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The right primer and foundation are the secrets to a fl awless complexion. VDL has a range of them to suit all concerns, and they boast Lumilayer technology for brighter, more even skin.

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The right primer and foundation are the secrets to a fl awless complexion. VDL has a range of them to suit all concerns, and they boast Lumilayer technology for brighter, more even skin.

Some women love bold lipstick, some are eyeshadow fans, and others prefer a natural look. But everyone wants a flawless complexion – blemish-free, well hydrated, bright and even, yet still looking like natural skin.
    
Few women are lucky enough to have such a complexion naturally, and that’s where makeup comes in. Primer can brighten and smooth skin to create a lasting base, while foundation corrects, conceals and evens out tone.

VDL has a range of primers and foundations with Lumilayer technology. This is a combination of red and blue light pigments which creates a violet hue that makes skin look more radiant.

FLUID BENEFITS
VDL’s primers cater to different skin types and user preferences. The brand has two liquid primers: Lumilayer Primer and Lumilayer Primer Fresh ($36 for 30ml each). Th e former is designed to create a contoured, more three-dimensional look by reflecting light at different angles. It suits all skin types and can be mixed into foundation. Th e latter is for drier skin as it contains a moisturising essence whose molecules are encapsulated within oil bubbles that burst on contact with skin for intense hydration.

OUT AND ABOUT
For women on the go, there’s Lumilayer All Over Stick ($35 for 8g). It’s a primer in balm stick form, making it easy to put on when you’re out and about. It melts into skin on application without feeling oily or sticky, and its white and gold pigments brighten and impart a warm glow. Another option for busy women is Lumilayer Metal Cushion Primer ($63 for the compact and two 15g refills). Its metal plate keeps the primer cool, so it feels fresh on application. It also has hydrating, brightening and anti-wrinkle ingredients.

FLAWLESS FINISH
To complete your look, there’s Perfecting Last Stick Foundation ($36 for 9.8g). It comes in four shades and gives you high coverage for a perfect, long-lasting fi nish. A Dual Skin Conditioning ingredient keeps skin optimally hydrated, while the addition of Air Pore Powder to the stick foundation ensures the formula doesn’t clump on your skin. It is also supposed to ward off  wrinkles with prolonged use, thanks to an ingredient said to stimulate collagen production.

Try it yourself
Visit your nearest VDL store for a complimentary consultation with a VDL trend stylist who can match you to your perfect primerand foundation. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/vdlcosmeticssingapore.