Do you like the look of a summer glow all year round? Or do you prefer your make-up to look freshly applied throughout your busy day?
Whether you’re new to foundation or are yet to find your perfect match, the different types, textures and finishes of foundation can be confusing to navigate. We take a look at the differences between two different finishes of foundation to help you pick the one for you.
What is a matte finish?
Matte foundations are a great option when you want full-coverage make-up that will last you all day without the need for touch-ups. Most matte formulas have a smooth, velvety finish that counteracts shine, disguising any oil you might get in the T-zone.
What is a dewy finish?
Dewy foundations are typically much more lightweight than a matte formula, and they’re all about a natural-looking, light-reflecting glow. They normally contain a blend of ingredients that help the skin look hydrated throughout the day, for a more luminous look.
Matte vs dewy foundation: Which is the better finish for me?
There are no strict rules when it comes to the best foundation finish for you. It’s more important to find a formula that helps you feel the most confident in your skin.
However, those with oily or combination skin might prefer a matte foundation as these help counteract any oil or shine you may get throughout the day. The thicker formulas also help to cover any blemishes or hyperpigmentation while still giving you a smooth, soft canvas for the rest of your make-up to blend into.
Those with dry skin may prefer the natural-looking glow of a dewy foundation. With a thinner formula, they’re a great option if you prefer only a hint of colour to allow your natural skin texture to peak through, but they can easily be built up in areas you’d like more coverage. Those with more mature skin may also prefer a dewier finish, as the lightweight formulas are less likely to settle into fine lines.
How to get the perfect matte finish
Prepping your skin is the key to a matte finish that will last all day without looking cakey. The No7 Airbrush Away Pore Minimising Primer helps smooth the skin and create an effective barrier over the T-zone to prevent any shine from breaking through. Then using a brush, apply your foundation from the centre of your face outwards. The No7 Beautifully Matte Foundation uses a blend of fine oil-absorbing powders for a velvety-soft finish.
Finish off by pressing setting powder, like the No7 Flawless Finishing Power, into your T-zone to help your make-up stay matte throughout the day, before going in with the rest of your base products.
How to get the perfect dewy finish
Hydration is the first step to dewy skin. Apply your favourite No7 moisturiser or a hydrating primer to help lock down your base. Look for a foundation formula that contains added skincare benefits, like the No7 Hydraluminous Moisturising Foundation, which contains skin-loving antioxidants and vitamins A, C & E to nourish your complexion as well as provide coverage.
Finish your base with a natural dusting of bronzer and a flush of colour using blusher. Try a lightweight liquid formula, like the No7 Lip & Cheek Tint that will melt seamlessly into your skin.
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