Got Questions About Foundations? Submit them here!

[Abigail SpiteriMember]

i have a problem with black heads and though i clean my face daily they don’t seem to go away… is there a special foundation i should use that won’t clog my pores? thanks

[Deborah TrombleyMember]

Marlena, love this website! My question is: I am 56 years old, and have oily skin. Have used Clinique foundation for over 30 years and up til now was happy with it. Now it settles in the creases around my eyes, as does concealer despite the fact that I use a primer. I want a flawless look, smooth and natural looking but I am at a loss as to where to turn to. I live in Florida and I need something that will stand up to the humidity and heat. I could really use your help and advice. Thank you Marlena.

[Misty Marie GonzalesMember]

Ok. I have these brown spots on my face from having a baby, I’m using ColorStay combination/oily true beige. Its not covering the brown spots, should I use a concealer? And will it not look cakey… The spots are on the right side of my nose and right cheek… Thanks Marlena!!!

[Joni McNeelyMember]

Hi Marlena,
I would like to know what foundation is best for combo/dry skin. My t-zone has always been oily, but now it is very oily after having a baby. The rest of my face is quite dry though. I used to use Revlon Colorstay but it made me break out and made my skin itch. I switched to Bare Minerals a few years ago and have been mostly using their matte foundation. However, I’ve noticed it making the dry spots stick out even worse lately, even with a primer underneath.

Thanks!

[Andrea HallMember]

I’m 34 and I’m starting to get lines under my eyes. I have to wear a concealer under them because they are so purple. Problem is, it settles into my lines and makes them look even more noticeable. Anyway to prevent this? 

[calbearModerator]

This is fantastic MUGS! I am starting to go through these and get ready to submit your questions to Marlena. Thanks again for participating!

[Gina EsriMember]

Hi!

My question is what is better to use to set my foundation?….should I use Loose setting power(Laura Mercier) or would pressed setting powder (Laura Mercier) work as well?? I am not a fan of loose powders they get all over the place for me. There is also finishing powder, what is the differance??

And do I set my foundation first and then go on with blush, bronzer and/or highlighter?? PLEASE

THANK YOU!

[Mattie KimMember]

Hi marlena,

I have oily/dry and I would like to know what drugstore product would best suit my skin, also I have sensitive skin ? and should I like apply powder foundation of liquid and both combined? I would like to keep it light ? if with powder or only powder what do you suggest for my oily/dry/sensitive skin ? or since I want it light what concealer do you suggest : )

Thx

[Madeira DarlingMember]

I need a very pale foundation that is neither very yellow or very orange. My undertones are blue/pink. Any suggestions?

[GMGMember]

TINTED MOISTURIZER for combination skin that will stay on all day and not make me break out!

also, a review on the Urban Decay setting sprays and how well they actually set your foundation would be great

[Kristin HedgepethMember]

I’m new to the MUG site but so far I’m in love! Where to begin with my foundation issues…

I’ll start by mentioning that I’m 27 years old with combination skin. I’m pretty fair most of the year but manage to get a little tan during the summer. When it comes to foundations, I keep hitting dead ends. I typically have a few blemishes on a regular basis (nothing too major). I’ve tried so many foundations and EVERY SINGLE TIME…they turn yellow on my skin! I can put it on, and 5 minutes later the color transforms into yellow and I look like I have jaundis! I’ve finally found a concealer that has the right tone to it to avoid the yellowing under my eyes (Lancome Teint Miracle, shade 2) but it doesn’t provide enough coverage for the dark circles under my eyes. I’ve been using Alima mineral powder foundation in Cool 3 for several years now and the color is good but again, not enough coverage and it makes me look a little dry; not the flawless glow I’m aiming for. I want to try a liquid or mousse or cream or SOMETHING foundation that provides more coverage overall but it all turns yellow! What do I DO???? It seems like heavier foundations are only meant for people who can handle golden/yellow makeup on their skin. I obviously cannot. LOL I know without seeing people’s skin in person you can’t make the BEST recommendations but any advice in pointing me in the right direction of products to try would be helpful. Thank you!

Kristin

[fariha ahmedMember]

Hi Marlena!
i have very oily nose and dry cheeks and i want a foundation which gives me full coverage but doesnt look cakey and stays atleat 8 hours (specially on my nose). plzzzzz help me

[Lauren WaughMember]

I love the colorstay’s coverage and all but it did make me break out I have very oily, acneic skin and like a good amount of coverage but with something that won’t make me break out. I would also like to spend less than 25 dollars on this but a high and low end of products are always great Any advice would be great!
Thanks!
Lauren <3

[Lucia RamirezMember]

As a make up artist trying to achieve coverage for different skin tones and types how do you provide a variety of foundations to your clients ? for example a wedding party event . Are we supposed to bring every foundation color to accurately color match. what avenue should i take to get the right color matches as a make-up artist ? I got skill but i need to get started and look proffesional starting with foundation !

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