All about that base – finding the right formula for you
Base cosmetics have come a long way in the past decade. Gone are the days of orange, caked foundation - I shudder to look at my high school photos - with formulations now offered in every finish and coverage option imaginable. While it’s a relief knowing every photo taken of me won’t result in Oompa Loompa levels of orange, it can be overwhelming finding the right base when there is a plethora of options to choose from. Fortunately, Natio has recently reformulated a range of our customer favourite base and foundation products. Here I break down which ones you can use to get your exact desired look.
Dewy and dreamy
If you’re after a base that gives you that “barely there” wash of colour, Tinted Moisturiser SPF 20 offers a convenient skincare and tint hybrid for glowy, protected and hydrated skin. There’s a reason this tint constantly receives 5-star reviews on the Natio website – it’s the perfectly versatile, buildable light to medium coverage formula for every day. To apply for a makeup-free look, simply pat a small amount onto the forehead, nose, chin and cheeks, blending gently all over the face with fingertips.
For a higher level of sun protection, the new Mineral Tinted Moisturiser SPF 50+ also offers a glowy sheen without appearing greasy. Boasting very high broad spectrum protection with Zinc Oxide physical filters, this light blendable tint leaves a natural luminous finish. If you’re a fan of our Clear Zinc Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 and have been looking for a base makeup with the same effect, this one is for you.
Velvety smooth
Shine doesn’t appeal to everyone – and for those after a matte finish, we have you covered (literally)! For a creamy velvet finish with added sun protection, our customer-favourite Cream to Powder Foundation is the perfect buildable shine-free base with newly added SPF 20 protection. Now available in a Fair shade (a godsend for my pasty self) this neat compact is also perfect for touching up, or blotting out shine, while on the go.
If you are looking for a velvet finish in a cream format, the much-loved Flawless Foundation SPF 15 is ideal for veiling skin in a medium coverage base. Like the name suggests, this formula works to flawlessly conceal blemishes and even out pigmentation. If you have more mature skin, this might be the preferred medium coverage formula for you, it blends beautifully into skin without sinking into lines.
Light and luminous
Are you after the “no makeup” makeup look? The Pure Mineral Skin Perfecting BB Cream SPF 15 evens skin tone and brightens for healthy looking, glowing skin in a medium coverage format. This balmy texture blends to match complexion, allowing your inner beauty shine through. BB – blemish balm – provides the lightest level of coverage for those days where you want just a hint of colour for a natural look with colour corrective properties.
Going the extra mile
Sometimes one formula doesn’t do it all, but there are ways to make one base foundation go the distance. Primer can significantly alter the appearance of makeup, so if you’re wanting to add some glow to a matte formula, or blur pores beneath a light coverage foundation, one quick step can add some variety to your makeup look.
The Bronze Glow Perfecting Primer works in one step to add a touch of radiance during the otherwise washed-out winter months. Applied on its own or before a light coverage foundation or tint, this pigmented formula adds a touch of warmth for a year-round (and sun safe!) bronzed glow.
Back by popular demand, the Luminous Pearl Perfecting Primer provides a pearlescent, subtle glow without tint. Ultra fine mineral pearl pigments radiate light for that “glass skin” appearance. Better still, this balmy cream is infused with skincare benefits like antioxidant-rich Pomegranate, Vitamin E and Jojoba. This formula can also be worn alone as the final step in skincare, or underneath any of your favourite Natio base products.
Either way, seal your look with Makeup Setting Spray to add longevity to your makeup, and you have all bases covered!
