Foundation tips/recs? Looking for a natural, dewy look

[thewickedstyle]

I really need a new foundation and I'm going to MAC on Friday for 3D... I've never tried MAC foundation but I thought Id get an MA to help me out.

I'm on the dry side so I mostly prefer liquid foundation; I can be prone to breakouts, but I'm on Proactiv and that controls it pretty well. Overall I want that fresh, dewy look...anything I should check out?

Also are there any tutorials on the web for applying foundation/concealor/highlighter to get that flawless look? TIA girls

 

[faifai]

If you're looking for light coverage, the MAC Select Tint leaves a nice dewy finish on my skin without looking heavy at all.

 

[claresauntie]

If you don't need a lot of coverage, try MAC's Face & Body Foundation for a dewy look.

Other products people like for this look are Mineralize Satinfinish and Hyperreal, but if you have breakouts you may want to skip anything with a lot of shimmer, since shimmer draws attention to any irregularities in your skin.

You can always try Strobe Cream under your foundation, too, to add to that luminous look.

And I like a little Silver Dusk or Golden Bronze loose iridescent powder (or Belightful if you can get your hands on it).

 

[nunu]

to acheive a dewy look i apply moisturiser on my face for 5 mins b4 i apply foundation. it gives my fave a natural glow.

 

[kashleigh80]

I agree about Select Tint. I use it with a little concealer in my trouble spots. I avoid using powder afterwards if you really want a nice glow. I also put moisturizer on right before the Select Tint. That way your skin looks nice and hydrated. I love using a sheertone shimmer blush on top like Sprinsheen. Makes the skin look beautiful!

 

[PolyphonicLove]

uhm.

I love Mark's C-Thru-U Tint, paired with Mark's Just Pinched Blush in Cheeky.

I just did a review on it, here's the link if you'd like to check it out!

and excuse how...weird I look. but I am wearing the makeup in the vid if that helps!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Gk-yD26YVQ

 

[PBunnieP]

Try HypeReal... it contains light reflecting particles that give you a dewy look. You can also spray FIX+ on top of it to make it more fresh and dewy.

 

[yummy411]

Quote:

Originally Posted by claresauntie If you don't need a lot of coverage, try MAC's Face & Body Foundation for a dewy look. Other products people like for this look are Mineralize Satinfinish and Hyperreal, but if you have breakouts you may want to skip anything with a lot of shimmer, since shimmer draws attention to any irregularities in your skin. You can always try Strobe Cream under your foundation, too, to add to that luminous look. And I like a little Silver Dusk or Golden Bronze loose iridescent powder (or Belightful if you can get your hands on it).

great summation of tips.. i agree!

 

[yummy411]

mineralize satin finish foundation rocks.... it has shimmer particles, but barely noticeable (i didn't know until someone told me).. if you still feel/look dry, use FIX+ after! that's the ultimate in a 'finishing spray' to give your skin real texture and a natural glow. oh yeh, barbie beauty powder in pearl sunshine is ravishing for a healthy irridescent glow (highlighting/ all over powder)!

 

[thewickedstyle]

Thank you for all the advice. I'm going to MAC tonight for some 3ds so I am going to check out a lot of the products suggested.

I'm sensitive to a lot of moisturizers and tend to break out when I over-use them or use a very rich/heavy one, so I have to strike a good balance. Thanks again!