Applying a makeup base is a necessary step in preparing the skin for makeup. It is primers that hide problem areas and imperfections even before applying foundation, mattify, “erase” pores, and some can even become a full-fledged replacement for anti-aging care. Look for the best in our rating!

Light cream-gel with the effect of radiance Prep + Prime Natural Radiance, M.A.C (2880 RUB)

Prep + Prime Natural Radiance, M.A.C is a gel emulsion that not only prepares the skin for makeup application, but also brightens the skin. The remedy is saturated natural ingredients, moisturizing and controlling the release of sebum, so you don’t have to worry about the appearance of a greasy shine on your face. Vitamins E and C protect the skin, while caffeine extract soothes and helps reduce redness. Pearly particles in the composition of the product are enough to use the cream-gel for strobing.

Makeup base Fresh Glow Luminous Fluid Base, Burberry (1800 RUB)

Fresh Glow Luminous Fluid Base, Burberry, will suit girls who are looking for a light, comfortable make-up base, but do not need a matte skin, but want to give their face a delicate glow. The product is 55% water, which provides a long-lasting moisturizing effect. The light-reflecting pearls included in the composition help to create an even natural tone and give the skin freshness and radiance. The product can be applied both on bare skin and over foundation: for example, on the cheekbones, bridge of the nose, lip arch and chin to enhance the natural beauty of the face. There are 2 colors in the palette: for light and normal skin(Nude Radiance 01) and for swarthy (Golden Radiance 02).

Smoothing makeup base with hyaluronic acid My Payot Super Base, Payot (2099 RUB)

The My Payot line is designed specifically for dull and tired skin. Payot brand experts offer to restore its radiance and healthy appearance with the help of herbal extracts of goji and acai berries, which have powerful protective and tonic properties. The make-up base from this collection is also created on the basis of these ingredients, only hyaluronic acid has been added to them, which smoothes the skin texture and fills in fine wrinkles. It also contains a cocktail of vitamins C and E, which neutralizes free radicals and has an antioxidant effect.

Mattifying makeup base Matifying & Pore Minimizing Primer, Lumene (670 rubles)

Base Matifying & Pore Minimizing Primer, Lumene, ideal for oily and combination skin, because it makes it matte for the whole day and visually narrows the pores. The main component of the product is arctic cloudberry. This unique berry has anti-aging properties and is rich in fatty acids that protect and strengthen the skin. Cloudberries are twice as rich in vitamin C as oranges, so the nectar from their berries cleanses cells of toxins and makes the skin glow. Despite the fact that the base is presented in a rather small tube (20 ml), it is consumed economically, so you can be sure that the funds will last for a long time.

As a basis for applying foundation, girls often use fluids or any available moisturizing products. They allow you to give the skin silkiness and ensure the uniformity of the application of cosmetics. A make-up base is needed to get perfect skin with an even, radiant color, as well as extending the life of the make-up.

What is a makeup base and why is it needed

Makeup base is a special cosmetic product which helps to prepare the skin for further makeup application. According to many make-up artists, this product is not a must-have in a cosmetic bag, but will be quite useful for special occasions. It is not recommended to use the base every day because of its ability to clog pores. It is thanks to its dense consistency that it eliminates small wrinkles and irregularities on the epidermis, which make it difficult to distribute Foundation.

Why do you need a makeup base:

• For a permanent make-up. Due to the mineral particles that are often included in such products, this product absorbs skin secretions and moisture. Due to this, shadows, powder and foundation stay on the face much longer than usual;
• For perfectly even skin. Many paid attention to the fact that even after applying a dense foundation, some imperfections remain noticeable. In order for the epidermis to be even and brightened, “as in the picture”, you need to use a special base;
• To create the effect of inner radiance. Mineral particles, in addition to absorbing properties, also have the ability to reflect light. Thanks to this property, the makeup base creates the effect of a soft natural glow of the epidermis.

Types of makeup bases

Depending on the functions performed, makeup bases are classified according to their properties.

Among all products there are types:

Leveling base

Almost no professional make-up can do without leveling the epidermis. There is an opinion that such a procedure can be replaced by moisturizing cream, but this is not so. For the skin of the eyes, cheeks, lips and even the décolleté, deep nourishment and filling of folds is necessary. Only this approach will ensure high-quality application of tonalka.

