careful application is the answer. first moisturize wlell, and then apply foundation with sponge, brush or fingers, only a little at a time, slowly and carefully. then add a bit more and a bit more until you have the coverage you want. then blot lightly with a tissue. then press on a light coating of translucent powder, followed by blusher, lipstick, mascara etc. the only things that should need re-touching are the blusher and lipstick. if you are in for a really long day, wring out a piece of cotton wool under the cold tap, and pat your face very gently all over after powdering - this will "set" it all well. if you need another light dusting of powder, apply it.

Try using foundation and eyeshadow primer on a clean face. Two foundation/face primers I recommend, Laura Mercier "foundation primer" at http://www.lauramercier.com/ and Trish McEvoy "Even Skin Face Primer". There are several good eyeshadow primers, Trish McEvoy "Eye Base Essentials" (frankly I often use just this with mascara!), Clinique "ouch Base for Eyes" and many others. Once you apply, set with poweder (mineral power often works well because it's non-irritating and works as a sunscreen). Lip stains reduce the frequency of touch-ups, but I haven't found one that lasts all day. Note -- the less make-up you wear, the better it wears over the course of a day, so don't cake it on!

Just use the make-up sealer! E.g.: She Laq by Benefit! Here's the link: http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000G6O036/ref=sr_11_1/102-6119141-4331328?ie=UTF8&bcBrand=core&nodeID=APS

for my eyebrows, I spray an eyebrow brush with hair spray, then brush your brow hairs up then to the side.

Smashbox Photo Finish primer is an excellent primer, you can buy it off QVC