How do you apply foundation?

Answer 1

It really depends on what type of foundation you're using. There are three types: Liquid, Powder, and Cream. Liquid comes in a bottle. Powder comes in a box. Cream comes in a stick.

To apply liquid foundation, you first squeeze a tiny blob onto your hand (if you need more you can always apply it later). Then put your finger in it and place little dots of foundation all over your face, your forehead, centre left and right, you nose, your chin, the sides of your chin, your cheeks, and if you want a little on your neck (especially if your foundation colour doesn't match your true skin tone). The use a blender to spread the foundation over your face so it is even. You want a thin layer so it's not cakey but if you've got a good product it should still offer good coverage.

To apply powder foundation, it makes your whole makeup process a little quicker because it has powder and foundation in one. Apply concealer before your foundation, then use a latex sponge and gently spread the dry foundation across your entire face. Include the eyelids, exclude the lips and blend the edges just below the jaw.

To apply cream foundation, use the stick to apply light streaks across your face, but don't press or it will be difficult to blend. Immediately after use a latex sponge to spread it out and make sure you get good coverage. Unless you are using a very expensive product, you will find it difficult to achieve a natural looking finish with cream foundation.