A Guide to 10 Great Foundations

When it comes to choosing the perfect foundation, there’s a lot to consider—skin type, finish, coverage, and SPF. I’ve rounded up the top 10 foundations that I’ve tried, tested and loved.

1. RMS BEAUTY un-cover up cream foundation

Best for: Dry to combination skin

Finish: Dewy

Coverage: Buildable, light to medium

SPF: No

This cream foundation feels lightweight and hydrates, giving a glowy, skin-like finish that works best for those needing moisture and a natural glow.

2. CHARLOTTE TILBURY beautiful skin foundation

Best for: Normal to dry skin

Finish: Radiant

Coverage: Medium

SPF: No

Infused with hydrating ingredients, this foundation is perfect for a glowing complexion while also improving skin’s overall texture over time.

3. KVD Good Apple Serum foundation

Best for: Oily to combination skin

Finish: Soft matte

Coverage: Full

SPF: No

Its a full coverage with a flawless, matte finish, this is great for anyone who wants to cover hard to cover imperfections.

4. HOURGLASS Ambient soft glow foundation

Best for: Normal to combination skin

Finish: Natural, soft glow

Coverage: Medium to full

SPF: No

This foundation gives a natural glow that mimics the brand’s ambient lighting powders, providing a flawless, airbrushed look.

5. NARS Light Reflecting Foundation

Best for: All skin types

Finish: Radiant

Coverage: Medium

SPF: No

NARS' light-reflecting foundation gives a luminous finish while offering skincare benefits, making it a great all-rounder.

6. DIOR Forever Matte Foundation

Best for: Oily to combination skin

Finish: Matte

Coverage: Full

SPF: Yes, SPF 15

This long-wearing matte foundation is perfect for controlling shine and provides a flawless, poreless finish, that lasts all day!

7. HAUS LABS Triclone Skin Tech Foundation

Best for: All skin types

Finish: Natural

Coverage: Medium

SPF: No

Lightweight but long-wearing, this foundation offers a second-skin finish with skin-care-infused benefits, like a smoother texture and minimized pores.

8. CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Fluid Foundation

Best for: Normal to combination skin

Finish: Satin

Coverage: Medium to full

SPF: Yes, SPF 20

This foundation combines buildable coverage with a natural, satiny finish, giving you a flawless, glistening look.

9. HUDA BEAUTY Easy Blur Natural Airbrush Foundation

Best for: Combination to oily skin

Finish: Matte

Coverage: Medium to full

SPF: No

This foundation gives a long-lasting matte finish, designed to blur imperfections and give you an airbrushed effect.

10. TIR TIR Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation

Best for: Oily to combination skin

Finish: Matte

Coverage: Full

SPF: Yes, SPF 50

Known for its high SPF and cushion compact design, this foundation delivers full coverage with a weightless feel, perfect for controlling oil throughout the day.