THESE FOUNDATIONS WON’T SLIDE OR MELT OFF DESPITE THE HEAT AND HUMIDITY.
THESE FOUNDATIONS WON’T SLIDE OR MELT OFF DESPITE THE HEAT AND HUMIDITY.
When it comes to perfecting your makeup, it really is all about the base. These long- lasting formulas will see you through a full day of work, and then some. Best of all, they’re super lightweight and comfortable so your face doesn’t become a sticky mess in our unforgiving weather.
Shu Uemura Petal Skin Cushion Foundation ($78)
Achieve poreless-looking skin with this newest cushion. It contains soft-focus beads to blur the look of imperfections and Japanese sakura extract to improve skin texture over time. A unique liquid- to-powder formula also means this gives skin a semi-matte finish when applied. Shades available Eight
Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion EX SPF50+/PA+++ ($80)
This luxury K-beauty brand’s latest is an upgrade of its current bestselling Perfecting Cushion. You get a good dose of hydration, too, as the tiny, water- infused molecules of foundation also give tired skin an instant glow. Shades available Seven
Diorskin Airflash Spray Foundation ($92)
True to its name, this delivers a weightless finish. One press of the nozzle and this sleek bottle diffuses an extremely fine mist of foundation that gives you the smoothest coverage. Get that airbrushed radiance without the cake! Shades available Eight
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra 24H Long Wear Foundation SPF15 ($68)
Want a foundation that is resistant to humidity, but not a fan of the glowy look? Lancome’s new, much raved about formula is your answer. This velvety foundation is sweat-proof and provides full coverage with a matte finish sans creasing or discomfort. Its lightweight texture will feel like nothing on your skin while giving you a completely flawless complexion. Shades available 16
Aprilskin Magic Snow Fixing Foundation ($39, Guardian)
This lightweight cushion foundation gives you a smooth, matte coverage that lasts throughout the day. It also contains a sebum-control powder that reduces awful midday shine and green tea leaf water that hydrates. Shades available Three
Burberry Fresh Glow Luminous Fluid Base ($70, Tangs)
Though technically a primer, this offers buildable medium coverage and is perfect for those who don’t want anything too heavy on their skin. Made with 55 per cent water, it is as light as a feather. Complete with hydration benefits, this brilliant formula also contains tiny radiant pearls that effectively blur your imperfections with their light reflecting qualities. Shades available One
Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Foundation ($80, Tangs)
Boasting a new Skin Fusion Technology that helps lock this oil-free foundation into place, this comfortable formula can last up to 15 hours on skin without oxidising or sliding off. Once on, it sets to a matte finish and helps to control oil throughout the day while minimising imperfections. Shades available 10
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation ($50, Sephora)
You’ll definitely find your perfect match in Fenty Beauty’s extensive shade range. The long-wear, oil-free formula adapts well to changes in the climate, so no worries about unglamorous, humidity- related foundation streaks. Shades available 40
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