A) Water Based (cake, liguid, gel)…provides most complete coverage of all forms of base
B) Oil Based (sheer, crème) … in general easier to apply and to blend.
APPLICATION:
Foundation: “The act of founding, establishing, or beginning to build.”
Choosing Foundation? Make your choice at the proper lighting condition and if possible, try it on before buying.
Basic (Street/Public) – individuals to look healthy versions of themselves. Purpose is add to, or even out (diffuse), the colour of the skin, cover minor skin pigmentation flaws, and create a smooth working surface for the rest of the make-up.
Fashion – base is meant to create a mask-like smoothness and evenness of tone.
TV/Film – base chosen to reflect the complexities of the character potrayed, the lighting and the film stock.
Dry/Sensitive: recommend crème base
Oily: use a toner and then a waterbase or crème to matte finish make-up will work as well
