QUESTION:Because I find it difficult to choose the right shade of foundation, I always ask a salesperson for help. Is she allowed to test on your hand or not? And how do you prevent the foundation from shining during the day?
ANSWER: “A saleswoman should never test a foundation on your hand. The color of your hands is different from that of your face and neck. A foundation should therefore be applied on the jaw . in three different shades † This way the saleswoman can best see which color merges nicely with your own skin color.
A foundation that is darker than your own skin color often makes you older. Too light makes very pale and gives an unnatural, mask-like effect †
As for the shine, the best beauty tip is:use a makeup primer † This is a cream that you apply between your day cream and foundation, so that the foundation lasts much longer, without giving off or 'shifting'. Also clarifies and equalizes the primer the skin and reduces a dull glow. For an even more matte effect, apply a loose, transparent powder over the foundation.”
Trudi van Moorselaar, Sensai training manager
