Glo Skin Beauty HD Mineral Foundation Stick - Sable 9W

A creamy stick foundation that you apply directly to your skin and blend out. Use it as a foundation, as a concealer, or—with a shade lighter or darker—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 instead of sitting on top of it. That’s what creates 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. The texture is creamy and lightweight.

For whom

For all skin types, and especially great if your skin reacts easily. It is also practical if you’re 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 lines on the areas where you want coverage. Then, blend out with your fingertips or a brush using tapping motions rather than wiping: the warmth of your fingers helps the cream melt.

If you want to contour, use 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

Sable 9W is a deep shade with a warm undertone. The number in the name indicates the depth, from 1 (lightest) to 12 (deepest). The letter indicates the undertone: C is cool, N is neutral, and W is warm.

A final tip

Test your shade on your jawline in daylight, not on the back of your hand. Your hand rarely matches your face's color and will almost always lead you to a shade that is too dark. If you're doubting between two, pick the lighter one: you can fix a shade that’s too light with bronzer, but a shade that’s too dark will be visible all day.

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

Are you unsure about your shade or which foundation suits your skin? Feel free to send me a message and we can look into it together.