April 4, 2013
Picking the right foundation can be tough to wrap your mind around because there are so many options. It's important to identify what type of foundation works well with your skin type. Also, another factor to keep in mind, is whether you are aiming for a long-lasting look OR just a quick photo-ready face. Whatever the occasion, always remember to pick the right foundation because it is the important base to the rest of your beautiful canvas!
Most modern foundations not only moisturize your skin, but also protect it from harmful environment. Most foundation creams contain solar-control factors – (SPF, Titanium Dioxide) it's very important to protect your skin with SPF - especially in the Summer and Winter. Sun exposure increases and helps age lines, spots, wrinkles - the whole nine yards. You will notice women that are in very hot sunny places are likely to have more lines than someone who doesn't - with the exception of " cosmetic surgery". Any form of cosmetic applied to the skin is basically protection for that area such as foundation (face) lipstick (lips) etc.
Before picking ouy the type of foundation, know which skin type ( dry, oily, sensitive, combination and normal ) you are so you can filter out the foundations to avoid. Always read the packaging!
Stick Foundation: Most stick foundation is a " All - In - One" thing. Concealer foundation and set powder. Normally, its good with the coverage and it's quick application. Good for someone that is on the go and needs minimal make-up. ( Perscriptives,
Bobbi Brown)
Cream Foundation: Some cream foundations can be used as concealers because its very rich and thick. Great for photos, covering tattoos, scars and dark blemishes. It can be heavy and cakey at times, It really depends which ones one you are using and how you are applying it. Every brand has different consistencies and ingredient which will vary in results. Nowadays, most cream foundation contain silicon, which means it does not stick directly to skin but rather creates a tiny layer over the skin, protecting it allowing air to circulate. Also most brands, the pigmentation is very fine that it's hard to clog pores like the old traditional foundations. So, not all creams clog pores. Thanks to the new modern creams. (
RCMA,
Cinema Secrets,
Dermablend,)
Mousse Foundation: Mousse foundation is a cream foundation in a whipped consistency. It gives a lighter coverage than cream foundation and its also good on mature skin because mousse foundation doesn't settle in fine lines. The finish is mostly matte but it leaves your skin very velvety. (
Maybelline)
Liquid Foundation: Liquid foundation is probably the most common and popular of the choices because it practically works on everyone. Liquid foundation gives good coverage, you can get them to light - medium full) and there are many formulas to choose from ( water based, silicone etc) and types ( matte finish, dewey finish, oil free etc) ( Make-up Forever Face and Body, Revlon, and Maybelline Fit, MAC Face and Body)
Tinted Moisturizer: Tinted moisturizer is basically a moisturizer with some colour/pigmentation in it. It's ideal for someone who doesn't wear a lot of makeup but just wants to even out their skin. (
Laura Mercier ,
Aveeno,
Korres,
No.7)
Cream to Powder: It is used recommended for oily skin since it sets to a matte. It's fast and convenient and a fast alternative to liquid foundation. (
MAC,
l)
Powder Foundation: Is a powder that is heavier on the pigmentation to give more coverage than a blotting / press powder. It's ideal for someone who is shiny/oily and just needs to eliminate shine and even out the skin tone. ( Make-up Forever and Smashbox wet/dry)
February 17, 2013
Enriched with Tiare flower extract, this fluid formula moisturizes and delicately scents your skin. Its gel-fluid texture melts on your skin for an easy, even application without demarcation lines. This Axe Solaire Sunkissed Effect Fluid Foundation leaves a light, shimmery, transparent veil of colour on your skin for a sunkissed complexion.
Your complexion is even, beautified and naturally tanned. Its practical pump-tube format delivers just the right dose for a sheer, light application.
Tested under dermatological and ophthalmological supervision.
1.0 fl. oz. Pump-tube / 30 ml $26.00 CDN
Healthy glow, moisturized skin.
I absolutely love this product because for everyday make-up, I don't want anything too heavy just even skin. This foundation evens out my skin and adds a hint of glow which makes my skin look healthy and radiant! If I prefer more coverage I like to mix this with my foundation or wear it under because I love how effortless the glow looks on my face.
This product is water-based which means it will also be healthy for my skin and its lightly fragrant which is kind of nice.
Click Here if you would like to purchase the product. The product comes in 2 shades, light and dark, I noticed in the summer although I am medium skintone I tend to match the dark veil better.
Rate : 8.5/10
