{"id":135719,"date":"2022-07-15T14:32:24","date_gmt":"2022-07-15T13:32:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/?p=135719"},"modified":"2024-12-12T04:37:36","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T04:37:36","slug":"formulating-natural-foundation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/formulating-natural-foundation\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Types of Foundation You Can Make"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foundation gives the skin a nice evened out appearance, it hides minor imperfections and creates a \u2018clean canvas\u2019 for further makeup products. Foundations can provide light, medium or high coverage, depending on the amount of pigments used in the product.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s possible to make both powder and liquid foundations at home, where powders can be loose or pressed, and liquids can be sheer or full coverage.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Powders are much simpler to make so they are a great starting point and then you can progress on to formulating liquid foundations, too.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that whether you are brand new to formulating or have some experience, you can absolutely formulate your own foundation!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s explore the types of foundations you can formulate!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 reasons to formulate your own foundation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formulating means you can create a foundation exactly the way you want it to be!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the format you like best \u2013 liquid or powder.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the coverage you like best \u2013 sheer coverage or full coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formulate foundation for your skin type \u2013 for example, customize products for dry skin or oily skin.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Match your skin tone perfectly.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customize your formula with added active ingredients, if you like.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid silicones! Most commercial liquid foundations contain silicones; use natural alternatives instead.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop a new skill that is fun and creative \u2013 have fun mixing pigments to create your perfect foundation shade.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save money \u2013 foundation can be expensive to buy; it is more cost effective to create it yourself.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preservative-free \u2013 powder mineral foundation does not require any preservatives.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for sensitive skin \u2013 avoid irritants and create soothing, natural formulas.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 types of natural foundation you can formulate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a summary of the types of foundation you can formulate. We\u2019ll take a closer look at each type below.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>\n<p><b>Product<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><b>Formula type<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><b>Coverage<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><b>Skin types<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<p><b>Loose powder mineral foundation<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Powder<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light to medium coverage<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All skin types. A popular option for oily skin, as the powders gently mattify the skin<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<p><b>Pressed powder mineral foundation<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Powder<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light to medium coverage<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All skin types. A popular option for oily skin, as the powders gently mattify the skin<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<p><b>Lightweight sheer coverage liquid foundation&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oil-in-water (O\/W) emulsion<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light to medium coverage<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All skin types<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<p><b>High coverage liquid foundation<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water-in-oil (W\/O) emulsion&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High, full coverage<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All skin types, except oily<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/surfactant-ingredients-14-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"4 Types of Foundation You Can Make Makeup Formulation \" class=\"wp-image-135460\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loose powder mineral foundation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loose powder mineral foundation is the easiest type of foundation to formulate and make. It contains \u2018base\u2019 powders that provide coverage, adhesion and slip (enabling it to be easily and smoothly applied).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, mineral pigments are added to the base powder. Depending on the shade you wish to create, the pigments used may include yellow iron oxide, red iron oxide, blue ultramarine, green chromium oxide and black iron oxide.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Darker shades will require larger amounts of pigments added to the white base, while lighter shades will require smaller amounts of pigments.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch the video to see how a mineral foundation is made!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-9-16 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/729557421?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"563\" height=\"1000\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/formulating-color-cosmetics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diploma in Formulating Natural Makeup and Advanced Color Cosmetics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> we provide six shades to get you started. Choose the shade closest to your skin tone and then, if necessary, use our guidance to adjust the shade to suit your skin tone perfectly.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mineral foundation provides light-medium coverage and thus hides skin imperfections. It gives a smooth and uniform appearance. Mineral makeup is applied after other skincare products, such as moisturizer, have already been applied.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mineral foundation is best applied with a brush. Dip the brush into a little of the powder and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">swirl it around to evenly cover the brush. Tap the brush to remove any excess powder and apply to the face in circular motions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Different-shades-of-mineral-makeup.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"4 Types of Foundation You Can Make Makeup Formulation \" class=\"wp-image-135657\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Different-shades-of-mineral-makeup.jpeg.webp 1500w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Different-shades-of-mineral-makeup-300x200.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Different-shades-of-mineral-makeup-1024x683.jpeg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Different-shades-of-mineral-makeup-768x512.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pressed powder mineral foundation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pressed powder mineral foundation is made in a very similar way to loose powder mineral foundation; the difference is that pressing tools are used to press the powder, so it is no longer loose.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pressed powders can be easier to use than loose powders, and are more compact and portable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ensure the powders remain compact and stick together after the pressing process, they require a binding medium. This is a liquid that helps the powdered ingredients stay safely compacted. Conventional cosmetics use silicone but there are many natural alternatives to choose from. We\u2019ll share with you the tools and binding mediums you\u2019ll need on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/formulating-color-cosmetics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diploma in Formulating Natural Makeup and Advanced Color Cosmetics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1491\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Making-pressed-powder-mineral-foundation.