If you have dry, flaky skin, the right prep is key to a smooth foundation application. Slough off dead skin cells with a gentle exfoliant like Buffing Grains; just mix with water or your everyday cleanser.

An emollient-rich moisturizer like Extra Repair Moisturizing Balm will hydrate, plump and smooth skin. The Shea Butter and natural oil-infused formula softens and creates a glowy base for makeup.

Blemish-prone skin tends to be uneven in texture. Choose buildable coverage like Skin Foundation Stick—the yellow-tined base will counteract any sallowness, while the creamy formula corrects unevenness without being heavy. Swipe onto skin from stick, then blend out to the rest of face with a Full Coverage Face Brush; use a stippling motion to layer product over problem areas.

Playing up eyes and brows will draw attention away from skin issues. Use a powder Eye Shadow from the Dark Brow Kit to strengthen the brow, brushing hairs up and over to shape. Simple black eyeliner—try Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in Black Ink—and 2-3 coats of Smokey Eye Mascara will instantly make eyes pop.