Foundation is a unique product,which can hide all the flaws or, on the contrary, emphasize them so that no makeup will distract attention from problem skin. It is very important for girls to find a suitable product that will become a real assistant in the fight for natural beauty, and at the same time will not harm the epidermis.
Tonal basis: general recommendations
Today there is quite a largethe number of all sorts of companies producing foundations for dry, oily, combination, pale, tanned, problematic, pigmented skin, so choosing good creams, knowing certain rules, will not be difficult. Rule one: the shade should be natural Girls with a very dark, almost brown face and white neck, whose photos can be seen in the bottomless expanses of the Internet, cause genuine laughter in many representatives of the fair sex. But everyone knows the unspoken rule that the color of the foundation that is applied to the protruding areas of the face should not differ from your color, but, unfortunately, sometimes even experienced and professional makeup artists make such mistakes. So, how to choose the right shade? The easiest and most reliable way is to test the cosmetic product on yourself. To do this, apply a very thin layer of foundation on the chin, cheek or forehead, then wait a little. After five to ten minutes, the foundation will be absorbed and your skin will acquire the final color. Do not trust catalogs, as the result shown in the picture may differ greatly from what you actually get. Also, do not act in the old-fashioned way and do not test the product on your wrist or elbow, as was previously customary. All self-respecting manufacturers produce small disposable samples so that their customers can freely and without damaging their wallets finally decide on the tone. But it is better not to use reusable tubes, on which they write "Tester" in stores, since you are unlikely to know how long this product has been open, and who smeared their skin with it before you. But there is another little secret that very few people have heard of. You can apply a foundation that is one tone darker to the cheekbones and wings of the nose. Thus, if you do everything correctly, and do not just smear the foundation on the skin, your face will look like professional models in the photo, and not like an ordinary mask. If you have any difficulty deciding which foundation is best for your skin type, seek help from a professional. You may just need to experiment with several foundations, mix them together, to find your shade.
Rule two:Choose a product for your skin type Very often, the fair sex takes the most expensive or the first foundation that they come across, which was recommended to them by salespeople or friends, without paying attention to the fact that, for example, it is only suitable for dry or oily skin. Such a mistake can be very expensive, since an incorrectly selected foundation can aggravate the existing problem. It is very easy to determine what type of skin you have, just take a regular napkin, run it over your cheeks, nose, forehead, and then look at its surface. If the skin is dry, there will be no stains on the paper, but if it is oily, there will be streaks. Also, do not forget that at thirty and at forty-five, women need completely different cosmetics.
- Dry skin
After a frosty or hot day, you feelslight discomfort, does your skin feel tight, and do you want to wash your face constantly? Then you belong to this type and you need a foundation that will nourish, moisturize your skin, and will not allow moisture to leave the epidermis. Please note that it should be runny so that it is easier for you to apply it to the skin. Such a product usually contains hyaluronic acid, which in small quantities does not harm health. However, remember that after six to eight hours you need to wash off your makeup, as the pores begin to become very clogged with dust, dirt, etc., which leads to dryness, irritation, and acne.
- Oily skin
Girls of this type are constantlysuffer from skin shine and increased secretion. It is very difficult for them to choose a foundation, since after a couple of hours after application it loses its basic properties and rolls into lumps. When buying this cosmetic product, be sure to study its composition. A good foundation in this case should not contain oil, since it will not be absorbed. But the presence of special particles that absorb fat, on the contrary, is welcome. In consistency, it should be thick, dense. But you should show a little dexterity when applying such a foundation, otherwise your face will resemble a clay mask. To do this, use a special brush, and which one is better to give preference to, manufacturers usually indicate in their catalogs.
- Mixed type
This type is when the skin is dry on the cheeks andoily on the forehead, nasolabial folds, refers to a very large number of women (up to eighty percent). In order to achieve a positive result when using foundation, they have to show maximum patience and endurance. The best option in this case is to use two foundations that differ slightly in color. First, apply a darker product to the nose and cheekbones, then use a light foundation. This way, you will look very natural, no matter what makeup you apply.
- Mature skin
If you are well over, say, thirty, and you havethe first expression or age wrinkles begin to appear, use special foundation creams with a lifting effect. It not only masks all the imperfections very well, but also tightens fine wrinkles, thanks to which your skin will look young and beautiful for decades to come. Such foundations always contain glycolic acid, caffeine, plant extracts, which have a beneficial effect on the epidermis. However, be very careful, as in some cases an allergic reaction to such cosmetics may occur. Pre-test the foundation cream on a small area of the skin and, if there is no rash, itching or redness, feel free to use this product. Rule three: apply a dark and shimmery foundation not only to your face Remember that if you, for example, are going to a club and use a foundation for your evening makeup that is a tone or two different from your skin color, or a foundation with a shimmery effect, also apply the product to your ears, neck, décolleté and other exposed areas to look more natural. But do not forget that dark cream makes you look much older. Rule four: protect your skin first and foremost Ultraviolet light is not the epidermis’s best friend, even children know this. Sunbathing can lead to premature aging, skin cancer and other equally serious problems. Therefore, no matter what brand of foundation you choose, it should say “SPF 15” (or higher). In winter, you can use a product with minimal indicators (15), in summer, it is better to buy an option with increased protection. Rule number five: expensive, not always high quality Even if you are used to focusing primarily on the cost of products, be it cosmetics or ordinary things, then in this case pay attention to other indicators: composition, reviews of other girls, etc. Very often the price is influenced by the brand name, the country in which the foundation is made, and not by the effectiveness and efficiency. Of course, you should not go from one extreme to another and buy the cheapest product, as it may not be made from the best ingredients. Choose the golden mean, test, experiment, and ultimately you will choose the option that suits you.
Rule six:any cosmetic product has an expiration date The best product is the one that will not harm your health, but cosmetics that should have been in the trash a long time ago, but are still stored in your makeup bag just in case, contain toxins. Always check the expiration date, and this applies not only to foundation, but also to mascara, eyeshadow, powder, etc. When buying a foundation, be sure to check the production date, as well as how long it can be stored. Keep in mind that it is possible that at a certain time of year, for example, in winter, you may not use it, so you should definitely have at least six to seven months in stock.
How to fix the "wrong" basis
Often, foundation bought in the summer does notsuitable at other times of the year, when the skin is not so tanned. If the shade differs by only two tones, this problem can be easily eliminated, but if more - leave the cosmetic product until better times, when you, for example, visit a solarium or go to the beach. To achieve the desired color, mix the base with a lighter or darker foundation, depending on the desired result. However, remember that you can only combine such products if they are from the same manufacturer, otherwise the interaction of two completely different products can cause an allergic reaction. But the likelihood that you will be able to choose the right proportions the first time is quite low. The situation is even worse if you have chosen the wrong shade, which takes on a yellow or pink color on the skin. A non-professional will not be able to guess which foundation is best to dilute it with, and in case of an unsuccessful experiment, your face will look unhealthy, lemon, like those of patients with jaundice, or pink, like after frost. A thick foundation that lays on unevenly, which can make it look like a mask, should be diluted with a regular day cream, but only if you don’t have oily skin. You can also use a damp sponge, which will help apply the foundation in a thinner layer. We recommend reading:
