Switching full-cover face colours for a lightweight spring foundation will help you achieve a fresher and more glorious look for the new season. Many lighter formulas also offer an additional bonus of keeping your skin hydrated and comfortable, providing flexibility with buildable coverage. Choose a foundation with hydration ingredients that are suitable for your skin type and enjoy a natural look no matter what the weather is. So, what are you supposed to be looking for?
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Let’s talk about skin before we begin coverage. Great makeup (as you know now!) starts with great skin and you need to eat as the seasons change. Switch between hearty winter meals for fresh spring ingredients. Check out my book Eat Beautiful for skin-friendly recipes packed with seasonal benefits.
What is the lightweight foundation?
The lightweight foundation is a formulation designed to provide coverage to your skin without feeling like weight or cake. Unlike traditional full coverage foundations that can be heavier, lightweight foundations offer a more natural finish and allow the skin to breathe. These foundations are perfect for spring when you want a fresh and explicit look without the weight of heavier makeup. They often also offer additional skin benefits, such as protective and moisturizing ingredients.
What ingredients are best for hydration?
When looking for light spring coverage, it is essential to consider ingredients that will keep your skin in top condition and provide hydration to your best. Some important ingredients to look for in a moisturizing foundation include:
- Hyaluronic acid: Hyaluronic acid, known for its ability to retain moisture and plump skin, is a popular ingredient in the moisturizing foundation.
- Glycerin: Glycerin is a fumectant that helps attract moisture to the skin, helping to soften and keep it supple.
- Vitamin E: This antioxidant not only provides hydration, but also helps protect the skin from environmental damage.
- Squarene: A lightweight moisturizing ingredient that mimics natural oils on the skin, Squarene helps to keep your skin soft and hydrated without feeling oily.
Don’t forget SPF!
Many lightweight foundations also include SPF coverage. This is essential throughout the year, but even more important as the sun begins to reappear at this time of year.
Lightweight foundations perfect for spring
- Chanel | Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation
- Dior | Forever Skin Glow Foundation SPF 15
- Ilia Beauty | Super Serum Skin Shade
- Charlotte Tilbury | The perfect filter for Hollywood
- Armani | Bright Silk Perfect Glow Perfect Basics
- Eve St. Laurent | Nu Bare Look Tint Skin Tint Foundation
- Sara Chapman | Skinesis Skin Insurance SPF 50+ – Perfect shade
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