Bridal Makeup: Best Foundation Types To Wear on the Big Day

In Hair & Makeup Tips, Wedding Style by Admin

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You have spent months planning the perfect wedding. You worked tirelessly preventing any unexpected issues and developing strategies in case you missed anything. However, have you considered the best face makeup foundation for your wedding day? These are some types you may consider.

Hydrating Foundation

Hydrating foundations keep your skin moisturized. They not only boost moisture, but they also hold it in. These foundation options also offer different coverages, including full coverage. The benefit of this option is its ability to nourish your skin.

You can also use these foundations as serums that correct your skin as well. They often have nutrients and vitamins, such as vitamin E, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and cocoa butter. Some call these tinted moisturizers, but they also work as concealers, covering fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes and other skin damage.

Using a hydrating foundation allows you to skip your moisturizer, saving you time and money. In addition, your foundation won’t crack or cake like traditional foundations due to its moisture components. Due to its texture, your foundation also won’t clog your pores, and because the moisturizer absorbs into your skin, it keeps your face cleaner than other foundation options.

However, if you are in an area with significant humidity and heat, a hydrating foundation may look shiny and feel greasy.  

Full Coverage Foundation

You likely want a flawless look on your wedding day. Therefore, consider choosing a full-coverage foundation. First, you can build on this foundation. You can thin it with moisturizer or layer it for more complete coverage. This means, that you can add another touchup layer later in the day. Full coverage foundation is also long-lasting, controls shine and blends well.

This foundation evens your skin tone as well. Some options even provide you with an airbrushed look. These products even have high-quality pigments. You can choose a satin, matte or opaque finish based on your needs. For example, matte foundations work well with oily skin because they minimize pores so your skin looks flawless.

Foundation Consistencies

Foundations have several different consistencies. Liquid foundations with water or silicone foundations offer medium or full coverage. You can thin or layer these options and are effective for long wear. Tinted oil foundations are one-step moisturizers and foundations that work well on significantly dry skin.

Cream and serum foundations blend well because they are easy to apply. Powder foundations can be pressed or loose, and you apply them with a Patrick Ta brush or soft pad. They can conceal imperfections. If you seek a foundation that you can apply easily, consider a stick option. They travel well, so you can fix your makeup throughout the day. They also make effective concealers.

Creating Your Foundation Base

For a foundation that looks natural and fresh all day, you need the right base. First, you should find an effective, gentle cleanser and a balanced toner. Wash your face thoroughly. You may even use a microderm abrasion or mask product that removes a layer of skin or just the dead skin cells from your face, respectively. Use a high-quality moisturizer to prepare your skin for your foundation.

As you choose your wedding day foundation, don’t forget to add contour and bronzer to enhance your look.

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