Foundation Tips!

Here are some awesome tips for applying daily foundation! 

1. Cleanse and Moisturize!

Before applying foundation, I always make sure to clean my face thoroughly with a face wash or scrub, even if I haven't been wearing makeup. This is especially important, because even if you haven't worn makeup, your face will not be completely free of oil and dirt because of natural daily interactions. After cleansing, I moisturize with a water-based moisturizer with an SPF of at least 30. To find out if a moisturizer is water-based, look on the label for the ingredients - water should be the first one. It is especially important that your moisturizer also to have SPF - even though it may be in the middle of winter, UV radiation does not disappear and you can still get sun damage if you don't protect your skin!
Also, moisturizing before applying foundation gives your skin a smooth base so foundation goes on more easily and evenly.

2. Use a foundation brush. 

Over the years, I have noticed that people apply their foundation in many ways according to their preference - whether it be with their fingers or with a sponge. However, I have personally noticed and have heard from makeup artists that using a foundation brush is one of the best ways to apply your foundation. Not only does it apply your foundation more evenly and smoothly, but you will usually use less foundation because you are literally "painting" it on to your face rather than rubbing it in with your fingers (in which you tend to use more foundation). Similarly, using a sponge uses less foundation and may result in under-application because the sponge soaks up most of the makeup.

3. Switch/Mix shades depending on the season.

I'm sure many of you, like me, experience darker skin in the summer and lighter skin in the winter. This may be frustrating because you have to go and find another foundation because your previous one was too light/too dark. To eliminate this problem, I always buy foundation in a slightly lighter shade and one  in a slightly darker shade. This way, I can mix them both in different amounts to get just the right color and avoid looking like a ghost or overly tan.

4. Set your makeup.

  If you're going to be wearing your foundation all day and won't have time to reapply it or touch it up, it is really important to set your makeup, either with a translucent powder or a finishing spray. If you have oily skin, translucent powder/setting powder will work well to avoid making your face look shiny and greasy. A finishing spray works especially well for dry skin, giving your skin a light glow and keeping it looking fresh and dewy all day. However, it is important to remember not to use a heavy powder and apply it all over your face in large amounts - this will leave your face looking cakey and may dry out your skin. 


I hope you enjoyed these quick foundation tips!

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