How to choose the right foundation:

As I mentioned earlier, foundation can be one of the trickiest part of any makeup look. Choosing the right shade and formula of your foundation is just as important as how you apply it.

So, how do you choose the right foundation? I think the most important things to remember when choosing a foundation are:

• Your shade range
• Your undertone
• Your skin type

Knowing these three things will determine what kind of foundation would suit you best.

• Your shade range: There are three main shade categories. These are light, medium, and dark. Knowing in which category you fall is essential for picking a foundation as this will determine what shade would be the best.

• Your underdone: A skin undertone is the tone/color that is beneath your skin. Your skin color may change during seasons, but your undertone does not. There are three types of skin undertones. These are, yellow, neutral, and pink. Knowing which undertone you have is essential for picking any foundation because it will complement your sin and it will look a lot better. It is really easy to tell if you have a foundation with the wrong undertone.

Example: If you have a yellow undertone, look for foundations that look a little more golden than pink.

• Your skin type: Knowing your skin type will be very beneficial when picking the right foundation. The three main skin types are dry, normal, and oily. The consistency of the foundation should complement your skin type.

Dry skin: If you have dry skin, look for liquid foundations that claim a dewy, natural look. Matte foundations won’t work for you as they will accentuate your dry spots. Stay away from matte and powder foundations.

Normal skin: This is the easiest skin type to work with. It all depends on what you like. If you prefer a more natural look, opt for liquid foundations. If you want a full coverage and matte look, then look for powder/cream foundations that aren’t too heavy on the skin.

Oily skin: If you have oily skin, it is best that you stay with long-wearing, matte foundations. Powder finishes are the best for you because they will control the shine on your skin. You can also choose cream/whipped foundations that are light and don’t feel heavy on the skin. Stay away from liquid foundations that give dewy finishes.