How to Apply Foundation for Indian Skin

Makeup artist Eve Pearl shows us how to use foundation to balance out an uneven complexion.

How to Apply Foundation for Indian Skin

Begin all makeup applications by priming and moisturizing your skin. For oily skin or any sort of shine on the nose and forehead, follow-up with an anti-shine gel to provide a matte surface on the skin.

How to Apply Foundation for Indian Skin

Apply a dual cream foundation to the primed skin with a foundation brush. Begin by applying the darker of the two foundations on the cheeks, nose, and forehead. Next apply the lighter of the two foundations on the chin to complete the reverse contouring effect.

How to Apply Foundation for Indian Skin

With a moist sponge, blend the foundation all over the face for beautiful, even coverage. The more water you add to the wedge, the thinner the coverage of the foundation. For full coverage, you can leave the wedge dry.

Use a concealer brush to apply a salmon-toned concealer below the eye and around the mouth-anywhere there are blue undertones in the skin-and blend down into the foundation.

How to Apply Foundation for Indian Skin

It is very important to set the foundation and concealer with a powder to ensure that it lasts. Use a powder puff to apply a neutral powder all over the face. Make sure not to wipe the powder on but to press the powder into the skin. "Dab, don't wipe."

For color in the cheeks, use a fan brush to apply medium-toned trio of blushes. Run the fan brush over all three colors to mix them and fan the brush across the cheeks. Follow this up with a shimmery bronzer on the top of the cheeks for a highlight.

How to Apply Foundation for Indian Skin

Finish the look with sparkly lip gloss and you are ready to go!

How to Apply Foundation for Indian Skin