Would You Still Wear Foundation If Your Skin Was in Perfect Condition

[User67]

Wow, that's just crazy to me. lol. Not that you are crazy but the fact that you have gorgeous skin and you cover it up. My skin now looks exactly like the look I was trying to find WITH makeup. You shouldn't bury your skin under a ton of makeup. I have been hearing alot lately that makeup should be about enhancing your features and you should only use it on those areas that you need coverage. Not all over your face, that's the outdated look. I think you guys are behind the times!! just kidding, just kidding!![/quote]

Well I work as a make-up artist & putting foundation all over is not outdated at all. Maybe wearing foundation isn't right for you, but that's not the rule for everyone whether they have nice skin or not. Actually what I get complimented the most on at work is how my face looks. So obviously I am doing something right.

 

[d n d]

I agree with the above poster. Makeup and how one wants to wear it is truly up to the individual (whether we think it looks natural or not). I am sure people wear makeup for different reasons. Yes there are some people that wear it purely for beauty of it and really wouldn't need it otherwise. On the other hand, there are some people that wear it to mask imperfections that they can't afford to correct via a dermatologist or go through a lot of products that may or may not work.

I think it's all up to preference so I wouldn't say anyone with nice skin is wrong for wearing makeup nor would I say people with imperfections have to go to a dermatologist instead of covering their problems with makeup.

For me if I had perfect skin... I would probably just stick to a powder or a light liquid foundation. I would finish it with played up eyes and a lip color.

 

[chocolatesauce]

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Originally Posted by Nyla2120 Well I work as a make-up artist & putting foundation all over is not outdated at all. Maybe wearing foundation isn't right for you, but that's not the rule for everyone whether they have nice skin or not. Actually what I get complimented the most on at work is how my face looks. So obviously I am doing something right.

Oh no, I'm not saying that you were doing anything wrong! As a matter of fact, I was just making a joke when I said you were behind the times. Please don't get offended because that's not what I was trying to do. I really have no problem with the whole face of foundation thing, because that was me at one point. I understand the need to cover imperfections but I just wanted to see how many people would actually still wear foundation WITHOUT imperfections.

Maybe it's due to the fact that I have never gotten the foundation shade thingy right and now that I don't have to bother with it, I feel like a burden has been lifted off of my shoulders. I wanted to know if there were others out there who would rather have perfect skin and not have to use foundation. And I see that it's split right down the middle because others wouldn't, while others would.

I love make-up in general to death, so I'm not trying to argue with any fellow make-up comrades. I'm just a little shock at the fact that some will continue to pack it on even when they don't have to. That's all, no drama mama!

 

[ginger9]

It depends on what one considers a "perfect condition" complexion. Not to sound like I'm bragging but I don't have acne, my skin is very smooth and there are no visible pores. However I have major dark circles under my eyes. I have some broken capilliaries here and there and also the general color can be sallow.

I don't wear foundation to "cover" anything but to give me a better overall complexion. I like the fact that foundation gives me a warmer, brighter just overall more pulled together look. I don't wear a lot of it but I do like the look I get wearing foundation.

People wear foundation/makeup for all sorts of reasons. I don't think there's a wrong or right reasons for wearing it. Some people want to achieve that natural and MFBB look while others have the skill and creativity to really work with makeup and embrace the look of "yes I am wearing makeup and proud of it". Do whatever makes you happy, who's to tell someone else what is the right way of doing things as long as they aren't hurting anyone

 

[brownsuga lady]

I'm going to say I wouldn't wear it because its only rare that I wear it now.

My skin isn't perfect but its not in bad shape either. I usually do spot concealing blended with MSF powder and some blot powder throughout the day for shine. My main gripe with foundation is that "made up look" and the fact that it smudges on clothes and various other objects if you put your head down or happen to touch your face in some way.

 

[makeba]

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Originally Posted by chocolatesauce She gave me gram powder, which is a plant. She's from India and told me that I should never use harsh substances on my face like Neutrogena and she also said that it was the ONLY thing that got rid of her acne. I hardly have acne due to the fact that I'm on prescription meds, but her skin was so gorgeous I had to try it. She told me to mix the powder with lemon juice and milk. It removes hyper-pigmentation (skin darkened by sunlight), brightens my skin, and exfoliates. And get this! It has erased all of my oily areas. I don't worry about oily skin anymore because the Gram flour corrects inbalances in my skin and it only produces the amount of oil needed, not excess.

can you tell me more about the gram powder you use and where to get it? is it an ayuvedic product (plant based) product? tell us more!!! i have hyperpigmentation on my face and it bothers me soo bad. if this product is natural and is this good i am all for it!!

