4 Keys to Choosing Foundation for Flawless and Natural-looking Skin

Dream - Finding the right foundation can be tricky. But foundation should not be underestimated when it comes to makeup because complexion is the main pillar of our skin's appearance.

Sometimes, mistakes in applying foundation often occur during makeup. Instead of achieving a natural glowing skin, the face may appear cakey, cracked, or unnatural.

Certainly, the wrong color foundation, cracks, or cakey appearance will make us feel less confident, afraid that the person we're talking to will focus more on our makeup rather than what we say.

Before choosing the right foundation, let's take a look at some things to consider before choosing foundation.

Match Coverage with Needs

Every person's skin has different issues. If you have blemished skin, avoid foundations with a wet finish as it will make the blemishes more visible. If you have dark spots, full coverage foundation can be a choice.

"When choosing foundation, it should be according to your needs. For women who have a hectic, fast-paced daily life, they can use foundation with high coverage and for touch-ups, they can use a cushion," explained Aulia Fathy Andani, Marketing Support YSL Beaute, at the YSL Beauty Private Session event on Monday, July 25, 2022.

Oxidation

Oxidation is the process of foundation color changing to a darker shade. This can slightly affect the makeup and make the skin appear different from what was intended during application.

However, not all foundations experience oxidation. There are many ingredients that can minimize oxidation and maintain the original color of the skin when foundation is applied.

"YSL foundation contains Jasmine Petals from Ourika Garden YSL, and the function of these Jasmine Petals is to keep the foundation color stay true all day, so it won't oxidize," added Aulia.

Suitable Shades

One key to natural-looking makeup is to choose a foundation that matches your skin tone. For Asian skin with yellow undertones, avoid choosing shades with a pink tone as it will make the skin appear gray. Also, avoid shades that are too dark, as they will make the makeup look less natural.

"To be safe, choose the right shade. YSL makeup experts would recommend choosing 3 shades: one that matches your skin tone, another two shades higher for highlighting, and a darker shade for contouring, which gives a 3D effect to the face," added Aulia.

Skincare Ingredients

Having skincare ingredients in foundation will nourish the skin more than those without.

One foundation that comes with skincare benefits is the All Hours Foundation from Yve Saint Laurent Beaute.

"This foundation contains a skincare-based formula, including Hyaluronic Acid, Vegetal Taurine, and Jasmine Petals," added Aulia.

As we know, Hyaluronic Acid hydrates the skin all day, Vegetal Taurine helps combat fatigue on the skin, and Jasmine Petals prevent dullness.

This foundation is equipped with Neo-Skin Powder for a matte finish throughout the day and is transfer-proof. It is available in 15 shades suitable for Asian skin.