Some common foundation mistakes that
ruin your makeup
Avoid these pitfalls for a flawless-looking
base…
1. You’re not picking the right
foundation shade
From
being too orange to make your complexion look grey; the wrong foundation shade
can completely ruin your makeup look. Therefore, it’s important to make sure
your base is the perfect match for your skin tone.
The
best way to test a foundation shade is in natural daylight, test it from the
top of your cheek to your jawline to ensure it's the perfect tone throughout
the face
It’s
also handy to let the strip sit on your skin for a little while, as some
foundations tend to oxidise on the skin, making them change in color.
2. You apply too much foundation
Many
of us think that we should apply thick layer of foundation all over the face,
but this isn’t actually the case, foundation should only be applied where
needed. It is used to even out the skin tone and applied directly to the areas
of concern (redness, pigmentation, shadows and blemishes) then blended out
across the good skin,”
However,
make sure you always go in with a light hand .Foundation should be buffed into
the skin so that the texture of the skin can be seen.
3. You don’t prep your skin properly
before applying foundation
Ensuring
your skin is prepped properly will make it easier to achieve a flawless finish.
If your skin is dry, foundation can cling to the skin and settle into patches. Foundation
blends much smoothly onto well prepped skin.”
When
it comes to applying your makeup, one key tip is to be patient.
Additionally,
if you have a special event in the evening, don’t feel the need to overload
your skin. If you are retouching your foundation at the end of the day, a light
spritz of a hydrating skin spray first will prep and pep up the skin surface so
the fresh application of foundation will blend easily in; avoiding a thick,
cakey base.
5. You don’t apply primer before your
foundation
Primer
is important to ensure your make not only lasts all day, but that it looks fresh
throughout too. Primer acts as a barrier between skin and makeup, so if you
have an oily skin it will stop the oil from seeping through and making make-up
slide.If your skin is dry, it will stop your skin from almost drinking the
foundation which can make skin look patchy and uneven.
6.
You don’t set your makeup properly
Setting
your makeup is important to ensuring that your base lasts all day. Normally we
use a powder puff and press a loose powder into the T-zone as this is the most oily
area.
But
if unwanted shine does rear its head around the face, make sure you have
blotting paper to hand. We prefer to used blotting paper to remove excess
dewiness while avoiding adding another layer of a product to your skin.
7. Your foundation doesn’t match your
neck
Most
of us are told that we should be blending our foundation down our necks, but
this isn’t actually the case.
If
you are choosing the correct shade of foundation you shouldn’t need to take it
down onto the neck.
The
skin tone needs to match so you are looking flawless and glowing all over, not
just literally ‘wearing a mask’”.
There
is nothing worse than having the face one shade and the neck another. But
neither do we want makeup all over our necklines and collars. So we would
suggest always matching your foundation to your skin on your cheek near the
jawline.
8. You’re not using the right tools to
apply your foundation
It’s
important to consider which tools work best with the type of foundation that
you’re using.
Some
people find brushes give you the best application they don't soak up product like
sponges tend to which also make them the most hygienic.
However
a beauty blender also helps us to apply smooth foundation.
However,
it’s important to take a few extra steps to ensure your finish is as flawless
as can be.
Nothing
imitates skin more than your own hands, so by pressing the face gently this
will melt the makeup into the face for an even more natural look.
.
10. You don’t consider the best
formula for your skin type
The
shops are overflowing with various foundation formulas, from liquids and
powders to mousses and gels. However, your money could be going to waste if the
formula doesn’t sit well with your skin type.
For
dry skin, always opt for liquid or cream products, these give so much hydration
and lock moisture into the skin for all day wear.
For
oily/ combination skin types, opt for powder or oil-free/water-based liquids.
These are perfect for absorbing excess oil and balance the skin throughout the
day. Water-based products are important because they boost the water in the
skin which in turn balances oil and controls it.
From
matte or satin to dewy or sheer; there’s a range of foundation finishes
available on the market.
Most
oily skins prefer a matte finish, and drier skins prefer a dewy look, but
what's great is that you can get any look you want as long as the products are
best for your skin type.”
When
selecting your preferred finish, we think it's important to recognise if your
skin is oily or dry, then use products to give the look you want that work best
on those areas. For instance when looking at highlighters, people with dry skin
should opt for liquid formulas and people with oily skin should opt for
powders.
11. You’re not cleaning your tools
often enough
Neglecting
to clean your foundation tools can cause bacteria to spread, which consequently
results in spots and a dull complexion. We recommend washing your brushes and
sponges after every use.
We
use an antibacterial washing up liquid as it will remove the oil from the
foundation easily. Foundation brushes should be synthetic so washing these in
washing up liquid is fine. For real hair brushes you should treat them like hair
and shampoo and condition.
A
clogged brush or beauty blender does not perform as efficiently as a clean one.
We at Gracious Avatar will help you to
understand how to evaluate yourself in terms of appearance and we also offer
self-grooming courses along with makeup artistry course.
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