This option is also worth choosing if you urgently need to moisturize your face before applying the main layer of make-up, as well as eliminate peeling. Often, products are enriched with vitamin or moisturizing complexes and have a light fluid or mousse structure.

Givenchy Actimine (Givenchy)– a good base for any make-up, characterized by the ability to neutralize yellow tint. Ideal for use with foundation that has a sheen of yellow or other unnaturally warm undertones. Contains extracts from milk, extracts of kiwi and other fruits. Slightly cheaper, but very similar, Givenchy Mister smooth base lissante.

L'Oreal Lumi Magique Base Concentre (Loreal Magic)- an inexpensive makeup base that performs several properties at once. It mattifies and hides skin imperfections, normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands, prepares the epidermis for applying foundation or pressed cosmetic products. From a series of products, we also recommend trying L'Oreal Paris Infaillible Primer Base (Loreal Infaillible).

An excellent summer leveling base. Provides SPF 18, enriched with vitamins and mineral particles. Additionally, it has a mild moisturizing complex: it smoothes the skin, but does not create the effect of a “wet” shine.

masking base

This is a pigmented or colored base. It is distinguished by a similar product by the presence of a certain shade in the structure. This allows you to more effectively hide some of the flaws. For example, green VOV Pure Make-up Base is often used to correct problematic skin.

Another feature of these tools is high density. To narrow the pores and hide certain irregularities, the product should have a fairly thick consistency. Therefore, such products are often not suitable for daily use.

Collistar Face Primer Evening Brightening (Kolistrar)- an elite base containing microfine mineral powder, stearic acid, mica. Leads the ranking of the most recommended bases of last year. It has reflective properties, does not contain silicones.

Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser (Maybelline)– chic corrective base under everyday makeup. Unlike many analogues, it can be used daily, it belongs to the middle segment. Contains cherry extract and safe silicones.

Chanel Le Blanc de Chanel (Chanel) An almost all-natural moisturizing base for any age group women. Main Feature of this product is versatility: when applied locally, the base becomes a highlighter, foundation or tint veil. Contains extract from kelp, extracts of licorice, witch hazel, rose water, mineral particles.

Silicone base

It contains silicones as the main components. With their help, it provides a soft and even coating, a kind of beige veil. Ideal for creating evening make-up, since it is often water-repellent. Helps brighten the skin, extend the wear and improve the evenness of foundation application.

Artdeco Make Up Base with Anti-aging Effect (Artdeco)- a dense enough foundation to replace the main foundation. On the face creates the effect of a thin veil, evenly distributed over the folds and depressions. It has a slight lifting effect, contains safe silicones, does not clog pores.

Manly Pro Elixir HD (Manly) suitable for dry and dehydrated skin. It can be used as a daily moisturizer, but applied in a thin layer, no frills. It is a budget analogue of the more famous Givenchy product. Contains extracts from plants, as well as silicone compounds.

Eclat Minute (Eclat)- Pearlescent silicone base with polymers that add shine. As a result of application, the effect of highlighting the epidermis is formed. Very long lasting, but soft, due to which it does not clog pores. Suitable for use as a highlighter.

Base for oily skin

The main difference between the base oily skin from any other, is the consistency. It should be as light as possible so as not to clog pores, but at the same time dense enough to eliminate shine. Enriched with mineral components, extracts from various plants and oils.

Often non-comedogenic, so it can be used every day. It also contains a minimum amount of silicones and additional moisturizing complexes. The most famous products are:

Korean Holika Holika Naked Face Tone-Up Base (Holika Holika)- Ideal for problematic skin. This makeup base is enriched with minerals, plant extracts and reflective particles.

Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer oil-free (Smashbox)- a radiant base for any make-up. It has strong absorbent properties, eliminates oily sheen and inflammation. Enriched with vitamins A, C, E, plant extracts, fruit extracts.

Max Factor Face Finiti All Day Primer- professional background. Known for its non-comedogenicity, due to which it can be used on problematic and sensitive skin. Contains moisturizing ingredients and vitamin complexes.

How to apply makeup base on face

To properly apply the base for makeup, it is important to prepare the face. The skin is cleansed of dead cells by scrubbing, after which it is moisturized with a day cream. Depending on the type of base chosen, it is recommended to select a cream with UF factors. We recommend NIVEA pre-makeup (Nivea).

