Education & Science - gloMininerals:

Selecting The Right Foundation : coverage , finish & formula

The first step in choosing a proper fit in foundation is to familiarize yourself with the three properties of foundation: coverage, finish & formula.

Coverage

Coverage is the degree to which foundation is applied. To select the proper level of coverage, first assess the client´s skin. Choose the level of coverage that conceals all afflictions with the least amount of coverage possible. There are 3 levels of coverage:

bullet sheer: For clear or slightly flawed skin

bullet medium: For skin with mid-range afflictions

bullet full: For complexions with major afflictions

Finish

The look the foundation has on the skin. There are 3 looks possible:

bullet matte: no sheen or shine on the face

bullet semi-matte: sheen on high points of face

bullet dewy: high shine or shimmer on face

The form of the foundation. gloMinerals offers four formulas:

gloPressed base: A finely pressed powder suitable to use as both a foundation and setting powder.

bullet Coverage ranges from sheer to full

bullet Offers a matte finish

gloLoose base: A versatile loose powder foundation with a dewy finish.

bullet Coverage ranges from medium to full

bullet Best for sensitive skin

gloProtective liquid foundations: A liquid cream formulation in a satin II and matte II finish.

bullet Coverage ranges from sheer to full

bullet Better for less-sensitive skins

gloSheer tint foundation: A sheer and smooth formulation in a semi-matte finish.

bullet Sheer coverage

bullet Can be used with powder for a more balanced color and matte finish

Additional Options

bullet gloMatte finishing powder: Made primarily from rice starch, this powder offers a matte finish with minor
tint to balance color.

bullet gloPerfecting powder: This clay-based formulation offers a truly translucent matte finish that absorbs
excess oil.

bullet gloFace primer: create your own perfect canvas with gloFace primer. This clear gel glides on giving you a
smooth, more uniform surface by filling in fine lines and imperfections to create a flawless appearance
before application of your foundation