Monday 9 February 2015

Catwalk Foundation - Matte vs Dewy


Catwalk Foundation 411 -


In Kat Vogart's first practical lesson with us, we created and learnt some popular catwalk foundation finishes and re-created them on our models. After browsing through some images with Kat, we learnt that dewy skin is created in order for skin to look soft, moist and glowy. Less is always more when it comes to a more dewy, natural finish foundation and you should always be able to still see the textures of your model's natural skin. This could be freckles, bumps and creases. Prepping the skin is essential and often determines the outcome of your finish AND will always add that moisture you need. By applying moisturiser and a glowing primer, you can instantly add a natural glow and see where the skin shines naturally- will enable you to use less foundation. There is of course a fine line between oily and dewy, and this can be perfected with products that create luminosity rather than an oilier, shinier finish. By still using the least amount of product possible, you can go to the other side of the spectrum and go for an editorial matte finish foundation look. This means there is a slightly more prominent feature of coverage and least shine- even with matte skin, I still like to highlight the higher points of the face to still create a beautiful face. 

Products for Dewy Skin 
  • Satin Primer.
  • Light Coverage Foundation OR BB Cream.
  • Highlighter, cream is usually better for preserving that 'moist' look.
  • MAC Fix+/ Urban Decay Vitamin Complexion Spray.

Products for Matte Skin
  • Matte OR Satin Primer. 
  • Light to Medium Coverage Foundation.
  • Powder Highlighter - NARS 'Albatross' Highlighter is perfect!
  • Translucent Powder OR Powder Foundation for setting!



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