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Although we hear a great deal about how to care for normal, sensitive and combination skin types, nurturing mature skin is equally as important, especially since the American Academy of Dermatology says that this skin type requires the right type of anti-aging skin care essentials to brighten and hydrate the skin.
With this in mind, makeup artist Alex Rutkay advises selecting foundations with caution and to consider skin texture and coverage in order to find the best product match possible.
“When choosing the right foundation for mature skin, first consider the texture of the skin, how oily or dry it is, and how much coverage you’re seeking in a product,” Rutkay tells FabFitFun. “Someone who doesn’t have a lot of textural issues (but has oily skin) may want to pick a matte finish foundation, while mature skin with a lot of textural issues and dryness may want to consider a BB or CC cream.”
Rutkay also recommends selecting tinted and dewy foundations as she explains that products with built-in luminescence help the skin looking more youthful and hydrated. But no matter what kind of foundation you choose, she says that, beyond finding the perfect foundation, it’s important to prioritize skin care first.
Thanks to Rutkay’s helpful insight, we’re sharing the best foundations for mature skin types. From lightweight illuminating foundation to SPF-infused CC cream, these products will leave your skin looking fresh and radiant with each use.
Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation $64
Great for those who want lighter coverage, this silky foundation truly helps your skin glow – thanks to the special Micro–fil™ technology! So, yes, you can finally give those highlighter and illuminating palettes a well-deserved rest.
L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Radiant Serum Foundation $15.99
Providing your skin with full coverage, and impressive SPF 50 protection, this serum-like foundation is a skin care enthusiast’s dream. It employes vitamin B3 to ward away unbearable dryness.
Clinique Even Better Refresh Hydrating and Repairing Foundation $32
You won’t have to worry about this foundation drying out your skin. It uses moisture-boosting ingredients such as peptides, salicylic, and hyaluronic acids to keep the skin feeling plump and buttery smooth upon application.
Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation + Concealer $9.99
Combining full-coverage foundation and concealer, this two-in-one foundation product is definitely a steal. Not only that, it’s water-resistant and falls within a reasonable price range.
Supergoop Daily Correct CC Cream $36
This buildable CC cream has built-in SPF 35 protection. It’s the perfect multitasker to add your regimen because it also softens the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and pores with each use.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation $44
Want an airbrushed look? Use this foundation to correct an uneven skin tone. Additionally, this product provides full coverage with a buildable and lightweight formula.
xx, The FabFitFun Team
