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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Problems with the skin can be diverse: it is dryness, and excessive fatness, redness and pigmentation, acne. And also - bruises and bags under the eyes, excessive hairiness, other flaws. Something needs to be treated, another - to hide make-up.
Names of foundation for problem skin
It is safer to use tonal creams for problem skin of well-known brands. Here are some names of tonal creams for problem skin, produced by cosmetic companies:
- Vichy - corrective pencil Dermablend, Creams Normatent, Norma Tone
- Noreva exfoliak - cream with ANA matiruyuschy, Avene with a non-greasy texture (useful for a few acne)
- Bourgeois - "Rosellan tonal care" (hides redness)
- Bioderma - "Photoderm AR cream SPF 50" (hides redness)
- Uryazh - "Roselyan" (for dry and sensitive skin)
- La Roche - "Toleran Tone" tonal emulsion (helps with atopic dermatitis)
- Emulsion Lierak and Vichy Flexlexift is effective for tightening aging skin.
Vichy normaderm (vichy normaderm)
- Tonal cream for the problematic skin of the vicha normaderm, shade 15, (opal color)
It is characterized by a light consistency and at the same time good resistance against sebum secretion. Provides a thin coating, breathing cells for the whole day. The composition of the vicha normal regulates and nourishes the skin, contains a preventive component from photoaging.
Recommended for daily use with oily and normal skin (from 18 years). Provides an impeccable color, over time the condition of the skin improves noticeably.
- Vishy Normaderm Tone for oily and problem skin, shade 25 (beige)
It has resistance, in the composition - anti-aging and UV-protective components. Provides matte and cleanliness of the face, with systematic application makes the defects less noticeable. Contains useful thermal water, is recognized as hypoallergenic and non-medicated. It has a slight fresh smell.
Suitable tonal remedy for 20 - 30-year-old women with problem skin.
Clinics
One of the world's leading companies Clinigue is particularly demanding for the quality of raw materials and high efficiency of products. Toning products are conventionally divided into groups: corrective (greenish packaging), moisturizing (pink package), for oily and problem skin (beige packaging), makeup basics.
- Clinigue Anti-Blemish Solutions Liguid Makeup
Particularly suitable for inflammation. The composition is designed to reduce the production of sebum, while retaining sufficient moisture. With this approach, the amount of rashes gradually decreases.
Light, but resistant coating - a great way to hide under the makeup pimples, enlarged pores, spots. It does not provoke irritation, it refreshes, with regular application it helps to get rid of rashes.
- Clinigue foundation for problem skin
Correction base with the formula of care and protection. Excellent "hides" unwanted pigmentation, redness, other shortcomings. It covers a light layer, does not form a divorce. Suitable for all skin types. Different tones are offered.
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Belita
Belita (Belarus), in addition to conventional tonal creams for problem skin, produces correctors.
- Tone corrector-camouflage
It is intended for toning post-aggressive traces and other minor shortcomings. Masks problems, but does not clog the respiratory pores. Camouflage makes the skin natural and clean.
- Cream-corrector CLASSIC
Has nutritional and moisturizing properties, well masks defects, evenly falls on the skin. Does not clog pores. Shades traditional: natural, beige, light tan. The proof-reader is packed in tubes with a thin spout.
- "Humidification plus nutrition" two in one
The composition includes a very useful vitamin E. Moisturizes, nourishes, smooths the problem skin, adapts to the individual skin color. Hiding defects, does not clog pores. The shades are the same.
Noreva exfoliak
Noreva specializes in medical cosmetics for irritated, prone to acne skin. Some of these tools:
- Exfoliac soin anti-imperfections teinte clair
Not just hides, but effectively relieves of acne. Regulates fat release, treats inflammation, does not allow the propagation of harmful microbes. Light shade (lasting several hours) and texture contribute to quick flushing or removal with cotton pads. Contains vitamins, microspores, natural pigments. Created two options: for a swarthy and lighter skin.
- Noreva exfoliak
Means for oily, combination, problem skin, toning plus medical care, perfectly conceals deficiencies. Has antimicrobial and other useful properties. Updates the cells. The cream has undergone clinical dermatological testing, non-comedogenic, contains no flavoring, parabens.
