Cinco Vidas

Concealers are wonderful, no doubt, but all of them don’t work well for all skin types. If you have mature skin, for instance, you probably want to steer clear of solids, and dry skin types will be disappointed in powders. If you’re going through cancer treatments, you’re probably noticing changes in your skin—mainly, that it’s dryer. In that case, you may need to shop for a new concealer. (A safe, toxin-free one, that is!)

No matter your skin type or shade, concealer can do a lot to create a flawless appearance. Here are some tips on the various kinds you have to choose from. (more…)

Okay, whoever said choice was a good thing probably wasn’t a woman trying to find the right foundation. Years ago we just grabbed a bottle of beige cream and called it good, but now we have so many options to choose from, including liquids, powders, sticks, pressed powders, and of course the new mineral powders. How are we ever to pick the right one?

We’ve collected a bit of information here to help narrow it down for you. As a basic rule: oily skin types should go for more powder and matte formulas, whereas normal to dry can use more oil-based options. If you’re going through chemotherapy, you most likely have dry and dehydrated skin which will work best with liquids. (more…)