Dotting Foundation: A Case Study

Foundation is a colored makeup that comes in both liquid and powder forms. Foundation

is used to visually even out skin discolorations, cover flaws, lessen the look of pores, level out

skin texture, disguise blemishes and offer a base for other types of makeup. Being a versatile

makeup, foundation can be applied in different colors, and styles. For example, foundation can

be applied thinly or densely over the skin depending on the coverage needed or it can be selected

based on the users skin type. With so many different types and consistencies of foundation, there

are also different application tools that can be used. Some common methods of application

include the use of a stippling brush, a sponge or even the users fingers.

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Dotting foundation on the skin makes for an even,

thin coverage. Stippling brushes help to create an airbrushed effect for the surface of one’s skin.

This practice is performed by gently bouncing the brush up and down in circular motions on the

face to spread the foundation out evenly. Although this process is fast and effective, it’s not

recommended for people who have dry skin due the movement of the brush causing micro

exfoliation, or the practice of taking away the top layer of skin with a rough material.

For a softer, even sheerer foundation coverage, a sponge would be the best option. By

using a sponge, preferably one with a point, it becomes easier to apply foundation to smaller

areas of the face. A sponge offers more than just one way to spread foundation. Users can leave

the sponge dry to have thin coverage or wet the sponge to thin out the foundation even more. A

wet sponge allows for the thinning of foundation in places where too much was applied and it

gives the skin a dewy, glowing appearance. Bouncing the sponge up and down on the skin

spreads the foundation and allows for a natural exterior. Less foundation is required,