7 Easy Tips for Applying the Best Foundation for Large Pores

Tools and materials:

• Large makeup brush
• Foundation

1. Prep

Before applying foundation, I made sure my face is well moisturized and exfoliated.

Do not use a primer or any other pore-concealing product before applying foundation. If your skin is dry, this technique can cause some exfoliation, so moisturizing and exfoliating beforehand is important.

2. Clean brush

I also made sure my brush was completely clean before beginning, so I would end up with a smooth, buffed look, and no streaks or swirls in my foundations.

3. Buff

To begin applying the foundation, I used a large brush, buffing my face in a circular motion on all the most problematic areas. I made sure to circulate the brush in both directions, which helps fill in the pores completely.

4. Work quickly

I find some foundations can begin to set very quickly, so I made sure to work quickly buffing it all over my face to avoid any streaks and ensure that beautiful airbrushed look.

5. Avoid the under-eye area

While applying my foundation, I avoided buffing it into the area just below my eyes, as I have found that regular foundation appears too heavy, cakey, and dry in this area. It’s better to use a product made specifically for the under-eye area, and specifically for mature skin.

6. Use bronzer on your neck

The lowest I applied foundation was along my jawline. When I apply bronzer, I will take that lower and blend it into my neck, but I find foundation to be too heavy in this area, as well.

7. Apply loose powder

To complete my airbrushed look, I used a damp beauty blender sponge dipped in loose powder and pressed it gently into all the problematic areas where my pores are enlarged.

The best foundation technique for large pores

That’s it! It’s such a simple technique, and it works so beautifully. My skin looks smooth and airbrushed, and my large pores are completely hidden.

I hope you found this tutorial on how to conceal large pores helpful. If you try this technique for yourself, leave a comment and tell me what you think!

Products used

• Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation
• FENTY Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Setting Powder COL: Butter
• IT COSMETICS Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Buffing Foundation Brush No. 6