Friday, March 18, 2011

Types of Make Up Foundations





There are 5 main textures of foundations . Each one is specially formulated to meet the needs of specific skin types.


1. Cream Foundation is ideal for : Normal , combination and dry skin. It is especially well suited for women with uneven pigmentation , or those requiring a heavier coverage.


     Coverage : Medium to full


     Finish : Dewy



    What it does : Covers and conceals discolourations  and imperfections on the skin providing a flawless finish.




2. Liquid Foundation is ideal for  : All skin types . It is especially well suited for dry or mature skin 


   Coverage : Light to medium


   Finish : Dewy , satin or matte depending on the formulation 


  What it does : Evens out the skin tone by smoothing out any unevenness. It also provides added moisture to  the skin 


   Application : Use a makeup sponge  or a foundation brush 




3. Pressed powder foundation is ideal for : Oily skin 


   Coverage : Light to medium
   
   Finish : Matte


   What it does  : Evens the skin tone , hides the imperfections and absorbs excess oil .


  Application : Use a powder brush . The denser the bristles , the more product will be deposited on the skin .




4. Mineral Foundation is ideal for : All skin types ( except oily). It is especially well suited for those with sensitive skin or rosacea.


   Coverage : Light to medium


   Finish : Matte


   What it does  : Evens the skin tone , moisturizes , protects and absorbs excess oil .


  Application : Use a Kabuki brush to buff it on 




5. Tinted Moisturizer is ideal for : Normal and dry skin . It is especially well suited for those who need the extra hydration and just a touch of color to pull everything together.


   Coverage :Sheer to light 


  What it does : Lightly evens out the skin tone , while giving a true " no makeup " look .


   Application : Use a foundation brush 


Whatever your skin type , you have a variety of choices. Pick the one that is best for you and start reaping the benefits today.

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