Rihanna… girl, look what you have started! Since the genesis of Fenty Beauty, several cosmetics companies have been hard at work in the lab developing foundations that more suitably match their consumer base. The first exciting foundation release of 2019; hands down is the Morphe Fluidity Foundation. A beauty product that boasts a jaw-dropping 60 different shades!
Morphe Fluidity Foundations -60 Shades of Foundation
No that is no typo. 60. 60 shades of foundation is on the table for us over at Morphe. The brand has been a tad bit cryptic, not really giving much away about all of this. Regarding their upcoming release Morphe simply reveals,
“Leave no tone unturned. Introducing Fluidity. 60 tone-empowering shades, for every babe. Launching 1.17.19.”
As one can see, Morphe isn’t trying to say much at all yet. Maybe they don’t want to oversell it; because of the wild success Fenty Beauty is still having. However, this foundation release is nothing to just brush off.
It is still another drop in the bucket that helps to improve the state of the beauty industry. For years, many skin tones have been ignored and now brands are finally waking up to the fact that light, medium and dark just won’t cut it.
One thing that we love so far about this product is that… well, actually there’s quite a bit to love. Besides the awesome range in colors, Fluidity is also:
Transfer Resistant
Longwear
Parabens Free
Water Resistant
Oil Free
Sweat Proof
Fragrance Free
Ugh… we stan Morphe, take our money already! Therefore, how much will Fluidity cost you? Get this… it’s UNDER $20! Yes, Morphe Fluidity Foundation will retail for just $18. 2019 is looking real real good!
Want a preview of the Fluidity’s tones? Watch the video below:
PSSST… there’s more… Morphe is also releasing concealer and powder shades! More on that later today so check back!
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Wet N’ Wild is dropping a new foundation that will make your selfies FLAWLESS! The Wet N’ Wild Photo Focus Stick Foundation comes in 21 skin perfecting tones that result in a fabulous matte finish. What are some other features of this new foundation? Here is our beauty quick cheat sheet:
Stick foundation is always awesome to have because of its ease of use. Just whip it out and swipe on. Plus, it is also great for travel if you can’t for some reason fit your needed beauty tools. You can still swipe, then blend with your fingers.
Nevertheless, Wet N’Wild shared a few additional reasons to love this new pic perfect foundation. The brand states,
“Ready to take your selfies to the next level? Introducing a NEW selfie-perfecting stick — our Photo Focus Stick Foundation! The creamy, buildable texture provides medium to full coverage with a soft satin finish. Suitable for any and every selfie moment.
We made sure to test this foundation under 7 different photo-lighting conditions on various skin tones; with and without flash; giving you the perfect selfie weapon. Keep an eye out because these will be launching soon! Did we mention that all of the shades are vegan?
[ALSO] we’re back with our second ‘Breaking Beauty’ campaign to prove that being beautiful on the inside and out isn’t a one-size-fits-all journey. Now, more than ever, it’s time to ctrl-alt-delete traditional ‘model’ standards and we, as a brand; are on the forefront of redefining those outdated; cookie-cutter images of beauty. This year, we’re continuing our celebration of beauty as it should be.”
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And then there was THIS! Colour Pop Cosmetics did the thing with the release of their NEW! Colour Pop Cosmetics No Filter Foundation Stix. A collection of foundations that are well-organized (easy system to locate your perfect shade); create a smooth natural finish; and have the ability to cover a large spectrum of skin tones.
Just days ago Colour Pop teased their global fanbase with a few pics on social media about this very upcoming release. Included was a simple caption reading,
“SURPRISE! Meet our No Filter Foundation Stix! 30 shades! Buildable formula that can be used to cover, conceal, contour and touch up through out the day.
She’s VEGAN and only $10! Swipe, blend, and GO! Launching October 18 at 10 AM Pacific Time.”
No, your eyes did not deceive you. This newbie is really just ten bucks. So if you are either on a budget, trying to cram your makeup drawer with other new releases; or simply about hanging onto your coins. This is a great buy, that will help you to accomplish so much in terms of your makeup application.
Also, another feature that we like about this product is that it is so compact. Thus, making it an awesome go-to when traveling around town or jet-setting. Furthermore, it will not take up all of your free space in your handbag either. Say it with us, “Winning!”
