5 Foundation Tips For Flawless Skin

Spring’s freshest faces were a beauty paradox, appearing back-to-basics bare yet supernaturally flawless. At Versace, skin exuded an other-worldly gleam from head to toe, while Valentino’s romantic muses and Stella McCartney’s minimalist beauties sported a lit-from-within glow to complement a sweet pink flush. But while complexions looked youthful, healthy and real, even seemingly naked skin had a little help from foundation. “We apply makeup to create the illusion of perfection,” says Peter Philips, creative director of Chanel makeup, describing his ideal as “second-skin foundation you don’t feel.” Fearful of a mask-like finish? Here’s how to master a base that brings out the best in your skin.