- Noreva Merck Exfoliak matting
Designed for oily and problematic skin: masking, correction, alignment of relief and color. Gives dullness and keeps it long. It hides the diffuse redness, other defects. Non-medogenic, hypoallergenic. Recommended for "adult", as well as for all types of youthful skin.
Mineral foundation cream
Hormonal changes, stresses, diseases, allergic reactions and other negative effects lead to irritation, redness, acne, acne on the face. To hide, and ideally - to get rid of these troubles forever, it is quite possible; but not the first to be found, but carefully selected high-quality means. It is desirable - recommended by a professional.
But if you decide on your own, you should know: the problem skin does not tolerate some ingredients (the designation "lanolin", "isopropyl myristate"). A water remedy is allowed, and the best choice is a mineral foundation: with a minimum of chemical ballast, but with an antimicrobial effect. Antiallergenic, non-medicated toning products of this type do not cause undesirable consequences and additional problems: it does not contain solid impurities that clog pores, as well as bismuth of chlorine, which provokes inflammatory phenomena.
According to the research, one of the best mineral foundation creams for problem skin is Bare Minerals SPF 15 Foundation. Contains powerful components: titanium dioxide, zinc oxide.
La Roche
- Cream for problem skin
The formulation is tailored to the needs of the skin, prone to increased fat production. Light, stable texture is evenly distributed without causing discomfort. With constant use it alleviates the skin, saturates with nutrients, makes invisible areas unnoticeable. Protects against photoaging. It is useful for very sensitive skin.
La Roche offers bodily, sandy, opal shades.
- Corrective foundation foundation
Ultra-light cream-emulsion of French production is intended for especially delicate skin. Thanks to the improved formula and homogenization technology, La Roche achieved an ideal uniformity. An excellent means for make-up does not have preservative and flavoring components. High concentration of quality pigments provides a reliable masking of unevenness, redness, giving the face a natural, well-groomed and comfortable feeling, regardless of the temperature of the environment.
Max Factor
Brand Max factor is so famous, and the assortment is so diverse that it does not need special advertising. The company's products, including foundation creams for problem skin, are popular among professionals, and those who are comfortable to do make-up themselves.
- Max Factor Facefinity 3 in 1 foundacion
Cosmetic novelty, according to reviews, fully met the expectations of women. Three in one is the basis, the corrector plus the tone. Each quality excellently fulfills its function: the base prepares the skin for subsequent actions and prolongs the stability of make-up; the corrector well "hides" bruises, pimples and other problems; matte shade looks perfect on oily skin.
Another advantage is the variety of tones: eight of them, including for very light skin. It does not yellow, but looks like a natural ivory tone.
- Max Factor Color Adapt
Has a number of advantages: when aligned it merges with a natural shade, does not interfere with the breathing of cells, staunchly holds on the face. But this applies only to dry skin; in case of other problems the cream will not work.
Loreal
Loreal pleases with a unique variety of shades of tonal creams for a problem skin: each has about a dozen options. They are labeled with letters before the tone number. For example:
- D - light with yellowish.
- N - natural.
- R-natural with pinkish.
The most popular products are Loreal
- L'Oreal AllaincePerfect
Hypoallergenic, moisturizing, toning. Quickly, actively and without a trace absorbed. When peeling, it requires preliminary moistening.
- L'Oreal Infaillible
Thanks to the use of special technologies, it successfully masks the traces of aging and fatigue. Effectively masks the pores, long enough to maintain a high-quality make-up. The texture is suitable for the winter period. Makeup artists advise using a moist cosmetic sponge for this cream.
- L'Oreal Lumi Magiqué
The effect of radiance (the name is translated: "magic of light") is achieved due to the minimal fat content, light texture. With oily skin, a radiant shade is fixed with a compact powder. Issue eight tones, denoted by letters and numbers.
- L'Oreal Mat Magique
Universal cream for oily and problem skin. Advantages - durability, especially in the hot season. It offers eight shades: from ivory - to cream-beige.
Urjazh
Dermocosmetics Uryazh is made on the basis of thermal waters of one of the resort alpine towns. Has a curative effect, is sold in some pharmacies.
- Sunscreen Fluid for the face (Hyseas series)
Excellent lightweight for problem combined skin with enlarged pores. Inflicted on the day cream, the fluid protects from the sun, withstands the heat, does not "swim" and does not cause discomfort; has a fruity smell.