 

[MAC_Pixie04]

I have to play DA I guess and say that I don't believe it's possible to have skin in perfect condition; I would say that it's definitely acheivable to have skin in great condition, and skin that looks visibly pleasing to yourself and others around you, but the idea of perfection is just that--an idea.

Back to question at hand; I don't have perfect skin. I take good care of my skin, I have very few problems with my skin, althought I do get occasional acne, I don't wear my SPF everyday like I should (I'm oily and on hot, humid days it just isn't comfortable), it's extremely oily, and I am prone to discoloration after inflammation or irritation. However, I avoid foundation whenever possible. If i'm not going to work or going out, I won't bother. Maybe some loose powder to control my oil, or a primer or serum to fill in my pores and again control my oil, but I really try not to wear much on my face. For example, I right now have on mascara, blush, and chapstick. And it feels lovely!

So "perfect" or "imperfect" skin, I'm still not a huge foundation wearer. Guess I'm not much help huh? lol

 

[chocolatesauce]

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Originally Posted by MAC_Pixie04 I have to play DA I guess and say that I don't believe it's possible to have skin in perfect condition; I would say that it's definitely acheivable to have skin in great condition, and skin that looks visibly pleasing to yourself and others around you, but the idea of perfection is just that--an idea. Back to question at hand; I don't have perfect skin. I take good care of my skin, I have very few problems with my skin, althought I do get occasional acne, I don't wear my SPF everyday like I should (I'm oily and on hot, humid days it just isn't comfortable), it's extremely oily, and I am prone to discoloration after inflammation or irritation. However, I avoid foundation whenever possible. If i'm not going to work or going out, I won't bother. Maybe some loose powder to control my oil, or a primer or serum to fill in my pores and again control my oil, but I really try not to wear much on my face. For example, I right now have on mascara, blush, and chapstick. And it feels lovely! So "perfect" or "imperfect" skin, I'm still not a huge foundation wearer. Guess I'm not much help huh? lol

That's true and no, I don't believe my skin is "perfect" however, it is in really good shape and I feel that wearing foundation would take away from its luminosity and the clear-complexion I have worked so hard for by getting facials, using prescription meds, herbal remedies, and sunblock. I mean, when you think of it when we say that people's makeup look good, it is usually that their skin is in an optimal shape, which doesn't call for them to wear as much makeup.

But to each his own and I appreciate the valuable feedback and I love being a part of these boards because I see that you all are true make-up
addicts who enjoy all things beauty, just like me.

 

[xbrookecorex]

Oh god no I wouldn't wear it with perfect skin, what a waste of money and clogged pores! I have 'decent' skin and I only wear foundation about once a month when there's an emergency or something haha

 

[elektra513]

I understands both sides of the coin here. But I think that in order for your makeup to look good your skin has to be fairly healthy, so those who have great skin, they can pride themselves in knowing that their foundation whenever they choose to wear it will look awesome. Some readers may think that the original questions are a little slanted because the OP isn't really into foundation to begin with like others might be. It's like saying why wear plushglass if your lips are already full...the answer is "Because I want to"...That's a choice we all have. If you're into it, then that's cool; if not, that's cool too, y'know? But either choice isn't better than the other. It's just subjective in the end.

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

To the OP, yes. I have clear skin and I still wear foundation and powder. I just like a polished flawless look and I feel that foundation is a great base for blush and everything else. Also, I have found that wearing a full face of makeup really helps when you are wearing bold lips or eyes. It ties everything together without one thing looking to "out there".

 

[Twinkle_Twinkle]

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Originally Posted by Simply Elegant I'm not a WOC but I still think it applies to me. I would still wear it. Instead of medium coverage foundation that I wear now, I'd use tinted moisturizer and no concealer for my undereye circles and a light dusting of translucent powder. I think it completes the look, especially with heavy eye makeup.

Exactly. If you have "good" skin, I don't see the point in wearing full coverage, then you are covering what is already in top shape. But sheer to medium coverage, for me, just makes things flawless, especially because as some one said, no one's skin is perfect. Just my thoughts.

