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Having a foundation with a skin-like finish doesn’t necessarily mean it’s full-coverage.
Because let’s face it – our skins aren’t perfect. We have texture, we have pores (some bigger than others, and that’s fully normal), and we have blemishes. Which is why having a foundation with a skin-like finish doesn’t mean covering up every single flaw; just ask any makeup artist – less is more, and if you’re going to pile on the foundation, you’re going to end up with a flat, cake-y face with no dimension.
These foundations that we’ve shortlisted won’t be the ones that can magically take away all your flaws. What they can do though, is even out your skin tone, and blur blemishes. They’re sheer, lightweight, and spreadable. They blend away to nothing without looking like you have makeup on. The effect: your skin, but better.
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skin-like foundations
Three Angelic Synthesis Foundation Serum, $85
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Drier skin will appreciate its moisturising feel. It smooths and brightens while maintaining a truly bare look.
Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation, $65
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Velvety matte and highly buildable, it’s also waterproof and sweat-resistant.
Hera UV Mist Cushion, $68
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Conceals dark spots and redness without concealing the skin’s natural texture. Very little goes a long way.
Lancome Teint Miracle Hydrating Foundation SPF25/PA+++, $68
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A small amount delivers medium coverage in a soft-matte finish that doesn’t cake around pores or lines.
Laneige Water Glow Gel Foundation, $59
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Has a slightly dewy finish that makes skin look fresh and healthy.
Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Youthful-look 24-H Longwear Foundation SPF25, $74
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Easy to layer, and sets to a matte finish that doesn’t crease. It’s hydrating, so skin looks plump all day.
Nars Aqua Glow Cushion Foundation SPF23/PA++, $68
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Its cooling, water-enriched formula is refreshing, and makes your skin look dewy and radiant.
This article first appeared in the November issue of Her World magazine.
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