Show Notes
If foundation still feels like the hardest part of your application, this episode is for you.
In this one, I’m breaking down why it’s so tough to master, especially if you’re newer to the industry, and why a lot of what you’ve learned might be holding you back.
I’m covering:
The biggest mistakes I see with foundation
Why “dimensional skin” matters if you actually want to get booked
What social media isn’t teaching you
What to practice (and what to stop doing immediately)
How better foundation applications helped build my career—and why it can do the same for you
I’m also sharing some real advice on swatching, shade matching, lighting, and how to think through your foundation choices instead of just following steps.
🎓 If you’re still second-guessing your foundation application, check out my new course:
Foundation Fundamentals: Mastering Placement, Blending & Dimension
I show you exactly how I create clean, intentional base work that holds up on camera and in real life.
Check out the course HERE
💇♀️ And if you do hair or want to level up your styling skills, don’t miss this:
My friend Ashley Readings is teaching an Updo Masterclass on April 27th in Toronto.
Get Your Tickets HERE
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