- Sunscreen emulsion SPF 30 Hyseas
Due to the liquid consistency is consumed quite sparingly. If you overdo it, you will get a bright coating. Excellent suits for make-up, pleasant dullness persists for a long time. According to reviews, with regular use of the emulsion aligns the color, eliminates the effects of acne.
- Cream-gel with matting effect Hyseas Mat
A tonal cream for the care of problem (oily) skin. It is well absorbed, tones, moisturizes, leaving no trace. Suitable as a base, has a pleasant scent.
Bioderma
The Bioderma company believes that foundation creams for problem skin should not simply decorate the shortcomings, but eliminate them. Experienced in the issues of beauty and fashion, the French have patented the unique active complex "Fluuidactive", which directly affects the cells. It is he who is part of the super effective
- cream-gel Sebium Mat Tinted Anti-shine Fluid
Which not only relieves fatty gloss, but also normalizes the activity of the sebaceous glands. Aligns the relief, cleans the pores, makes the skin fresh and healthy. Recommended for women with oily and combination skin from 18 years of age.
- Sebium Al corrector
Has medicinal properties, a great way to hide acne without exacerbation. It is important that it does not provoke new inflammations. It looks natural, covers with a thin, but dense layer. Without matting effect. In the kit - a green corrector for point application.
- Sebium Anti-shine Fluid
Designed for daily use for adults and adolescents with problem skin. Matting properties eliminate unwanted shine on oily and mixed skin. Due to the presence of seboreguliruyuschego complex "Fluuidactiv" updates cells. Prevents inflammation, does not provoke comedones. Good under makeup.
Bourgeois
One of the oldest French cosmetic brands. The products from the Bourgeois combine traditions and innovation, elitism and accessibility. Cream for problem skin
- Bourjois 123 Perfect
From the budget. Useful for oily and mixed skin. The consistency is liquid, it hardens on the skin quickly, even during application. It is characterized by long durability. Contains three pigments (yellow, green, purple). Aligns the overall tone, but serious defects are beyond his power.
- Bourgeois Healthy Mix Serum
Serum fast action. The formula is based on the benefits of natural vitamins. Included are substances of exotic fruits and berries - pomegranate, lychee, goji. Saturates a complex of vitamins, antioxidants, microelements.
- Cream-care Bourjois CC CREAM
A new tool with a successful combination of "correction + care." Contains effective substances to remove pigment and red spots, tired appearance, protects from harmful radiation. The texture is so weightless that the cream seems to "fuse" with the skin.
- Cream-care Bourjois BB Cream
The main properties - care and matting, additional - persistent concealment of defects, protection from UV rays, moisturizing. Excellent on the skin and held all day.
How to choose a foundation for problem skin?
An unprepared person is not easy to understand cosmetic abundance. Sometimes the question "How to choose a foundation for the problem skin?" Can competently answer only a specialist. In other cases, the available information will tell you.
Tonal cosmetics for problem skin differs from decorative special composition, helping to cope with a particular problem. Usually on packages of foundation for problem skin contain some designations. For example:
- "Oil free" Light texture, does not contain fat.
- "Will not clog pores" Does not prevent the pores from breathing.
- "Non comedogenis" Without comedones.
- "Bismuth oxycholoride" The presence of this component is fraught with allergies, so the cream is not suitable for problem skin.
The beauty industry offers tonal creams of various densities:
- Lungs - serve as the basis, they are liquid, quickly washed off thanks to silicone oils. Do not form a film, do not clog pores. Masking light deficiencies, so they are in demand with most women.
- Dense - hide more visible defects: acne, scars, pigmentation. Used for evening make-up, when applying a special brush or sponge is required.
- Camouflage is a very dense product created with the use of special wax and silicone. It hides rough scars, scars, postoperative traces and other flaws. Requires professional skills, inept makeup can not hide, but highlight shortcomings.
To improve the effect, it is worth using other cosmetics intended for a specific type of skin. But sooner or later the problem skin needs to be treated, and not just masked.
Normal skin is also imperfect. For her, light tonics with filters or rejuvenating effect are suitable. They often have to be selected by trial and error. For a more accurate result, you need to do this in daylight, rubbing a droplet on the back of your hand. The tone will fit, if it is imperceptible on the skin.
