1. I like both matte and glowy finish in foundation depending upon the season, for the coming season I would prefer a matte foundation. 2. I think shade 425c would be a good match for me in Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Care and glow foundation. I like to prep my skin really well before applying makeup with heavy-duty moisturizer before starting makeup for smooth application of base products. To make my makeup last all day long I use MAC Fix+ as primer apply base products, seal them up with a translucent powder on a damp beauty blender followed by another quick application of Fix+ for smooth looking and long lasting makeup.