Foundation is one of life’s little mysteries: when and where should you wear it? What does it actually do? What are the best foundations made of and how should they be applied? Let’s a look at the variety of foundations currently in vogue, discussing their pros and cons and looking at the latest in cosmetic technology to make sense of the stuff we’re smearing on our skin.
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If you suffer with acne, age spots, scars, a birthmark, rosacea, vitiligo, stretchmarks, uneven skin tone or other skin challenges, you may have been searching for years for a way to cover up your problem. You likely switch from brand to brand, hoping the appearance of your skin will improve with each new cosmetic product on the market.
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When it comes to the art of applying cosmetics, foundation makeup is the area where most people make major mistakes. They either choose the wrong color, ending up with skin that appears too light or too dark, or they don’t apply it correctly and end up with an unblended mess.
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Even though makeup experts hail concealer as being one of the most essential beauty cosmetics for all women, few women actually use it. It’s such an important cosmetic, some experts even skip foundation altogether and simply use concealer to even out skin tone, hide blemishes or acne or cover up other common face flaws like under eye circles and scars.
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When you’re a kid, freckles are adorable! But, as you age and the sun wreaks havoc on your skin, you may find yourself wanting to cover them up more and more. Freckles are also known as ephelis and appear on many people with fair complexions (and often if you’re a redhead), because they have less melanin in their skin.
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