Video: make-up base - choose a primer
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Instructions on how to use the Nyx Photo-loving primer makeup base (Nyx):

1. To create a dense layer, you need to apply the base with driving movements with your fingertips. This technique is suitable for owners of problematic or very dry epidermis. If you need a thin layer (to improve the distribution of foundation), then it is better to use a sponge;
2. The product should be applied along the massage lines. The base does not rub, but it is driven into the skin. The fact is that any top or primer becomes invisible with intensive rubbing. Therefore, it is better to simply gently distribute the product over the skin by tapping;
3. When the base is absorbed, you can apply foundation.

Which makeup base is better - an overview

Eva Mosaic Perfect Matt Primer (Eva Mosaic) consists of mineral particles and silicone compounds. It gives the skin a matte radiance, normalizes the work of pores, prolongs the durability of makeup.

Dior Glow Maximizer Light Boosting Primer (Dior) offers not only the creation of a dense and uniform base for makeup, but also soft moisturizing. This base has a very gentle mousse structure, does not form a film on the face when applied. Contains foam oil and alpinia extract.

Oriflame The ONE IlluSkin Face Primer (Oriflame)- an excellent tool for visually narrowing pores and smoothing the skin. Contains silicone components and a moisturizing complex, prolongs the durability of foundation, suitable for use on the eyes. This is a complete analogue of Avon (Avon) Suite, but it costs a little cheaper.

Oriflame The ONE IlluSkin Face Primer

1. For skin radiance

You know that only a doll can have absolutely matte skin. Healthy, hydrated skin is always a little shiny! Touche Éclat Primer from Yves Saint Laurent. The gel base will help you perfectly evenly distribute the fluid over the skin, and the radiant particles in its composition will reflect the light, and your skin will look amazing.

2. To mask mimic wrinkles

Popular

To prevent foundation or powder from clogging into micro-fine wrinkles, suddenly emphasizing them, pre-apply M.A.C. And no wrinkles!

3. To moisturize the skin

The ideal base for dry and dehydrated skin is Brightening & Tightening by Urban Decay. The composition includes hyaluronic acid, and during the day the skin will be moisturized, which means that the makeup will last longer and will not harm the skin.

4. To mask redness

Owners of oily and problematic skin know what it's like to simultaneously try to mask treacherous pimples and not worsen the situation by clogging the pores with foundation. There is a way out: before the tone, apply Effaclar A.I. by La Roche-Posay. While you will delight yourself and those around you with a beautiful view, the active components of this product will dry up pimples, remove redness and have an antibacterial effect.

5. For anti-age effect

At the same time, the new “Magic Care” from Garnier can take care of skin with the first signs of age, smooth wrinkles, remove age spots and automatically adjust to any skin tone.

6. For a healthy complexion

If you smoke, are constantly under stress, lack sleep, or live in a large city (or all at once), you have probably noticed that the skin acquires an unpleasant earthy tint over time. Météorites Perles from Guerlain will help get rid of it and return a healthy glow and natural tone to the face.

7. For long-lasting makeup

If your plans are to have fun until the morning, the Le Blanc de Chanel base will help you not to worry about the condition of your makeup: in addition to all other advantages, it absorbs excess sebum!

8. To combat oily sheen

Maybelline New York's Affinitone Primer is ideal for those with T-zone shine issues. Evens out skin tone, fills in wrinkles and does not dry out the skin!

9. For easy lightening

If you want your skin to look a little brighter and glow from within, look no further than L'Oréal Paris's Lumi Magique Light Magic Foundation. By the way, there are quite a few chances that you will no longer need foundation!

10. For the perfect photo

Makeup "for shooting" requires a particularly even tone. Max Factor's Lasting Performance does an excellent job, it is generally loved by makeup artists and make-up artists: it lays down evenly, lasts a long time and perfectly mattes.

In this article, you will learn what the makeup base is intended for, its variety, how to choose the base and the secrets of applying this product to the skin of the face.

Types of makeup bases

The makeup base is multifunctional, it allows you to avoid smudges when blending eyeshadow, blush or bronzer, facilitates the process of applying cosmetics, and also significantly improves the overall look of makeup.