Cream for oily and problem skin
The increased fat content of the skin is manifested by enlarged pores, acne, ugly shine of the forehead, nose, cheeks. Setting decorative cosmetics for this type of skin - drying it, reduce inflammation.
Qualitative foundation for oily and problematic skin meets the following criteria:
- contains an aqueous or gel basis without fat;
- does not contain lanolin, isopropyl myristate;
- contains natural extracts (quince, nettle, licorice, chamomile, calendula, thousand-leaved);
- does not contain bismuth, dyes, preservatives, alcohols;
- contains zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, amethyst powder (provide opacity, open pores, protection from harmful UV rays;
- corresponds to the age of the skin.
Bold type requires a cream of greater density, compared to dry skin, capable of retaining a matte tone all day. Special components absorb excess fats, and microfibers allow the skin to breathe without clogging the pores. Popular tonalniki for oily and problem skin:
- Ballet 2000;
- Vichy Norma Teint;
- Stay-True Makeup Clinigue;
- Diorskin Uitra Mat;
- Avon Personal Match;
- Max Factor Second Skin.
The maximum concealment with the help of makeup flaws of this skin will help small tricks: apply sponge or a wet sponge - from the bottom up to the roots of the hair and from the bottom to the sides to the temples; choose a slightly lighter tone, make-up in sunlight, evening - with artificial lighting; obvious defects and irregularities pre-mask the corrector.
Cream toner corrector for problem skin
A comparatively new, but already well-known voice-corrector for problem skin is the CLASSIC of Belita. Combines nutrition, moisturizing, smooth coating, does not cover the pores, adapts to the individual features of the face. Colors - traditional: beige, natural, light tan.
The corrector attracts undoubted advantages:
- light, suitable oily skin;
- liquid, but not blurred;
- instantly absorbed, not visible on the face;
- without a pungent odor;
- masks, but does not roll;
- Does not clog the skin;
- does not contribute to the appearance of pimples, irritation and peeling;
- Choice of color scale;
- convenient dispenser;
- affordable price.
The shortcomings include short-lived (up to four hours), undesirable shine (without powder); for a good masking requires re-application.
Tonal cream for dry problem skin
Dry skin fits tonal creams for problematic skin on an aqueous or oily basis, with a predominance of moisturizing ingredients (glycerin, hyaluronic acid), without a greasy effect. Excellent choice - easy fluid or everyday foam. Makeup artists are advised to apply it with a damp sponge.
With redness and irritation, they prefer tonic cosmetics with vitamin E, aloe vera extract, algae. The yellowish tone will slightly hide the redness.
A suitable choice is the Vichy Teint Ideal Illuminating Foundation. Consistency makes it easy to apply the product with a brush (or fingers).
A healthy, fresh look of moisturized and lined skin is provided thanks to the effects
- protection and updating;
- saturation with vitamins and antioxidants;
- technology "liquid shine".
It is useful for dry, moody skin, which reacts to allergens and ultraviolet light. Maintains makeup in proper condition for a long time.
Healing foundation for problem skin
The cosmetic market is replete with tonal means with a curative effect. Creams, fluids, liquid powder of different brands are designed for all skin types and all problems.
- Delicate tonal fluid produced by Polish Pharmacetis F Intense Coverage Mild Fluid Foundation SPF20
The formulation contains microcapsules of mineral fluids with the function of shielding from harmful rays. Qualitatively masks the dilated vessels, acne and consequences, pigment spots, acne, okologlaznye contours. Ideally lies as a foundation for make-up, allowing the skin to breathe and leaving no stains on clothes. Without preservatives, aromatic additives, allergens. Suitable for all skin types from 18 years.
- Correcting SS cream Uriage Roseliane SS Cream SPF 30
One of the best tools of this group. In addition to the main tasks, it performs additional: protects against the harmful influence of the external environment and pigmentation, enriches with moisture, crimson seed oil and ginseng extract, eliminates eruptions, maintains elasticity and smoothness. It is useful for women after 18 years.
Tonal cream for combined problem skin
Combined skin, for a good make-up, needs several creams at the same time. A light moisturizing base should match the skin color as much as possible, and the second cream should be darker in a few tones. The first layer is applied to the entire face, and the second layer is applied to the problem areas. Near the nose, cheekbones and chin cream should be combined.
