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Foundation How-To
Foundation How-To
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Before
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After
Step 1
Prep
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Step 1Prep
Before applying foundation, prep your skin with touch of moisturizer to make sure it’s smooth and hydrated.
Step 2
Choose Your Shade
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Step 2Choose Your Shade
Choose your favorite foundation formula, then swatch 2 to 3 shades on the side of your face and on your forehead; the shade that disappears is the correct one for your skin tone. If the foundation looks ashy, it’s too light. If it looks too yellow, it’s too dark.
Step 3
Apply
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Step 3Apply
Foundation should be applied after under eye concealer. Use your fingers, a Foundation Brush or Makeup Sponge to apply foundation. Start around the nose and mouth where skin tends to be red and uneven. For a full-coverage look, apply and blend foundation on the rest of the face.
Step 4
Set
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Step 4Set
For the most polished look—and added staying power—set foundation with a light dusting of face powder. Use a Powder Brush for sheer application and a Powder Puff for more coverage.
Step 5
Warm Up
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Step 5Warm Up
Warm up the skin with a dusting of Bronzing Powder over cheeks, forehead, nose, chin and neck using the Bronzer Brush.
Foundation How-To
Foundation How-To
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Before
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After
Step 1
Prep
![](/media/export/cms/makeup_lessons/lesson_nine_foundation_how_to/step1_prep.png)
Step 1Prep
Before applying foundation, prep your skin with touch of moisturizer to make sure it’s smooth and hydrated.
Step 2
Choose Your Shade
![](/media/export/cms/makeup_lessons/lesson_nine_foundation_how_to/step2_choose_your_shade.png)
Step 2Choose Your Shade
Choose your favorite foundation formula, then swatch 2 to 3 shades on the side of your face and on your forehead; the shade that disappears is the correct one for your skin tone. If the foundation looks ashy, it’s too light. If it looks too yellow, it’s too dark.
Step 3
Apply
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Step 3Apply
Foundation should be applied after under eye concealer. Use your fingers, a Foundation Brush or Makeup Sponge to apply foundation. Start around the nose and mouth where skin tends to be red and uneven. For a full-coverage look, apply and blend foundation on the rest of the face.
Step 4
Set
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Step 4Set
For the most polished look—and added staying power—set foundation with a light dusting of face powder. Use a Powder Brush for sheer application and a Powder Puff for more coverage.
Step 5
Warm Up
![](/media/export/cms/makeup_lessons/lesson_nine_foundation_how_to/step5_warm_up.png)
Step 5Warm Up
Warm up the skin with a dusting of Bronzing Powder over cheeks, forehead, nose, chin and neck using the Bronzer Brush.