10 Tips for Choosing Foundation

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The first thing you need to start choosing your perfect foundation is the texture. It affects the convenience of applying a cosmetic product, its safety for the skin and durability. The following types of tonal bases are on sale:

Cream camouflage

Dense concealer consisting of pigments, waxes and silicone additives. It has an excellent masking ability, so these basics will suit girls with problematic skin. They erase scars, pigmentation, birthmarks, acne and other dermatological defects. As for the minuses, camouflage is difficult to apply, but they are very resistant and guaranteed to last more than 24 hours.

Liquid base

Traditional tonal creams that have a huge plus over other textures - the liquid base is neatly applied to any skin type, does not crumble and leaves no visible transitions (of course, provided the correct selection of colors). The more coloring pigments are included in its composition, the thicker and heavier the product is by consistency.

Tonal mousse

If you are looking for a weightless and airy texture of the cream, then the best choice is mousse. It perfectly aligns the skin relief, but its masking abilities are minimal. Mousse is not completely clogged and does not create the effect of the film. There are no additional components in its composition (for example, silicones), therefore such lightness is achieved. Tonal mousse is the perfect choice for girls with clear skin who need a simple alignment of her tone, rather than hiding acne, moles and other imperfections.

Cream fluid

If you prefer a natural make-up, then tone tone moisturizer will help to maintain the nude style. It is created on the basis of actively nourishing components, therefore it will suit owners of dry, delicate and sensitive skin. We recommend choosing it for daily use in the hot season. The only minus of the cream-fluid is the minimum masking ability. Tonal moisturizer will not suit you if your skin has rashes, redness or peeling.

Tonal sticks

If you are looking for a tool that has the best masking properties, but do not want to use too dense camouflage, then stop choosing a compact stick. It is perfect for problem skin, but not for permanent use. As part of the stick there is a large amount of fatty components, clogged in the pores and not allowing them to "breathe."

Cream powder

Favorite cosmetic product of many girls, used to even out skin tone and to mask minor defects. Keep in mind that the powder quickly peels off, but it has no other disadvantages. The composition of the product includes adsorbing substances that absorb secreted sebum. A great choice for light day makeup.

The hue of the tone base is always indicated on the package as a combination of numbers (for example, 01, 02, etc.) or markings. There are the following notes:

• fair - very bright,
• light - light
• medium - medium,
• tan is dark.

For girls whose skin has a beige tint, it is better to stop focusing on light bases with a pinkish or slightly yellowish tone. If you have an almost white face, then pick up an ivory-colored cream, and use denser correctors to mask the imperfections. We advise owners of dark olive skin to buy beige-colored cosmetic products and the same powder.

The next important criterion that is important to consider when selecting a foundation is your skin type. Universal cosmetics do not exist, so when you purchase must proceed from their individual characteristics.

For dry skin

Your ideal choice is tonal foundations with the words “hydrating”, “moisturizing” or “radiant”. In their composition there are elements that provide deep nourishment and hydration. By the way, for dry skin, in addition to the usual liquid tone foundation, suitable cream powder, which is easy to apply and does not dry at all.

For oily skin

Look for an oil-free (“no oil”), oil control (matte) label on the cosmetic packaging. It is excellent if natural extracts are included in the tonal composition, but we recommend avoiding oils and oily bases. The best textures: fluid, cushion or stick.

For mixed skin

Finding the right approach to combination skin is the hardest. Choose a tonal tool that will simultaneously have a weightless structure, but at the same time leave a moisturizing or matting effect. Refuse oil-based creams, the best solution is cushion. However, keep in mind that such products are poorly resistant, so you will have to carry them with you in a cosmetic bag.

For problem skin

To mask the flaws, select creams with high overlapping ability. However, the tonalna should not be too tight, otherwise it will become clogged in the pores. When buying, see if there is an SPF filter that protects the skin from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. Look for creams that say "non-comedogenic" or "hypoallergenic."

