01of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHWhat it is:“It gives you the look of a beautiful, even skin tone,” says Hudson’s makeup artistRomy Soleimani, who went with this finish on the star when she asked for a “fresh” look. It’s not shiny or matte — it simply looks like skin.Who it’s best for:If you have normal or dry skin, a natural finish is for you.How to apply it:“You can use your fingers or a dampbeautyblenderand press the product into the skin,” says Soleimani, who recommends applying a thin layer and spot-correcting any problem areas with concealer, in order to keep the makeup at a minimum.02of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHCourtesy CliniqueBuy It!Clinique Superbalanced Silk Makeup, $25;nordstrom.com03of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHCourtesy HourglassBuy It!Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick, $46;sephora.com04of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHBuy It!Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation, $40;sephora.com05of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHDavid Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty IWhat it is:A dewy look makes the skin appear hydrated, healthy and slightly shiny, according to Soleimani. But don’t think sweaty or greasy — instead, it’s a refreshed, glowing-from-within look that’ll keep your skin looking and feeling youthful.Who it’s best for:It’s great if you have dry, dehydrated skin, or simply love a glistening look.How to apply it:Soleimani recommends prepping the face with a moisturizer or primer that has hyaluronic acid, which will plump the skin and lock in moisture. Then, apply a hydrating formula with a moistbeautyblender, starting from the center of the face and working your way outwards. For extra dewiness, dab a skin oil on the high points of your cheekbones.06of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHBuy It!Make Up For Ever Water Blend Face & Body Foundation, $43;sephora.com07of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHCourtesy Estee LauderBuy It!Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Foundation, $39.50;nordstrom.com08of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHBuy It!Dior Capture Totale - DreamSkin Perfect Skin Cushion, $82;nordstrom.com09of 12FOR A MATTE FINISHPresley Ann/Patrick McMullan via GettyWhat it is:A shine-free, powdery finish that looks flawless in pictures, and perfectly made-up in real life. “It doesn’t look very natural — it’s more done-up and great for an event,” says Soleimani.Who it’s best for:Oily skin pairs perfectly with matte foundation, which will absorb some oil and decrease shine. Or, adds Soleimani, “If you’re a selfie queen, go for the matte.“How to apply it:After applying an oil-free moisturizer and letting it dry, Soleimani recommends using a foundation brush to apply the formula beginning in the center of the face, and blending it outwards until it nearly disappears.10of 12FOR A MATTE FINISHCourtesy Bare MineralsBuy It!BareMinerals BarePro Performancewear Powder Foundation, $30;bareminerals.com11of 12FOR A MATTE LOOKCourtesy ChanelBuy It!Chanel Le Teint Ultra Tenue Ultrawear Flawless Foundation, $60;chanel.com12of 12FOR A MATTE FINISHCourtesy Urban DecayBuy It!Urban Decay All NighterLiquid Foundation, $40;sephora.com
01of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHWhat it is:“It gives you the look of a beautiful, even skin tone,” says Hudson’s makeup artistRomy Soleimani, who went with this finish on the star when she asked for a “fresh” look. It’s not shiny or matte — it simply looks like skin.Who it’s best for:If you have normal or dry skin, a natural finish is for you.How to apply it:“You can use your fingers or a dampbeautyblenderand press the product into the skin,” says Soleimani, who recommends applying a thin layer and spot-correcting any problem areas with concealer, in order to keep the makeup at a minimum.
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FOR A NATURAL FINISH
What it is:“It gives you the look of a beautiful, even skin tone,” says Hudson’s makeup artistRomy Soleimani, who went with this finish on the star when she asked for a “fresh” look. It’s not shiny or matte — it simply looks like skin.
Who it’s best for:If you have normal or dry skin, a natural finish is for you.
How to apply it:“You can use your fingers or a dampbeautyblenderand press the product into the skin,” says Soleimani, who recommends applying a thin layer and spot-correcting any problem areas with concealer, in order to keep the makeup at a minimum.
