How long to keep your beauty products:

 

An unlikely tip that actually works - Thanks Wayne Goss

Want to minimize pores and keep your foundation in place all day? Apply a powder BEFORE you apply your foundation. Not only does it make your foundation last through out the day, but it will reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores. I know you're thinking, a powder before a cream? No way. Well, it actually works! Apply your moisturizer, your primer, POWDER, then your foundation. If you have dry skin, no need to powder after the foundation, you're set for the day. However, if you're on the oily side, like myself, apply a bit of powder on the TZONE ONLY.

Try it out, I guarantee you will love the way your skin looks and behaves through out the day.

Tools of the trade - Best ways to apply foundation

• Foundation brush - Brushes are easy and a fast way of applying foundation. There are various types of brushes that make foundation application a breeze: a flat foundation brush is always the best bet in applying foundation. Using a light hand and always using a downwards stroke (it prevents the little baby hairs on your face from sticking up), the foundation will look flawless and like your skin but better.

           Try out: Sigma Flat Top Kabuki brush

• Foundation Sponge - Typically one of my favorite ways of applying foundation. Using a small amount of product, on either a wet or dry sponge slightly "bounce" the foundation gently all over the skin. It gives you a flawless and airbrushed finish. If you desire more coverage, repeat the steps above.

           Try out: Beauty Blender Sponge

• Fingers - I am not a big fan of using fingers to apply foundation, but if you're in a time crunch and you don't care about too much coverage, fingers are always the best tool. The warmth of the fingertips make it easier to blend. Just watch out for streaking!