Everyone wants to look pleasant and presentable and most people improve their appearance by putting on makeup. Makeup is a cosmetic that is applied on the skin to enhance the physical appearance of a person. The most widely-used makeup product is the foundation. The foundation is considered to be the base makeup where all the other makeup products hold on to. There are many kinds of foundations available in the market but you should be careful in choosing one. Pick the foundation that is suitable for your skin type and complexion. If you have oily skin, do not buy the foundation that is oil-based because this can clog your pores and lead to the development of acne. To make sure that ot will not cause acne, look for the "non-comedogenic" label. This means that the product will not block the pores and cause pimples. There are foundations that contain moisturizers for people with dry skin. There are also foundations infused with sunscreens to protect you from the harmful the rays of the sun.
In selecting the right foundation for you, it is important that it matches your skin tone. If it does not, it can make you look pale or dark or the color of your face may not match the color of your neck. The proper blending of the foundation is very crucial especially on the jaw line and earlobes so other people will not notice the difference in the skin color. It is a common misconception that you can know whether the foundation matches your skin tone by applying it on your hands or wrists. The facial skin has a different tone compared to the skin on your hands so you can test a foundation by applying it on your jaw line and determine whether it matches the skin on your neck. For better coverage, it is necessary to spread the foundation evenly. You can use a makeup sponge or your fingers to spread the foundation. The technique for the application of foundation is by dotting it on the skin and spreading it outwards. When you have to do touch-ups, gently dab the foundation on your facial skin and blend it evenly.