Foundation?

elaineska · 12-10-2006, 06:37 PM

Hey everyone. I have some skin questions. I've never used foundation in my life, and now I think I finally want to. I used to have acne and my skin would react badly to ANYTHING, but now my acne is gone and I just have blemishes. I want to look for a foundation but I don't know what kind I should get. My skin's not oily, in fact it can get dry in spots, especially on my forehead. I also want to open up my pores and just make my skin glow. Any advice on what kind of foundation to get, how to use it, how to match it to my skin tone etc?? I saw a brand on TV that had a whipped cream-like texture. Is that any good? Anything that won't clog up my pores. Thanks.

Aniger_Doolb · 12-10-2006, 06:44 PM

Well, I have absolutely NO clue, I just have the same kinda problems. If you find something that really works let me know, share the knowledge, lol. Only thing I know is go for the more natural kinda stuff, two of my friends tried some stuff that didn't have that organic kinda label and it -really- screwed their skin up.

Iggy5129 · 12-10-2006, 06:52 PM

I use one called Happy Light , the brand is bourjois. It is moisturizing with medium coverage, it has "light capturing pigments" meaning that it makes your skin glow. I love it. Got it at Ulta...don't know if you have those but it around $20 and mine lasted for 6 months. Just go in to the store and have a sales person tell you which color you are. I absolutely LOVE this foundation.

fortheholidays · 12-10-2006, 06:53 PM

depends what kind of whipped cream brand that was
i would avoid anything cheap
just because it has a light whipped cream texture doesnt mean it'll apply that way on your face
if you address any make up counter of what your after im sure you'll find something suitable for your skin.
maybe mineral based foundations,
to get skin glowing
its not really just a stage of applying make up
theres exfoliation, cleansing toning etc to also consider
i would recomeend i dunno a clinique or clarins step by step routine set.
if your on a budjet dont invest in mousey stuff
go for a liquid based product

elaineska · 12-10-2006, 06:55 PM

Thanks guys. And thanks Iggy, I live about an hour away from you so I bet I could find that store.

hosswhispra · 12-10-2006, 06:56 PM

Bare Essentials make-up is pretty good. You can get it at Sephora.

RelaxByWater84 · 12-10-2006, 07:26 PM

I use foundation and I use some cheap oil-free stuff. I also had some problems with acne. I found out that using one of those triangular wedges applicators are not good for people who have acne problems. The wedges store the oil from your face and puts it back. I broke out so much after using one for two weeks. Just wanted to warn you about that.

miserableme · 12-10-2006, 07:54 PM

If you have blemishes, you shouldn't be using foundation. It will just aggravate the problem.

If you really want some, I'd recommend using a powder. Liquid foundation will not allow your skin to breathe (despite manufacturer claims).

Ellie2006 · 12-10-2006, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by miserableme

If you have blemishes, you shouldn't be using foundation. It will just aggravate the problem.

If you really want some, I'd recommend using a powder. Liquid foundation will not allow your skin to breathe (despite manufacturer claims).

This is what I've heard as well; as M suggests, apply some sun block and then use powder. This apparently gives you a more natural look.

One caveat: make sure *NOT* to apply only powder as this can clog your pores as well.

Like Hoss, I've heard some good things about BareEscentuals too.

Have fun cosmetic shopping!

Anna. · 12-10-2006, 09:07 PM

I don't wear foundation, but my friend raves about Bare Minerals, it is supposed to be great and actually good for your skin I think.

12-10-2006, 06:37 PM	#1
elaineska Offline Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Midwest USA Gender: Female Posts: 109	Foundation? Hey everyone. I have some skin questions. I've never used foundation in my life, and now I think I finally want to. I used to have acne and my skin would react badly to ANYTHING, but now my acne is gone and I just have blemishes. I want to look for a foundation but I don't know what kind I should get. My skin's not oily, in fact it can get dry in spots, especially on my forehead. I also want to open up my pores and just make my skin glow. Any advice on what kind of foundation to get, how to use it, how to match it to my skin tone etc?? I saw a brand on TV that had a whipped cream-like texture. Is that any good? Anything that won't clog up my pores. Thanks.

12-10-2006, 06:44 PM	#2
Aniger_Doolb Offline Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Nebraska Gender: Female Age: 19 Posts: 14	Well, I have absolutely NO clue, I just have the same kinda problems. If you find something that really works let me know, share the knowledge, lol. Only thing I know is go for the more natural kinda stuff, two of my friends tried some stuff that didn't have that organic kinda label and it -really- screwed their skin up. __________________ Life can be lived Life can be loved Alone

12-10-2006, 07:26 PM	#7
RelaxByWater84 Offline Silver Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In the Now Gender: Female Age: 25 Posts: 923	I use foundation and I use some cheap oil-free stuff. I also had some problems with acne. I found out that using one of those triangular wedges applicators are not good for people who have acne problems. The wedges store the oil from your face and puts it back. I broke out so much after using one for two weeks. Just wanted to warn you about that. __________________ Now caught in a waltz With the eternal dancer I'm courted by death But death isn't the answer I say. Beethoven's Last Night Trans-Siberian Orchestra Last edited by RelaxByWater84; 12-10-2006 at 07:26 PM. Reason: Added Info

12-10-2006, 09:07 PM	#10
Anna. Offline Silver Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the South US Gender: Female Age: 24 Posts: 836	I don't wear foundation, but my friend raves about Bare Minerals, it is supposed to be great and actually good for your skin I think. __________________ I opened my eyes And looked up at the rain And it dripped in my head And flowed in my brain, And all that I hear as I lie in my bed Is the slisity-slosh of the rain in my head. -Shel Silverstein

12-10-2006, 06:52 PM	#3
Iggy5129 Offline Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Diego Gender: Female Age: 23 Posts: 83	I use one called Happy Light , the brand is bourjois. It is moisturizing with medium coverage, it has "light capturing pigments" meaning that it makes your skin glow. I love it. Got it at Ulta...don't know if you have those but it around $20 and mine lasted for 6 months. Just go in to the store and have a sales person tell you which color you are. I absolutely LOVE this foundation.

12-10-2006, 06:53 PM	#4
fortheholidays Offline Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: brentwood,CA Age: 21 Posts: 4	depends what kind of whipped cream brand that was i would avoid anything cheap just because it has a light whipped cream texture doesnt mean it'll apply that way on your face if you address any make up counter of what your after im sure you'll find something suitable for your skin. maybe mineral based foundations, to get skin glowing its not really just a stage of applying make up theres exfoliation, cleansing toning etc to also consider i would recomeend i dunno a clinique or clarins step by step routine set. if your on a budjet dont invest in mousey stuff go for a liquid based product

12-10-2006, 06:55 PM	#5
elaineska Offline Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Midwest USA Gender: Female Posts: 109	Thanks guys. And thanks Iggy, I live about an hour away from you so I bet I could find that store.

12-10-2006, 06:56 PM	#6
hosswhispra Offline Platinum Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Deep inside myself searching for motivation and inspiration Gender: Female Posts: 2,085	Bare Essentials make-up is pretty good. You can get it at Sephora.

12-10-2006, 07:54 PM	#8
miserableme Offline Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Gender: Female Age: 23 Posts: 255	If you have blemishes, you shouldn't be using foundation. It will just aggravate the problem. If you really want some, I'd recommend using a powder. Liquid foundation will not allow your skin to breathe (despite manufacturer claims).