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Foundation is a staple makeup product for a reason.
It can help cover breakouts, even out skin tone and give you aglowy complexionwithout the sun exposure.
Think about your issue and work with it, not against it, Menard says.
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The mainskin typesare dry, oily and combination.
You may also want to keep in mind other specificities such as dullness, dehydration, breakouts and sensitivity.
I recommend looking at the exposed areas of the body first, Henao says.
Your face needs to match your body.
If none of the colors associated with undertones stand out as obvious, you have neutral undertones.
Unless youre going for a particularly matte look,liquid or cream is usually a good place to start.
I love the finish aliquid foundationgives the skin, Henao says.
a dry and cool environmentas powder turns darker when it gets wet.
(Noncomedogenic means a product is formulated to not clog your pores.)
you could also find makeup with active, acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid.
There are very few moments where anyone needs a full-coverage foundation, Henao says.
you might achieve various texture finishes within each level of coveragewhether fuller or more sheer.
Try the foundation samples that come with your purchases and consider trial sizes when available.
Its so important to constantly shop, Henao says.
Sample different foundations when you run out!
check that yourapplication methodis right for your desired result.
Try mixing your foundation with other products to slightly alter the shade.
Lighter foundation or concealer, primer, moisturizer and powder can also make your foundation color go lighter.
