Y - Issue 216 - April 17, 2012 - Y-oman.com

April 17, 2012 Issue 216
Words | Priyanka Sacheti
‘FOUNDATIONS’ OF MAKE-UP
When putting on make-up, always remember that your face is your canvas – and that clean, glowing skin is
absolutely crucial before you literally start painting your skin. We had previously talked about developing a
proper skin-care regime; this time we will focus on buying the right kind of foundation for your skin.
When you are choosing foundations, treat the process as if you are buying skin-care products; different
foundations will suit different skin-types (oily, dry, sensitive, or acne-prone). In each case, it is important to
decide what kind of formula you are looking for. Some women may want lightweight, medium-coverage, while
those with an uneven skin-tone and blemishes will prefer a heavier foundation. Mineral foundations are also
popular for all skin-types, especially sensitive skin.
Foundations are no longer just liquid
foundation in a bottle; there are stick,
cream-to-powder, whipped, and
even tinted moisturisers, which
double up as foundation
for women who prefer the
natural look.
One of the biggest issues
regarding buying the right
foundation is colour!
When you are buying
the foundation, pick two
to three shades, allow
it to rest upon your skin
for a minute or so, and
then test to see which
one suits you the best. If
the colour disappears on
your skin, it is the winner...
However, make sure to test
the shade in natural light as
well. The rule of the game is to
opt for yellow, rather than pink,
based shades.
APPLYING FOUNDATION:
Before applying foundation,
ensure that the skin is clean
and hydrated; apply moisturiser,
sunscreen, or primer. In fact, most experts
are in favour of putting on foundation primer, as it
ensures a smooth base for the skin and helps the
foundation to stay on longer.
Described as ‘secrets of the universe’, by Bobbi
Brown, the right way to go about it is pat, never
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