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Moisturizing Foundations that Combat the Dry Winter Weather, Because Flaky Cake Face is So Not Cool
Regardless of skin type, the cold winter weather brings out the dryness and flakiness in the best of us. And slathering foundation on top of parched skin? No good. Because really, what's worse than cake face except for a flaky cake face? But sometimes all those moisturizers and hydrating masks just aren't enough. So why not make your foundation work for you in more ways than one? Even if you have oily skin, a little extra moisture in the winter never hurt anybody. If you find that your skin needs a little extra TLC, don't stop at your skincare. Look for a moisturizing foundation. Here are eight of the best to get you started.
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bareMinerals Complexion Rescue
As far as lightweight coverage goes, this new tinted hydrating gel cream is tops. It’s definitely leans more towards a moisturizer than full-on foundation, so it’s perfect for anyone with dry skin (clinical studies showed a 215 percent increase in skin hydration) who’s focused more on preventing flakes than covering blemishes.
$29, bareminerals.com starting in February
Laura Mercier Moisture Suprême Foundation
Skin’s moisture barrier is improved with AC Moisture Plex, which prevents water loss, so this foundation will keep you hydrated all day with a medium-to-full coverage, natural-looking finish.
$47, nordstrom.com
e.l.f. Studio Moisturizing Foundation Stick
Don’t be fooled by the under $10 price — this stuff is legit. The stick formula makes it perfect for quick, non-messy touchups throughout the day.
$6, eyeslipsface.com
It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream
This CC cream is clinically proven to increase skin’s hydration by 79% along with a host of other benefits including sun protection and anti-aging.
$38, itcosmetics.com
NARS All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation
Great news for any NARS-obsessed women with dry skin! They’re super popular Luminous Powder Foundation is now available in liquid form. It has a super cream formula that’ll blend right in for a dewy, medium coverage finish.
$48, sephora.com starting February 1
Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow
Formulated with Benefit’s own Oxygen Wow Hydrating Complex, this light-to-medium coverage foundation provides protection from the sun, environmental stressors, and aging all while keeping skin moisturized.
$36, sephora.com
Dior Diorskin Éclat Satin
Infused with the exclusive Hydra-Diffuse AEE complex, this foundation moisturizes all day while providing the complexion a radiant, satin finish.
$50, nordstrom.com
Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation
Developed by a dermatologist, this foundation is supposed to improve the skin’s natural moisture throughout the day while blurring imperfections to make it looks as if you’re not wearing any makeup.
$55, ulta.com
Stila Perfect & Correct Foundation
Infused with Stila’s own Youth Revival Bio-Available Mineral Complex and advanced emollient system, this foundation hydrates and moisturizes skin while also correcting imperfections.
$44, sephora.com
Bobbi Brown Luminous Moisturizing Treatment Foundation
Skin’s moisture is boosted with the help of ingredients like glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, and muru muru seed butter, so this medium-coverage foundation can lock in hydration.
$52, nordstrom.com