Colour Pop Cosmetics No Filter Foundation Stix! For Warm, Neutral and Cool Undertones
Now that their new foundation stix has arrived, Coloup Pop had a little more beauty intel to add to what consumers can expect. Regarding the No Filter Foundation Stix, the cosmetics brand states,
“Are you ready for some Foundation Stick Realness? No Filter Foundation Stix will be available in 3 undertones: warm, cool, and neutral! There will be 30 shades (5 in each skin tone category); and it has medium buildable coverage with a natural skin-like finish! Easy to blend for a flawless and fast application.”
So then, what are the 5 different skin tone categories? You will find your shade match under: Fair, Light, Medium, Medium Dark, Dark or Deep Dark. Check out the chart below in order to get an even better idea.
Colour Pop Cosmetics No Filter Foundation Stix
Whenever a new release comes along we always prefer seeing an IRL example. That’s because any company can make an ad look fabulous. However, if a real lady of these makeup streets can make the same product look just as amazing then count us in!
With that being said we spied influencer Princess Kaae aka Katrina trying out the CP Stix. She used them for not only coverage, but for a flawless contour. Feast your eyes on her results.
One word… GORGEOUS. Now, as one last extra treat and extremely helpful visual to aid you in finding your correct skin tone match. Colour Pops has put together a nifty set of charts that compares their stick colors to their Liquid Foundation as well as Concealer. Therefore, if you know your No Filter Liquid Foundation shade already, you can easily find your Stix match. Have a look and happy shopping! Colour Pop Cosmetics No Filter Foundation Stix is available now.
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They’re bringing natural back… YEAH! Revlon is going against the mainstream grain and introducing their Revlon PhotoReady Candid Natural Finish Anti-Pollution Foundation. A real throwback to the days where the allure of the natural barely there made up face ruled as queen.
While the “little to no makeup” look has taken a major back seat the last couple of years. There still remains a remnant of makeup lovers who prefer the “less is more” look. Well, this natural finish foundation is specifically for that particular makeup squadron.
Revlon’s Candid Foundation comes in 31 different skin tone matching shades. It provides medium buildable coverage; however, it feels super weightless. Almost like nothing at all.
Furthermore, another aspect to love is the ease of use. It goes on just as nice and smooth as a moisturizer so that it seamlessly blends into your skin to perfectly even out skin tone. So then, if you are ready to give the cake face a break, this is the foundation to give a try!
Revlon PhotoReady Candid Natural Finish Anti-Pollution Foundation
Some of the darker shades that are fitting for women of color would be: Caramel, Almond, Cappuccino, Mocha, Espresso, Walnut, Cocoa and Pecan.
Lighter skin tone WOCs would look stunning in: Toast, Sun Beige, Light Honey, Macadamia, Honey beige as well as Cashew.
Nevertheless, skin tone shade is one thing… but a product that can really hold up to the elements is another. Like protection from the outdoors and even screens we spend all day and night in front of from computers to phones. Fortunately, Revlon is covering all bases. Regarding the benefits of their new foundation the cosmetics brand states,
“Drumroll… here it is! What’s in our new PhotoReady Candid Foundation is as important as what’s out. Let’s get candid and talk this one out.
[Therefore] it’s packed with all the good stuff and none of the stuff skin doesn’t like. It’s something we created that’s deliciously smooth and gives the natural look [you love], but better.”
The Revlon PhotoReady Candid Natural Finish Anti-Pollution Foundation is available now for purchase. You can get it from a number of retailers. Buy yours now from ULTA Beauty, Target, Walgreens, Rite Aid and Walmart. Each foundation currently retails for $10.99.
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For once and for all let the cake face die! No more makeup finishes that look like a 18 tier wedding cake. Tarte Cosmetics Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Foundation will give you a Beyoncé level flawless finish; AND improve the overall condition of your skin. WINNING!
Tarte Cosmetics Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Foundation -Revive Your Skin
So what makes Tarte’s foundation different from all the rest? Well, the brand freely shared an extensive answer that comes pretty close to answering any question you may have. Tarte explains,
“Too many glasses of rose? Clay will save the day! This oil-free, vegan, matte liquid foundation will breathe life back into your skin. Instant full coverage and a flawless matte finish made easy.
