Foundation is a cosmetic product used on the face to achieve an even skin tone and provide coverage for issues like redness, pigmentation, or dark marks. To find the right foundation for your skin tone, apply a swatch to your jawline, blend a bit, and wait for half an hour. The shade that nearly disappears is your natural match. Avoid going too light, which can make your skin look ashy or grey. Your face should ultimately match the shade of your neck and shoulder after full application.

A medium coverage foundation provides a level of coverage that can hide redness and lighten dark marks. "Buildable" means it's lightweight and allows you to layer it to increase coverage without looking cakey. It's versatile and can even be used for spot coverage to completely conceal dark marks.

To make your foundation last all day and appear fresh, follow these steps: Start with moisturizer for even application, use a primer for better stay, set with finishing powder to control shine, and finish with a setting spray to make the makeup last long. Reapply the spray during the day to refresh.

The best way to apply foundation depends on personal preference. You can use your fingers, makeup brushes, or sponges — all are accepted methods of application.

To prevent piling, simply wait 5-6 minutes between applying each layer of makeup. This allows the product to set without causing any piling.