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From navigating the arid plains in Africa to city-hopping in Shanghai, achieve complexion perfection with foundations for every climate

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From navigating the arid plains in Africa to city-hopping in Shanghai, achieve complexion perfection with foundations for every climate

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1. FOR SKIN-CONDITIONING PROPERTIES
Flawless Ethereal Fluid Foundation, $75, THREE

2. FOR SOFT LUMINOSITY
Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick, $76, Hourglass Cosmetics

3. FOR ALL-DAY COMFORT
The Lightbulb Essence, $88, Shu Uemura

4. FOR HUMIDITY-PROOF COVERAGE
Velvet Matte Foundation Stick, $70, NARS 

5. FOR A BARELY-THERE EFFECT
Lingerie De Peau Aqua Nude, $81, Guerlain

6. FOR ANTI-POLLUTION BENEFITS
Double Wear Nude Water Fresh Makeup SPF 30/PA++, $62, Estée Lauder

7. FOR SHINE-FREE SKIN
Clay Stick Foundation, $64, Tarte

8. FOR UNPARALLELED UV PROTECTION
Naked Skin Glow Cushion Compact Foundation, $59, Urban Decay

9. FOR A PORELESS FINISH
Diorskin Forever Extreme Control, $98, Dior

BY JOYCE CHEO

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