No matter how perfect your eye makeup or contour is, if the foundation is not right, the overall look loses its harmony. The good news is that with a little awareness, you can easily find the foundation that truly works with your skin.
The most important rule:
it's not the color that comes first, but your skin type.
Why is skin type so important?
The skin is not static: it constantly changes, produces oil, loses moisture, and reacts to the environment. Therefore, the foundation not only covers but also interacts with your skin.
If you choose the wrong formula, it can easily happen that:
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your makeup gets shiny,
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it settles into the wrinkles,
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it becomes patchy or has a dry effect.
The right foundation, on the other hand:
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melts into the skin,
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gives a natural effect,
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and lasts all day.
Skin types and the ideal foundation
Oily skin
If your skin is prone to shine and the pores are more visible, it is advisable to choose a mattifying, lightweight foundation.
Tip: durability does not only depend on the foundation! Proper preparation is key.
This is where Maruderm Hyaluronic Moisturizer, comes in, which hydrates your skin's moisture level.
Avoid:
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overly shiny formulas
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heavy, thick textures
Dry skin
If your skin feels tight, is flaking, or looks dull, you need a hydrating, lightweight, natural finish foundation.
The most important step here is hydration.
Makeup will look beautiful only if your skin is well-hydrated from the start.
Tip: first use a moisturizer, such as the Maruderm Skin Protecting and Regenerating Barrier Moisturizer, then a lightweight primer to ensure the foundation applies smoothly.
Combination skin
This is the trickiest skin type, as the T-zone is oily while the rest of the face tends to be dry.
The best solution:
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mattifying products for the T-zone
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hydrating textures for the rest of the face
Don't try to "solve" it with a single product – a zonal approach yields much better results.
Sensitive skin
Here, less is more. Choose gentle formulas with minimalist ingredients, and always pay attention to your skin's reactions.
The secret to a perfect base: skin preparation
Many underestimate it, yet it is at least as important as the foundation itself.
A well-prepared skin:
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will be more even
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holds makeup better
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gives a more natural effect
The
Maruderm Anti-Aging Eye Cream - Color Equalizing Effect, is a great choice for evening out the eye area and minor skin imperfections, helping to create a more uniform base for foundation.
The most common mistake: choosing only based on color
Many make this mistake here. The perfect foundation not only matches the skin tone but also the undertone.
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Warm tones: yellowish/golden shades
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Cool tones: rosy/reddish shades
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Neutral tones: the balance of the two
If the base tone is not suitable:
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the skin may appear grayish
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the foundation may look orange
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the face may differ from the neck
Application techniques – this is how to achieve truly beautiful results
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Sponges: natural, skin-like finish
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Brushes: stronger coverage, more precise work
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Hands: helps with blending
Tip: always check the result in natural light!
Pro tips for a natural effect
Do not use too many products
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Do not apply evenly all over the face, only where necessary
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Match the foundation to the color of your neck as well
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Observe how your skin changes throughout the day
Summary
Choosing the perfect foundation is not just about the color.
This is a combination:
✔ skin type
✔ undertone
✔ suitable formula
✔ conscious skin preparation
If these come together, the foundation will not "sit" on your skin, but will become a part of it.
And that is exactly the goal:
not to hide the skin, but to bring out its most beautiful form.
Discover Maruderm's new foundations
If you are looking for a foundation that not only covers but also cares for your skin, it is worth taking a closer look at Maruderm's new product, the Maruderm Natural Touch Foundation family.
This foundation is available in several shades – for example:
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Maruderm Natural Touch Foundation – 1W
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Maruderm Natural Touch Foundation – 1.5N
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Maruderm Natural Touch Foundation – 3N
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Maruderm Natural Touch Foundation – 5N
This way, you can more easily find the version that best suits your skin tone and undertone.
What makes the Maruderm foundation special?
One of the biggest advantages of the Natural Touch foundations is that they contain not only makeup ingredients but also skincare active ingredients.
✔ Semi-matte, natural finish
✔ Medium, buildable coverage
✔ Lightweight, silky texture
✔ Does not weigh down the skin
The formula contains skin-friendly ingredients such as:
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hyaluronic acid – for hydration
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panthenol – for soothing effect
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peptides – for a smoother appearance of the skin
As a result, the foundation does not sit on the skin but beautifully blends with it, and remains comfortable to wear all day.
Who do we recommend it for?
The Maruderm Natural Touch foundations are ideal if:
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you want a natural-looking makeup
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light, "skin-like" coverage is important to you
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you don't like a heavy, mask-like feeling
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you are looking for a foundation that can also be part of your skincare routine
Due to the semi-matte finish, it is particularly a good choice for combination and normal skin, but with proper hydration, it also works well on dry skin, and it won't have an overly shiny effect on oily skin.
How to incorporate it into your routine?
To achieve the most beautiful results, it is worth using it this way:
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Hydrated, prepped skin
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Primer, such as the Maruderm Glow Primer
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Maruderm Natural Touch foundation in a thin layer
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Layering if necessary
This combination helps the foundation to:
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blend evenly
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not settle into pores
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and truly remain long-lasting throughout the day
Summary
The new Maruderm foundations perfectly fit modern makeup trends:
light, natural, skin-friendly formulas, that do not cover but highlight the beauty of the skin.
If you are looking for a foundation that is both makeup and skincare, then this product line is definitely worth a try.