Skin Base Foundation - 18

This makeup product is Skin Base Foundation - 18 by Illamasqua. Finish does as much work as pigment: matte, satin and dewy versions of the same shade read as different colours on the face. Build in thin layers and blend each one before adding more; a damp sponge softens the edges a brush leaves behind. Whether it is discounted this week says more about the shop's stock than about the product. Wash brushes and sponges regularly — they hold far more oil and bacteria than the product ever does. The best deal and the cheapest sticker price are not always the same listing once delivery is counted.