How to Apply Foundation

Tips on applying Foundation

Apply foundation to freshly moisturized skin to ensure you have a perfect base on which to work.

Use a cosmetic sponge to apply most types of foundation - using your fingertips can result in an uneven, greasy finish.

Apply foundation in dots, then blend each one with your sponge.

Dampen the sponge first of all, then squeeze out the excess moisture - this will prevent the sponge from soaking up too much costly foundation.

Check for tidemarks on your jawline, nose, forehead and chin.

Choose a colour only one shade lighter than your skin tone for the most natural look. You will get best results if you use a flat brush to apply the cream into the hollows of the shadow and then gradually blend it into the rest of your makeup.