8 foundation MISTAKES you are making and how to fix them... tips from makeup expert

[@tinaarabia825]

I am 50 years old and i have been using makeup 💄 for the past 35 years, and i am still learning amazing 🤩 tips and tricks 😉 from the amazing Marlena ✨ you are the best ❤️

[@tinydancer7343]

Exactly the same here!! 🥰😎

[@omomo202]

I’m 44 and if I could only remember everything she tells us…😢

[@haverscutie]

I'm with ya - 44 now- 45 in March

[@YizzieB]

Marlana is bringing back OG KZbin 2.0 🎉

[@tinydancer7343]

I’m here for it! 🙋🏻‍♀️😍🥂

[@Here2vibe]

So incredibly helpful!!! I just went from NO confidence in wearing foundation to feeling like I can do this!

[@phatpharm06]

11:38 this was the best advice I ever got 35ish years ago. It made such a difference in my teenage years.

[@CaliD0LL]

My foundation used to be extremely super cakey but I’ve started watching your videos and learning about viscosity, foundation/primer ingredients, and skin prep and really helped me so much! Thank you Marlena! So excited for Makeup Geek 2.0!

[@MarlenaStell]

I'm SO happy these tips are helping!

[@cathygiuliana9089]

I’m almost 72 years old and I learn so much about makeup and it’s application from you! At 71 I thought I knew everything about makeup! Well I sure didn’t! Since I found your channel, I’ve gotten so many compliments on how good I look! Not how good my makeup looks, but how good I look! Thank you so very much Marlena! This really boosted my self esteem! I guess you can teach an “old gal” new tricks! ❤️🙏🏻💄💋

[@canadiangardenjoyo6896]

@@cathygiuliana9089 You certainly can .. only if I can do it all the right way now ! LOL

[@crl62089]

Thanks for commenting on the lack of olive shades! I get it’s not super common, but it’s always been such a struggle. Warm foundations are still too peachy for me so I use a green color corrector to mix in. But I discovered Lisa Eldridge’s shade 9.5 is my exact winter skin color and I love finally being able to use it only in spots where I need it because it actually matches me. I’m so excited about it!

[@reneesoli5345]

Haus of labs has a shade for my olive skin

[@omomo202]

@@reneesoli5345I was JUST going to say this! My sister is green and Haus Labs is the only foundation that works for her! 🎉

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Yes...colour, thin/thickness of the formula, and how you apply it, does make all the difference...especially the 'tapping' into the skin with either brush or sponge, makes all the difference, getting into the skin or sitting on top and showing up all skin faults.

[@Sweetparadise85]

Why am I just coming across your channel! Right off the bat within the first few minutes the best makeup advise! Thank you for sharing your wisdom! Truly appreciate it!

[@marynaim3912]

Outstanding tips Marlena, you are a true professional and teacher yet come across like an older sister helping out her little sister! Your demonstrations and techniques are so helpful! You show us not tell us! Thankyou you're the best!!! 💓

[@justjen3216]

U are such a beauty!! I'm 46 and have only been into makeup the last several yrs and I just love learning about the ins n outs of makeup. Love this video..very useful

[@SY-uq5mg]

That was really helpful! Wow! Normally people do lot of talking and less useful tips but you have so many useful tips in less than 15 mins video. Subscribed straightaway!☺

[@Makeupry]

I love your tips for the olive skin tone! So few people know to mix pigments in, and I adore LA Girl for providing the color additives for so cheap. One of the biggest annoyances I have with "warm" foundations is that they have waaaaaay too much yellow in them. Not all yellow/warm tones are exactly the same level of yellow. I am slightly warm, but I have to often add in pigments to color correct for them. Or I just go neutral and add some warm bronzer or primer to my skin to make sure I don't look ghostly. I'm so particular about it on clients as well.

[@xxo8888]

I agree. I'm very warm and just got my first Mac foundation. Omg is it waaay too yellow, so I have to add a cool toned concealer. Now I also find myself leaning towards neutrals, warming up w powder or bronzer

[@crl62089]

Same here! I have the green LA girl corrector but I’m interested to try her green eyeshadow trick. My olive has no pink at all so warm foundations and a lot of “olive” shades by some brands still look peachy on me which is frustrating. Kosas and Lisa Eldridge foundations are the only true olive matches that I’ve found.

[@jenfurlow9074]

Can you please do a video on how to pick the perfect shade of concealer for you?

[@NewYorkGirl88]

Use a lighter shade 1-2 shades lighter than your foundation 👍

[@toostinichols5260]

But what if you use the LIGHTEST shade of foundation available? 🤔

[@robynkahle7240]

I am convinced that most bad reviews on Sephora and Ulta are people who don’t know how to use the products.