There are several types of bases:

• Liquid transparent base gives a light coverage, making the skin of the face more matte and even. Designed for the fair sex with minor skin defects.
• The gel-like base is a salvation for oily and porous skin, as it does not allow powder and foundation to accumulate in enlarged pores.
• The creamy product is marked by the presence of a large amount of pigments and powder. This base allows you to hide age spots, rosacea, bruises under the eyes, etc.
• The shimmering emulsion makes the skin look more radiant and fresh due to the content of mother-of-pearl and shimmering particles.
• The firm base gives full coverage and helps cover blemishes and scars.

Mattifying base

The mattifying base is designed to give the skin well-groomed appearance. This product is not so easy to pick up, since when choosing it, the color type of the face, the desired effect, the presence of skin defects and other nuances are taken into account.

There are several options for matting bases, among them:

1. liquid base. This tool is sold in many cosmetic stores and is suitable for all women and girls with healthy skin. The base stays on the face well throughout the day, is easy to apply and may contain moisturizing ingredients or those that are designed to absorb excess skin oil.
2. Compact base. Helps to mask fine wrinkles, spider veins, freckles and other minor skin imperfections. Some manufacturers produce such a makeup base in the form of a corrective pencil. The compact foundation is suitable for dry to normal skin and has good staying power.
3. Foundation. It is considered a universal remedy, as it combines the properties of decorative cosmetics and cream. Particularly suitable for dry skin as it contains natural oils, which are able to care for the skin, protecting it from the negative effects of the environment. The foundation, being the base for make-up, allows you to hide skin defects as much as possible.

Silicone makeup base

The silicone base is multifunctional, it can be used as an independent makeup product, and as an additive to foundation. In the second option, the tonal will be easier to apply to the skin. Silicones look good on the lips too.

If you see a small tube of a silicone leveling makeup base for a relatively large amount of money, don't be put off by the price, it will actually last a long time. Even a small pea of ​​elastic structure is able to stretch evenly over the face, hiding unevenness.

Silicone bases often contain cyclomethicone and dimethicone. The first component gives a smooth surface, and also creates the effect of a slight glow from the inside. The second ingredient prevents moisture loss. To achieve the desired effect of smoothing the skin, you can apply one layer to another.

Moisturizing base

The main task of any make-up base is to visually smooth out wrinkles, make pores less noticeable, and make the skin surface smoother and more even. There is also a moisturizing base, which actively fights dryness and flaking of the skin, protects the face from the negative effects of the environment. Such a remedy is often made with the addition of vitamins A and E, mineral salts, green tea extract, silk.

Although a moisturizing base contains many ingredients that aim to soften the stratum corneum, it cannot completely replace the use of a regular daytime moisturizer. It is also worth noting that the make-up base still will not lie down beautifully on groomed skin, so exfoliation, cleansing, toning are mandatory steps in facial care.

The best makeup base

A good make-up base makes the face more well-groomed, and make-up lasts. Among the great abundance of funds presented in stores, the following products can be distinguished:

1. Base with reflective particles NEGLIGE- wide gel texture base colors, which visually hides skin irregularities, mimic wrinkles, and redness, giving the skin a natural tone with an unobtrusive highlighting effect. Foundation can be used on its own or with foundation. Volume - 20 ml, price - 524 rubles.
2. GIVENCHY Actimine Make-up base that gives the skin smoothness, radiance and even surface. The tool is available in several color palettes. If it is necessary to hide redness, the shade of the Kiwi product is suitable, the yellowness is Plum. The Peach product has a neutral shade, Milk will help whiten the skin a little, Strawberry will give the skin a slight blush, for tanned skin a base with a hint of Mango is intended. Volume - 30 ml, price - 1656 rubles.
3. GIVENCHY MISTER MAT- A mattifying make-up base containing minerals, vitamins and plant extracts. The tool gives the face a slight glow, and also evens out skin tone and normalizes the sebaceous glands. Volume - 25 ml, cost - 1626 rubles.
4. ARTDECO Skin Perfecting Make-up Base- A smoothing make-up base that gives the skin smooth surface, tightens pores, improves skin color, visually reducing mimic wrinkles. The product includes vitamin E and a complex of minerals. Volume - 15 ml, cost - 580 rubles.
5. Maybelline New York Baby Skin Foundation- A creamy base that masks pores. The foundation can be used on its own or under make-up. Volume - 22 ml, price - 455 rubles.

