Make Foundation Look Like Natural Skin

To mark the reformulation of Armani Beauty’s iconic Luminous Silk Foundation, E! spoke with celebrity makeup artist and Armani Beauty brand ambassador Carolina Gonzalez to talk about what’s new—and how to actually make your foundation look like beautiful, glowing skin.

After 25 years, the cult-favorite formula has been updated while keeping everything people love: the same blurring, natural glow, the same silky feel, and the same all-day wear. 

Gonzalez, who works with Alessandra Ambrosio, Ashley Park, Isabela Merced, Kelsey Asbille, Lily Aldridge, Valentina Sampaio, and Sabrina Carpenter, gave us all the deets.

She shared her go-to techniques for applying foundation so it melts seamlessly into the skin, why she often skips makeup brushes in favor of her fingers, and how to build coverage without ever looking heavy or cakey.

She also breaks down common foundation mistakes and explains how to prep and set skin so your makeup lasts all day—whether you’re heading to work or walking a red carpet.