In the numerous conversations I’ve had with different makeup-loving ladies and gents, one thing I’ve come to realize is that when it concerns foundation, many people, when they find one they really like, stick to it like glue. They’re ride-or-die loyal, and I completely understand this, because finding a foundation that actually works well for you on every level is like finding a chupacabra unicorn (i.e., it’s pretty freaking hard!).

I mean, it’s not as hard as getting a spacecraft piloted solely by cats into orbit around Mars, but it’s hard! In fact, finding a foundation that works with your skin type, delivers the coverage you want and matches your skin tone (and undertones) is probably HARDER than sending astronaut cats into space.

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So when I find a foundation that works for me, I’m faithful to it…for about three seconds, LOL! OK, much more like a few months, but I’m kind of a foundation junkie (you know this) and, depending on what kind of makeup I’m obsessed with at the moment, I’ll stick to something only until the next best thing comes along.

Right now, I’m all about minimal coverage and coverage that looks like real skin, so foundations along the line of compact cushion and tinted moisturizers are my jam. I’m really loving NARS velvet Matte Skin Tint at the moment (I wear the shade called St. Moritz), but a few months ago I was all about fuller coverage and wore Dior’s Nudeskin practically every single day. before that, it was Laura Mercier’s flawless Fluide.

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So, let’s talk foundation loyalty. What’s your take on it? Do you stick to one foundation when you’ve found one to love, or do you bounce around just because?

Your friendly neighborhood charm addict,

Karen