Here’s how to find a foundation that’s the perfect match for your skin tone and type
Here’s how to find a foundation that’s the perfect match for your skin tone and type
One foundation does not fit all, and besides skin tone, you have to also think about skin type. You may find that a foundation you’ve sworn by for years is now failing to be absorbed as well, or making your skin look dry or ashy. Or perhaps you want coverage but don’t want to look like you’ve got layers of foundation on. Use our quick guide to pick the right one for your skin now.
CONSIDER: Tone
Finding the right foundation can be a challenging task, and despite getting one that is close to the colour of your skin, it can still look “off ” if the tone is incorrect. When testing foundation, ensure that you check it under a bright neutral light so that it doesn’t alter the tone of the skin – you’d be surprised how different skin looks under fluorescent and incandescent light.
CONSIDER: Finish
Most people have a preference when it comes to foundation finishes. While the trend is to achieve a dewy glow worthy of a Korean celebrity, it is a look that should be attempted with caution. Generally, those with an oily complexion should steer clear of foundations with dewy finishes, but if you crave the glow, try applying them on the cheekbones while using a foundation with a regular matte finish on the rest of the face.
CONSIDER: Coverage
Although the instinct is to go for a foundation with the highest coverage, you’re not really doing your skin a favour by loading on thick foundation. Instead, choose one with the lightest coverage needed so that skin’s natural glow is able to shine through. If you have minimal blemishes and pigmentation, a light-to-medium coverage foundation should suffice. Better yet, select a foundation that has a buildable coverage so that you can vary the amount needed on different parts of your face. W