02of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHCourtesy CliniqueBuy It!Clinique Superbalanced Silk Makeup, $25;nordstrom.com
02of 12
Courtesy Clinique
Buy It!Clinique Superbalanced Silk Makeup, $25;nordstrom.com
03of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHCourtesy HourglassBuy It!Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick, $46;sephora.com
03of 12
Courtesy Hourglass
Buy It!Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick, $46;sephora.com
04of 12FOR A NATURAL FINISHBuy It!Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation, $40;sephora.com
04of 12
Buy It!Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation, $40;sephora.com
05of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHDavid Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty IWhat it is:A dewy look makes the skin appear hydrated, healthy and slightly shiny, according to Soleimani. But don’t think sweaty or greasy — instead, it’s a refreshed, glowing-from-within look that’ll keep your skin looking and feeling youthful.Who it’s best for:It’s great if you have dry, dehydrated skin, or simply love a glistening look.How to apply it:Soleimani recommends prepping the face with a moisturizer or primer that has hyaluronic acid, which will plump the skin and lock in moisture. Then, apply a hydrating formula with a moistbeautyblender, starting from the center of the face and working your way outwards. For extra dewiness, dab a skin oil on the high points of your cheekbones.
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FOR A DEWY FINISH
David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty I
What it is:A dewy look makes the skin appear hydrated, healthy and slightly shiny, according to Soleimani. But don’t think sweaty or greasy — instead, it’s a refreshed, glowing-from-within look that’ll keep your skin looking and feeling youthful.
Who it’s best for:It’s great if you have dry, dehydrated skin, or simply love a glistening look.
How to apply it:Soleimani recommends prepping the face with a moisturizer or primer that has hyaluronic acid, which will plump the skin and lock in moisture. Then, apply a hydrating formula with a moistbeautyblender, starting from the center of the face and working your way outwards. For extra dewiness, dab a skin oil on the high points of your cheekbones.
06of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHBuy It!Make Up For Ever Water Blend Face & Body Foundation, $43;sephora.com
06of 12
Buy It!Make Up For Ever Water Blend Face & Body Foundation, $43;sephora.com
07of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHCourtesy Estee LauderBuy It!Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Foundation, $39.50;nordstrom.com
07of 12
Courtesy Estee Lauder
Buy It!Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Foundation, $39.50;nordstrom.com
08of 12FOR A DEWY FINISHBuy It!Dior Capture Totale - DreamSkin Perfect Skin Cushion, $82;nordstrom.com
08of 12
Buy It!Dior Capture Totale - DreamSkin Perfect Skin Cushion, $82;nordstrom.com
09of 12FOR A MATTE FINISHPresley Ann/Patrick McMullan via GettyWhat it is:A shine-free, powdery finish that looks flawless in pictures, and perfectly made-up in real life. “It doesn’t look very natural — it’s more done-up and great for an event,” says Soleimani.Who it’s best for:Oily skin pairs perfectly with matte foundation, which will absorb some oil and decrease shine. Or, adds Soleimani, “If you’re a selfie queen, go for the matte.“How to apply it:After applying an oil-free moisturizer and letting it dry, Soleimani recommends using a foundation brush to apply the formula beginning in the center of the face, and blending it outwards until it nearly disappears.
09of 12
FOR A MATTE FINISH
Presley Ann/Patrick McMullan via Getty
What it is:A shine-free, powdery finish that looks flawless in pictures, and perfectly made-up in real life. “It doesn’t look very natural — it’s more done-up and great for an event,” says Soleimani.
Who it’s best for:Oily skin pairs perfectly with matte foundation, which will absorb some oil and decrease shine. Or, adds Soleimani, “If you’re a selfie queen, go for the matte.”
How to apply it:After applying an oil-free moisturizer and letting it dry, Soleimani recommends using a foundation brush to apply the formula beginning in the center of the face, and blending it outwards until it nearly disappears.
10of 12FOR A MATTE FINISHCourtesy Bare MineralsBuy It!BareMinerals BarePro Performancewear Powder Foundation, $30;bareminerals.com
10of 12
Courtesy Bare Minerals
Buy It!BareMinerals BarePro Performancewear Powder Foundation, $30;bareminerals.com
11of 12FOR A MATTE LOOKCourtesy ChanelBuy It!Chanel Le Teint Ultra Tenue Ultrawear Flawless Foundation, $60;chanel.com
11of 12
FOR A MATTE LOOK
Courtesy Chanel
Buy It!Chanel Le Teint Ultra Tenue Ultrawear Flawless Foundation, $60;chanel.com
12of 12FOR A MATTE FINISHCourtesy Urban DecayBuy It!Urban Decay All NighterLiquid Foundation, $40;sephora.com
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Courtesy Urban Decay
Buy It!Urban Decay All NighterLiquid Foundation, $40;sephora.com
source: people.com
