How do you know you’ve done a damn good job in applying your foundation?Ironically, when someone compliments you how good your skin looks. A well applied foundation isn’t how it looks on your face, but how much it looks like your own skin. And while a full coverage foundation look is more product and more glam, it is a no-makeup, makeup looks that requires the most amount of skill and technique. Ahead are some tried and tested things professional makeup artists do to perfect a no-makeup-makeup look. So, if you’re trying to perfect it, ahead are foundation application tips, shared by professional makeup artists.

Even before you begin applying that foundation, ensure that the shade that you’ve found is a perfect match. While swatching the shade on your jawline is the way to go, the right shade would ideally disappear into your skin. Your best bet is to have a closer look on the foundation applied in daylight.Thankfully, makeup companies have been doling out more and more shades, so you don’t have to mix two foundations to find your perfect match.

Once you’ve found your shade, the next big hurdle is the texture of foundation you choose. The texture of the foundation depends on the wearer’s skin type. If you have oily skin, stick to a mousse or liquid or powder foundation. For dry skin, a cream or liquid foundation would do well for you.

Once you’ve figured that out, picking the right kind of tools will set the game. A dense brush, for high coverage, stippling brush for medium coverage and a beauty blender for a sheer coverage. Applying with your fingers also gives a high coverage, depending on how well you apply it.

Makeup artists always a good look on the face before going into it with the makeup application.Once you’ve had a good look at the face, you will realise there are only certain places that need full coverage. For a natural finish, it is recommended you only apply foundation where necessary and double up coverage on blemishes with a concealer.