This YouTube video above does an amazing job of breaking down how to choose a foundation.
Don't have time to watch just now? No stress, here's the quick version.
When it comes to finding the right foundation, there are a few things to consider:
How much coverage do you like - sheer, medium or full?
The finish - do you want to be glossed to the gawds, or more matte, or somewhere in the middle?
Have a think about where you’ll be wearing it - do you need a long-wearing formula that can last through hours of dancing, or something more for every day?
What's your skin type? Do you find foundations suck the moisture from your face, or slide off your t-zone?
Once you’ve nailed the what and the why, choosing a foundation will be easy as.
My MAC Foundation Reviews.
Today, we'll be reviewing four key MAC foundations:
MAC Face and Body Foundation.
MAC Studio Fix Foundation.
MAC Pro Longwear Foundation.
MAC Powder Foundation.
Shades-wise, all of these MAC foundations are available in Global Shades at Adore Beauty.
This means you have access to every shade the brand makes of these foundations so you can find your perfect match.
As for how to pick your MAC foundation shade, each shade is identified by a letter and a number.
The letters refer to the undertone of the product, you've got:
C = Cool, NC = Neutral Cool, N = Neutral, NW = Neutral Warm and W = Warm.
The number indicates how light or dark the shade is, from lowest to highest.
Now, let’s break down these MAC foundations.
1. MAC Studio Radiance Face & Body Radiant Sheer Foundation.
What:
M.A.C COSMETICS Studio Radiance Face & Body Radiant Sheer Foundation
Fast facts:
MAC Face and Body Foundation is a cult foundation for many a good reason.
This liquid foundation leaves your skin looking fresh and radiant, but never greasy.
MAC Face and Body is a water-based, waterproof formula has 8-hour wear, and works great on the body for an airbrushed look, too. This MAC foundation will perfect for dry skin types.
The name and packaging recently changed, but can confirm, it's the same original MAC Face and Body formula inside.
Coverage: Super sheer, but buildable. I love this, but it's not for everyone.
Finish: Super dewy! Mac Face and Body instantly hydrates, giving even the driest skin a glass-like finish.
Here's how it looks on the skin.
Packaging: A squeeze-y bottle with a cap and nozzle.
How to apply MAC Face and Body Foundation:
My favourite way to apply MAC Face and Body foundation is with fingers.
The warmth from your hands activates the formula and allows it to grip to the skin.
In my experience, brushes and sponges tend to just move this particular product around.