Spring is here and summer is fast approaching. While you may have highlighters and hydrating sprays on your mind, one seasonal product you may not want to change is your foundation. These nine hydrating foundations for summer are perfect if you want a gorgeous hydrated glow as well as full coverage. While BB creams and tinted moisturizers seem to be all the rage during warmer weather, sometimes, you just want that full on glam or a bit of extra coverage to protect you from the sun.
Personally, I'm a full coverage girl and whether that comes from years of trying to cover acne in high school or just watching one too many YouTube tutorials, I keep my medium to full coverage foundation no matter the season. As most beauty junkies know, though, not all foundations with a heavier coverage are matte and winter-ready. In fact, some full coverage foundations offer tons of great hydration and can give you a gorgeous glow.
Whether you're just looking for a subtle glow from within or you want a foundation that's also going to give skin care benefits and moisture to your skin, there's a foundation that's perfect for summer that won't have you compromising your coverage. What foundations are a good place to start?
1. It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Illumination Cream
Color Correcting Illuminating Full Coverage, $38, It Cosmetics
Not only will this foundation give you a medium to full coverage look, but it'll provide radiance to the skin and has hydrating skin care built in.
2. L'Oreal Infallible ProGlow
L'Oreal Infallible ProGlow, $13, Ulta
If you love beauty vloggers, you know that they swear by this glowing yet full coverage foundation.
3. Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk, $64, Sephora
This foundation is a favorite of guru Jaclyn Hill, which makes it perfect on its own. However, it also provides a dewy finish while giving medium coverage.
4. CoverFX Natural Finish Foundation
CoverFX Natural Finish Foundation, $40, Sephora
With a radiant finish and medium coverage, this foundation is basically perfect.
5. Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Water Foundation
Tarte Rainforest of the Sea Water Foundation, $38, Sephora
Not only will this foundation help sooth dry skin, but it gives a gorgeous natural finish with a hint of a dewy glow.
6. L'Oreal True Match Lumi
L'Oreal True Match Lumi, $13, Ulta
Medium coverage, luminous finish, perfect foundation.
7. Laura Mercier Silk Créme Moisturizing Photo Edition Foundation
Laura Mercier Silk Créme Moisturizing Photo Edition Foundation, $48, Sephora
Laura Mercier's foundation gives a natural, dewy finish, but once set can be worn practically any way. If you're looking for something hydrating and versatile, this is it.
8. CoverFX Custom Cover Drops
CoverFX Custom Cover Drops, $44, Sephora
The Custom Cover Drops are mixed into whatever serum, moisturizer, or cream you'd like meaning you can customize this finish and coverage for yourself.
9. MAC Mineralize Moisture SPF 15 Foundation
MAC Mineralize Moisture SPF 15 Foundation, $38, MAC Cosmetics
While this foundation can be sheer, you can build to a medium coverage, and it provides a gorgeous glow from within look.
If you want the glow and hydration without sacrificing coverage, look no further than these 9 foundations. From foundations with skin care to those that are buildable, you can't go wrong.