The foundation can not only be applied comfortably, it is easy to shade and to mask the imperfections of your skin well. What else could he be?

Moisturizing

The composition of many tonal bases includes nutrients that are recommended for aged skin. This tonalnik will easily hide flaking, redness and even wrinkles, and vitamin E and rich mineral oils will take care of the condition of your face throughout the day.

Sunscreen

Owners of very light or sensitive skin are perfectly suited for tonal foundations with an SPF filter, and its rate can be either 15 or 35. Use this cream not only on summer days, but also in overcast autumn weather, because our skin is at any time of the year exposed to sunlight.

Masking

On sale are the tonal tools with different masking abilities. Most products hide about 60% of imperfections, but you can find those that give a stronger effect. With their help, it will be possible to disguise not only acne, rashes or other redness, but also tattoos. Keep in mind that very dense tonal bases will have to be applied not only to the face, but also to the neck, in order to hide the transition.

How the foundation looks on your face depends on its finish. On sale is found:

Matting agent

A real find for those who do not know how to cope with greasy shine. Foundation cream with matting effect allows you to get a perfectly smooth base, the resistance of which reaches 12 or more hours. The composition of such products include absorbent substances that absorb excess excess subcutaneous fat. For applying matte creams be sure to use a sponge or sponge.

With reflective particles

The best solution for dim day makeup.Tonal framework with reflective particles looks great on the face, creating a fairly dense coating. The main thing is to test this cream so that your face does not look too shiny later. If you neglect this rule, then before applying, combine a matte and reflective agent.

Buying a foundation, make sure that you know how and what to put it. If you have clear skin without obvious imperfections, then you can distribute the fluid with your fingers, and then correct the obvious transitions with a special pad.

Another thing is dense tonal bases (sticks, camouflage, etc.), they are recommended to be applied with a special brush. It must be small and have a dense packing of natural or artificial lint, otherwise it will not be possible to distribute the cream gently.

Foundation creams are applied using the sponge that comes with it. However, it leaves a very dense layer on the skin, so we recommend you choose a fluffy brush in advance, preferably made of synthetic nap.

Unfortunately, when buying a tonal foundation, many girls do not pay attention to its composition. However, this is one of the key criteria for choosing the right cosmetic product. For example, it is not recommended to buy foundation creams, whose composition is more than 50% composed of silicones. They will become clogged in the pores of the skin, making it difficult for the cells to function and prevent free air circulation.

Your choice is a tonal framework containing:

• hyaluronic acid
• collagen derivatives,
• vitamins A, E and C,
• peptides
• plant extracts,
• oils.

Be sure to consider the individual characteristics of your body: allergic reactions or intolerance to individual components.

To choose the right foundation for everyday use, follow a few helpful tips. First, select at least 3 shades of the future base, matching in color and texture, and then decide between them.

Second, apply the product to different areas. Do not test it on your wrist, this is a common mistake women make when choosing. Try to put the tonal on one side of the face, leaving the other intact, so that you can compare before and after.

Thirdly, change your usual cream twice a year. In the summertime, apply light and weightless structures that are practically not felt on the skin. In winter, the tone of the face becomes lighter, as the tan disappears, and therefore it is necessary to change the color of the foundation.

The palette of tonal creams is represented by a huge number of categories: from budget to luxury. The cost of the basics originates from 150 rubles. and reaches 10,000 rubles. and higher. The price of the tonal tool is not a key guideline when choosing it. The main thing is that it suits you in color and texture. However, the more expensive the product, the longer it will remain on the face, the better it hides the imperfections and the easier it is to apply.

Tonal creams from Russian and foreign manufacturers are on sale, with some cosmetic brands operating for over a hundred years. The customers have developed a special confidence in the products of these firms.

Best manufacturers:

• Estee Lauder
• Max Factor,
• Maybelline
• Dior,
• Clinique,
• Bobbi Brown,
• Lancome
• Bourjois.

Remember that the right tone foundation is the key to your perfect makeup!