How To Apply Foundation?

Do you find applying makeup daunting? Actually, with just a little practice, you will be able to do it very well - in fact, even without giving it much thought. Perhaps in your quest for the perfect look, you keep searching for the right foundation. Well, if this and other questions about applying foundation have been bothering you, here's some help.

Basically, the right foundation will give an even look to your skin and give the appearance of flawless skin. But to achieve this look, you have to do it right or you risk looking like a clown. Wash your hands and face and then apply a moisturizing sunscreen that suits your skin type. See that your skin is well hydrated so that the foundation gives you a smooth look. Now, allow the moisturizer to set for a few minutes and then wipe off any excess moisturizer with a tissue. If you have oily skin, it will make the foundation slip and slide.

To camouflage your dark, under-eye circles, use a concealer. With the help of a makeup sponge or your fingertips, dot foundation on your cheeks, chin, forehead and tip of the nose. Now, blend the dots together with the help of your sponge or fingertips.

Take care to see that your hairline and jaw line do not have an obvious line where the foundation ends. Don't try to pull or stretch the skin. Be careful in the area around your eyes where the skin is very thin and fragile. Apply foundation on your eyelids and lips too. Top up the foundation with loose powder.

Tips:

• Don't apply foundation all over your face but only on those areas that need to be covered, such as around your eyes and nose and on your chin.
• Try using tinted moisturizers if your complexion is dewy, and you're really looking out for a light, sheer wash to even out the blotchiness.
• For long-lasting foundation, apply a base of foundation and then moisturizer. If you don't do this, your dry skin will soak up the foundation; and if you have oily skin, go in for an oil-free moisturizer and powder foundation.
• On hot days, to keep your foundation in place, use a loose powder and puff in the morning and do regular touchups throughout the day.
• For an evening do blend together some shimmer powder with your powder and put it where it can catch the light, such as the bridge of the nose, below the brow bone, the temples, cheekbone, chin and shoulders.
• Use foundation in combination with a sunscreen with SPF of at least 15 to prevent sun damage and early aging of the skin.
• If the color of your skin changes, change your foundation shade.
• Once you finish applying foundation, stand near a window to see if it looks natural.

Now that you have learnt the tricks of applying foundation, slap it on and go out and impress the world.