How to apply foundation?

How to do your complexion makeup?

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Among the foundations we offer, several products stand out. The Achille balm is an essential, multi-purpose product. Non-greasy, it soothes, repairs, and protects.

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What truly distinguishes us is its rich and varied shade palette. Whether you have fair, medium, or dark skin, you will certainly find a shade suited to your skin tone among the options offered by the brand. Moreover, our foundations are formulated to blend naturally with the skin, thus avoiding unflattering lines.

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Skin preparation

Before you start applying makeup, it's essential to prepare your skin. This preparation step helps achieve a smooth and even complexion, while also ensuring better makeup hold.

Facial cleansing

Choose a gentle cleanser to remove impurities, excess sebum, and accumulated makeup residue. Use lukewarm water to rinse your face and gently pat dry with a clean towel.

Skin hydration

After cleansing, it is essential to hydrate your skin with a cream. Choose a non-greasy and light moisturizer that penetrates the skin easily. Apply it in gentle circular motions to promote absorption.

Sun protection

Sun protection is important when preparing the skin, even if you don't plan to spend a lot of time outdoors. Use sunscreen with an appropriate protection factor. Apply it generously to your face and neck, making sure to cover all exposed areas.

Primer

If you want to prolong the wear of your makeup and minimize the appearance of pores, you can use a primer. Choose a primer suited to your skin type (mattifying, hydrating, smoothing, etc.) and apply a small amount to the entire face or only to targeted areas. Once your skin is prepared, you are ready to move on to the next step: applying the makeup base.

Choosing the base

The choice of makeup base is crucial for achieving an even and perfectly prepared complexion. There is a variety of bases on the market, each offering specific benefits depending on your needs and skin type.

Type of base

Liquid foundations are the most commonly used and are suitable for most skin types. They offer buildable coverage, ranging from light to fuller coverage. Powder foundations are more suitable for oily skin, as they have mattifying properties. BB or CC creams offer light to medium coverage while providing additional benefits such as hydration, sun protection, and complexion correction.

Shade matching

It is essential to choose a base shade that perfectly matches your skin color. To do this, test the base on your jawline rather than your wrist, as skin color often differs between these two areas. Opt for a shade that blends harmoniously with your neck to avoid demarcation lines.

Adapted formula

In addition to the shade, it's important to consider your skin type when choosing a makeup base. If you have oily skin, opt for a base with a mattifying finish to control shine. For dry skin, favor hydrating bases to prevent dehydration and add radiance to your complexion. Combination skin can opt for balancing bases that control excess sebum while hydrating dry areas.

Base application

To apply the makeup base, you can use your fingers, a brush, or a sponge. Fingers are practical for blending the base and achieving a natural finish. Brushes allow for more precise application and a smoother result. Sponges are ideal for a light and blended application. Once you have selected the appropriate makeup base, you can move on to the next step: applying foundation.

Foundation application

Applying foundation is a crucial step to achieve an even and flawless complexion.

Quantity

It is best to start with a small amount, as it is easier to add product if necessary than to remove it if there is too much. You can always add more later if you need additional coverage.

Application

As with the base, you can use your fingers, a brush, or a sponge to apply foundation. Each method offers a different finish, so choose the one that suits you best.

• With your fingers, apply the foundation by lightly tapping it onto your face. Then, blend it in with gentle circular motions. Fingers can help warm up the product and blend it perfectly with the skin.
• Use a flat foundation brush or a synthetic bristle brush. Take a small amount of foundation on the back of your hand, then apply it to your face with regular strokes from the center outwards. Blend well to avoid visible streaks.
• Lightly dampen a makeup sponge and squeeze out excess water. Take some foundation on the back of your hand, then dab the sponge onto your face with gentle tapping motions. Blend the foundation using dabbing motions to achieve a natural, streak-free finish.

Blending

Regardless of the application method, make sure to blend the foundation carefully to avoid demarcation lines and achieve a natural result. Blend the product well all over your face, paying particular attention to areas where you need more coverage.

Finish

Once the foundation is applied and blended, check if you need to add a little more product for additional coverage. Make sure the foundation is well blended with your neck to avoid color mismatches.

Complexion correction

Complexion correction involves targeting and correcting specific imperfections such as dark circles, redness, or spots. This step helps achieve a more uniform and flawless complexion.

