A tinted moisturizer foundation adds glow, with a hint of color, and helps moisturize the skin. Use the back of the hand to determine color and how well a formulation blends. Foundation, especially drier foundations on older skin, can settle into crevices and look chalky. Test foundation along the jaw line. Check in the natural light when possible.
Fluorescent light can distort the true color of the foundation.
Use a magnifying mirror for extra insurance. Apply on inner part of eye, nose and mouth. Concealers are thicker than foundation, so warm on hand first to give it more of a liquid consistency. Powder brushes should be large and fluffy for dusting loose powder across the face, and powder puffs work well with pressed powder, picking up less product to avoid a matte chalky look. Powder adds layers to the skin which will result in dry, tired-looking skin if used too often throughout the day.