A foundation that looks good and is good for your skin? Yes, please! Are you ready to meet your match? We’ve expanded our Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Foundation to 40 shades with 5 undertones; because we’re all looking for that perfect match. Just a few reasons why our Amazonian clay 12- hour foundation is the ONE:
–EASY to apply and GOOD for the skin.
-If your skin is oily-absorbs excess oil and mattifies.
-If your skin is dry- intuitively hydrates dry patches.
-[Also] if your skin is reactive- smooths, softens and improves skin clarity and tone.
The result- when your skin is balanced, your makeup looks better, last longer and shows truer color payoff! [Furthermore] treat your skin while protecting it from harmful UVA/UVB sun rays with our clay foundation. Infused to help balance skin, improve overall skin clarity and texture; all while fading the appearance of large pores, discolorations and other imperfections.
[Yes] our vegan Amazonian clay foundation comes in 40 shades of creamy goodness! A longwear finish that is breathable, durable, and good for your skin. The Clay Powered formula helps balance your complexion; while delivering a cake free and matte finish. Find your match now on tarte.com. Look good. Feel good and slay with clay!”
Tarte Cosmetics Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Foundation -Revive Your Skin (Continued)
Whew! A lot of information, but clearly shows just how impactful this product can be for your beauty arsenal. Nevertheless, if you want to an even more flawless finish to your makeup look, Tarte strongly recommends using their foundation along with their Bamboo Foundation Brush. According to Tarte it is like using a “magical wand;” by giving skin an airbrushed effect without the filter. Uh, can you say Instagram goals?
So then, are you ready to see and experience some real makeup magic with Tarte’s clay foundation? Pick up your very own at www.tarte.com. They retail for $39.
BONUS! Not sure what skin shade you may be? Have no fear, Tarte Cosmetics has produced this nifty little chart to help you play match maker magic. Check it out below:
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Are you the type of gal who wants a foundation that will last for hours on end AND is matte? Perfect, we have the most awesome cosmetic product to tell you about! The Makeup Forever Matte Velvet Skin Foundation is the real deal.
24 hours of coverage
High performance
40 shades
Couple drops go a long way (aka save money!)
Welcome to the new generation of makeup and say goodbye once and for all, to the cake face. Be Gone!
Time to roll up those beauty sleeves and get into this product! Specially formulated and reinvisioned in order to bring you the best results. Regarding their foundation Makeup Forever says,
“Imagine you’ve been wearing jeans all your life and one day, you discover the yoga pants. That’s the Matte Velvet Skin effect!
Introducing Matte Velvet Skin Liquid Foundation, the new generation of long-lasting matte! A new texture and high performing formula that ally full coverage, extreme wear and a non-cakey result.
Apply with [our] brush #108 to achieve a full coverage while remaining natural thanks to its flexible texture that moves with skin. [Yet] less is more. The extremely blendable and lightweight texture of [our foundation] makes it easy to use with just a few drops.”
Say goodbye to the “mask” effect and don’t freeze your emotions, choose life-like full coverage. Matte Velvet Skin gives everyone a reason to rediscover or reconcile with matte foundation.
Now after reading all of those glowing things, in the back of your mind you may still be a tad bit worried. Or thinking, come on 1966, a liquid foundation that is going to give me perfect matte skin?
Those thoughts are valid; however, like any product it is all in how you apply it. Plus, you must always remember that no makeup product is like an “one size fits all.” It can work, but sometimes you may have to adjust a tad bit.
No one understands this better than legendary MUA (makeup artist), Sam Fine. Recently, Fine shared his ultimate tip to ensure that you achieve a flawless finish with the Makeup Forever Matte Velvet Skin Foundation. Trust us, it’s WAY easier than you think (Seriously like two steps y’all!). He demonstrates:
To achieve a flawless finish, apply Matte Velvet Skin with a brush or sponge (he’s using a brush).
Then simply separate a 2ply tissue and blot smoothly. BAM! Flawless Unlocked.
Makeup Forever also has a few tips for any who want to get the most out of their newest foundation. The brand reveals,
“Adapt your tools according to the coverage you want. The Silex Blender is a multi-use sponge that enables to blend and stretch the foundation evenly on each and every part of your face.