How to choose the right foundation

In order to choose the foundation and not make a mistake in choosing, the purchased product must match the type of skin, complexion, and also lie evenly on the skin. For dry skin, a creamy structure enriched with various vegetable oils and vitamins, which is very useful for the skin. As for the foundations with a matting effect, representatives will need them more. fat face.

If your skin seems healthy to you, you can purchase a liquid texture base, special gels or mousses that will slightly refresh your face, while still looking completely natural on the skin.

There is an eye makeup base that is aimed at absorbing the oil secreted by the skin. With such a tool, the shadows will not roll, thereby maintaining the overall look of the makeup. Some foundations are able to mask dark circles under the eyes.

Do not rush to buy a base if in doubt whether it is right for you. Best Option- apply a sample of the product, presented in a cosmetic store, on the face and during the day check how well the applied product looks on the skin. Give the base time to react to the sebum. Her tone should match the tone of your face.

The corrective base allows you to mask red pimples, pronounced rosacea, allergies in the form of red spots, freckles, age spots, bruises and other skin defects. The main thing is to choose the right not only a high-quality cosmetic product, but also its shade. Purple makeup base helps to cope with yellowness, green helps to hide redness of the skin, yellow masks areas with a bluish tint, as for the peach base, it is perfect for dark skin. Pale-faced women can choose a pink shade to give the skin a blush. For those who overdid it with self-tanning, it’s worth considering buying a blue foundation. There is also a brightening version of the product, in which the skin can be compared to porcelain, and a reflective one.

Using a make-up base

If you managed to choose a good foundation, this does not mean that your makeup will look perfect. It is necessary to learn how to properly apply the base under decorative cosmetics, only then it will be possible to talk about any changes for the better. Not only that, the overall look of makeup largely depends on your skills, tastes, and how regularly you take care of your skin.

Makeup base rules

A tool that visually smoothes the surface of the skin can be applied in two ways. Some of the fair sex mix the base with foundation in equal parts, thereby avoiding the mask effect, in which a line is visible between the face covered with foundation and the neck. But most often the base is used as an independent tool.

Before applying the “litter” under makeup, it is necessary to cleanse the skin and apply a moisturizing day cream. Start taking the foundation only 20 minutes after applying the cream. You should not take too much base to achieve your goals, one or two "peas" are enough. A large amount of applied product can make makeup heavier, making it sloppy, clog pores, cause acne and blackheads.

The base is applied with a special brush or fingertips, which saves money. Evenly distribute the cosmetic product and wait literally 10 minutes for the emulsion to be well fixed on the skin, otherwise the makeup will “float”. Keep in mind that products of different composition and consistency, when mixed, can result in adverse effects. With enlarged pores, the base is not rubbed, but applied with light patting movements. Decided to use a sponge as a tool for applying the foundation? Then it is better to give preference to a sponge made of silicone rubber. Be sure to moisten the sponge a little before using the base, otherwise a lot of the product will be absorbed into it.

If you have any inflammation in the form of red spots, use a green corrector and wait until it dries. After applying the base, you can proceed to the application of foundation, powder, blush or other decorative cosmetics.

It is not recommended to use the foundations every day, as such products can clog pores. And even if the base contains vitamin complexes, it does not replace facial care.

What is the function of the make-up base?

The make-up base fills in the unevenness of the skin, visually smoothes wrinkles and makes skin covering more well-groomed and silky. The base corrects the complexion, masking inflammation, pimples, spider veins, acne, freckles, age spots, bruises and other imperfections. Makeup bases can refresh and illuminate the face, especially if they contain shining mother-of-pearl particles in their composition.

Make-up base is suitable for women and girls who want their skin to look smoother in texture, as well as fresh and healthy. This tool perfectly hides enlarged pores.

Video tips on how to choose and apply makeup base:

Foundation (or make-up base, primer) is an indispensable item in the makeup bag of any girl who knows how important it is to properly prepare the skin for applying cosmetics.

What it is?