[@icymads7940]

LITERALLY

[@jenniferlyons4150]

😊😊

[@MarlenaStell]

Partly true I think… It really makes a difference in the tools you use and pairing them up with different formulas

[@robynkahle7240]

@@MarlenaStell I do think skill plays a role, the average person could learn a lot from watching people that do know. I have learned so much from your channel and some others.

[@StormSongs7]

‘I’m sure I troweled enough on. I don’t understand why it’s cracking and cakey’… 🙄 This was supposed to be funny…🤷🏼‍♀️

[@maiseevue0809]

I’m currently building my makeup portfolio and I’m so thankful for your educational videos. Please keep them coming! ❤️

[@lauravolner1124]

Can I just say "where were you whole my life?" I was so desperate to find someone like you. So knowledgeable, professional and just straight points personally. You have done my day,my makeup journey is so nice and clear. Huge thank you 😊

[@TishaPerez214]

You're educational videos are WUNNERFUL! Thank you for taking the time to share!

[@MarlenaStell]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate it :)

[@Healthierme997]

Yes girl coming in with real makeup education.

[@aoyhan5757]

Thank you Marlena!! You are a wealth of information! I bought the Melanie Mills setting spray and I absolutely love it! I bought another van for back up!!! ❤❤

[@SyKnife]

Another cause of confusion for older women is all the YT creators saying that mature skin = dry skin. No, it’s not! I still have extremely oily skin at age 62. It’s a little less oily than at 35, but not enough to wear anything but a matte foundation with an oil control primer underneath.

[@kateaye3506]

Ugh, so true! Don't get me started on the young ones recommending under eye concealers for 'mature skinned' older women. They truly have no idea, as they aren't there yet.

[@kellyross4801]

Louder for the folks in the back!

[@AnyaAnnika67]

True I'm 38 & my skin now leans dry & oily in some places so I have to be careful what products I put on where. It all starts with the right skin care I believe anyway which has helped sort out my skin a lot. Jeez I still have acne at 38 & scarring.

[@donnacorker8476]

Me 🙋🏻‍♀️ 63 and still very oily. Annoys me to constantly hear “mature dry skin” NO!

[@lindseyhavniear4548]

I so wish I was oily

[@walkingbyfaith2885]

TY Marlena, i don't think I've ever heard a creator, influencer or ANYONE speak on the viscosity, the RIGHT tool and the whole nine yards My Nars, Mac, MUFE, foundation's are All silicone based and All this time I thought they were water based, I WAS looking at the first ingredients which is usually Aqua/ water TYFS ❤, I've been wanting to try Dior for my mature dry skin, but it really difficult for darker skin tones especially with warm, golden undertones LOVE YOU TOO PIECES 😘 ❤❤

[@megdvs21]

Love the application tip of rolling the sponge with the foundation ….. i learned to do this with powder application and it makes perfect sense to do it with foundation as well 😀

[@Manveenmakeovers]

One question what if I use oil before foundation??? Foundation is ise is nars radiant and sheer glow chanel…. What does the base formula say. ?? Can we use silicon based foundation with oil ??

[@Patti-1962]

Thank you so much for talking about olive undertones. I also cannot use denatured alcohol, as it will severely dry my skin....so I must read the ingredients, especially for setting sprays. And, as someone with extremely pale skin, a lot of foundations don't make a shade light enough for me. I have discovered the white mix in product from Shop Miss A. The other thing I will do is buy an almost white concealer and add that to my foundation (my favorite is the Wet n Wild Tinted Hydrator!) The NYX Bare With Me concealer has a very light shade that I use!!

[@Magicwithizz]

Haus labs foundation and concealer goes very very light, you may find a match there!

[@jewelsbarbie]

Have you found a setting spray that you like that you would recommend?

[@tammyhall3144]

Thank you for that !!! I am the palest shade of white and it is not easy finding a cool tone that isn't too dark. I might try to cool down a neutral shade with the blue that I need !!!

[@onecuet]

I have the hardest time finding foundations in a medium - tan in a cool pink undertone. Cool pink shades tend to stop at light. Instead they'll offer a cool peach. It makes me look like an orange 🍊.

[@emiliebova]

I am with you there! Either too pale pink or too orange neutral.

