Which type of makeup is best?

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Robinson
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Which type of makeup is best?

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Let me say the truth first; there is no such thing as best makeup for everyone. You’ll bound to get a perfect make up depending on your skin type (oily, dry or sensitive), the occasion you want to attend and your personal style( is it natural? bold? minimal?).

Let's dive into some practical examples. For
- Oily skin → Matte foundation works well.
- Dry skin → Hydrating cream makeup works better and,
- Wedding → Long-wear and high-coverage would be just fine.
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5 Makeup Types And Who They’re Best For

1. Natural/No-Makeup Makeup: This is best for daily wear, schoo, and perfect for a very sensitive skin. It’ll make you glow of you wear it and I’ll advise you try tinted moisturizer, lip balm and mascara.

2. Full-Coverage Makeup: This is a makeup type that is best for events, taking photos and probably for hiding acne or scars. It makes you look flawless and gives you skin an even feel. You can try liquid foundation, concealer and setting spray for this make-up but you need to use it sparingly to avoid a cakey look.

3. Matte Makeup : This is best for oily skin, and perfect for hot climates. The good thing is that it last all day and gives that shine-free finish. Use oil-free foundation and powder blush for this.

4. Dewy Makeup : This is perfect for dry skin, and for fresh looks. Makes your skin have that hydrated and luminous feel. Use illuminating primer and cream highlighter if you have a dry skin.

5. Mineral Makeup : This is actually best fit for a very sensitive or acne-prone skin. It's made with natural ingredients like zinc and mica. Use loose powder foundation and mineral blush if your skin falls under this category .

Match Makeup to Your Skin Type
Getting the right makeup that matched your skin type is very important. Let's look at this:

- Oily Skin: Matte or mineral makeup (absorbs oil) is very good for oily skin.
- Dry Skin: For dry skin type, dewy or hydrating cream formulas is a good choice.
- Sensitive Skin: A fragrance-free mineral makeup is a very good match for people with sensitive skin.

Quick Picks for Common Needs

Let's look into some quick picks for your common needs.
- For Office/Work: Natural makeup is the best choice.
- For Date Night: Use Dewy makeup with shimmer eyeshadow to look very perfect for the occasion.
- For Acne Coverage: I used full-coverage and green color corrector for this and it's very nice on me.
- For Gym/Sweat: Try out tinted sunscreen and waterproof brow gel. It's a good choice for gym.

3 Makeup Mistakes to Avoid

There are certain mistakes to avoid when applying makeup.
1. Using Expired Products: You should avoid expired makeup as it can cause breakouts.
2. Skipping Skincare: Don't skipp skincare because makeup looks much more better on moisturized skin.
3. Wrong Shade Match: Don't make a wrong shade match. Make sure to test foundation on your jawline first.

How to Choose Your Best Makeup

Before you choose any makeup, it is important to put the following points into consideration.
1. Identify your skin type.
2. Decide your coverage whether light, medium or full.
3. Pick 2-3 products to start. Pick foundation, mascara and lip color to start with.
4. Experiment. I found drugstore brands like e.l.f. to be very affordable for testing.
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