Makeup base is a cream, gel, or fluid that allows foundation and cosmetics in general to hold on better. It prepares the skin for the application of other products, thereby protecting it and prolonging makeup.

In addition to foundations for facial skin, there are also bases for shadows, lipsticks, mascaras, varnishes, and so on.

Why is it needed?

Makeup base performs the following functions:

1. It evens out the skin texture - tightens pores, makes them less noticeable, smoothes acne and post-acne, fills in wrinkles.
2. Evens tone - makes freckles, age spots, spider veins and other imperfections less noticeable.
3. Makes the skin smooth and soft, more well-groomed in appearance.
4. Can hide acne and blackheads.
5. Highlight the face or make it more matte, hide the oily sheen.

Peculiarities

The main feature of this tool is smoothing the relief and preparing the skin for decorative cosmetics. The primer simultaneously makes the dermis smoother and protects it from the possible negative effects of cosmetics and the environment.

Also, it should be noted the durability of makeup using foundation. It prevents the appearance of oily sheen and promotes a natural look.

It can be either transparent, adapting to skin color, or have your own shade and be used solo without foundation.

Kinds

First of all, the foundations for makeup are divided by action.

• Mattifying base. Its main property is to reduce activity sebaceous glands thereby preventing the appearance of oily sheen. In addition, it tightens pores, evens out skin tone, hides post-acne, blackheads. In a word, it makes problem skin better. Also suitable for oily, combination/combination and normal skin with an oily sheen.
• Moisturizing. Of course, make-up fits much worse on dehydrated skin - all peeling, wrinkles and pimples are emphasized. To avoid this, you should use a moisturizing base. It is universal and suitable for any type of skin, so it is better to pay attention to your feelings and requirements.
• With SPF. This base is aimed at protecting the skin from sunlight, to prevent the appearance of age spots and burns. Suitable for all skin types, but best for mature and sensitive skin.

In addition, for comfortable use, several textures have been invented for tonal foundations and creams in general:

• Liquid Foundations lay down in a very thin layer, almost merging with the skin, thus transforming it. Consistency - from moderately liquid to watery. Have the most natural result. Suitable for all skin types, but especially for problematic and oily. May accentuate flaking.
• Gel bases just like liquid ones, they easily fall on the skin. They are not able to emphasize peeling and fill wrinkles, due to which they make the skin smooth and even.

• Pencil. Similar in properties to a concealer, it is applied pointwise or on problem areas. A good remedy for owners of mixed skin types, when you need to apply a mattifying agent on the T-zone, and moisturize the rest of the skin.
• Cream bases- the most common. It can be both specialized primers and regular moisturizing / matting creams. Due to the familiar consistency, it is easy to apply and spread, shrinks quickly and suits any skin.

Composition

The composition of the tool is largely dependent on its purpose. So, moisturizing bases contain oils - avocado, jojoba, grape, apricot or peach kernels, vitamins E and A, various plant extracts, as well as hyaluronic acid and elastin (a particularly high content of these substances is also found in specialized bases for mature skin) .

Mattifying base contains zinc, sulfur, talc, starch, plant extracts, caffeine and green tea. Perhaps the presence of essential oils of rosemary or tea tree, as they soothe problematic and oily skin, and an infusion of oak bark, celandine or nettle. However, if they are present in the base, then it is better to replace the foundation with powder or not apply anything to the skin at all, since oils, together with chemical derivatives, can act on the skin in a completely different way.

Glycerin is a natural humectant, and it's really hard to find a silicone-free foundation. Someone treats it well, someone negatively, but the bottom line is that the presence of gentle or natural silicones in the product is only welcome. They extend its shelf life, significantly increase beneficial features, allow it not to drain or disappear from the face. But dangerous silicones include Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Laryl Sulfate.

Also remember - the higher any ingredient is in the composition, the more it is in the product, and natural silicones and components are marked with an asterisk (*).

You can actually ignore fragrances - parfum, since they are always at the end of the list and do no harm (only if you do not have allergies or individual intolerance to one or another aroma / ingredient). But mineral oil - (Mineral Oil) in the product should not be categorically. This is a derivative of oil, which is far from suitable for all skin - the dangers of mineral oil are also still being debated.

Popular manufacturers

Foundations are in fact just as popular a niche in the cosmetics industry as foundations. It got its development much later, but every self-respecting manufacturer has a couple of good basics in the lines.

