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Step 1
Identify what characteristics you want in a makeup. If you're trying to conceal acne, fine lines, wrinkles or dark circles, choose a foundation and concealer to match your skin type and are slightly darker than your natural skin color. If you seek a natural, even look, choose a foundation that matches your skin color and apply it evenly with a sponge.
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Step 2
Choose makeup for dry skin types that contain moisturizers. Cucumber--a natural moisturizer--is an ingredient in different makeups created to aid skin prone to dryness. Apply the foundation lightly and blend with a clean makeup sponge. No loose powder is necessary to set the foundation, as dry skin maintains the foundation well.
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Step 3
Look for an oil-free, matte-finish foundation if your skin is prone to excessive oil and acne. Matte foundations control shine in your oily areas and provide moisture to places that are dry. Set your foundation with a light dusting of loose powder.
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Step 4
Pick a lightweight, translucent foundation for normal skin to even out your skin tone. A tinted moisturizer with SPF often provides adequate coverage for normal skin. Use a complimentary shade of loose powder to dust over your face for an even look.
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Step 5
Coordinate makeup colors to enhance your skin tone. The two color schemes of makeup are "cold" tones and "warm" tones. Cold tones include the lighter colors and warm tones represent dark, rich colors. Choose the color scheme that fits your skin tone and avoid mixing the color schemes together.