With Matte Velvet Skin, it will ensure a medium coverage with just a small drop of product. Don’t forget to dampen it with water and wring it out the excess completely.
Always apply from the center of the face to the outer in order to unify the most visible part of the face and avoid any mask effects on the jawbones and forehead. [Lastly] shades may appear lighter when first applied. Make sure you refer to the dry shades when choosing yours.”
So now you know all about this new foundation. Plus, in not much time you have also learned some nifty tips and tricks. However, for those of you who are serious Makeup Forever fans or beauty enthusiasts; you may be wondering what is the difference between Makeup Forever’s Mat Velvet Plus and Matte Velvet Skin? They seem very similar.
Well, you would not be wrong. They have some similarities, but Velvet Skin is an improvement. Makeup Forever was kind enough to explain by saying,
“Many of you are asking us about the difference between Mat Velvet Plus and the new Matte Velvet Skin. So we decided to break the ice!
The formula has been improved to enhance its breathing and bending properties. Matte Velvet Skin focuses on the comfort thanks to a truly lightweight texture; and the Flexifit technology that makes it extremely flexible thus following your face moves for a beautiful 24 hour wear. It’s just the new generation of matte!”
Ready to give the Makeup Forever Velvet Skin Foundation a try? Get yours in-store and online at Sephora and the Makeup Forever website. It retails for $38.
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MAC Cosmetics just hit us with another fab release! The MAC Studio Waterweight collection is for the person who wants to bring sexy back, naturally. If you wish to deviate a bit from heavy contour and highlighting then you will absolutely love this new line.
What’s all in it? The collection boasts a new foundation, pressed powder as well as concealer. Here is a quick cheat sheet about MAC Studio Waterweight; like shade range along with pricing details. Nevertheless, never forget that MAC often has price variations according to the region you live in. So then, use the following numbers as a base, but hit up the online store to ensure you know the correct price. Here we go:
Studio Waterweight Powder/Pressed (11 shades) $36.00
Studio Waterweight Concealer (16 shades) $23.00
Studio Waterweight SPF 30 Foundation (23 shades) $35.00
Beauty Insider: MAC Studio Waterweight Collection
Alright, now that we know what the collection consists of, it is natural to wonder: what all can it do? Buying makeup because it looks good is only half the battle, consumers also just want a slew of beauty benefits period. MAC has worked on this latest collection and recently spilled a large amount of details. In regards to the MAC Studio Waterweight collection the cosmetics brand explains,
“The Mac studio waterweight collection includes a concealer, foundation and pressed powder. Offering lightweight coverage that feels like your own skin. Finally perfect the ‘no make up’ make up look! The Mac studio waterweight collection is ultra hydrating and gravity defying now with even more options.
The Mac studio waterweight concealer provides buildable coverage in an ultra fluid formula. With the dropper applicator, you can use as much or as little of the max studio waterweight concealer as you need with perfect precision. Starting with an even skin tone allows you to take your more adventurous make up looks to new heights! The Mac studio waterweight concealer comes in 16 shades so you can get it just right.
The new concealer from the collection feels as light as a cloud and provides as much coverage as you crave. Moreover, it hydrates and gently diffuses the appearance of imperfections and helps reduce the appearance of under eye circles, dark spots and discoloration.
Lastly, the Mac studio waterweight pressed powder provides creamy yet elastic coverage with a Cashmere soft finish. Pair it with the foundation and concealer and you’re all set! The foundation offers sheer medium coverage and has SPF 30. Chat with an artist at www.maccosmetics.com to learn more.”
Sounds like MAC is helping to usher in the “au natural” trend. The collection is available now and you can locate in stores as well as online. Happy shopping loves!
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If it doesn’t flex, we don’t want it! Marc Jacobs Beauty is about to drop a new makeup product that promises hydration, coverage, the Holy Grail and a formula with the ability to extend across a humongous amount of skin shades. Are you ready for a new foundation? Well, ready or not, here it comes: the brand new Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation!
Beauty Insider: NEW! Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation
The beauty industry is starting to finally get it. Women of color and women general want foundation that actually fits. Hues that look normal and natural; and Gawd forbid NOT ASHY!
For years, we have suffered and paid the price. Not just monetarily (because hey, this stuff can be expensive), but also the letdown of being stuck with a product that only looked good in a beauty store’s mirror and dimmed lighting. Can we get an amen?
