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The winter season isn't the most forgiving on the skin. Summer calls for matte formulas, but when the temperatures dip, it's time to reach for radiant, hydrating finishes that make you look more alive than you feel. Make dry skin a thing of the past with that extra dose coverage provided by hydrating foundations. Here, 20 moisture-packed foundations to keep flaky, dry, patchy, skin at bay.
A radiant formula that leaves you looking like a delicious glazed donut, but not in a greasy kind of way. The glow is perfectly placed on your face to mimic the summertime radiance you're so desperately yearning for.
Not only does the hydrating formula impart a healthy glow, Range Beauty's foundations are made specifically for those with eczema and acne in mind. It's formulated with calendula and cornflower extracts—antibacterial properties that treat problem and sensitive skin.
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FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation
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FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation
Rihanna did us a solid by turning her OG Pro Filt'r foundation into something us dry skin beauties can appreciate. Everything you love about the original formula—longlasting, good coverage, and flawless finish—just with more glow.
It's a face oil, yes, but this gem from Kosas basically H20 in foundation form. The Tinted Face Oil is lightweight, so don't expect too much coverage, but still blurs all your imperfections with a subtle shine.
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IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better Foundation + Skincare
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IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better Foundation + Skincare
A liquid foundation and skincare serum in one. The serum works behind-the-scenes so your complexion will soon become as healthy as it appears. Use to even out skin and any discoloration or pigmentation issues.
The tint stick nourishes dry skin with a combination of avocado, mandarin, and olive oils. Use the formula to build for full coverage and to create a dewy makeup look.
This formula aims to deliver 24-hour hydration and coverage. The moisture-rich formula provides flawless results. Perfect to stock up on for the colder winter months.
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Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Youth-Boosting Perfect Skin Foundation
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Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Youth-Boosting Perfect Skin Foundation
An air-light formula will not only hydrate your skin but minimize the appearance of pores and wrinkles. The formula also lasts up to 18 hours so you’ll feel hydrated all day.
The formula contains lychee, bamboo grass, and cordycep mushroom extracts that provide essential nourishment for the driest skin. You can get all the benefits of a luxury serum with the coverage of a foundation.
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Cle de Peau Beaute Radiant Fluid Foundation SPF 24
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Cle de Peau Beaute Radiant Fluid Foundation SPF 24
This medium coverage foundation contains Advanced Hydro-Sensing Polymer technology which works with the environment--meaning you're in for a dewy finish all day.
CoverGirl's flawless finish foundation combines with the benefits of Olay's hydrating serum in this foundation. Perfect for keeping skin smooth and hydrated all day long.
Sixty percent encapsulated water turns this mineral foundation into a hydrating, moisture-rich foundation when applied. Get the full coverage of a cream foundation with the hydration and appearance of a sheer liquid foundation.
Josie Maran’s go-to argan oil brings the moisture and hydration to extra dry skin. The idea with the miracle oil is that in the moment you'll have full coverage and over time you’ll have healthier, more balanced skin.