How to apply Foundation?

Having chosen perfect foundation, you have to learn how to use it properly. No matter the brand or ingredients when you cannot apply it correctly.

The right foundation will even out your skin tone and give you the appearance of flawless skin. But you have to do it right, otherwise you risk looking like a ... clown. Follow these steps for a flawless complexion.

There are two methods of applying foundation. The first claims that you should do it with the tips of your fingers as it quickly reaches the right temperature and gets into skin. The latter is in favour of a sponge which is said to "know" how much foundation to use on your face (the rest will stay onto the sponge without leaving trails on your skin). Liquid foundation will be better applied with fingers.

Foundation is a great but extremely difficult product. You cannot hurry when using it. It needs patience and precision, so save a couple of minutes before leaving home to apply foundation. If you use liquid foundation, do not put it just after using face cream – the cream will dilute the foundation and its layer will become too thin.

• Remember not to use two layers of foundation, especially near eyes. If you use cream or brightening toner, apply less foundation.
• Always apply the foundation in one and the same direction – from the middle parts (nose and chin) to outer parts, pressing it gently.
• Do not cover bottom eyelids, especially when you’re over 30. Used under eyes it will highlight even the slightest wrinkles (which are normally difficult to notice).
• But it’s advisable to use a drop of foundation on your upper lid – combined with loose powder it will be an ideal basis for eye shadows which will be easier to apply, last longer and won’t gather at the lid bending. If you have dilated pores, don’t smudge foundation, but press it.
• Having used protective cream, get rid of it beforehand – otherwise it will roll out.
• It often happens that foundations divide into layers in their containers. To avoid it, shake container before using.
• Be careful with the tip of the nose – apply foundation twice as precisely.
• You may also use makeup on your ears. It's especially advisable during winter when your eyes become red because of cold.