Nevertheless, if you are as emotionally spent as so many others when it comes to foundation ; then there is some good news. There are new options on the way. Fenty Beauty is certainly leading the pack, but other luxury brands have also been working on some foundation solutions for the past couple of years. What’s on deck?
Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation
Enter designer Marc Jacobs. A couple years ago the mastermind began working on Shameless, a foundation that would aim to truly fit multiple skin tones. The Marc Jacobs Beauty brand had this to say about their newest product:
“After two years of development and testing, Shameless features a completely new, broad range of 29 shades. Because of the coverage level, each shade is able to flex to fit multiple skin tones and undertones.
Show off your skin shamelessly. Introducing Shameless Youthful Look 24 hour Long Wear Foundation SPF 25 from Mark Jacobs Beauty!
Shameless gives skin a natural finish and coverage you’ll covet. [Seriously] buildable medium coverage with a natural finish. Shameless is great for dry skin because the formula is very hydrating. It contains snow mushroom, nature’s dupe for hyaluronic acid.
Self setting finish. Invisible SPF innovation. Youthful, only better. Introducing Shameless, the newest foundation for Marc Jacobs Beauty. 29 flexible shades available online globally February 9th.”
Beauty Insider: Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation
Sounds promising. However, one thing really stuck out to us… what is snow mushroom? We asked around and our beauty expert friends as usual did not disappoint!
Okay, we are not going to sugar coat this at all. We’re just going to level with you, snow mushroom is basically fungus. Now the idea of placing fungi on your face may not be appealing, but after learning the benefits you might reconsider. A few benefits include:
Anti-Acne Properties
Hydration- Ability to lock water into the skin.
Skin Brightening
Reducing Redness
Anti-Aging
Calming Skin Irritation
With all those benefits, we gladly offer ourselves as tribute. So then, there you have it, the Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation that not only stretches to fit skin tones; but, works to make skin more naturally beautiful. Get yours during February from Net-A-Porter.com.
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Man, Rihanna set a foundation fire within the beauty industry! Since the singer’s makeup debut in 2017, cosmetics brands have been working feverishly to showcase their own line of inclusive foundation tones. While some are new to the party, other brands are only improving upon their already awesome selection. Case in point, the spanking new Bobbi Brown Skin Long Wear Weightless Foundation. Great on coverage and great on color variety.
Beauty Insider: The Bobbi Brown Skin Long Wear Weightless Foundation
Beauty brand, Bobbi Brown, is not new to the foundation game in anyway. The brand has always fought for women of all tones. For this reason, the makeup giant continues to gain as well as maintain a large consumer following.
Recently, Bobbi Brown shared some details in regards to their new foundation release! What can BB fans expect with this new product? The beauty label states,
“Good things come to those who wait. Meet our new Skin Long Wear Weightless Foundation, where perfect skin coverage meets all day wear.
[Also] 84% of the women who tried this new formula in our study, mentioned they felt that our new Skin Long Wear Weightless Foundation left their skin feeling hydrated. Make sure to visit a Bobbi Brown store or go to BobbiBrown.com to get a sample and try it out!
[Truly] a foundation for everyone. Our new foundation comes in 30 shades created with precisely balanced pigments to flatter skin’s top tones and undertones. From alabaster to rich espresso. Pick up a bottle now!”
Another benefit of this beauty product? This light, weightless foundation comes with SPF 15. Thus, providing not only much needed hydration as well as the coverage you desire but also protection from such outside elements like the sun.
The Bobbi Brown Skin Long Wear Weightless Foundation
Furthermore, Allure magazine, known for their coveted beauty awards; also, revealed their opinion on this new release. They state, “A foundation that stands up to sweat and humidity, controls oil, and lasts the entire day. All while remaining feather light and natural feeling on the skin.”
Sound good? Well head to a store near you or slide over to the Bobbi Brown website to get yourself a bottle. Each foundation retails for $46.
Not quite sold? Well, sometimes hearing from other consumers like yourself can help push you right over the makeup cliff. Here is what people are currently saying about this product:
“I would love to try this foundation! I’ve heard nothing but good things! Obsessed with your mascara!”