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"4 Types of Foundation You Can Make Makeup Formulation \" class=\"wp-image-135737\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Making-pressed-powder-mineral-foundation.jpeg.webp 1491w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Making-pressed-powder-mineral-foundation-300x116.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Making-pressed-powder-mineral-foundation-1024x398.jpeg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Making-pressed-powder-mineral-foundation-768x298.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1491px) 100vw, 1491px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lightweight sheer coverage liquid foundation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sheer coverage liquid foundations are normally formulated as low to medium pigmented emulsions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ensure a light skin feel, in natural formulations, natural esters or lightweight vegetable oils are used and hydrating humectants are included, too. In order to ease the dispersion of pigments, dispersants can also be used in a liquid foundation formula.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018Oil-free\u2019 foundations can be formulated by omitting oils altogether and using only esters in the oil phase.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oil-in-water emulsions (O\/W) are suitable for lightweight, sheer coverage foundations. These will be the emulsions you are most familiar with as most cream and lotion formulas are O\/W emulsions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of foundation is suitable for all skin types and can be particularly useful for people with oily skin looking for a light foundation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1486\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-sheer-liquid-foundation-.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"4 Types of Foundation You Can Make Makeup Formulation \" class=\"wp-image-135741\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-sheer-liquid-foundation-.jpeg.webp 1486w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-sheer-liquid-foundation--300x129.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-sheer-liquid-foundation--1024x441.jpeg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-sheer-liquid-foundation--768x331.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1486px) 100vw, 1486px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High coverage liquid foundation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High coverage liquid foundations are normally formulated as medium to highly pigmented emulsions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good quality, high coverage liquid foundation is best achieved by creating a water-in-oil (W\/O) emulsion.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this type of emulsion, tiny water droplets are dispersed in oils with the help of an emulsifier. As oil is the continuous phase, pigment dispersion is much easier, more effective and even, compared to O\/W emulsions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to create a foundation that contains a high amount of pigments and is still not too greasy on the skin, it is advisable to use W\/O emulsifiers that allow for a high water phase.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some nice new W\/O emulsifiers available, perfect for creating emulsions that aren\u2019t too heavy and that sink into the skin quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">W\/O emulsions are a more advanced type of product to formulate than the other types of foundations mentioned.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1438\" height=\"587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-high-coverage-liquid-foundation-.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"4 Types of Foundation You Can Make Makeup Formulation \" class=\"wp-image-135745\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-high-coverage-liquid-foundation-.jpeg.webp 1438w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-high-coverage-liquid-foundation--300x122.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-high-coverage-liquid-foundation--1024x418.jpeg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2022\/07\/Make-high-coverage-liquid-foundation--768x314.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1438px) 100vw, 1438px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yes, you can formulate foundation!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ll teach you how to formulate all four types of foundation in our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/formulating-color-cosmetics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diploma in Formulating Natural Makeup and Advanced Color Cosmetics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our proven system for teaching formulation skills, developed over more than a decade of training provision, means when you study with us you\u2019ll gain the knowledge, skills and support to succeed at formulating.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t need a scientific background; our courses cover everything you need to know. You can rest assured that you are learning from qualified and experienced professionals, and are not being misled by inaccurate, poor quality and unsafe information often found online.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We start with more straightforward products and progress to the more complex or challenging products, so you can build your skills and confidence along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ll teach you to formulate by providing the following resources for each type of product:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Essential theory: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such as the chemistry of cosmetics, ingredients, equipment, packaging and suppliers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Formulation guidelines and templates:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We break each product down and explain the ingredients used, their function, benefits and usage rates.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Benchmarks:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Analyze products on the market to learn how they are formulated and use them as inspiration for your own products, if you wish.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Example formulations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We provide professional standard formulas developed by our cosmetic scientists ready for you to follow, giving you the chance to put the theory into practice.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Video demonstrations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our high quality, step-by-step video demonstrations will help you learn the practical skills required to successfully make each type of product.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Product development brief and formulation worksheets:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Follow the prompts and guidelines in our worksheet to formulate your own products and take the fast track to success.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Support: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have your questions answered by our team of scientists and join our student communities for peer support.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019d like to find out more about this online course you can do that here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/formulating-color-cosmetics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diploma in Formulating Natural Makeup and Advanced Color Cosmetics<\/a>. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re also on hand to answer any questions you may have, so please do reach out to us by email on <\/span><a href=\"mailto:hello@schoolofnaturalskincare.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hello@schoolofnaturalskincare.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/formulating-color-cosmetics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"980\" height=\"327\" src=\"https:\/\/richards500.sg-host.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Opt-in-Graphics-FANCC-980x327-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-153989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Opt-in-Graphics-FANCC-980x327-1.jpg.webp 980w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Opt-in-Graphics-FANCC-980x327-1-300x100.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolofnaturalskincare.com\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Opt-in-Graphics-FANCC-980x327-1-768x256.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 980px) 100vw, 980px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Foundation gives the skin a nice evened out appearance, it hides minor imperfections and creates a \u2018clean canvas\u2019 for further makeup products. 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