If you have dry skin, you probably shudder at the mere mention of a matte-finish foundation. Heck, even if you're someone with combination or normal skin, it's likely that the winter has you a bit drier than usual — so you might be shelving all the matte formulas for summer.
At any rate, to combat the almost inevitable dryness over the next few months, it's important to adjust your skin care routine accordingly (and make sure you're drinking enough water, of course) — but if you're still feeling dry, you might want to nab a glowy, hydrating foundation, to help you fake it 'til you make it.
Sounds nice, right? Below, see eight of our favorite glowy-finish foundations that make even the driest of winter skin look healthy again.
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This medium-coverage foundation comes in over 40 shades (with 7 different undertones) and provides its wearers with a natural-looking finish that mimics bare skin. The long-lasting formula is great for all skin types, but it does especially well with drier skin types, since it's formulated with hydrating ingredients such as aloe vera, glycerin, squalane, and sodium hyaluronate.
It Cosmetics is one brand that's always considering what skin needs to actually be healthy, rather than just masking it to look that way. The brand created this award-winning foundation with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, collagen, and peptides — all great for dry skin that needs a pick-me-up.
Everyone loves the look of a fancy airbrush foundation, but a) they tend to cling to dry spots and b) who wants to actually bother with an airbrush machine?? This genius foundation delivers a similar finish without the bugaboos; helping to hydrate your complexion (and leaving it looking extra flawless).
Not only does this formula provide you with beautiful light coverage, but it's packed to the brim with moisture that your dry complexion will eat up. Thanks to the macadamia and kukui seed oils in the formula, long-term hydration is totally attainable. It's also made with tamarind seed extract that locks in moisture and gives major antioxidant protection all day long.