Concealer for dark circles

To conceal dark circles under your eyes, use a complexion corrector. Choose a shade slightly lighter than your foundation to brighten the area. Apply the corrector by gently tapping with your finger or a precision brush. Gently blend it by smoothing the edges to achieve a natural transition.

Color corrector

If you have redness or pigmentation spots, color correctors can be used to neutralize unwanted tones. Here are the commonly used shades to correct different imperfections:

• Green corrector: neutralizes redness and pimples.
• Yellow corrector: reduces bluish or purplish dark circles.
• Peach or orange corrector: conceals dark spots or bluish dark circles on darker skin tones.

Apply the color corrector to the affected areas using a precision brush or your finger. Gently blend the product until it merges with the skin.

Foundation application

After correcting specific imperfections, apply your foundation as described previously. Be sure to carefully blend the foundation over the corrected areas for a consistent result.

Finishing powder

To set your makeup and reduce shine, use a translucent or lightly tinted finishing powder. Apply the powder over your entire face using a large, soft brush. Focus more on the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) to control excess oil. The finishing powder will also help to prolong the wear of your makeup.

Illumination and Bronzer

To bring radiance to your complexion and add a touch of warmth, illumination and bronzer are essential steps.

Highlighter

Highlighter is a product that adds luminous reflections to certain areas of the face, giving a radiant and youthful effect. Choose a highlighter that matches your skin tone and your preference, whether it's a liquid, powder, or creamy formula.

Apply highlighter to areas that naturally catch the light, such as the cheekbones, brow bone, inner corner of the eye, bridge of the nose, and Cupid's bow. Use a fan brush or a small precision brush for precise application and gently blend for a natural result.  

Bronzer or sun powder

Bronzer is an ideal product for adding warmth and dimension to your complexion. Choose a bronzer that matches your skin tone and avoid shades that are too dark or orange, which can create an artificial look. Use a large, soft powder brush to pick up a small amount of bronzer.

Apply bronzer to the areas where the sun naturally hits your face: the temples, cheekbones, sides of the nose, and lower jawline. Blend the product well to avoid visible lines and ensure that the bronzer blends perfectly with your foundation.  

Additional tips

If you want to intensify the effect of the highlighter, you can lightly mist a makeup setting spray over your face to make it stand out more.

When applying bronzer, start with a small amount of product and gradually add more according to the desired intensity.

For a more natural look, remember to carefully blend the highlighter and bronzer to avoid harsh lines and achieve a harmonious blend.

Remember to adapt the illumination and bronzer to your overall makeup and the occasion. These steps can provide subtle luminosity for everyday makeup or be intensified for special occasions. Experiment with different products and techniques to find what works best for you and enhances your complexion.

Complexion finish

The complexion finish is the last step to perfect your makeup and achieve a flawless complexion. It consists of adding final touches to give radiance, set the makeup, and obtain a natural finish.

Blush or cheek color

To add color and dimension to your face, apply blush or cheek color. Choose a shade that suits your skin tone and your overall makeup. Smile slightly to locate your cheekbones, then apply the blush in light circular motions towards the temples. Blend well for a natural and harmonious effect.

Makeup setting spray

To ensure long-lasting makeup and prevent shine, use a makeup setting spray. Lightly spray the product over the entire face, holding it about 20 centimeters away. Be sure to close your eyes during application to avoid any contact with them.

Touch-ups and corrections

Throughout the day, you can make light touch-ups to keep your complexion fresh and flawless. Carry a mattifying powder with you to eliminate unwanted shine, a concealer to correct small imperfections, and a brush to reapply blush or highlighter if necessary.

Makeup removal

Finally, remember to thoroughly remove your makeup at the end of the day to allow your skin to breathe and regenerate overnight. Use a gentle makeup remover suitable for your skin type to completely eliminate makeup and impurities. Then, apply a moisturizer to nourish the skin during sleep.

Conclusion

Successful complexion makeup can transform your appearance and give you unparalleled confidence. By following the steps and tips presented in this article, you will be able to create a perfectly unified and natural complexion. Remember to adapt the products to your skin type and personal preferences. With a little practice, you will be able to master the art of complexion makeup to achieve radiant skin at all times.