Years ago, as a studio makeup artist without access to high-end brands, we obsessed over one question: how to make base makeup look transparent. Back then, we used dense, pigment-heavy formulas. But we tried everything—layering moisturizer, emulsifying foundations, mixing in facial oils or creams. The goal was always the same: clarity, breathability, and longevity. A great artist was judged by how skinlike their base looked. Ironically, today’s techniques often miss that standard. Light base has become shorthand for good base, but without tonal harmony and tailored coverage, even the best eye makeup won’t land. Transparency isn’t just about thinness—it’s about tone. Matching undertones precisely and adjusting texture based on skin condition creates a refined effect. Skin breathes, and so should foundation. Use fingertips or a soft brush to apply, and blend in a drop of liquid highlighter. The result? Skin that looks alive—not masked. #beauty #makeup #foundation