This topic was carried away by both domestic manufacturers and from the CIS countries (for example, Art Visage), Europe ( L'Oreal Infaillible), USA, Korea ( Age 20s) and Japan. Asian brands are especially popular, for example, missha. This firm has a tonal foundation " Aqua cover Foundation". The line contains four most natural tones that can be used both solo and as a leveling base.

Even "snow whites" will find their own, since Korean cosmetics are generally distinguished by pleasant light shades. The foundation has moisturizing properties and is suitable for any type of skin, but it will be especially suitable for normal skin, but may not be suitable problematic skin and with the presence of periodic rashes, since it is not able to hide acne and post-acne, and on dry skin it can emphasize peeling. It is quite liquid and is able to visually even out skin tone, fill wrinkles. Of the additional bonuses - SPF 20 and natural composition. The cost is about 1500 rubles, you can find it in the brand’s online store or in any store with Korean cosmetics. You can also pay attention to Missha M-Magic Cushion BB Cream with SPF50”, which can be used as a basis.

Firm Eveline there is a good cream that, when mixed with a moisturizer or mattifier, can really become a good foundation. This " 3 in 1 Art Professional Makeup". It is billed as a 3-in-1 all-in-one cream and can be used on its own, as a makeup base or concealer. Available in five shades that do not adapt to skin tone, so choose carefully. It is very inexpensive - within 200 rubles per 30 ml, and you can find it in virtually every cosmetics store that cooperates with the brand.

Pupa « active light» activates the natural radiance of the skin. It has a liquid silky texture, easy to apply. It is suitable for owners of sensitive and allergy-prone skin, as it has SPF 10. It costs about 1300 rubles and is available in five shades - No. 011 Light Beige, No. 020 Nude, No. 030 Natural Beige, No. 040 Sand and No. 050 Golden Beige.

Foundation from Sephora called " 10hr Wear Perfection Foundation". It evens out the skin, smoothes pores and masks redness and blackheads, as it has its own shade. By the way, there are six of them, so almost every girl can find one for herself (and even "snow white", but dark-skinned girls will have to pay attention to something else). The foundation is very light, the consistency of a moderate liquid, it is easy to apply and does not feel on the face. Evens out skin tone and can mask dark circles under the eyes. And it is also very resistant and prolongs makeup well, but it may not be suitable for dry skin, as it does not moisturize enough. The cost is about 800 rubles.

Belarusian company Bielita-Vitex understands how important it is to choose a quality base for makeup - she has two of them at once, " Silicone Premium" And " amore". The first perfectly evens out the relief of the skin, which allows the foundation or powder to lie as evenly as possible, costs about 100 rubles and mattes the skin well without excessive shine. The second is ideal for dry and dehydrated skin, as well as mature skin with a number of wrinkles. This company has its own branded stores, as well as their products can be purchased in the online store. The price is amazing - about 100-200 rubles. The consistency, like the first, is gel-like.

« Faberlic face control"- another 3 in 1 remedy. Its versatility lies not in the fact that it simultaneously moisturizes and mattifies or can be both a base and a corrector, but that it can be used both for the face and for lips and century. Very impressive promises, of course. The consistency is gel-like. 15 ml of funds cost about 300 rubles.

Good primer for oily or combination skin Essence « All about Matt!". This light cream worth about 300 rubles, you can find it at the brand's stand in almost every cosmetic store. Can be used instead of matting cream.

Brand Guerlain releases a foundation with a radiant effect " Meteorites Baby Glow". According to the manufacturer, the main task of the product is to hide signs of fatigue, relieve puffiness, even out skin texture and fill wrinkles. This tool is suitable for owners of dry and normal skin, as it has a slight radiance effect, as if a light highlighter was added to the foundation. Not suitable for oily skin. The consistency is quite liquid, like a fluid, and there are three shades (Clair, Medium and Doré). The colors blend well with the skin tone. This is not a remedy that is suitable for problem skin, as it does not cover pimples and traces of them, but it perfectly evens out the tone and delicately highlights. The cost is about 2500 rubles.

famous brand Nivea releases as a base for make-up " Face cream-fluid make-up expert moisturizing 2 in 1". This is a product that can moisturize the skin well and even out its tone well. The consistency of the cream-fluid is light, liquidish and gel-like, it is not watery like a fluid, but not as dense as a cream. It costs about 250-300 rubles per 50 ml and is sold almost everywhere, it is available in two versions according to the type of skin.

