Finding the perfect foundation can be difficult, it took me ages to find the perfect foundation suited to my skin. Ever since I was in high school to now – 10 years later, I have tried so many different foundations, it has taken me that long to find the one I can happily say I can wear everyday, day and evening without being disappointed.
It can be tricky finding the perfect foundation, whether you want full coverage to sheer coverage, whether you want a matte finish or an dewy finish, or you just want something to cover those dark circles, blemishes and pink undertones. I won’t go through every foundation that I think may be suited to every skin type, because I’m no skin expert, neither beauty therapist. But I have tried enough foundations to recommend the best ones, and from friends and makeup artists reviews. Now, I have fair combination skin, I have pink undertones and I don’t suffer from blemishes often, but the foundations I am recommending can be suited to every skin type, so if they agree on my skin I’m sure they will agree on yours! Unless you want more or less coverage.
1. Huda Beauty FauxFilter Foundation
Huda beauty products I have always loved, I usually only use their eyeshadows and lipsticks but I heard so many reviews about their foundations I had to try it. I tried shade Shortbread 200B which was a nice summer shade for my fair skin, I would probably go a lighter shade for winter however. This foundation has a liquid consistency aiming for a full coverage matte finish. I feel the coverage is perfect for my face, but I have heard its not so full with other people, so it depends how full you want it. I felt it stayed majority of the day with me, but it may be slightly too matte for my skin as I like more dewiness, so it could be ideal for those oily skin individuals! This foundation is around £30, it really stays on all day and It is water resistant!
2. Nars Sheer Glow Foundation
Next, this is my go to foundation which I absolutely love! I heard so many reviews about this foundation so I decided to try it and have used it as my everyday foundation ever since. This has a liquid consistency which is more aimed at dry skin, but I feel anyone could wear this. It provides a luminous finish giving that dewy effect but not too dewy too make your skin look oily. If you find it is too oily looking for you skin, just dab on some powder in the oily places! My skin looks hydrated in this foundation, and it lasts most of the day with buildable coverage. This foundation is around £33, I really recommened.
3. Estee Lauder Double wear
This used to be my everyday foundation until I found Nars Sheer Glow. This foundation can be suited to every skin type but I think it is a really good foundation for those oily skin individuals as this provides an matte finish. The coverage is amazing on this foundation, It also stays in place all day! Doublewear minimises the look of pores and blemishes leaving your skin with a glow! So many people love this foundation, and I know why, if you love a matte full coverage stay in place foundation, this is definitely for you. This foundation is around £34.
4. Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
I love this foundation and I have bought it a few times, however its the price that puts me off so I haven’t unfortunately bought it anymore. But if this foundation is your holy grail then why not treat yourself, it is pretty worth it. This foundation is around £43 on look fantastic, but don’t let the price put you off. Its called silk foundation for a reason. Another liquid consistency foundation provides your skin with an radiant dewy look. Perfect for dry skin but also all skin types. A lot of celebrities infact use this foundation, as it blurs your imperfections away, it helps your skin look flawless and brighter with a medium coverage, so not too much, but enough to cover and make your skin look natural. This foundation actually reminds me of the Nars Sheer glow, what do you guys think?
5. Bare minerals Complexion Rescue Hydrating Rescue Stick
If you don’t fancy a liquid foundation, why not try a foundation stick? Its bit like a concealer but you can apply it everywhere. I used to use this, but I prefer liquid foundations now, but everyone has their own preferences so you may love this one. This stick glides on to your face, so don’t think it will give you that cakey looking effect because it won’t. It is in fact very velvety making your skin appear radiant, perfect for all skin types. The good thing about the foundation stick is you can have it everywhere on the go, like a lipstick! This foundation stick is around £23.
6. Charlotte tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation
I haven’t personally tried this foundation but I have heard so many good reviews about it so I thought I would mention it. This one is perfect for dry skin and oily skin but can be used on normal skin too. It is a full coverage foundation with a matte finish. This foundation makes you glow and hydrates your skin, what more can you ask for from a matte foundation? If you have oily skin and still want that dewy effect, this foundation is perfect for you. It is around £34.
7. Kevyn Aucoin The Etherealist Skin Illuminating Foundation
The Kevyn Aucoin foundation is especially made for all skin type. This foundation has a medium coverage delivering a luminous liquid finish. Again I feel like this is similar to Nars Sheer glow, although this one is even more glow as it glides effortlessly onto skin and blends seamlessly to create a radiant glow. Because it contains Hyaluronic Acid, it leaves skin moist and feeling plumped. I got a sample of this foundation and really liked it, although the price has put me of buying it. But it is worth trying, it is very illuminating, so if you love dewy skin, this foundation is for you. It is around £46.
8. Bare Minerals Original Loose Mineral Foundation SPF 15.
This is a different consistinecy foundation, so if you don’t like liquid or foundation sticks, try a powder foundation. Powder foundation have a more natural finish like this one. This foundation provides a very natural finish, so if you don’t like a lot of coverage, the powder foundations are for you, but this one is one of the best. You can build the coverage from sheer to full but it still provides a natural finish that looks like you have nothing on your skin. I like liquid foundations and coverage so I choose not to wear this foundation but so many people rave about this. Another bonus is, it has an SPF of 15! so it protects the skin against damaging and effects of UV rays. Lasting for up to eight hours, the innovative powder foundation helps to create a clear, luminous and flawless-looking complexion. This foundation is around £24 on look fantastic.
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