Created by an actress with years of on-screen time, this Tokyo-based skin care line is a favorite of makeup artists and movie stars. The brand's star high def product, Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Foundation, $62, is formulated with two types of light-reflecting particles and finely milled mineral pigments. The formula offers all the coverage of a cream, but with the sheerness of a liquid foundation.
If you're looking to HD-ify an already existing look (especially a tired one), Inglot has a great range of powders to create an "I'm awake!" illusion and a soft focus effect, all in a few swipes. Inglot HD Illuminizing Loose Powder, $16, contains tiny light-diffusing particles and diamond dust to give tired skin a refreshed look on camera, even when applied over foundation, while the spherical particles in Inglot Mattifying Loose Powder 3S, $16, make it great for disguising under-eye bags without the cakey buildup of concealer and foundation.
Looking for a foundation that will keep your complexion looking flawless and even? Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation, $44, will give you that glow from within look due to it's high vitamin C contents (an extremely revitalizing antioxidant). The product also contains hyaluronic filling spheres which gently absorb into the skin to help smooth out and hide fine lines. It's safe to say this foundation's got you covered on camera (literally).
You don't need to break the bank to invest in the best HD makeup. For a foundation that makes your skin radiant on screen, try Mehron Celebré Pro HD Make-Up, $13.95. It provides buildable coverage and contains hydrating antioxidants like vitamin E, pomegranate and aloe vera that help to blur out skin's imperfections and give you a beautiful airbrushed look.
Now that you've seen the top product picks, follow these tips to get the most out of your HD products from Nicholas Lujan, managing educator at Make Up For Ever:
• At a minimum, invest in an HD Powder -- it works on all skin colors and can be used with any other makeup products.
• Use a brush. Sponges absorb too much product and build too much coverage when you're stippling an HD formula. Foundation or kabuki brushes allow you to buff foundation on without streaking or introducing oils from your fingertips.
• Use less than you think. Remember: the camera magnifies and a flash bounces light.
• Beware of highlighters, glitter and sparkle -- these products are magnified on camera -- in an unflattering way. Foundations with satiny finishes will read as radiant glowing skin on camera without the need for frost.
• Always apply a touch of foundation into the hairline, neck, ears, and any areas that are visible in close-up camera shots for an even look.
BY
ERICA SMITH, JESSICA AMARIS |
MAR 23, 2016 | SHARES
