How To Choose The Perfect Foundation?

So how many times have you seen those models with flawless skin and secretly hated them? Well I do not know about you, but where I am concerned, every time I look at my skin and compare it to the flawless complexions of models on screen or print, I want to wear a paper bag on my head. But that doesn't seem practical to me, so my next thought is to have some kind of skin transplant that allows me to get rid of the scars forever. But alas! We know that is expensive and impractical too. This brings me back to reality and to the world of makeup. Thank whoever introduced the concept of makeup or to be precise foundation, because without it, I would be walking around with a paper bag, believe you me!!

Choose Your Foundation According to:

...Your Skin Type
Your foundation needs to suit your skin and not cause any allergies or reactions. The last thing you want is another outbreak of pimples on your skin. Is your skin oily, dry, and normal or a combination of oily and dry? Those with oily skin should buy foundation that is oil free and also helps in control shine and oil in the skin. The best foundations for oily skin are in a matte or powder finish. If you have dry skin, then buy one with some moisturizers is best for you. Opt for one that is creamy or liquid-based; this will avoid your skin from looking dry and cakey. Those with combination skin should choose a moisturizing, yet one that gives you a matte look. And people with sensitive skin should go for one that is free of fragrance and oil and one that has been tested for skin irritation.

...Your Skin Color and Tone
Most people make the mistake of buying foundation that doesn't suit their color or tone of the face. This only ends up looking silly, imagine a lighter face and darker neck. Avoid this by knowing what category your skin tone and color falls under. People who are very fair are 'Ivory', those who are tanned or darker are "Tan' or 'Beige' and those who are not pale but not dark are in the 'neutral' or 'natural' category. Skin tone is the underlying tint in your skin. These are pink, yellow or peach. If you are a pink undertone, you need to even out your skin tone by using a yellow toned foundation. Always select according to your skin color and tone. Try it on your face and not on hands because hands are always a different color from the face. Better than the face, is trying out on the neck.

...Your Environment and Its Climate
Though most people do not even consider this climate and environment while choosing foundation, it is important. What is the climate where you live? Are you in a place that is cold, or are you in a place that is hot and humid. Your lifestyle and environment around you also makes a difference. According to this you may want to choose foundation with SPF in it, or one that is sweat proof and waterproof. Or you may want a foundation that has moisturizers in it.