“I purchased this and it’s the best foundation I’ve ever owned! Thank you! Big shout out to the lovely guy on your counter within House of Fraser Birmingham too. Such a top man!”
“Nice!”
“Love!”
“Best foundation.”
“Yes my oily face is loving this!”
“Just got this, love it!”
“Love this. My new favorite foundation!”
“My holy Grail foundation.”
“In love with this foundation! My new HG for long wear! Makes my skin look Matte and flawless but with the glow!”
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They came, they saw, yet you were the one left horrified! In the world of makeup, flashback is VERY real and at times happens to the most unsuspecting victims. It’s time to end this photo nightmare once and for all dolls! Today, we are going to teach you exactly how to avoid foundation flashback in all of your photos.
Every Girl’s Nightmare – How to Avoid Foundation Flashback
Thanks to social media platforms such as Instagram, foundation flashback is no longer just an issue plaguing only rich and famous celebrities. Most likely, you have seen this very unfortunate beauty blunder on a red carpet or two. The starlet in person looks absolutely breath-taking and then the cameras flash! All of sudden, the resulting photographs are casting a spotlight dead center on concealer or foundation that looks lighter than all other areas of the face.
That ladies and gentlemen in a nutshell is what we call foundation flashback. If you’re still not quite sure, please take a brief moment to review the evidence at the outset of this article as well as right below this sentence.
Got it? Well, then you are probably like well 1966 that kicks rocks so how do we avoid foundation flashback? Very simple. It all starts with a product’s formula.
Say what? Yes! Most of the issues surrounding foundation flashback have absolutely nothing to do with how a wearer applies their makeup. A lot of the fault and blame is found right in the ingredients. Therefore, what ingredients or kinds of products should be avoided?
Glad that you asked. First and foremost, try to avoid foundation that contains SPF. Now if you do not plan to take pictures during your outing than by all means use this type of foundation. However, if pics are in fact on the menu it is best that you abstain from this particular type of makeup.
Nevertheless, if you have a SPF foundation that makes you look like Naomi Campbell, Bey or RiRi and you can’t leave home without it on, we glad to tell you that there is a work around. You will need to set your foundation… correctly. In this case, you will want to utilize a setting powder that has color in it. Such a toned powder will help act like shield against flashback.
How to Avoid Foundation Flashback – Run, Don’t Walk!
Besides SPF there are few other things you want to be on the lookout for in your products. For instance, if you see Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide you may want to be a little wary. Especially, if they are active ingredients. Meaning that they are in high concentrations within the product formula. The bigger the amount the higher the risk.
What about mineral makeup? Many beauty experts argue back and forth about this. Some say its bad, others herald that you can work with it. Nevertheless, it should be noted that mineral makeup usually contains Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide. Remember, we discussed these two guys earlier? So then, when it comes to mineral makeup caution should be used.
While for some mineral makeup may not cause a flashback, they do run into the problem of tons of illumination. This is because once any flash contacts the makeup it can make skin look super shiny. To combat this issue you will need to blot skin often in order to reduce shine. Moreover, to be absolutely sure your mineral makeup will not be problematic it is best to run a test; but, more on that in a moment.
Lastly, you will want to give a side eye to HD foundations. Especially, when these babies are 100% Silica. Seriously, run don’t walk away! HDs such as this are the pits and if you use more than a very fine, light amount they are guaranteed to show up! So if you plan to use a heavy hand with HD foundation just say no in the name of all things picture taking.
Avoid Foundation Flashback – The Test
As a wise person once said, “Testing a product is a learning process.” So then, if you never do a test you will not really know how a product will perform. The quickest and easiest way to test for flashback is to take a picture with the camera’s flash on. Your smartphone’s camera will do just fine.
Simply apply your makeup like you normally would and then snap a flash photo. Carefully study the results. Does any part of your face have that “ghostly,” dusty white powder effect going on? If not, then you are good to go! However, if you look like a distant cousin of Casper then you have learned the deadly truth about your foundation and need to avoid using it when its time to slay while saying cheese.
Want a little more help in this makeup matter? Here is a nifty video that will help you learn how to set your foundation in order to avoid foundation flashback. This video demonstrates how to use the “baking” technique. Not quite sure what baking is? No worries this tutorial will explain that too, enjoy!
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