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The Best Makeup Foundation for Bold New Looks

A dedicated skincare routine certainly helps to make your skin look flawless. However, sometimes a really good foundation is the unsung hero behind that pristine glow. Foundation comes in different forms that can be used on various skin types. You’ll achieve a flawless makeup look with our foundations available in various shades sure to match your skin tone!

What is Makeup Foundation?

Foundation is exactly what its name suggests: the base upon which you'll build your entire makeup look. When applied to the face, it brings an even color to your complexion and helps cover up blemishes. Some foundations also function as a moisturizer, sunscreen, or base layer for more complex cosmetics. Just a touch of the right foundation can even skin tone, enhance your radiance, and provide a smooth canvas for the rest of your makeup routine.

Types of Makeup Foundations

Our foundation options provide the perfect light, medium and full coverage for any occasion. Whether you’re going out with friends for a night on the town, headed to the office, just going for an everyday look, these foundations will leave you feeling confident and looking your absolute best. If you’re not sure what type of foundation is best for you, here are a few options to get you started:

  • Stick Foundation: Stick foundations are essentially cream-based foundations that have been pressed into a stick format. While they can be applied directly from the stick, you can use either a brush or a sponge to blend them in.
  • Cream Foundation: Dry skin prefers hydrating foundations in order to maintain a glow and fight flakiness. Perfect for dry skin, cream foundations can last for hours without creasing or caking.
  • Powder Foundation: Oily skin responds well to mattifying foundations that counter shininess and oil production. Powder foundation is ideal for those with oily skin because it can soak up the excess oil secreted by your skin. These types of foundations are best applied with a brush or sponge.
  • Liquid Foundation: Liquid foundation caters to all skin types and typically comes in a matte or dewy finish. It’s a great choice for beginners since it’s easy to apply with sponges, brushes, and even your fingers.

How to Find Your Foundation Shade

Skin tones are split into three main categories: light, medium, and deep. Skin undertones refer to the color that comes through the skin from underneath its surface and it comes in three types: warm, neutral, and cool.

You can do a quick test to find your undertone by either checking the color of your veins or seeing how your skin reacts to the sun. Once you know your skin color and undertone, it’s easy to find your foundation shade.

If you have a few options on hand, start by dabbing a bit of each shade onto your jawline. Be sure to check that the foundation will be able to blend seamlessly with your face and neck. If you don’t notice any difference between your foundation and skin, then that’s likely the right foundation for you. You can repeat this process going lighter or darker until you find the perfect shade that you’re looking for.

How to Apply Foundation

Foundation can be applied in three easy steps. Here’s how it’s done:

  1. Start with a clean canvas - Be sure to apply a gentle cleanser or moisturizer to prime and prep your face. This way, your foundation will blend better into clean, hydrated skin.
  2. Apply a primer - Primer creates a strong surface for foundation to grip onto so that your makeup look lasts longer. Simply squeeze a dime-sized amount onto your fingertips and blend it in.
  3. Add your foundation - Whether you’re using a liquid, powder, or stick foundation, it’s easy to apply. Opt for a duo fiber brush or a large powder brush and swipe the product onto your face in large, circular motions.
  4. Set your face makeup - This step is optional but it’s a great way to properly set your face so that you look fresh and flawless all day long. Either a setting powder or powder puff will ensure a light finish.

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