In testing, we looked for foundations that could last the day, felt comfortable on the skin, wouldn’t sink into lines and creases and gave an immediate, visible improvement to the complexion.
Keep your base light and only cover imperfections with an opaque concealer”. Caroline’s advice is to “avoid matte foundations and don’t overload the skin with powder. One issue we tend to notice as we get older is products settling into fine lines and creases during the day. It enables the foundation to be flexible and less likely to look dry and patchy after a few hours”. Caroline believes it’s “key for keeping the skin continually hydrated over the day. This added hydration will help the foundation to blend seamlessly into the skin.” Hyaluronic acid is a good ingredient to look for both in your moisturiser and foundation. You may need to apply moisturiser twice in the morning after the first layer has absorbed but it does make a difference. Skin should be slightly tacky to the touch. Hydration is key here: once you’ve moisturised, moisturise some more.
