Foundation is really hard to match to your skin. If you are at a drug store you need to guess what your color is. One good thing of going to a big store is that they have specialist that will help you match the right color to your face. You not only have to match the color but also find out what kind of skin type you have. You may have oily skin, dry skin or a combination of both. You can always find the right color foundation for you.
Your foundation is great because it works well with all your other makeup sort of like a canvas. You will notice that the best foundations will mesh with your skin really evenly. If you have oily skin you need to get foundations that say oil-free or matte finish. These foundations should feel lightweight on your face. Also, they need to work well with pressed powder, blush and bronzers. They should also be easy to apply.
Now if you have a dry kind of skin you need to look for moisturizing liquid foundation. These foundations have thicker texture. They offer a satin or satin-matte finish for woman with dry skin. They are also really easy to blend since they are not that greasy. You get a natural glow because of the soft finish. You can also combine this foundation with cream blush or bronzer.
Pressed powder foundations are good for those who have combination skin. Pressed foundations have somewhat more coverage and also stay on longer. When you apply your pressed foundation carefully you skin feels light and not heavy. It is also best to stay powder on powder with your blush or bronzer. Also, make sure you apply it evenly throughout your skin.
No matter what kind of skin you have you will always be able to find a good foundation. If you have oily skin, remember to get oil-free or matte foundation. Dry skin calls for a foundation that has moisturizer. For combination skin pressed foundation is best. Your foundation is out there you just have to find it.