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However, the most important part happens before you apply makeup.

Prep the skin by washing with a cleanser like thePaula’s Choice Pore Normalizing Cleanser.

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Which foundations are best for textured skin?

To prevent your uneven texture from being emphasized, use foundations that are lightweight and buildable.

Something that’s cakey, such as cream foundation, will only amplify your uneven texture.

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Instead, use liquid foundations that aren’t too heavy on the skin.

Apply a light, buildable foundation such as theDanessa Myricks Yummy Skin Serum Foundationto ensure a flawless finish.

Dampen it with water or some setting spray and gently tap the makeup into the skin.

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Blend it outwards, focusing on the areas that may need more coverage.

TheByoma Clarifying Serumcontains PHAs, the gentlest chemical exfoliant for your skin.

Bakuchiol, which is derived from the babchi plant, is a common alternative.

Lightweight and antioxidant-rich, it hydrates skin thanks to the squalane and sacha inchi oil it’s formulated with.