Nars Velvet Matte Foundation Stick, $45
Forget the hard-to-blend, streaky foundation sticks of yesteryear. This silky stick glides on seamlessly to even out tone, impart a soft matte finish, and create a "fresh-from-the-world's-best-facial" effect. Swipe it across your face for light coverage, or stipple it to conceal more; either way, touchups are easy thanks to a built-in, latex-free blender.
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Forget the hard-to-blend, streaky foundation sticks of yesteryear. This silky stick glides on seamlessly to even out tone, impart a soft matte finish, and create a "fresh-from-the-world's-best-facial" effect. Swipe it across your face for light coverage, or stipple it to conceal more; either way, touchups are easy thanks to a built-in, latex-free blender.
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BareMinerals BarePro Performance Wear Liquid Foundation, $34
Not that most people would need their foundation to last 24 hours, but hey -- you never know. Regardless of your time needs, this longwearing liquid delivers full coverage without appearing chalky or feeling heavy. If your skin can't decide whether it's oily or dry, consider this its skinlike (and natural-looking) savior.
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Not that most people would need their foundation to last 24 hours, but hey -- you never know. Regardless of your time needs, this longwearing liquid delivers full coverage without appearing chalky or feeling heavy. If your skin can't decide whether it's oily or dry, consider this its skinlike (and natural-looking) savior.
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L'Oreal Paris True Match Lumi Cushion Foundation, $17
Think of this cushion foundation as the makeup version of a turmeric latte: it perks you up without going into overdrive. Luminizing particles create a healthy-looking, not glittery, glow. Buildable, weightless, and totally foolproof, its 16 shades come in a formula that flatters dry and oily skin alike. Tap on a little to create soft radiance, or use more to cover spots and imperfections -- it's impossible to make this stuff look like spackle.
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Think of this cushion foundation as the makeup version of a turmeric latte: it perks you up without going into overdrive. Luminizing particles create a healthy-looking, not glittery, glow. Buildable, weightless, and totally foolproof, its 16 shades come in a formula that flatters dry and oily skin alike. Tap on a little to create soft radiance, or use more to cover spots and imperfections -- it's impossible to make this stuff look like spackle.
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