Choosing The Right Foundation For Your Skin Type
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Foundation is the second layer of our skin that makes us feel good about ourselves. There’s really no rules for applying makeup, but matching the right foundation for your skin type is important. With so many shades available, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. In this blog, we’ll talk about the steps in finding the right foundation for your skin to help you achieve a perfect look.
Identify your skin type:
Normal - balanced and smooth. Rare breakouts.
Oily - shiny, enlarged pores, acne-prone. Breakouts are common.
Dry - Tight, rough and dull. Not to be confused with dehydrated skin. Dry means your skin lacks oil, while dehydrated is a temporary skin condition due to lack of water.
Combination - mix of oily and dry skin. T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) are shiny while cheeks are dry.
Sensitive - redness, itching or irritation occurs
Know your undertone:
Ruddy (Light complected) Red
Sallow (Light complected) Yellow
Light Olive (Light complected) Green
Copper (Dark complected) Red
Golden (Dark complected) Yellow
Dark Olive (Dark complected) Green
Choose the right foundation type:
Water based foundation- Normal, Combination, Oily, Problem
Oil based foundation- Dry
Creme based foundation- Dry/Dehydrated
Choose your coverage level:
Light - natural, everyday look
Medium - evens skin tone
Full - covers acne, pigmentation and scars
Pick the right finish:
Matte - controls shine
Dewy - glowy, youthful look
Satin - natural, skin-like balance
By understanding your skin type, choosing the right foundation becomes easier! Know that your shade changes between summer and winter. Book a Custom Blend Foundation appointment or take our Custom Blend Foundation and Powder class to keep up with your seasonal shade! Remember that the perfect foundation should enhance your natural beauty, not hide it!
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