We’re all getting older. There’s no way around it. Luckily though, we’ve reached a point in time where makeup and skincare are at the top of their game, and celebrities who’ve reached above 40 look nothing over 30 (looking at you Sofia Vergara , Salma Hayek , Jennifer Lopez ). Although it all starts with skincare, there are a plethora of foundations out there to help keep skin looking firm and radiant.
Whether you’re looking to blur fine lines, add a boost of hydration or simply keep your canvas looking flawless, there are plenty of products made especially for mature skin. However, with an overabundance of makeup products in the marketplace, finding the right makeup can be overwhelming. But to save you some time (and money!), we've narrowed it down to some of our favorite foundations to combat signs of aging.
Ahead are our top picks for best makeup for mature skin.
© Avon.comAvon Magix Tint
If you’re skin is naturally beautiful and only needs a little something, this skin tint will be your go-to. Not only does it giv off a naturally radiant complexion, but it also softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles and contains vitamins E and B5 to keep skin hydrated. It’s a win-win!
Avon Magix Tint, $14, Avon.com
© Charlotte TilburyLike Magic
This product doesn’t have the word magic in it for no reason! Celebrities such as Salma Hayek have worn the product to major events. According to the product’s description, this foundation works with, “a concentrated mushroom extract,” that, “improves firmness, tightens pores and moisturizes; hyaluronic acid-filling spheres reverse wrinkle grooves to retexture the skin within one hour; and supercharged vitamin C gives you a lit-from-within effect. “
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation, $44, Nordstrom.com
© Estée LauderPerfection
It's been shown the sun is the number one culprit for aging skin, but this ‘youth-infusing serum makeup' battles the sun's rays with SPF 25. Furthermore, it reduces the look of fine, dry lines thus resulting in a more youthful and radiant look.
Estée Lauder Perfectionist, $52, Esteelauder.com
© It CosmeticsBye Bye Lines
It Cosmetics isn’t here to play any makeup games! The Bye Bye Lines foundation offers anti-aging elements, including peptides, caviar extract, hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid and much more. The works!
It Cosmetics Bye Bye Lines Foundation, $23, Itcosmetics.com
© Kjaer WeisWorks like a cream
Danish-born makeup artist Kirsten Kjaer developed a clean line of makeup products made to work with your skin, not against it. This cream foundation contains organic ingredients, which overall helps skin to age gracefully and free of harsh chemicals.
Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation, from $40, Kjaerweis.com
© LoracThe Pro
This new foundation contains watermelon, apple and lentil fruit extracts, which help reduce fine lines and increase hydration. It also contains Vitamin C and sodium hyaluronate to help preserve the skin’s elasticity.
Lorac Pro Soft Focus Longwear Foundation, $38, Lorac.com
© Mary KayAbout time
Mary Kay’s Timewise Luminous foundation is the definition of sheer radiance. Aside from being luminous and lightweight, it’s formulated with an Age Minimize 3D® Complex that delivers a younger-looking complexion and won’t settle into fine lines.
Mary Kay TimeWise Luminous 3D Foundation, $24, Marykay.com
