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When it comes to creating a makeup look that not only turns back the clock but builds a perfect canvas for the rest of your anti-aging hacks, it all starts with your foundation.
Finding the right foundation to achieve a dewy complexion can be a bit tricky, especially when dealing with issues like fine lines, wrinkles, and discoloration that tend to come along with age. Luckily, there are plenty of insider tips and tricks to make the most of your foundation application for a flawless look that lasts all day long.
After all, there’s a reason celebrities look flawless from your Instagram feed to walking down the red carpet, and it’s mostly thanks to a few foundation hacks you can add to your own routine.
1. Moisturize & Prime
Hydrated, moisturized skin is key for getting a flawless foundation application and a youthful glow. After using your go-to facial moisturizer, reach for a primer to smooth out fine lines and pores before applying your foundation. Not only will a makeup primer prep your skin for a long-lasting application, but it also helps to lock in moisture and keep skin looking hydrated throughout the day — an absolute must for mature skin.
A duo primer and moisturizer like First Aid Beauty’s Hello FAB Coconut Skin Smoothie Priming Moisturizer will prep your skin for a flawless foundation application sure to knock years off your appearance, thanks to its brightening and smoothing ingredients.
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First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Skin Smoothie Priming Moisturizer ($28)
2. Use A Beauty Blender
To fight back against fine lines and wrinkles, swap out your brush for a beauty sponge. Using a sponge to apply foundation to the skin helps avoid streaks and ensures a seamless, blended, even look that will minimize fine lines, instead of drawing more attention to them.
Celebrity makeup artists know having the right tools for the job is half the challenge, which is why the cult-favorite Beautyblender is the go-to to get an even, natural finish every time.
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beautyblender beautyblender® pro ($20)
3. Use The Right Shades!
Megan Luman, a celebrity makeup artist and Senior Editor at Mehron, previously shared with SheFinds the importance of picking the right shades to play up your features.
“One technique is to highlight and contour with 2-3 shades lighter and darker FIRST,” said Luman. “It’s okay to create harder lines because the next step is to use a foundation color that matches the skin and buff it in a circular motion.”
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Contrasting both lighter and darker shades allows for a more defined and dimensional look, which of course, does wonder for creating an anti-aging makeup application.
Start with a sculpting highlighter in a shade lighter than your foundation to draw attention to the high points of your bone structure and along your cupid's bow.
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CLINIQUE Chubby Stick Sculpting Highlight ($25)
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