The thick layer of cosmetics is ineffective: from this, the shortcomings are even more prominent. It is better to use a light cream, concealer or proofreader. The applied agent must be thoroughly shaded with a sponge or hand. The thinner the layer, the more natural the skin looks.
- Tonal fluid for normal and combination skin Vichy Teint Ideal Illuminating SPR20
Used: the formula "correction complex" with vitamins-antioxidants C, E; technology "liquid radiance" - for a good distribution, prolonging the effect of freshness on the face. Moisturizes the skin, does not provoke allergies. Has a convenient dispenser. Recommended for women of 18 years.
Non-medicated foundation for problem skin
Comedones are unpleasant rashes on the skin, it is of an open and closed type. Open - black dots, closed - white pimples. Occur when pores are blocked with mud and sebum, form an ideal environment for the active reproduction of microorganisms. If the skin is small, incorrectly or not at all, the process progresses. Special non-medicated cosmetics is designed to prevent and combat this problem.
In a quality cream should be present:
- Salicylic acid.
- Sulfur.
- Benzoyl peroxide.
- Treated in a special way oils.
- Hoods medicinal plants.
Quality cream should be light, non-fat, without silicones, spirits, perfumes, mineral oils, a film of which interferes with the penetration of oxygen. It should ideally meet the needs of your skin. Good choice: foundation cream Clinics for problem skin, tonal non-medicated cream Vichy Normative, Lancome TEINT MIRACLE.
Base for tonal cream for problem skin
- Basis for make-up Clinics
Prepares the epidermis, flawlessly levels the skin, increases the stability of the foundation, makes the face shining.
Pharmaceutical foundation for problem skin
If neither proper care, nor salon procedures, nor decorative remedies have eliminated defects, it's time to apply chemist's foundation for problem skin. He does not just masquerade, but has a curative and caring effect. What should I consider when choosing?
The recipe should have natural ingredients, narrowing the pores, with a moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, nutritional effect. You may need several different shades, taking into account the type and tone of your skin. Apply the cream after proper cleansing and moisturizing. The sensitivity test is performed on the inner side of the wrist.
Pharmacy creams differ from the usual mandatory presence of medical components. The advantage of therapeutic balms with the symbolism of BB and SS is that they are repeatedly applied to problem points without visible darkening in these places. The peculiarity of the preparations is simultaneous masking of defects and healing of wounds and acne scars.
A popular drug for problem skin is Cover Girl & Olay Simply Ageless Foundation. A beneficial combination of decorative and healing properties ensures youth and freshness of the skin of any age. Has 15 tones.
Best foundation for problem skin
The best foundation for the problem skin is the one that perfectly conceals specific shortcomings and emphasizes natural dignity. Most modern products have additional properties: moisturize, nourish, protect .. Different types of problem skin are suitable for different tonalniki, and for objectivity they are rated according to the rating.
- The most effective BB cream is Bb cream Missha Perfect Cover. It is considered a leader in steadfastness, disguise, usefulness of the composition, the effect of the "second skin". Disadvantages: without preliminary moistening, emphasizes the presence of peeling; the second - you need to be careful to distinguish the original from the forgery.
- The best of the concealer is the Vichy Dermablend Corrective Foundation. Completely hides defects, smooths the color, does not dry the skin near the eyes. The disadvantages include the lack of very light tones and the fact that handling cream requires special care.
- Number one for dry skin - Lancome Teint Miracle. Intensively moisturizes, has a glow effect, hides minor flaws. Dry skin does not peel off, it does not irritate, it does not tighten the face.
- The number one for oily skin is Max Factor 3 in 1. A popular tool due to its reliability and availability. Justifies the declared in advertising function "three in one": the basis, the corrector, the tone.
- The best foundation mass cream is the Rimmel Match Perfection Foundation. It is characterized by good quality at a budget price. An important feature - a shade of "ivory", not giving yellowness. Cons: stickiness; not suitable for fatty skin types.
Cosmetic industry is not in vain called the beauty industry. Modern society no longer thinks of its existence without such products. The main thing is to choose the right remedy, taking into account the general needs and individual characteristics of the organism.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Cream for problem skin" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.