 

[chocolatesauce]

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Originally Posted by makeba can you tell me more about the gram powder you use and where to get it? is it an ayuvedic product (plant based) product? tell us more!!! i have hyperpigmentation on my face and it bothers me soo bad. if this product is natural and is this good i am all for it!!

Hmm..I'm on LHCF so I hear about ayuvedic products and their wonders all the time, but I'm not too familiar with ayuvedic, so I can't really answer that question. I also don't know much about the gram flour/powder as I've only been using it for about 2 weeks and I've never purchased it. Another name for it is "Bengal Gram." My Bio teacher gave me a bag of it. Keep in mind that it is not a "miracle" product but it does definitely work. The day after using it for the first time, I thought my skin looked brighter and clearer but I just chalked it up to my imagination. However, two people told me my skin was glowing and that I looked "brighter" somehow. One was a male and another was a female. When my teacher saw me, she said that she could tell I used the powder the night before.

Supposedly it's a very popular facial exfoliant in India and she told me to use milk and make a paste with it, however I googled it before using it and it said to mix with lemon juice AND milk to help with hyperpigmentation, acne, and exfoliation.

I used it for 4 days straight, wearing it for 20 minutes each time, and I follow up with moisturizer. The first two days were wonderful. By the fourth day it dried my skin out so I knew that it wasn't for everyday use. I should have listened to my teacher when she told me to use it only about 2 times a week. The good thing is that during those first 2 days, I didn't have an oily t-zone area and my face normally produces oil like crazy! When I woke up those mornings, my face was still moisturized and was not running with oil like it usually does in the mornings. Throughout the day, the oil still remained at bay and my face did not feel dry. It felt soft and moisturized.

Now, I cannot speak on its acne benefits because I still continue to use my prescription meds (Differin-Gel and Duac). I do believe that it is a great natural exfoliator and skin corrector, however. You will feed the mask harden as you leave it on and you simply wash it off with water. Your skin will be as soft as the dickens. I have never had my facial skin this soft. I touch it so much that I think I might be transferring bacteria onto it from my hands. lol.

I really think that if you are interested in trying it makeba, you should give it a shot and let me know your results. I would love to hear if it works for you and your opinion. My professor says that she buys it from the Indian store but I do not know how much it costs. I will probably have to purchase some in the next month when I run out, however.

Hmmm...I think I covered everything. If there is anything else, just let me know or PM me.

 

[MsCocoa]

I have pretty good skin I hate the feel of foundation so I take good care of my skin and instead wear natural powder and bronzer, if anything I'll use a bit of concealer under my eyes especially when wearing a dark eye.

 

[MsCocoa]

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[Ruby_Woo]

I have pretty good skin. Sometimes I don't wear any foundation at all, and people think I am! But I do like to wear foundation because, if applied properly, it makes the skin look polished and really pretty.

And I just love wearing makeup so I do

 

[MsCocoa]

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[spectrolite]

Hmm, I'd probably just wear the MSF Natural on it's own. I think that makeup just sticks better to other makeup if that makes sense. In my experience blush and shadow looks heaps better and more vibrant when I have something on my face first.

 

[dreamiez]

What does skin in perfect condition means?

I wear foundation not cause i want to cover anything, but sort of as a base before i do any other make up.

am still looking for a suitable tinted moisturizer though!

 

[MACaholic76]

This is a great thread! And we can sit here and debate all day long and agree to disagree. First, I'd say that foundation on not so great skin doesn't look great either. Foundation certainly helps, but if your skin is not in good shape, foundation and powder sometimes tend to emphasize the flaws rather than hide them. I had a young lady at my counter a couple of weeks ago who had about 20lbs of foundation trying to cover her awful acne breakouts and you can sense her desperation in trying to cover up. She wanted me to layer this thing over that thing over the other. I ended up taking it all off and adding a dot of concealer where needed and some bronzer. She looked much better and healthier. I also had a lady who had gorgeous perfect skin wanting to try studio fix fluid and it took me 2 seconds to match her and the finish on her already perfect skin was amazing!
Second, from my experience, a lot of women of color dont wear foundation not due to skin issues or lack thereof but more because it is truly frustrating finding a color match. Trust me, even at our counter I have trouble finding that perfect fit for women of color.
One last word...foundation is a choice and not something we should be judged by. As I'm reading the thread the notion that bad skin = foundation keeps flying by. I truly hope thats not what we are trying to get at here. Oh, and I do have ok skin and there are days I opt for foundation, other times just concealer, and sometimes, although rarely, I go with nothing.