With proper application it can even out skin color, hide blemishes, or allow with the use of highlighting tones even re-shape ones face. According to skin experts if one cleans their face every eight hours, everything else should fall into place. A gentle cleansing product is especially necessary for those with sensitive skin.
Department store make-up counters can be very confusing.
Ask the counter people what their products contain, if they can't answer you, move on. Consider a liquid foundation over the ease of compressed powder to avert clogged pores. And if you have sensitive skin, look for Hypo-allergenic make up products, Almay for example can be gentle to the skin. It's also a good idea to clean out your make up drawer every three months. Mascara should be replaced regularly because the glands in the eye can contain bacteria that is easily transferred from the brush to the mascara tube.