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Pro tips on masking facial discolorations, like birthmarks and dark patches.

To even out darker skin tones, use two shades of COVERGIRL Queen 
Collection Natural Hue Liquid Makeup two shades apart. Dab the lighter 
color on darker area, and vice versa. Blend with a damp sponge and set with 
COVERGIRL Queen Collection Natural Hue Bronzer.

Get a polished, no-makeup look with tinted moisturizers that protect with 
SPF.

For the subtlest possible coverage, use a tinted moisturizer in place of 
foundation. Blend it along cheekbones, then swipe a bit down the nose and 
along the top of the forehead. This will even tone while keeping things light 
and sheer.

Sheer, Dewy or Matte: learn what’s what and find your preference!

Sheer: Let the true you shine through! This softer finish is perfect for those 
who'd rather go bare. Works for normal and combination skin types. We 
recommend COVERGIRL & Olay Simply Ageless Foundation and Clean 
Makeup, Normal Skin

Dewy: This fresh finish loves the outdoors and looks radiant and natural 
when hiking trails or setting sails, especially for dry and normal types. Try 
CG Smoothers All Day Hydrating Makeup.

Matte: Matte is flat, but never boring. Try Clean Makeup, Oil Control for a 
sophisticated no-shine look that’s perfect for oily and combination types. 
Need to morph from dewy to matte in a flash?

Practical tips like how to apply foundation, choosing the right shade and 
more.

SEASONAL UPDATE
Don’t wear the same foundation with a summer tan as you would in the 
winter. Skin color changes with the seasons, so your foundation should 
change, too.

TO BE PRECISE
For the most professional application, use your fingertips or a triangle 
sponge to apply foundation. Natural sea sponges don't cover evenly—save 
them for your bath. Instead, try foam wedges—the smooth surface strokes 
on evenly, the tapered edge blends make-up into tough to reach spots like 
corners between the eye and nose.

BRIGHT-EYED TIP
Use foundation on your eyelids even if you never wear shadow. It evens out 
the lid’s tone and instantly brightens.

THE BLEND TREND
Be sure to double-check your neck when applying foundation. To avoid a 
severe line where your makeup stops and your neck begins, start at the 
center of the face and blend outward, gradually applying with a lighter touch 
as you approach your neck and hairline.

SHAKE THINGS UP
If you are using a liquid foundation, always shake the bottle vigorously 
before applying.

FINE LINE TAMER
To smooth fine lines, normal to dry skin types should prime their skin with a 
primer like COVERGIRL and Olay Simply Ageless Primer. Primers 
moisturize and even skin tone for a smoother makeup application.