what's the essential difference between a liquid foundation and a compact?

Yayy another Bobbi Brown fan :aisha:

Fluid foundation gives a heavier coverage and a compact helps ‘set’ the foundation and absorb oil. (although loose powder does a better job)

Fluid foundation = medium coverage
Stick foundation = heavy coverage
Pot foundation = heavy coverage (can be controlled using a synthetic brush and blended really well)

Cream-to-powder foundation = medium to heavy coverage