Foundation help.

Subject: Foundation help. Sat May 31, 2008 2:37 pm

I'm crap at applying liquid foundation. Any tips would be appreciated.

I usually use power mineral stuff but it has made my skin break out and my mum suggested some light liquid stuff. I usually wash my face, moisturise, apply suncream and then my foundation when all that has dried. I did that this morning and it looks quite awful. So any tips?
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Sat May 31, 2008 3:21 pm

Use a makeup sponge to apply it, and apply it LIGHTLY. The smallest amount is generally enough. If you need more coverage, then add more in SMALL amounts.

Then buff with a blush brush (unless you have a foundation brush, which you can use to apply and buff), and set with a LIGHT dusting of powder.
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Sat May 31, 2008 6:05 pm

I use my fingers, and it turns out just fine for me. Shauna is right though, small amounts are key. Otherwise you will end up with a really thick, caked-on look. yuck.

Subject: Re: Foundation help. Sat May 31, 2008 11:18 pm

Maybe you're using the wrong kind of liquid for your skin type, I know that some liquids (lighter kinds) look like absolute shit because my skin is so dry and just sucks all the moisture out which leaves it cakey and terrible. Do you have dry skin? What brand and type of liquid foundation are you using? You might have to shop around a bit before you can find one that's right for you.

As for tips... uhh, what Shauna and Meggles have said covers pretty much everything Very Happy

If you're still getting used to using a liquid it's generally better to use your fingers or a sponge to apply, as a lot of people when first using a standard brush apply wayyy too much. I've come to love cosmetic sponges Smile

Maybe you should look into trying creme or mousse foundations as well if this continues to be a bitch for ya'.
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Sun Jun 01, 2008 11:10 pm

What about even going for tinted moisturiser if foundation isn't working out. Esp since summers here Smile

Subject: Re: Foundation help. Mon Jun 02, 2008 10:54 am

I'm putting it down to the suncream I had on. I used it when I went out last night and it was fine, apart from sinking into the scars I have on my face (which always happens) and I figure not much can be done about that anyway.

Kendra, I have oily skin so that tends not to be a problem with me.

Ruth, I actually turned it into tinted moisturiser this morning and it works a treat!
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Mon Jun 02, 2008 2:58 pm

Yay good stuff Very Happy

Subject: Re: Foundation help. Mon Jun 02, 2008 6:10 pm

yehh tinted moisteriser is great, and if you have a liquid foundation for when you want more coverage you can just mix it with normal moisterizer when you want less. =)
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Tue Jun 03, 2008 4:32 am

I use Benefit's You Rebel Lite tinted moisturizer, it has a build in sunscreen and doesn't make my face look cakey.
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Tue Jun 03, 2008 4:38 am

Remember ladies - the SPF in makeup wears off after a few hours. So you still have to wear some sort of sunscreen or a moisturizer with SPF. For those that may be interested, may I recommend this?

Also, if you need a quick and foolproof way to apply, take one pump foundation to two parts moisturizer, rub it in your palms, and have at it. Or, take your time with a makeup sponge - even a Beauty Blender. There's actually a Sonia Kashuk knockoff of the Beauty Blender, so you can always try that as well.
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Tue Jun 03, 2008 4:43 am

Accually, moisturizer with SPF isn't enought either. You need just a separate sunblock aside from your moisturizer to be protected, specifically a 30 or higher.
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Tue Jun 03, 2008 4:46 am

I trust you, for you are the skin care specialist Very Happy

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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Tue Jun 03, 2008 6:10 am

Yay problem fixed.

Also; I didn't know that Lindsay *makes a note*
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Subject: Re: Foundation help. Tue Jun 03, 2008 4:49 pm

Subject: Re: Foundation help. Tue Jun 03, 2008 8:12 pm

Yep, its true - the same way you'd have to reapply sunscreen to your body, you'd have to do the same for your face. sunsreen in cosmetics help, but it does wear off during the day.

You must be one of the lucky ones, Shauna! I've just been paranoid about the sun lately, haha.
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