Q&A for How to Apply Foundation

Foundation should be applied to clean, hydrated skin. Wash, tone, moisturize, and prime before applying foundation for the best results.

Dot generous dabs onto the tip of the nose, center of the forehead, cheeks, and chin. Use either a foundation brush or a sponge to spread and blend, using gentle circular motions, until your entire face is covered.

Depending on the type of foundation, you can apply it with either fingers, a sponge, or a brush. Use circular motions to blend it.

Use makeup brushes or sponges with a small amount of product. Apply using light pressure and blend.

Apply it with a damp beauty blender. Also, make sure that the tone is an exact match for your skin and apply in thin layers.

I like using a beauty blender but a foundation brush works really well too. With a beauty blender, you get a sheer, natural-looking finish.

Use a damp beauty blender or a foundation brush. Apply the foundation in circular movements starting at the center of your face and working out to the edges. Make sure to blend the foundation into your neck.

That depends! If you have dry skin, I recommend a cream moisturizer. Or, if you have oily skin, try a gel-based moisturizer.

Wash your face with a cleanser made for your skin type, then apply a toner to keep your skin smooth and even. Finally, apply a moisturizer.

Yes. Foundation should be applied to your entire face, including your eyelids and neck.

Yes, you may apply a powder foundation with a blush brush, but it is better to use a foundation brush.

You would want to blend the foundation under your chin to avoid any harsh lines. If you don't extend and blend the foundation under your chin, you may look as though you are wearing a mask.

Almost all powders work well, as they mostly contain similar ingredients. You may want to choose a powder slightly lighter than your skin tone for the best match.

Use concealer and/or foundation. But you shouldn't cover them up! Freckles are cute!

A foundation with a bit of a greenish undertone will work wonders when it comes to balancing out excessive redness in the face.

Three good options: Rimmel Wake Me Up, Rimmel Match Perfection, and Collection Lasting Perfection.

Yes.

Use powder. Powder is for after foundation, and setting spray is for when all of your makeup is done.

Tarte Amazonian Clay works best for hiding acne. A little goes a long way with this, and it's a little expensive, but lasts a very long time and it's worth it.

Whenever you want. Some people wear foundation daily, others just when they feel like it or on days when they want to look extra-good.

Yes, but brushes always absorb more foundation, which can be wasteful. I recommend using the beautyblender.

Nothing is a must in makeup. You can wear as much or as little as you like. Concealer is not necessary.

Foundation is an advanced product, a child or preteen probably shouldn't use it. You definitely don't want to use a lot of it, it's mainly needed as a base for other makeup, and this kind of mixing of different products requires some level of experience.

Apply highlighter to the middle of your nose and apply bronzer on the sides.

If you have whiteheads, it's best to not put makeup on them. It clogs the pores more and worsens it.

It's hard to say without seeing your exact skin tone. Swatch foundations and see which one works best for you.

Yeah! But put on primer before if you don't want more blackheads. Primer keeps your makeup on longer and it keeps it from blocking your pores.

Yes, definitely! It is completely up to you what makeup you wear and foundation by itself is perfectly okay.

Use primer and make sure you are thoroughly blending! If you can, using lighter coverage will make this easier.

Powder is better for oily skin or for a matte effect, but liquid foundations can be suitable for all skin types. If you have oily skin, purchase an oil-free formula. However, it's always a good idea to use a face primer before applying any foundation.