High Coverage Foundation for Melasma: DIY Formulation Options

Asked by: tapaew On: September 10, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I am looking for a high-coverage foundation, specifically to cover melasma. I have found that many commercial foundations do not provide sufficient opacity, and my melasma sometimes appears green. What options are available for creating a high-coverage foundation formula myself? I am interested in bases that offer high coverage and good texture.

Answer

High Coverage Foundation for Melasma

To achieve high coverage for melasma, as you've experienced, many commercial foundations may not provide sufficient opacity. Formulating your own foundation allows you to control the level of coverage.

Keep in mind, as the staff mentioned, that higher coverage formulas tend to have a heavier texture. The feel on the skin can depend on the specific base ingredients used.

For a high-coverage foundation base that you can use to create your own formula, consider options like:

  • High Coverage Foundation (Compare to Cherben): This base is developed to offer high coverage with a thick yet smooth texture that spreads easily and doesn't settle into lines.
  • Liquid Foundation (Compare to Estee, Matte): This base also provides good coverage and durability, with a smooth texture.

These products are sold as raw materials, allowing you to adjust and customize your foundation. You may also need to incorporate pigments, such as Iron Oxides, to perfectly match your skin tone and effectively neutralize the green tint you are seeing from the melasma.