Foundation Tips

Choosing a New Foundation :
Are you a little nervous when it comes time to buy a new bottle of foundation and you don't have a clue what color will work for you simply by looking at the color through the bottle? That happened to me and I used this trick. Take your old bottle with you and use it to match the color on the new foundation. Simply hold the old bottle up to the new brand and find a match. Couldn't be simpler.

Foundation and Streaks :
Be sure to blend, blend, blend. Special areas to watch is the hair and jaw line. And be sure that your face isn't one color and your neck another.

Freckles :
If your freckles are light, don't even try to cover them up. Show them off by using a sheer foundation. If you happen to have the darker ones that you just can't live with, choose a cream foundation to cover and even out skin tones.

Getting Your Skin Ready For Foundation :
Foundation flows on more smoothly if you have a layer of moisturizer already in place.

Ruddy Skin Tones :
You can tone down a ruddy complexion with a beige foundation

Setting Foundation :
Loose powder appliec generously with a puff and then brush off the excess with a large natural bristled brush will set your foundation for several hours.

Sponges Wet or Dry :
I always apply foundation with a wet sea sponge. I like this variety even more than the little wedges that are available. When wet, the sponge promises a sheer layer of coverage. Try it both ways, and see which you prefer.

Summer Foundation vs. Winter Foundation :
You will no doubt find that the shade of foundation that matches your skin color will change with the seasons. You might want to invest in a Bronzing Liquid that you can mix into your "winter foundation" so that it will match your tan. And don't mix it in the bottle. Pour a little into your hand and mix it there.

Where Do You Apply Foundation :
It is not necessary to cover your entire face. Dot it only in the areas you might need it. In most cases, you will find areas of you face that are different shades. Your foundation will even them out.