[@nikkirevasmrplus5313]

I love that you mentioned olive skin tone! 💯

[@justdawnr.5004]

You’re the best so far who can explain well regarding foundation..thank your for sharing your knowledge ❤️ love 💕

[@k.popper2620]

I have dry mature skin and you have convinced me to buy the Nars reflecting light Foundation. I think the one I got is a little too light so I'm going to get one that's a shade darker and mix the two together and that should be the perfect shade. Thank you!

[@luvzdogz]

What are you wearing on your lips in this video? So pretty!

[@jdhcgeucbdbdhch1338]

You are truly amazing. Thank you for all your hard work. Love your teaching videos. Watch each and everyone. Again thank you

[@taslimarahman9928]

Great content - straight to the point and informative.

[@singlehandedbeauty3581]

I have to thank you for recommending Nars Sheer Glow and Lancome Le Base Pro! I am blown away by the fact that I've actually found a primer that works for my dry, super sensitive skin. It really helps smooth out the texture created by my rosacea and extends the life of my foundation. It's a game changer in my foundation routine!

[@MarlenaStell]

Yay!!! I’m so glad it helped!! I love that combo 🙌🏼

[@helenoharawhite7704]

Thank you - really need to take more time making sure my products are right! Will try harder and aim for better. MERRY CHRISTMAS to u and yours ♡♡♡

[@iamblessed6741]

Any suggestions on what tool to use with cream or stick foundations?

[@deedee2455]

I always think my skin is warm so I often buy foundation with a strong yellow base. I think it's the best color for me even though if I'm honest, it's not completely right for me. Then I tried the warm foundation with an olive tint and it really blended into my skin. This might explain why I also look good in olive green. Also, thank you for explaining the difference between using a beauty blender and a brush for foundation. I didn't know it had that much of an effect.

[@LeslieSantos-z3l]

I can’t thank you enough for this video… I learned a lot ❤️

[@babygirl76ish]

Thanks for the tips Marlene!

[@AM-uu5me]

Thank you for your educational videos! They've greatly helped me!

[@silviahere21]

Now this is how it’s done right! Marlena, this video was the bomb diggity! Bravissima!

[@madcrazymom]

This video gives such great advice. Thank you!!

[@sandrak26336]

Some of the best tips I've come across. Thank you for sharing

[@kellyjhopper9719]

Thank you so much! Used the correct tool for my foundation today and it looks so much better.

[@SherriNDallasTX]

Excellent! I feel educated now🤗

[@j.r4998]

I've been watching you for years and your tutorials are very informative - thank you!

[@PuffTheMagicDragon86]

Oily skin person here, I have tried using a matte primer with a matte foundation, doing all the things you suggested, but my skin is so awkward! Mattes always separate on me, and yes I have tried matte primer, gel moisturiser (together and also not together) I exfoliate etc, but what's weird is that it only seems to separate more on me during winter time, summer time is fine. So during winter, which I think dehydrates my skin, I use the fenty soft matte primer, with Estee Lauder's Futurist foundation and my skin during the day is not separating or anything, it's so weird.

[@Jasmin586]

I have the same problem. When I'm doing lot's of hydration it's separating over the day especially with sunscreen, when I don't do it it looks dry and cakey. In summertime it's much better. 🫠

[@noneofurbusiness5223]

I sweat a lot. I'm always getting makeup on "collar" of blouse. But I'll check out that spray

[@L4Lxo]

Okay wait this makeup is so pretty 😍 Tutorial on this exact look please ❤

[@bourda2012]

What primer should I use with cream makeup? Something new I’m trying and it didn’t occur to me that primers are different. Thanks great info here, too!!

[@JapaneseCherry-y1i]

My makeup looks much better today after applying your tips from this video ❤. It was the buffing into skin I was neglecting

[@cherbear1269]

Excellent video, so informative! Thanks for sharing your wisdom!

[@noneofurbusiness5223]

1. What about fingers

[@jennifermolina4396]

I remember this from your last video about this. I love that L'oreal serum one with the dropper and used to use a sponge with it. I started using a brush with it and it looks great. I mean, that foundation always looks great, but with a brush it takes it up a notch. Thank you for your informative videos.

[@sylviashaw501]

Merry Christmas and thanks for all you do for us........

[@khalor5143]

Hi! So I have some acne scarring on my face and would like some advice on what products I can use to minimize it. Also, what do you recommend for tightening the face and minimizing pores? I haven’t hit my 40s yet but am close and would like to develop a better skincare routine.

[@MsCristina38]

My god, this is fantastic! You are so knowledgeable, thank you so much!

