How to make your foundation look like skin every day!

The foundation is the canvas upon which the rest of your makeup depends. A well-applied foundation can beautify your natural beauty, providing a smooth and flawless base for the rest of your makeup routine. Foundation application depends on whether you are staying indoors or outdoors. It might look different indoors and different outdoors. Follow these steps; I am sure you will feel your skin differently after your foundation application.

Step 1: Exfoliation:

Never underestimate the power of skincare. To make your foundation look smoother you need to reduce puffiness from your skin. You have to start with proper skincare according to your skin type. Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells, creating a smoother surface for your foundation to adhere to. Use a gentle facial scrub to slough off any dry or flaky skin, paying extra attention to areas prone to roughness, such as the nose and forehead.

If you are new to exfoliation start by using mild exfoliators which are not harsh to the skin. You will immediately see the difference after exfoliation with a squeaky clean and glowing skin. The best exfoliating ingredients are gentle ingredients that softly exfoliate your skin without disrupting your skin health. The best exfoliating ingredients will vary depending on skin type if you want daily exfoliation such as Glycolic Acid (AHA) Lactic Acid (AHA) Salicylic Acid (BHA). Consult your dermatologist before investing in these kinds of acids and educate yourself.

Pro Tip: Incorporate exfoliation into your skincare routine 2-3 times a week to maintain a consistently smooth canvas for your foundation.

Step 2: Deep Moisturize:

Hydration is an important step before any makeup application. You can skip exfoliation but you can’t risk your skin by putting makeup without moisturizing it. Before reaching for your foundation, apply a lightweight, hydrating moisturizer to replenish your skin’s moisture levels. This step not only ensures a smoother application but also helps prevent your foundation from clinging to dry patches (if any).

Pro tip: Choose a moisturizer that suits your skin type – whether it’s normal, oily, dry, or combination, sensitive, to create an ideal base for your foundation.

Step 3: Never forget a Primer:

These days Primer is also added as a step in the skincare routine. The secret to long-lasting and flawless foundation lies in applying a good quality primer. Primer not only smoothens out the skin but also provides a barrier between your skin and your foundation, preventing it from settling in fine lines and pores. Apply a small amount of primer evenly across your face, focusing on targeted areas where makeup tends to wear off more quickly.

Pro Tip: Opt for a primer that targets specific skin concerns, such as pore-filling primers like Benefit Cosmetics pore filler primer, Nyx Cosmetics pore filler primer, Pac Cosmetics pore filler primer, etc. for a smoother appearance, or illuminating primers for a radiant glow. Mac Cosmetics, Kay Beauty, Rare Beauty, Pac Cosmetics, or even affordable brands such as Mars Cosmetics, and Swiss Beauty(I should get a PR from Swiss Beauty as I have promoted enough in my blog 😂) have great options.

Step 4: Skip Foundation Use Concealer/Skin tints:

There is no harm in not using foundation if you want light coverage or skin-like coverage. The market is filled with sheer coverage foundations, skin tints, BB creams, or even you can use just Concealer if you want less coverage. Dab concealer on areas that need extra coverage, such as blemishes, redness, or dark circles, and blend gently with a makeup sponge or your fingertip.

Step 5: Set it right in place:

To ensure your foundation stays in place throughout the day, set it with a lightweight, translucent powder. This step not only increases the longevity of your makeup but also helps control excess shine, especially in the T-zone. Use a fluffy brush to apply the powder lightly, focusing on areas prone to oiliness. Being a dry-skinned person, I restrict my powder to the areas where I need a setting like under the eyes, and around the mouth. I skip powder for my whole face or I just apply very lightweight powder with a brush.

Pro Tip: If you have dry skin, consider using a setting spray instead of powder to set your foundation for a dewy finish.

Step 6: Touch Ups to go:

This is just an additional step to make your base fresh every time. Maintaining a flawless foundation look all day may require some touch-ups, depending on your skin type and the conditions you’re in. Keep a compact with a powder puff or big powder brush or even blotting papers in your bag for quick touch-ups to combat shine or re-blend any areas that may need attention. Setting sprays or face mists also helps in making the base stay flawless whole day long.

To Conclude:

Achieving a flawless fresh look the whole day is not as challenging as it seems. With a commitment to a well-rounded skincare routine and the application of appropriate makeup techniques, achieving this coveted look becomes entirely attainable. By incorporating these above techniques, I am sure you will easily get used to such a perfect fresh look every time. Stay on Beautyspade for such tips and tricks and more makeup-related talks!