Every chick on the planet (yes, even models) has face flaws. Thankfully, a little bit of makeup manipulation can do wonders to hide blemishes, even out your skin tone, and brighten dark under eye circles. As you’ll hear over and over, a key part of faking an amazing complexion is finding the right makeup shade for your skin tone, whether it be foundation, bronzer, or blush. Here’s, all you need to know to look absolutely luminous.

Key Application Tips

Clean fingers can provide the sheerest, most natural effect since the warmth of your hands helps to “melt” the base onto your skin. It’s best to use your fingers with liquid and cream foundation formulas.

Sponges provide more coverage and are good for blending cream-to-powder or thicker liquid foundations. Tap, don’t rub, the base into your face with the sponge for an even finish, says.

A foundation brush gives a heavier, more velvetly finish because you’re literally painting on a liquid or cream base. This is ideal if you’re going for a very polished look.

For days when you need minimal help.  Go for a liquid foundation or tinted mosturizer. They are sheer, blend easily, and will even out your skin tone. Look for versions that have light-reflecting pigments if you want to boost glow.

For Days When You have some obvious red splotches. Go for a cream-to-powder formula. It’ll give you medium coverage and a noncakey finish.

For Days When you won’t be able to touch up your makeup all day. Go for A transferproof base- it forms a light, flexible film that ensures the pigment won’t fade for hours. Quick tip: Let your moisturizer absorb before applying your base, then blot your face with a tissue to remove any excess.

For Days When Your face is breaking out or you’re more oily. Go for an oil-free foundation that contains the zit-fighting ingredient salicylic acid (it will say so on the package) won’t clog pores or slide off your face.