Is it just us, or is there anything better than finally hunting down a foundation that ticks all your boxes? It can sometimes be a minefield to find the one that’s packed with the right skincare ingredients for you whilst still giving the coverage you’re after. So if you’ve been looking for light coverage foundations with all of the above, scroll on to see some real gems.
From natural-look foundations that are buildable, to those infused with moisturising ingredients, we’ve found the best lightweight foundations for different faces and skin types. All available at BEAUTY BAY, you’re about to hit ‘Add to basket’ faster than ever.
1. By BEAUTY BAY Glow Filter
Prepare to glow differently with the By BEAUTY BAY Glow Filter. Sheer and ultra-lightweight, it’s the perfect flawless base for those no-makeup makeup days. Or if you’re after more coverage, it’s dewy and glowy enough to add radiance underneath your foundation. Really easy to blend and with a juicy gel-like formula, we guarantee you’ll fall for its weightless feel.
2. Maybelline Super Stay Up To 24H Skin Tint Foundation
Don’t you just love it when you come across a multi-use makeup goodie? If that’s a “yes”, then you’ll love the Maybelline Super Stay Up To 24H Skin Tint Foundation. Infused with vitamin C, this golden find doubles up as a foundation and skincare all in one. So your skin looks and feels even brighter and more youthful. And you won’t need to worry about that brightness dwindling as this is a long-lasting lightweight foundation.
3. Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Liquid Makeup
Looking for a lightweight foundation for oily skin? The Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Liquid Makeup is sweat, humidity and transfer-proof, so not only is that pesky shine kept under control but your pores don’t get clogged. By blurring breakouts, it’s perfect for days you want coverage without going for full glam. Packed with salicylic acid and other ingredients your skin will love, you can rely on this one.
4. Makeup Revolution Skin Silk Serum Foundation
One of the main benefits of light coverage foundations is that they give your skin a little breathing room. The Makeup Revolution Skin Silk Serum Foundation brings a buildable light-to-medium coverage with it for an airbrushed effect, so you can still embrace your natural skin. Infused with the good stuff – hyaluronic acid and plumping peptides – it gives your skin an added drink of moisture too.
5. e.l.f Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter
If you’re after a lightweight foundation for mature skin then the e.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter should be in your makeup bag. A foundation with moisture-boosting ingredients like hyaluronic acid, which this one has, will help keep mature skin looking and feeling hydrated. Enhancing your complexion, this natural-look foundation adds a pretty glow that can shine solo or work underneath another foundation favourite.
