The three main ways to provide acne cover are concealers, foundations, and powders.

To ensure full acne cover you need to determine the brand of product you will use and the shade that matches your skin tone from that brand.  For example, choosing an ivory color will not necessarily be the same for each company.  If you’re uncomfortable choosing a shade, going to a store where make-up consultants are readily available may be your best option.

Before starting to apply the make-up, you will want to apply ice to large pimples.  The ice will reduce the swelling.  Then, you will need to wash and moisturize your face.

Once your face is moisturized you will put foundation on.  To put on foundation, place three small dots across your forehead, one dot on each cheek, one dot on your nose and one dot on each side of your chin.  Blend the foundation upwards towards your hairline on your forehead and downwards on all other spots.

It’s important that you follow these suggestions because of how the hair grows on your face.  This will keep you from rubbing the foundation against the hair follicles, which can results in a caked on looked for foundation.

Now you will want to put concealer onto problem acne areas.  You will want to make sure your concealer matches your skin tone and the foundation; otherwise you will have an uneven complexion.   Men may prefer to only use a concealer with a moisturizer to avoid wearing full face coverage make-up.

Powder is entirely optional.  Some people prefer how their face looks without powder, but others enjoy the matte look that power offers.  If you choose powder, just make sure it matches your skin tone.

Now you know what to do for optimal acne cover, so you can leave the house with confidence.