Foundation - xoJane

I'm a Black Woman and I Just Want a Damn BB Cream

Sade Strehlke — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:00:00 -0400

I’m used to Band-aids and mannequins that don’t match my skin, but can’t a girl get some BB cream?

Pale As F%#k: Makeup Tips For The Translucent

Kristine Rose — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 12:30:00 -0500

People comment on my melanin shortage on a weekly basis. When I was at the beach, a stranger told me I “really needed” a tan before I dared to wear a bikini.

Beauty Road Test: Prescriptives Custom Blend Foundation

Kristin Booker — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 10:30:00 -0500

I’m like the Goldilocks of Makeup: This foundation is too yellow, this one is too white, this one is too chalky, etc.

I Like This Stuff And So Should You: Hannah's Round-Up Of Current Beauty Favorites

Hannah — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400

A few of my current favorite products -- IN VIDEO FORM!

Drugstore Addiction Part Three: Blackhead Wars and Deteriorating Health Edition

Gabi Rivera-Morales — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:00:00 -0400

Skin problems, period-induced meltdowns and the magical drugstore buys that just might help take the edge off.

What xoJaners Are Putting On Their Faces This Week

Gala — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:30:00 -0400

Okay, now, I don't want to get anyone's hopes up, but I feel like I might have stumbled upon the Perfect Face Formula. (Don't tell anyone! No, wait, DO!)

Do Sweat The Technique: Here's The Proper Way to Apply Powder Foundation

India-Jewel — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:30:26 -0400

Think you're an expert at applying powder foundation? Nah -- think again.

Apparently I’m Cute -- For A "Dark-Skinned" Girl

India-Jewel — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:00:19 -0400

As if I have to be a certain complexion to be cute. (GTFOH!)

WORST SKIN IN THE WORLD: Here's How I Get Next-Level Coverage

Julie — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:58:22 -0400

Today I woke up and wondered if maybe someone had spiked my face wash with male hormones. What? You never know!

MEET YOUR NEW FAVORITE FOUNDATION...: How To Pick The Perfect Product For Your Skin Type

Julie — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:30:14 -0400

If you're not one of these skin types, let us know in the comments! We'll help you. But first, a weird story.

DRUGSTORE AWARDS: The New Revlon Collection Is My Effing Jumpoff! I’m dying!

Cat — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:00:11 -0400

Shimmer for grownups, the perfect matte grey nail polish, and my new favorite non-expensive foundation. Read on!

New Makeup, Er, Tuesday: "Dude, I'm Sooo Tired (But I Look Pretty Good)" Edition

Cat — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:02:23 -0400

A day late, have you met me? I was supposed to be Monday :( .

How-To: Contour Your Face With Too-Dark Foundation

Hannah — Wed, 18 May 2011 14:02:19 -0400

Use your drugstore mishap as an excuse to experiment with contouring. Because I can't be the only one who's too lazy to return things.