What is the description of powder foundation?

Excellent powder.

I have been using this powder for a few years now, and purchase here whenever I need to restock. It provides excellent coverage and takes me all through my workday without having to reapply. I would suggest this powder for any lady who wants to present a finished face without the feeling of heaviness. Love this powder.

• What is your age range?

  51+

• Which option(s) best describes your skin tone?

  Dark

HDPF13 Clove

Let’s Talk Liquid Foundation—What Are the Benefits?

Looking for a seamless blend? When applied properly (and in the correct shade), liquid foundations can give your skin a natural finish. The base of liquid foundation is often a water-in-silicone mixture, which allows for streak-free, even application. Many liquid foundation formulas also come with additional skincare ingredients, like built-in moisturizer, hyaluronic acid, or SPF, which help to keep your skin hydrated and protected at all times.

This type of foundation also comes in a wide range of coverage levels, from light or sheer to full. Light coverage foundation can be similar to a BB cream or tinted moisturizer. “I love any type of tinted moisturizer or BB cream as long as they have SPF and are oil-free. They provide hydration, light coverage, and they completely synchronize with your skin, leaving a natural skin-like finish,” Major says. “Full coverage foundation is a buildable makeup that’s meant to cover your skin completely which helps us to hide any blemishes and imperfections,” says Major. Most liquid foundations are also super buildable. “You can either layer or sheer them out with a moisturizer. Less is more.”

Oily skin? Liquid foundation has you covered—just be sure to look for something oil-free as oil-based foundations can clog pores, boost oiliness, and cause breakouts on acne-prone skin. “Most oily skin types are [actually] dehydrated regardless of the oil they produce, so it’s essential to use a hydrating moisturizer before using any makeup,” says Major. “I prefer liquid foundation over the powder, as I think sometimes powders can over-dry your skin and leave it with unwanted texture and flakes.” (See some of our favorite foundations for oily skin here).

If you have dry skin, “You want to reach for liquid formulas because they’re hydrating, while powder ones can make any dry patches and imperfections more noticeable,” says Major. “Look for a liquid foundation with a built-in moisturizer, like this WANDER BEAUTY Nude Illusion Liquid Foundation. It's made with moisturizing hyaluronic acid to hydrate your skin while helping to cover up redness, breakouts, fine lines, and dark spots.

If you still can’t find the formula you’re after, why not try mixing a few different brands together? You can even mix shades or add in a few drops of face oil if you want more of a dewy look and finish.