Nora Cosmetics helps women put their best face forward

As a woman, you might drink a lot of water, get sufficient sleep, work out and watch your diet, but sometimes you need a little help to get a flawless face and make-up is the best bet. The most important part of make-up is the foundation, because it gives the skin intricate ‘wow’ factor, a smooth and supple appearance before you apply details like mascara, lipstick and eyeshadow.

I recently decided to explore make-up, preferring to keep it as natural and simple as possible. I had to search for a foundation suitable for my skin, which has an uneven tone, is dry and sometimes oily with dark spots. After scouring several shops and trying different brand foundations, I came across Nora Make-up foundation, and I was sold. Review Theirs is a crème to powder foundation that was specifically formulated for women of colour, and has three shades; that cater for light skinned, medium complexion and darker women.

My encounter with one of the sales consultants, Thato, was exciting, as she seemed to be a pro with the product, especially as she herself had used it. I told her that I usually shy away from using make-up but she insisted that a try is worth it. “Nora make-up is mineral-based and lightweight. It is good because it blends with most skin tones,” she said. She also noted that the foundation has sunscreen.

Thato took a sponge brush, dabbed a small amount and lathered it on my face, covering the T-zone, jaws and cheeks. She was done in less than five minutes. The people around gasped in admiration and when I looked in the mirror, I was impressed by how my face was smooth, radiant and that the dark spots were fully covered. Thato noted that the Nora foundation could minimise the appearance of dark marks.

I found the foundation light; I didn’t feel like I had put on make-up. It also lasted the whole day intact. What’s more impressive is that it is affordable and comes in a portable container. Make-up tips to keep in mind Ensure that your face is clean. Use a quality cleanser/face wash with tepid water. Avoid using foundation if you have an outbreak of pimples or a rash.

Steam your face and use a mask regularly and go without make-up on some days. Use a thinner lather during the day, and go heavier at night if you please. *Never sleep with make-up on; no matter how tired you are, wash it off. Store make-up in a cool dry place. Foundation and powders can be kept for a year. Invest in quality brushes and sponges, and clean them in warm water. Discontinue use if your skin reacts negatively to make-up.