Water-based Make Up vs Oil-based Make Up
When it comes to foundation, there are dozens of variants. Liquid foundation, mousse foundation, cream foundation – it can all get a bit confusing.
However, there is one common denominator between all of these; whether the foundation is oil-based or water-based. And this, dears, is the most important thing to take into consideration when choosing a foundation.
- Water-based foundation
Water-based foundation has water as their first and main ingredient. These foundations are super runny and usually lighter than oil-based foundations.
They provide you with a light to medium coverage and spreads evenly on the skin.
Water-based foundations are best prescribed to people with super oily skin or even those with normal/combination skin.
If you are looking for light coverage while still covering imperfections, the a water-based foundation is the way to go.
- Oil-based foundation
Oil-based foundation has oil as it’s first and main ingredient. They are mostly in liquid form and is slightly thicker and less runny than water-based foundations.
Oil-based foundations are ideal for people who want heavy coverage and a sleek, glowy look.
People with very dry skin and older people with fine lines and wrinkles will benefit most with oil-based foundations. These foundations can, however, quickly become shiny when not blended correctly, so the key is to blend blend blend.
If you want to prevent shiny skin, make sure you dad a little powder foundation over your oil-based foundation to make it stick and eliminate unnecessary shine.
