How To Apply Foundation

Applying foundation is the most sensitive thing, as if it is not done appropriately, then it would give you a pretty bad look. Therefore you need to understand as to how you are going to apply the foundation that would suit you the best. The right way to apply a foundation is that your skin looks natural and does not look any odd. If you are applying the foundation the right way then you are able to hide the roughness, spots, blemishes of your skin.

So when you are to apply a foundation, you must see as to what is your skin type and color, as this will help you to select the right foundation for you.

Now in the coming paragraphs, we are going to discuss different foundations one by one.
Liquid Foundations are suitable for all skin types. These foundations, they usually cover the entire area pretty easily and gives you a more natural look. They are pretty easy to apply as well. You can get the liquid foundations that are prepared in both the water based and the oil based formulas.

Cream Foundations are not a good choice because they dry up pretty quickly and it makes the blending of the makeup pretty difficult. They give a pretty extensive coverage and are known for their moisturizing properties and hence it is ideal for the normal and dry skin.

Compact Foundations are the best choice for oily and normal skin. They give lighter coverage when they are applied with a dry sponge and they give a heavy coverage when they are applied with a wet sponge.

Dual Active Powder Foundations are best for women who have less time for makeup and are in the working class and have to meet their deadlines. This provides the foundation and the powder in one application and gives excellent coverage.

The tinted moisturizer is best for all skin types and it gives a nice glow to your skin and helps moisturize the dry skin that gets more dry with the exposure to the sun. These moisturizers commonly are available with an SPF protection.

When you are selecting the foundation for you, you must know that the color of the foundation must be identical to your skin tone. So, you must go for a foundation that is yellow based foundation and must avoid the pink or orange tones. When you are selecting the color, you must select it in the natural light, which will give you the right idea as to what is best for you.

When you are applying the foundation, you must apply the foundation dots carefully on one side of the face first and then blend them well with the makeup sponge from top of your face to down, which would create a smooth and even finish. Now you need to repeat the same procedure to the opposite side. You must blend the foundation correctly and you must make sure that you have blended the foundation under the jawline, under the hair line and the ear lobes, corners of the nose, corners of the eyes and under the eyes. After applying the foundation, you must apply the powder by gently dusting it on the skin and this will set your foundation.