Beauty Wardrobes buying guide
Foundation wardrobe
Finding the right foundation can be every girl?s beauty-mare. There?s so much to think about. What is your skin type? Are you oily? Dry? Combination? What type of coverage do you want? Full coverage? A sheer complexion? Natural radiance? To help you here?s a pick of the best to help you achieve a dewy flawless canvas.
Tinted moisturizers are a great option if you don?t need a lot of coverage but do want to even out your skin tone and relieve dry skin. The slight hint of foundation gives just the right amount of colour coverage whilst the moisturising formula nourishes, softens and protects the skin.
We love:
> Hydra Care Tinted Moisturiser by Clarins
> Tinted Moisturiser SPF 20 by Natio
> Fresh Complexion Tinted Moisturiser by Caudalie
Liquid foundation is a popular option as the smooth silk like consistency glides effortlessly onto the skin and easily blends.
We love:
> Rich Liquid Foundation by Illamsqua
> Absolue Foundation by Lancôme
Cream foundations come in a compact or stick and are a great handbag must-have if you?re on-the-go. Both options not only act as a foundation but can be used as a concealer and corrector to even out the skin tone.
We love:
> Illamasqua
> Color Ideal Compact Case Foundation by Lancôme
> Resilience Lift Extreme Ultra Firming Creme Compact Makeup SPF 15 by Estee Lauder
Cream-to-powder foundations go on as a liquid and then dries to give a powder finish. The lightweight formula gives you versatility to build on, going from light to full coverage without the need for powder.
We love:
> Chanel Teint Innocence
> Matissime Foundation by Givenchy
> Powder Foundation by Illamasqua
> Surreal cream to powder foundation compact by Urban Decay
> Some kind-a gorgeous by Benefit
Concealers are particularly good for problem areas such as under the eyes and to hide pimples and spots. For best results apply before foundation.
We love:
> Estée Lauder Ideal Light Brush-on Illuminator
> Airbrush Concealer for All skin types by Clinique
> Diorskin Sculpt - Smoothing Lifting Concealer
> Max cover concealer by Elizabeth Arden
> Touche eclat by Yves Saint Laurent
> La Touche Pro Concealer by Lanc?me
Mineral foundation is the new skin-loving makeup option. Made from pure natural ingredients including vitamins and SPF formulas, mineral makeup is ideal for those with allergies or sensitive skin. The loose powder gives you the control to build up layers of powder for a soft look and a natural appearance.
We love:
> bareMinerals SPF15 Foundation
> Urban Decay's Surreal Skin Mineral foundation
> Elizabeth Arden's Pure Finish Mineral Foundation
> Estée Lauder's Nutritious Vita-Mineral foundation
> Clinique's Redness Solutions Instant Relief Mineral Powder
For the day, opt for foundations with long lasting formulas. When you're busy, busy, busy you need a foundation that has ultimate staying power with a natural dewy finish.
We love:
> Estée Lauder's Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
> Clarins Everlasting foundation
For the night and special occasions opt for a foundation that gives high definition and a professional make-up artist finish.
We love:
> Perfect Touch Foundation from Yves Saint Laurent's Top Secret's range
> Photo Perfexion Foundation by Givenchy?s Photo Perfexion foundation
When testing for foundation colour stand in natural light for the best result.
Try the colour on your jawline to see how the colour matches your face and neckline. Testing on the back of your hands will not be accurate.
Foundation should be applied to the areas that need it the most. For instance your T-zone, nose, eyes and chin.
Blend properly around the face and neck. For best results use a foundation brush or sponge.
For a fabulous day look opt for a matte foundation and for a glam night look opt for a foundation with a slight shimmer.
