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Embracing your look as you age means adjusting your makeup regimen to suit your ever-evolving skin—something the best foundation for mature skin can certainly help with. To veil anything from dark spots to fine lines, the right complexion products make all the difference.
As with other skin-care products, experts recommend picking a foundation with multifunctional, skin-loving properties. “I look for a foundation that targets the concerns of mature skin, such as loss of radiance, uneven skin tone, and moisture balance,” explains celebrity makeup artist Carolina Dalí-Trites. The right level of hydration ensures that the formula melts into skin without caking or creasing. With this in mind, read on to discover the best foundation for older women that pairs immaculate coverage with a natural finish, as chosen by pro makeup artists, Vogue editors, and a few celebrities.
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation Hydration and Longwear
Ilia True Skin Serum Foundation
Jones Road What The Foundation
Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Complexion Drops
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation SPF 50
Merit The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick
Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Foundation
Shiseido Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting Foundation SPF 30
Clé de Peau Radiant Fluid Natural Foundation
Sisley Sisleya Le Teint Anti-Aging Foundation
Dior Forever Matte Foundation SPF 15
Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Foundation
So you’ve discovered your favorite foundation above, but you’re still a bit unsure how to apply it. If we’ve learned anything in recent years, it’s that your technique makes all the difference.
“A key to looking youthful as we age is avoiding heavy or cakey makeup; less is definitely more here,” says Baraf. “You can use thin layers of product to build in places if need be. Most important is layering your gorgeous skin care underneath your foundation to ensure your foundation melts into your skin and looks fresh.”
To make your foundation look like a second skin, the right moisturizer, primer, and perhaps a glow-boosting serum can be helpful even before applying the foundation. Next, Dalí-Trites says to “mist your foundation brush or sponge with a hydrating face mist; this will help add an extra layer of hydration, allowing the foundation to best glide onto the skin and blend seamlessly.” From there, you can go in with concealer to the undereyes (or wherever else) before applying a light veil of powder—especially to the T-zone and around the mouth. Caution against using too much, though. “If you need to take away some shine, use translucent powder sparingly,” says Kinjo. “Overpowering makes your skin look dry.” And there you have it—a flawless makeup base.
Chanel Hydra Beauty Essence Mist
Clé de Peau High Coverage Foundation Brush
Beauty Blender Original Makeup Sponge
Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat All-Over Brightening Concealer Pen
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
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