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Foundation 101: How to apply foundation
Applying foundation can be tricky. What Not to Wear's celebrity makeup artist Carmindy gives tips on choosing and how to apply the perfect type of foundation for your skin type.
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Cream foundation
Best for older skin and darker skin tones. Liquid formulas can fade away on dark complexions or older skin that may need extra coverage, but because creams don't soak into skin, the pigments in cream foundations stay truer longer. This category of foundation includes creams, sticks, and cream-to-powder formulas. Since they are usually oil based they are a good option for very dry skins. Carefully blend in cream foundations so they don't look "thick" on your skin. Take your time and work in good light to ensure you don't leave any demarcation lines.
Mineral powder foundation
Best for sensitive skin. Mineral powder foundations get their coloring and full coverage from crushed natural earth minerals, such as zinc or iron oxides, and contain no chemical dyes, waxes, or preservatives, making them ideal for sensitive skin. You can swirl them on in layers for more coverage. They can be a bit chalky-looking on dry skin.
Aerosol spray foundations
Best for skin that needs a little extra coverage but with staying power. Aerosol spray foundations started as a makeup artist's trick (airbrushing body foundation onto bikini models for flawless results), and are now offered by some beauty brands for the face. The refined mist gives you a flawless crease-free coverage that lasts all day. You can control the amount of coverage by using different application techniques. For heavier coverage, spray directly onto the face. For a more sheer look, spray it on a sponge that has been dipped into a little moisturizer, then apply. This is one of my favorite ways to create perfect looking skin.
Excerpted from The 5-Minute Face by Carmindy. Copyright(c) 2007by Carmindy. Published by arrangement with HarperCollins Publishers.
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