use lightly since
it tends to accumulate on your skin
during touch ups. TOP
Loose
Powder
Loose Powder adds the finishing touch
to your foundation and keeps you looking
fresh throughout the day. Powder can
be used on its own to look natural.
Be careful not to use too much powder,
especially around the eyes where the
excess powder can settle into the
fine lines. Powder based foundations
have the function of combining both
foundation and powder in one product.
It 'sets' your foundation to make
it last, it adds a matte finish to
the skin that looks fresh, makes the
skin seem finer by making the pores
seem smaller. TOP
HOW
TO APPLY YOUR FOUNDATION
Make sure you have
clean hands and a clean face.
Apply moisturizer
appropriate to your skin type. Let
it set a few minutes, particularly
if your skin is oily.
camouflage under-eye
circles and blemishes with a concealor
Select a foundation
that is appropriate to your skin type
and the coverage you wish to achieve.
The color should match your skin,
disappearing when blended well.
Shake the bottle
well to mix the formula (if you are
using liquid foundation). Or, simply
open a foundation stick or compact
version.
Place a small amount
of foundation on the back of one hand.
Dip your makeup sponge or your middle
finger into it.
Apply to the center
of your face: cheeks, forehead, chin.
Blend out to your
hair and jawline until the foundation
vanishes. Pay special attention to
blending around the nose, mouth and
jawline.
Set the foundation
with loose powder immediately following
application. Apply a loose powder
after you have completed the application
of your foundation and concealer,
and before applying eye makeup. Release
powder into the top section of the
container by tipping the container
and gently tapping the bottom.
Loose powder: Tends
to be messy so be careful when applying
it. Loose powder does not set into
fine lines as easily as pressed
powder does. It will set the foundation
with a little more coverage but
not be as heavy as a pressed powder
can be. Perfect choice if you tend
to be oily!
Pressed
powder:
Very convenient and that's why we
love it. It is great for touch ups
throughout the day because it does
give more coverage then a loose
powder does. You do need to be careful
because too much can make you look
like your wearing powder, not exactly
flawless.
Blot:
As long as you don't have oily skin
and not incredibly humid in your
area, this will work great for you.
You can purchase blotting tissues
to keep handy or a facial tissue
will work great too. Press to your
face and blot softly with the tissue.
It will take off the excess make
up but will not mess up your makeup.
