6 best luxury foundations – rating and recommendations from a makeup artist

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Benefits of foundation

Modern foundation creams perform the “2 in 1” function. They fill wrinkles, mask redness and age spots, and also have a smoothing effect. All the best that is present in “anti-age” creams is now also in foundations.

And these are components that prevent collagen destruction and increase skin elasticity. That is, with the help of such creams you can take care of your skin, fight age-related changes and at the same time look fresh.

Every second foundation today contains light-diffusing pigments that provide radiance to the skin. Mature skin is usually tired and has a pale gray tint, and with the help of foundation you can give it the radiance and velvety feel of a younger person.

A good foundation will moisturize mature skin that suffers from a lack of water; the SPF in the composition will protect against harmful solar radiation and thereby ensure the prevention of photoaging. As you can see, there are only advantages.

True, the best foundation creams for aging skin with lifting available on the market will not be cheap. And if they also have a light texture and are long-lasting... In a word, beauty requires sacrifice, and you will have to fork out for a really good product.

What are the dangers of making the wrong choice?

Why is foundation given such close attention? Because its primary task is to hide skin imperfections, even out its color and give the face a beautiful, well-groomed look.

A certain shade is given to the product by coloring pigments, which can be natural or synthetic. Creams vary in coverage and consistency. The thicker they are, the denser the film they create on the surface of the epidermis.

If left on the skin for a long time, a low-quality or incorrectly selected foundation can:

• create a greenhouse effect;
• interfere with normal cell respiration;
• get deep into the pores;
• dry out the skin;
• increase sebum secretion;
• irritate the epidermis;
• provoke acne and rashes.

As a matter of fact, this often happens, and hence the myth that using foundation is harmful. Although in fact, a good product has a very positive effect on the condition of the epidermis. But how to choose it?

Possibilities

Let's start with the fact that we need to understand what possibilities a high-quality cream has, from which foundation differs, in fact, only in the presence of pigment. And it is able to provide comprehensive and long-term care and even restore damaged epidermal cells.

In addition, after regular use of a good foundation with a lifting effect:

• skin is perfectly moisturized;
• small wrinkles are smoothed out;
• the oval of the face becomes clearer;
• the functioning of the sebaceous glands is normalized;
• the number of rashes decreases;
• signs of skin photoaging disappear.

In addition to masking minor defects, its task is additional nutrition, hydration and restoration of the skin. And products from trusted manufacturers, specially developed for this purpose in high-tech laboratories and tested many times, do an excellent job with this.

Choosing a cream

The most common mistake is to go to the store and buy the same foundation as a friend. Well, at least, taking into account the tone of your own skin. Yes, you might get lucky and it will fit perfectly. But much more often you will be disappointed, since the age, type and condition of people's skin usually differ greatly.

What should you pay attention to when buying first?

Compound

Naturally, the more useful ingredients a product contains: vitamins, natural oils, plant extracts, the better. But there is another side to the coin - they must be suitable for your skin. You also need to understand and take into account some of their features:

• Zinc oxide. Often present in mattifying creams that are used for oily and combination skin. It can dry out dry skin even more or provoke compensatory hyperactivity of the sebaceous glands. Zinc oxide is an excellent physical barrier to ultraviolet radiation. If it is in the cream, additional sunscreen is usually not needed.
• Natural oils. Needed to nourish, smooth and rejuvenate the skin. The denser they are in structure, the thicker the cream. For dry skin, it is advisable to choose products containing shea butter, jojoba, or coconut oil. For oily and normal skin with lighter notes: peach, apricot, argan. Creams with natural oils will give the face a beautiful natural glow and remove the effect of a lifeless mask.
• Silicone. This component is quite often added to anti-aging inexpensive foundation with a lifting effect. It is this that ensures rapid smoothing and leveling of the skin texture. I strongly recommend that you treat such products with caution. With prolonged use, silicone produces almost all of the negative skin reactions listed above. The same applies to silicone base for makeup. I advise you to use it maximum 1-2 times a week.
• Wax. Usually present in long-acting creams. It evens out the skin texture well, retains moisture under it, but at the same time interferes with breathing. It is better if the wax is emulsified, then the product is lighter in consistency and does not form a dense film. Remember that it can cause allergies in people with intolerance to bee products.
• Multivitamin complexes. Naturally beneficial and help keep the skin in good condition. The big plus is that they have the opportunity to work almost all day. But it is very important not to overload the epidermis. If you use a high-quality foundation enriched with vitamins, the base for it should be as simple in composition and light in consistency as possible.
• Coloring pigment. The ideal option is if it is natural. That is, the foundation is a high-quality cream mixed with mineral powder. Many well-known manufacturers have such products. They provide the skin with important microelements, do not clog pores, and even promote detoxification of the epidermis. Artificial dyes often cause allergies and the formation of blackheads.

In addition, make sure that the cream contains fewer chemicals: parabens, paraffins, sulfates and other substances unsafe for health. The longer its shelf life, the more preservatives it contains.

Types of foundations

Do you know how many types of foundation there are? As many as seven! Of these, anti-aging lifting creams come in four varieties:

1. Liquid foundation. Its peculiarity is its ability to be evenly distributed over the face in a fairly thin layer. It is usually provided by the presence of wax or silicone, so this product is not recommended for daily use. Suitable for any skin type, decorative cosmetics fit perfectly on it. But it is better to use it only under evening makeup.
2. Tonal mousse. Ideal for every day. It is a cream whipped to a foamy state with coloring pigments. Naturally, stabilizers give it durability, and this is a minus. But thanks to its airy consistency, it does not clog pores, does not accumulate in wrinkles, and provides a lifting effect due to beneficial ingredients rather than mechanical tension.
3. Cream fluid. An excellent choice for summer and for dry, sensitive skin. It is the lightest in consistency and contains the most moisturizing components. It often contains hyaluronic acid, and in inexpensive versions - glycerin. Disadvantage: weak masking effect. The product will not help hide acne and traces of it, pigmentation, small scars and stretch marks.
4. Cream powder. It is the densest of all listed and hides minor defects well. Suitable for oily, combination and problem skin. The high content of mineral pigment provides excellent adsorbing effect and long-lasting matte skin. In the presence of antibacterial components (or using a foundation with them), it quickly reduces the number of acne and rashes.

Now you know how to choose the right foundation with a lifting effect, based on the composition and your skin type.

The best means

Against the background of the above, the question of which foundation is better already sounds meaningless. The one that suits you. Therefore, I strongly recommend using a sample before purchasing. Moreover, apply it not for five minutes, but for at least a couple of hours, and understand how the skin feels and behaves under it. Fortunately, modern stores provide this opportunity - they have testers.

The first places in consumer ratings are usually occupied by:

Naturally, these are just a few popular and proven products that have many positive reviews. You can search for yours, and also share your impressions of it in the comments to this article.