Types of Foundation Makeup
May 6, 2009 by admin
Filed under Foundation, Makeup Tutorials
Foundation is the first and essential cosmetic to be applied on face while doing makeup to serve as the base for the look that you are going to paint. The wise selection for which foundation type to go with your skin, tone, and color depending whether you are going to look naturally beautiful having a flawless smooth skin or quite artificial as if you have put on a mask of cosmetic layers. There are a number of makeup brands claiming to offer the best foundation for your makeup needs. There are different types of foundation based on different needs. For skin allergies, there arehypoallergenic and allergy-tested foundation. There is liquid, cream, powder or cake foundation to suit various seasons; oil-free foundation for oily skin; stick foundation for the handbags; stay-on foundation to last for longer periods of time and camouflage foundation to hide skin blemishes and give a smooth skin-effect.
In short, There are three main major types of foundation:
2. Cream Foundations;
3. Powder Foundations.
Liquid foundation is one of the most popular formulas in foundation makeup. It’s widely available in sheer, medium, or heavy coverage and in prices ranging from just a few dollars to more than $60 per bottle. Using a brush to apply liquid foundation will provide you with the best control, although many people prefer to apply the makeup with a damp or dry sponge. Liquid foundation is best for those who seek medium coverage, have a few fine lines or wrinkles, or basic, every day coverage.
Cream foundations are traditionally the number one choice of makeup users. They are usually available in compacts or sticks, and provide good coverage for your face. Foundations of this consistency provide a creamy flawless finish and are easy to apply. However, because of the higher coverage, it is more critical to identify a shade closest to your natural skin color with a yellow base.
Powder Foundations:
Dual active powder foundations or cream to powder foundations are the best options for you if you are short of time, which combines the action of foundation and powder in one. These foundations can be applied as cream or powder and give a quick dry fresh-face look. They are especially suited to people with oily skin or areas where humidity is quite high.



