How can cakey, fake looking skin be avoided when wearing foundation concealer etc?

Question

What is the best method to choosing and wearing foundation to avoid looking disgustingly cakey, dry, mask like , artificial, etc...so on and so forth, What brands of make up including foundation, powder, and perhaps concealer looks the least cakiest?

Answer 1

The best way is to apply devils food liberally (Not conservatively, that is evil!!). Hope that helps.

Answer 2

If your foundation looks 'cakey', you're either using the wrong type, using too much, or not applying it right. It could also be that your skin is not in good condition. You can try using a moisturizer beforehand, that should help some. If you're using liquid foundation, try applying it with a damp makeup sponge. This will help the liquid glide over your skin better, so there's no drag, and you'll get more even coverage. Or you could try a tinted moisturizer, but these don't usually have much coverage. If your skin is pretty good, that's a good option. I like Bare Escentuals mineral foundation, it never looks cakey if applied properly, but that takes a bit of practice. As for powder, use a translucent one, and use a brush to apply.

Answer 3

Moisturise 10 minutes before applying make-up. Use a foundation brush to apply foundation and concealer. Remember to use the right colour of foundation for your skin, this is very important to achieve the best, most natural and attractive look for your skin. Your foundation is supposed to improve and make the most of your complexion not cover it up. Your concealer should be two shades lighter than your foundation. Apply a small bit of foundation to each area of your face, one area at a time and blend well, if you want a little more coverage, repeat this step with just a small bit of foundation. Then, put a little concealer on your foundation brush and dab it lightly on the areas you want to cover i.e. over blemishes, under eyes (not necessary if you don't have dark shadows), corner of your nose and mouth etc. I have realised recenly that when I don't apply powder to my face, I look so much more natural and radiant and less caked. I know it's supposed to hold your make-up in place and that's the only reason I ever used it but when I follow the above steps, I never have a problem with my make-up, it stays in place all day long and stays beautiful, for me anyway. I don't know what type of skin you have. Oh yeah and don't forget to add a bit of blusher, smile and apply it with a big brush to the apples of your cheeks right up to your hairline. This will give you a glow and add colour to your skin and also bring out your eyes. Hope this works for you, good luck : )

Answer 4

The keys to good foundation coverage is to first find the right shade. Look at your makeup the way it normally is, is it too light? dark? orange/yellow? blue? Use those answers to adjust the shade (lighter or darker) and the tone (warmer or cooler).

And then apply your makeup carefully, get thin sheer layers by using a foam applicator for liquids and a good brush for powders. Applying a moisturizer just before makeup makes the sheer layers easier. Then buff lightly with a tissue and apply more makeup if needed. Just remember to build coverage in layers rather than slop a ton on in one go.

Being a mark representative (mark is a division of Avon) and a loyal customer of their products I would recommend using their makeup line. My favorite foundation is Powder Buff, a very natural looking pressed powder foundation. But there is also a very good liquid foundation and tinted moisturizer all well priced at around $8.

Answer 5

I found that the only way to avoid this is by using a tinted moisturizer instead of a real heavy foundation. It seems to me that all foundations eventually look "caked on" and even seem to crease like around your mouth and forehead. I have had really good luck with Lancome's tinted moisturizer. It is lightweight, yet still has excellent coverage. I apply it with a brush all over my entire face and blend into the neck area as well. Its a bit pricey, $38 for a tube, but it lasts forever. Also, you can even mix in some of your moisturizer with it, that way it blends even easier, and lasts longer!!

Answer 6

to avoid having the thick, dry, cakey look you want to moisterize. however, what you want to do is moisterize liberally at night time before bed, wash your face in the morning and then moisterize lightly. If you add too much moisterizer before applying make up, you may look greasy or your foundation my not last as long as you may want. also, it is important that you find your right shade. Another thing, you dont need to apply foundation all over your face, only where you most need it, around discolorations, blemishes and such and make sure you apply with cosmetic sponges, for they apply smoothly as opposed to rubbing it with your fingers and just smearing.

Answer 7

Try using Bare Minerals brand foundation and concealer. I'm sure you've seen the infomercials about it. The cheapest place to get it is QVC. You can order it on line...My daughter and I both use it, and it's not cakey at all. It really looks natural.

Answer 8

It sounds like you might have dry skin. You should exfoliate. Microderm abrasions are AWESOME!!! The salon one's are fabulous, but you can get an at home treatment as well. It will take all of the dry skin off your face (you should use a thick moisturizer immediately after doing the treatment). Your foundation will look flawless!!!

Answer 9

dont wear any powder... try some long lasting foundation!

i wear lancome foundation (35$ a bottle at macys), and apply it with a kabuki brush in quick even strokes on small amounts of my face at a time. Then i put some on my neck too, to avoid pancake face. its all abouth blending!

and dont buy cheap makeup like covergirl or maybelline. that stuff sucks, doesnt stay on very long, and clogs your pores easier. plus, it has lower quality ingredients. that stuff really looks fake!

Answer 10

I mix my foundation with a little lotion before I apply it. Thins it out so it's not cakey