Perhaps the brand has an excellent basis Revlon. It's called " Photoready". Suitable for any type of skin, even problematic, because although it cannot completely hide acne, it will visually make them smaller and smooth out. Like any face product with the word "photo" in the name, this skin primer looks great in photos. The face is alive and natural. It does not conflict with foundation creams or powders, they can be selected at your discretion.

How to choose?

In order to choose the right foundation, you need to focus on the type of skin, the look and what you want to achieve from it.

• For example, for oily, problematic and combination skin best suited matting base. They regulate the production of sebaceous glands and allow makeup to last longer. From textures, it is better to pay attention to liquid fluids and creamy creams. However, if you have a foundation or powder with a great mattifying effect, then you can choose a moisturizing base, as hydration is very important for these skin types.
• Those with dry, sensitive or dehydrated skin Be sure to pay attention to moisturizing bases. Any texture will do, except, however, solid. As well as for oily skin, it should not be heavy. Foundation "floats" over heavy textures.
• girls with normal skin can afford to freely choose the type and texture of the product, focusing on their needs, but moisturizing is still considered universal. An interesting option there will be a makeup base with a shimmering effect, shining.
• Ladies over thirty should pay Special attention on bases with collagen, elastin, snail mucin and hyaluronic acid. These components fill wrinkles, tighten the oval of the face and make the skin more youthful and even.

First of all, apply a sample of the product to the skin. It can be either the wrist or the neck - unlike foundation, the foundation rarely has a color and, as a rule, dissolves on the skin. Think, listen to your feelings - whether you are comfortable, whether the texture is greasy. You can also mix it with a sample of your foundation and do the same test. If you wish, you can generally leave a separate area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin smeared and return for a purchase a day later, making sure that it is resistant enough for you. No one forbids applying probes in the store, the main thing is not directly on the face.

The right remedy for the face must comply with the expiration date and not cause irritation, itching, redness or allergies. Keep this in mind when choosing.

Price

The cost of foundations for makeup varies from 200 rubles to figures of about 1000-2000 rubles. In fact, the price does not always justify the means, and it is best to stop at transitional budget products, the price of which varies between very cheap and very expensive. In most cases, the cost of any product is determined not only by the composition, but also by transportation and packaging.

Also look for professional makeup bases - they are usually worth the price.

How to use?

In many ways, the way you use foundation is the same as using foundation or moisturizer. In some cases, it is even combined - often foundations are mixed with foundations for the best coverage.

With regard to hygiene, you should not leave the tube of the product open, this promotes the development of bacteria, and you should not use it after the expiration date.

How to apply?

The first thing to do before applying any product to your face is to wash your face. It can be your favorite foam, gel or something else. You can scrub or propyling your face. This is followed by the application of a tonic - depending on the type of skin, moisturizing, cleansing or matting.

After that, step by step, it is the turn of just the same tonal foundation. It is necessary to squeeze a pea of ​​the product onto the back of the left hand and with the fingertips of the other, gently spread over the face from the center to the periphery - on the cheeks, forehead, nose, cheekbones and chin. Apply a thin layer and wait until it is absorbed. On average, this takes five to ten minutes. If you feel more comfortable, you can spread with a foundation brush. Remember, if the foundation is not moisturizing, but simply leveling, you should apply a moisturizer under it after the tonic.

Once the primer is absorbed, you can apply foundation, powder, and whatever else you want to complete the look.

What can be replaced?

A good service as a base for makeup can serve as a BB or CC cream. This is a light, gentle cream with a light coverage that has moisturizing properties. It, like the tonal one, is pigmented, but not much - it won’t be able to hide big flaws, but it can easily moisturize the skin and even out its tone. However, for lovers of matting bases, it will not work - BB and CC creams do not actually matte.

As you know, the primer can also be replaced with a good matting or moisturizing cream. The main thing is that it has a light texture and transforms the skin. For oily skin, instead of a matting tonal foundation, the same powder is used - it is applied with light patting movements on oily areas and only then foundation is applied.