[@titamiranda1976]

Hi Marlena, hope you're doing great! thank you so much for your videos! I always learn so much from you... Really like to pay attention on all you have to teach us! And I have to say 😊 that I really did felt great about this video, because I could see that I'm really doing it right, this side! 😊 A big kiss from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@MarlenaStell]

Awww give Portugal a big hug for me!! xoxo

[@softlipschula]

Marlena always comes through with the best advice--- my all time fav --- she is an OG -- much love from subbie in 🇨🇦❣️

[@timetantay]

Do you have any suggestions for make up on top of sunscreen?

[@PatchouliStef]

The video I never thought I needed but in reality, I do! I have tried so many foundations and it made me look old and it was unflattering! Thank you for this!

[@user-vc1qn7bc9y]

This is one of the best foundation tutorials I have seen. Thanks so much for your content. I'm happy I found your channel.

[@nwetyinwin3788]

Thank you so much for your wonderful tips! Very helpful!

[@danahahmad3266]

Love the shade of your lipstick ❤ what is it

[@rosamunoz743]

Do u recommend to use primer with a powder foundation?

[@thedevilwearschanclas]

These are the videos of yours that I have to watch twice/three times (and take notes) in order for the info to sink in! Thank you, oh wise one! 😊😊❤❤

[@Scoonie]

Thank you , I'm so bad with makeup and this really helped xx

[@louisesharpy]

I love your tips. And they are spot on. I’m so glad you are filming again !! I’m 62 and let me say this to you all. It ALL CHANGES. 😮😂😂❤ what I used to do. Nope. Ha

[@successzen1999]

These are so important information!! BASIC but of UTMOST influence to the overall outcome of the makeup! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@jo4vt]

This was a very helpful video. Thank you Marlena.

[@CarrieKirbyCreates]

Thank you for these tips. I have been struggling lately with my foundation. I think its as we age things change and the way we did it before just doesn't work anymore. Good advice, so thanks

[@stargazer3173]

Hello Miss Marlena. May I ask if you can make a video on how choose the right makeup for acidic skin? Thanks in advance ❤

[@LenaSheppard]

Thanks for sharing these excellent tips. I appreciate you so much !

[@sandythornhill8969]

Learned so much, thank you

[@femininityfaith7920]

❤ As a true dry girly, (I even have light psoriasis) and live in Florida humidity and heat! Skin prep changed my makeup game! Ever since I started doing a serious skin prep before makeup, I haven't looked "cakey" or "Creasy" at all ever since (I won't even do my makeup at all without prep), and then you can wear powder, which makes a huge difference in flawlessness and hiding lines and pores! Rotate between exfoliating wash and cream cleanser, then vit. C serum, hyrolonic acid serum and cream, eye creams, daily moisturizers, gel creams, cereve, vani cream (I use a ton of skincare from the dollar tree, that shockingly makes a huge affordable difference) Just prep till you are very hydrated with what you have on hand, let it sink in, if you're still dry then you haven't put enough, then a face sunscreen (adds to moisture and glow) hydrating primer, pore primer and before during and after all makeup a hydrating facial mist between steps. I also use a AHA which deeply exfoliates but not instantly ( over time) for dryness, (lactic acid lotion prescription) it's Gold, I use it all over body,chest,neck, face,arms, feet etc. I also have a very affordable PM skincare, prep the night before for sure when you know your doing something you want to look good for the next day! I now have had ZERO makeup issues, I use very affordable drugstore/dollar store makeup and it comes out gorgeous every time! I've also learned when choosing foundation shade: and in doubt go lighter, you can always bronze! I also shave my entire face minus brows about once a month ❤ All skincare is applied on the face,chest,arms,and hands Every time! ❤ Dark under eyes I put light foundation up to under eyes, then elf color corrector, then concealer, then loose powder, loose powder also on T-zone and a luminous powder all over when totally done! ❤Because I'm extra extra with the hydration steps, I am able to now wear anything matte as well! Everything doesn't need to be dewy!

[@meesamagill1193]

Thanks for this comment. Can you give a list of what you use before makeup application

[@Chofit_Chaziza]

You're number one. I've been following you for the last 15 years, and you ALWAYS teach me something new. God bless you, Marlena! ❤🎉

[@lizym8146]

New subscriber here! As someone who rarely wears make-up, I'm excited to learn from your expertise! ❤ I always had issues with getting the cakey face and stopped trying. I'm excited to watch more of your videos and learn how to look flawless!

[@rosamoreno4794]

Marlena can you cover where to store foundations and concealers? I just found out in NOV at age 46 not to keep them up on my counter, my bathroom has a large window. I now store my foundations in my medicine cabinet with my skincare & sunscreens and my concealers in the cabinets. Also, the expire dates, throw old foundations away.

