Is your makeup ready to withstand the spotlight and keep you looking flawless this year?
A long-wear foundation is essential in your makeup drawer to ensure you’re more visible in 2025, whether on stages, in videos, or at in-person events. Unlike sheer SPF tints, a high-quality, all-day foundation ensures your makeup stays put, making you look your best in photos and throughout the day’s events.
Common complaints about long-wear foundations include heaviness, an obvious appearance, and difficulty finding the right color. However, formulas have evolved, and fantastic options are now available. I often advise my clients to visit Sephora to get matched with samples they can test. Trying these samples over several days allows you to see how the color and texture work with your skin and how your makeup holds up.
I’ve also faced the challenge of finding the perfect foundation shade, which can look too light or heavy after a full day. Everyone’s preferences differ, so experimenting with samples is crucial to discovering what you like and dislike. This also saves money and reduces waste.
Remember that your foundation shade can change with the seasons or if you alter your hair color, so these are key times to test new shades. Take pictures with your samples to see how your makeup appears in photos and on camera.
This simple habit can significantly impact your signature look. Having these signature looks mastered allows you to communicate your preferences to a makeup artist and learn new techniques, ensuring you’re prepared for any occasion.
If you are doing your makeup for an occasion, you want to have the right products ready and master your look so you feel confident about your overall appearance.
Ultimately, it’s about having a planned-out signature look so you can enjoy the spotlight even more.
Doing things like this now in your downtown area without pressure ensures you make the best choices, saving you time and money.
What if your favorite all-day foundation?
Currently, I’m testing out Lancome.