Glo Skin Beauty HD Mineral Foundation Stick - Bisque 2W

A creamy foundation stick that you apply directly to your skin and blend out. Use it as a foundation, as a concealer, or—in a shade darker or lighter—to contour or highlight.

Why it works

A stick might seem like a lot of product, but in practice, you usually use less than you would with a liquid foundation: you only apply it exactly where you need it. The cream melts at skin temperature, allowing it to adhere to your skin rather than just sitting on top of it. That is the secret to that second-skin finish.

The formula contains hyaluronic acid, a humectant that retains water in the upper layers of your skin so the coverage doesn't dry out throughout the day. It also features mineral pigments and an antioxidant complex with vitamins C and E.

The coverage ranges from light to full, depending on how much you apply and how much you blend it out. The texture is creamy and lightweight.

For whom

For all skin types, and especially great if your skin is reactive. It is also practical if you are short on time or want to touch up on the go: you don't need a brush, your fingers will suffice.

This also works perfectly for oilier skin. Just apply it thinly and set it with a powder.

How to use it

Swipe the stick directly onto your skin in short strokes on the areas where you want coverage. Then blend it out with your fingertips or a brush using dabbing motions rather than sweeping ones: the warmth of your fingers helps the cream melt.

To contour, choose a shade or two darker and apply it under your cheekbones, along your hairline, on the sides of your nose, and along your jawline. For highlighting, do the same with a shade or two lighter on your forehead, brow bone, cheekbones, and chin.

About this shade

Bisque 2W is a very light shade with a warm undertone. The number in the name indicates the depth, from 1 (lightest) to 12 (deepest). The letter following it denotes the undertone: C is cool, N is neutral, and W is warm.

A quick tip from me

Test your shade on your jawline in daylight, not on the back of your hand. Your hand is rarely the same color as your face and will almost always lead you to a shade that is too dark. If you are doubting between two, go for the lighter one: a shade that is too light can be corrected with bronzer, but a shade that is too dark will remain visible all day.

Another tip from the cabin: most people twist the stick up way too far. Half a centimeter is more than enough, and this also prevents the tip from breaking. Twist it all the way back down after use before putting the cap back on to keep the surface neat.

Unsure about your shade or which foundation suits your skin? Feel free to send me a message, and we can figure it out together.