Our Favorite Foundation: The 2022 Beauty Awards List (2023)

FAQs

What is best foundation makeup for over 60? ›

"Foundations that have sheer coverage and a dewy luminous finish work best with women who are concerned about lines and wrinkles." ✔️ Dewy foundations are better than matte. Thicker, matte finish bases are usually made to provide fuller coverage, which means they're packed with pigment that can eventually get cakey.

L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect Radiant Serum Foundation

It has been formulated specifically not to settle into lines, its lightweight blend of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and aloe hydrates as it helps skin look more even. And we're never mad at a little extra sun protection atop our usual sunscreen: SPF 50, to be exact.

What kind of makeup should an older woman wear? Older women should opt for hydrating, light-reflecting makeup products. Using warmer tones for foundation and concealer, softer colors for eyeliner, and brighter colors like peach or pink can bring a youthful glow.

What foundation do dermatologists recommend? ›

The dermatologists we interviewed specifically recommend bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15, ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation, Dermablend Cover Creme Full Coverage Foundation, Younique Touch Serum+ Foundation, Erborian CC Creme, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint, Cover FX Total ...

Our top choice is the Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Longwear Foundation, thanks to its excellent coverage, budge-proof formula, and impressive longevity. If you're looking for something that provides great coverage as well as skincare benefits, we recommend the KOSAS Revealer Skin Improving SPF 25 Foundation.

Makeup artist Helena Olivares advises swapping vampy plum or brown tones for more neutral shades, as they can look a bit harsh on aging skin. Neutral tones and subtle pinks, she explains, can help you achieve a more youthful appearance, as they instantly give the skin a brighter and cleaner look.

DON'T wear mascara on your lower lashes. Playing up your lower lashes can make your eyes look droopy and draw attention to dark circles. It makes the eyes look older and accentuates the under eye wrinkles.

Adding a sweep of eyeliner is an absolute must when doing eye makeup for mature skin over 60. It adds a beautiful structure to the face and can frame your eyes as the standout features they are. A pencil eyeliner is good for aging eyes because it softens the lash line and makes your fringe look fuller.

Look for non-matte products that do double, triple, even quadruple duty—say, by adding a dewy glow, intense moisture, sunscreen to ward off spots and wrinkles, retinol and even a filter-like finish. “Dewy foundations give you a more hydrated, youthful look than matte foundations,” says Duque.

While our makeup artists agree the best foundations for mature skin should be more luminous and dewy rather than matte, you don't want to verge shimmery, and certain complementary products (such as bronzer) should always be matte.

The type of foundation you use can drastically change the look of your makeup, and experts agree that liquid foundation is best for mature skin because of its hydrating qualities.

Opt for a lighter eyeshadow rather than a dark, smoky shade on your eyelids and around the eyes, like Jenna Dewan Tatum. "Highlighting the corners makes eyes look brighter and fresh," says Ahnert. "Use a light color shadow in matte or shimmer to inner corner, lower lash line in outer corner, and the inner lid."

Being gentle with your skin will cut back on prematurely aging your skin, but less makeup will have your skin looking younger. You'll have less bacteria on your face. Bacteria is all around us but you don't want it on your face. Every single time a makeup brush touches your face, you're adding bacteria to your skin.

What color eyeliner should an older woman wear? ›

Many mature women find that while they may have loved a bold black liner in the past, it doesn't suit them the same as it once did, and prefer to opt for softer shades like brown or charcoal. (You can find these shades from Inglot AMC Eyeliner Gel and Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Eye Pencil.)

Best Overall: Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation. Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk foundation has a cult following for good reason: A few pumps impart a radiant and incredibly natural finish with medium coverage.

Powder foundations are a go-to for beginners because they're quick and easy to apply. Boswell says she likes to use powder foundations on oily skin as they can help to absorb excess oil.

Sadly, also yes. Since our skin naturally becomes increasingly dry and dehydrated as we get older, a powder foundation only makes things worse. It settles into all of your fine lines, and the matte texture finish instantly ages you.

Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Dewy Foundation Drops

It's all thanks to Aniston's longtime makeup artist, Gucci Westman, who told Marie Claire Australia that Aniston uses the hydrating skin tint foundation. In fact, the very same product was the secret behind Aniston's glow in her iconic 2022 cover shoot for Allure.

"I use a lot of Maybelline products, and I've used Max Factor's Pan Stik makeup for all of my grown years; I have to order it from different places because I can't find it anymore," she shared. "I have a tendency to still love a lot of the old beauty products because I'm an old-timer too," Parton added.

Julia used all Lancôme products when it came to her red carpet natural makeup look, including Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation in shade 335 for the base, and Blush Subtil in Absolutely Happy for a warm flush on her cheeks.

Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation is a cult favorite. This foundation is loved by many people, including Ms. Kardashian herself. The formula is buildable, creamy, and perfect for Kim's signature soft glam look.

Which company foundation cream is best? ›

Injectable fillers are among the top choices for people looking to get rid of smile lines without undergoing surgery. Many are made from hyaluronic acid and are injected at the crease that goes from your mouth to your nose.

Beyond Botox, there are some other safe options that can be injected to help reduce laugh lines. Some possible alternatives to Botox include Juvederm, Restylane, Elevess, Evolence, and Radiesse. Similarly to Botox, they each potentially have side effects and allergic reactions and only have temporary effects.

Skin-tightening procedures: Treatments with lasers, ultrasound or radio waves can help stimulate collagen production and make loose skin tauter. Surgery: Cosmetic surgery can reposition and reshape your skin and underlying tissues. Options to reduce nasolabial folds include a cheek lift or a facelift.

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If you have a warm complexion, go with a foundation shade that has yellow, gold, or peach undertones. And if your complexion is on the cool side, a foundation with pink undertones is your best bet. Those with neutral undertones should look for a foundation shade with both gold and pink tones.

There are three key factors in finding the right foundation shade – understanding your skin tone and undertone, swatch testing, and updating your shade with the seasons to ensure a perfect foundation match all year 'round.

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Replace: As a product that is constantly applied to the face and exposed to oil, dead skin cells and dirt, foundations, whether they are liquid or cream, should be replaced every year. After one year, the consistency, texture, shade and smell of your foundation should begin to change.

How many foundations should you own? ›

Another reason having two foundations is the way to go is because skin can be finicky; one day it might be on the drier side, while the next it could be a bit oily.

You might opt for our Eye Shade in Cream, Cappuccino, or Caramel Pink. Next, use a slightly darker shade in your eye socket to create definition and depth. You could choose Taupe, Cocoa or Rose Gold. Finally, use your darkest shade in the outer corner of the eyes to create a sultry, elongated almond shape.

Blend The Foundation Lighter Than You

When in doubt, always pick a shade that is slightly lighter than your complexion rather than darker. This can prevent your complexion from looking darker than the rest of your body. It is the safest way to go when unsure about two shades that may look too light or too dark.

Being gentle with your skin will cut back on prematurely aging your skin, but less makeup will have your skin looking younger. You'll have less bacteria on your face. Bacteria is all around us but you don't want it on your face. Every single time a makeup brush touches your face, you're adding bacteria to your skin.

Sponges work best, for instance, with lightweight liquid formulas or stick foundations. Creamy, thick foundations would be better served with a brush (so you can buff out the edges for a more natural finish).

Lines deepen on dehydrated skin, increasing the chance that foundation will settle in them. Find a hydrating serum and moisturiser to help counteract this. Additionally, a smoothing primer is your BFF! The primer will fill in lines and prevent your foundation from doing the same.