Foundation
There are
different types, colours and coverage’s. Have a read below and chose the one
which sounds best suited to your skin type. Have a browse in your local drug
store and ask the staff for help if you’re not sure. Some shops such as Boots
provide a foundation matching service, they use a nifty little gadget that they
put on your face and it reads the colour tones and tells you which shade of
foundation is your perfect match. The types of foundation are…
Mousse- It
provides smooth coverage and lightweight results; it generally gives a medium
coverage.
Liquid- This
is the most popular foundation because it’s easy and fast to apply and gives an
even coverage however if applied incorrectly it can look streaky. Choosing the
right colour is very important because you don’t want to end up with an orange
face. If you have normal or dry skin and like the dewy look this type is
recommended, if you have oily skin using liquid can make you look even oilier
because of the heavy coverage this provides, opt for a water based foundation
if you suffer from this. This is the
best option if you have blemishes and skin imperfections you want to cover up
for this choose a medium to full coverage foundation. See ‘coverage’ for more
details.
Powder- Some
people wear this on its own without any foundation however some use it to set
their makeup by putting it over liquid. This is a great option for oily skin
because it has oil-absorbing properties meaning it will help make your skin
more matte. You can either get it in a pressed or loose format; if you want the
quick and less messy option go for the pressed powder. When using powder on its
own the end result of powder can feel much lighter than liquid and give a matte
finish.
Pressed-
Used to touch up your foundation. Best option if you’re at school and you want
to pop into the toilets and quickly touch up. Apply this with a sponge or
brush.
Loose- Used
to fix makeup which helps it stay on for longer and helps matte shine on t-zone
(chin, nose and forehead). You have to be very careful with loose powder
because when you take the lid off it tends to go everywhere.
Mineral-
This type of foundation has recently became popular because of the natural ingredients
and end finish it gives. They are made of finely ground minerals from the earth
and it comes in a loose powder form. Because it is made from minerals and not
chemicals it is good for your skin and is the perfect option for sensitive
skin.
