Sali Hughes on beauty: go fetch a foundation stick – they’re fuss-free, flexible and making a comeback (opens in new tab)

Before choosing a stick to satisfy your Crayola makeup cravings, it’s wise to consider your skin type and toneThere’s something deeply satisfying about scribbling on your face with a makeup stick. Also, convenient. Solid sticks of foundation eliminate the risk of smashed or leaky bottles, are more compact and portable than liquids and creams, and can mostly be blended with fingertips, dispensing with brushes and sponges. They can be applied in a more localised way than other types of foundati...