By Chanchala Bose
Hello IMBBians!

Here I am with yet another, very different and yet much required post. This is about foundations. We all might not use foundations daily but definitely pat some on for parties. But, if you want to get it right each time, make sure you are aware of these basics!

1. Type of foundations
There are different types of foundations available in the market. So, make sure you know what all those are meant for. You have cream foundations, pressed powder, liquid, mineral powder and gel.

2. The right shade
Well, this is the tricky one. Choosing the correct shade is very essential. When you are at the store, you can not apply foundation on your entire face. So, you must apply foundation on your jaw line. But one more tip – ask the SA to apply on your face. Spend some time outside the mall in sunlight. Move inside the mall for some time. Leave it on for 1-2 hours or even more. This will give you more time to judge the shade. Checking shade under natural light is definitely crucial. 3. Right foundation as per your skin type
I am sure you know the correct foundation as per your skin type. If you have a dry skin, like me, then use cream based or liquid foundations. Whereas if you have oily or combination skin, then pressed powder or compacts are best for you.

4. Foundations as per season type
You must upgrade your foundations as per the season. Like, in winters, you must go with cream based foundations, whereas in summers you can easily go with ...