[@MarlenaStell]

I always recommend storing makeup outside the bathroom only because moisture causes formulas to break down faster or grow bacteria. Foundations should be thrown out after 2 years if it's unopened, and 1 to 1.5 year if it's opened and used

[@k.m.f369]

That's largely nonsense.

[@Plainandsimple25]

Thank you. Do we still beed to use moisturizer if we use sunscreen and primer? Or does the sunscrean act as a moisturizer? Thank you

[@emiricarlayamamoto452]

i’m learning a lot from you miss marlena. especially the word ‘viscosity’. what i’m learning from you, i always share to my friends. and i also love nars sheer glow. unfortunately, nars japan discontinued them. i want to order in sephora us but they don’t ship here in japan.

[@Danit.Talkscentswithme]

I love watching your foundation videos! The topics just keep going because the struggle is real for everyone 😂👍🏻♥️

[@amritpalgumley5276]

These are really helpful tips..we assume we know it all but all of what you said makes so much sense! Next time I buy a product, I'll check all that you said! Thank you

[@theresas2520]

When I first bought the Hourglass Ambient foundation it looked great. I was keeping up on my skincare too. Then my attention was on another foundation for awhile and yesterday I decided to wear the HG again since it had been a while and it looked horrible. I'm pretty sure its because I haven't been exfoliating as much as I was.

[@aashima2828]

She is a makeup genius! 🙌❤️

[@marlenegonzalez503]

Dior and Lancôme have olive shades and their foundations are amazing

[@neecee_90]

New subscriber but I love what I've seen so far .... where have you been all my life! Lol I've been figuring this out all my life (54yrs), so the 'how to' is important but the 'why' is what I think is more important. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Much appreciated. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄

[@SarahCanada-z5w]

I just want to say I've watched a lot of make up videos and never did it really help understand why my makeup didn't look or feel right until I stumbled upon these and I am so grateful for it hopefully the next time I put my foundation on it looks the way it should thank you for all the tips and advice

[@alexkruse5284]

Your tip to roll foundation in (using Armani silk) was life changing!! Tytyty!!

[@sarahnabors8196]

I’m loving Estée Lauder double wear mixed with a little bit of the Advanced Night Radiance serum mixed with it. I’ve been applying with a damp beauty blender. I feel like as I’m applying it, the blender picks up some of the foundation. Would you recommend a brush to apply it? I want it to look like skin and not be a heavy coverage.

[@midwestbadger2503]

Help us with undereye creasing at 30 years old, no botox just no more 20 year old under eyes anymore and I'm struggling on how to apply concealer/what to use.

[@leahmedak]

Thank you for this!! After years of watching so many makeup videos, I still learned new things today! New subscriber

[@hayaaaaliiii]

This video is super helpful! I am a beginner and this is what i needed! Thank you so much!😍♥️

[@firenova5943]

I have a new view on my fountain now. Thank you! I shared this with my friends who are big on makeup

[@jackieturner4144]

marlena congratulations on makeup geek academy and a huge thankyou for all the work you put in to bring your teaching and tutorial video you are appreciated always xx

[@MarlenaStell]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it ♥️

[@Cesca324]

Love your video, I’m terrible with foundation finding the right color and applying this helped! Where can I get that brush? Thank you!!

[@janis7964]

Just watched one of your videos for the first time and so glad I did. Lots of great tips! Subscribed!!

[@yvettegarcia2497]

VERY informative, thank you! Can you recommend an afordable silicone primer. Also, have you and if not could you do a video on brushes. What kind does what, etc.? I am always so confused what to use sometimes.. thanks

[@sharlaazhar5152]

Excellent presentation keep it up!

[@janiceg7661]

I learned 2 new tips this yesr that are great i think zabrina and Alex maybe...mix concealer and foundation and use a fluffy brush using a little then add as needed. The brush was a game changer.

[@jbridges9574]

I ALWAYS end up with polka-dot pores. I have tried primers and liquid and cream foundations of all kinds and no matter what, it looks awful. I have pretty good skin so I gave up.

[@AnyaAnnika67]

Have you tried the tarte primer? It's like a pink hue moose in a round pot - best to just put on areas you need it & warm it up with your fingers first 😊

[@sussannekeith5676]

@@AnyaAnnika67Try primer just on your T-zone… I do that and have no issues….

[@ravenrose6672]

I have Seborrheic Dermatitis on my forehead and cheeks along with Rosacea. I mix Squalane into my foundation and it works beautifully to not only apply great but it helps it last too. Took me a long time to figure out how to wear foundation with my particular skin.