Summer Foundations

We all know how challenging it can be to find a good summer foundation. The hot and humid weather can leave you with a melted, oily face by the middle of the day. I've found 3 different foundations that I personally love to use during the summer months. No melting involved!!!

1. Lise Watier Teint Mousse Matifiant (Oil-free)

7 Shades, 30 ml, $33 CAD (Shoppers Drug Mart)

This is my go-to foundation for the summer. I don't have particularly oily skin, so I love that this foundation provides a matte finish without drying my skin out. It is a mousse texture with a velvety finish and it makes my pores disappear. "Formulated with evanescent powders derived from cotton fibres, this foundation visibly reduces the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and imperfections." This foundation goes a LONG way.. not much is needed to achieve full coverage, so I find that the 30 ml bottle lasts forever! Even though there's only 7 shades to choose from, it's super easy to colour match. I use the shade "Beige Pur".

(Use this product sparingly - it tends to cake-up if you over apply.)

2. MAKE UP FOR EVER Face & Body Liquid Make-Up

19 Shades, 50 ml, $42 CAD (Sephora)

Lovelovelove this foundation! It's water-based (87% ish) with a gel consistency - and it's completely waterproof! It can be used on both the face & body (hence the name) & provides a sheer but buildable coverage. It has a very natural finish to it so it's perfect for those who don't like looking "made-up". My ONLY complaint about this foundation is that it's fragranced with a rosy scent - not so great if you have sensitive skin. MUFE always has an excellent shade selection though. I use #20.

3. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20

10 Shades, 50 ml, $55 CAD (Sephora)

Now for those who would rather use a tinted moisturizer, Laura Mercier is hands down the best one out there. It offers a light coverage, so it's better suited for those with minor skin issues. If you have dark circles or blemishes, you'll want to layer a concealer under this product first. It has a slightly dewy finish to it and gives the skin a healthy glow. I find that it blends easily and completely melts into the skin. Those with an oilier skin type might want to set this foundation with a translucent powder. An SPF of 20 is built right in, making this the perfect foundation for summer!

xoxo,