High End Foundations To Rock This Festive Season
Foundation is indeed a vital make-up staple in everyone's makeup kit, but picking the right foundation may be complicated. Foundations are a great way to get a flawless, blemish- free and marks- free skin. Finding the perfect composition for your complexion, be it oily, sensitive, dry or acne-prone, is critical, but that is not always effortless. There seems to be a huge variety of foundation available, including light to full coverage ones, high end to inexpensive, matte to hydrating.
Sweating already? Don't you worry! To make things easier for you we have compiled a list of the top foundations as per the standards. So your search for a long-lasting foundation that glides on like a dream has come to an end! We've picked the greatest high-end foundation for you to rock this holiday season.
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High end foundations to rock this festive season
1. Estee Lauder Double Wear stay in place makeup with SPF 10
Estee Lauder is a well known high-end trusted brand. Those who have been looking for a foundation that is long lasting and sticks to the skin well without any side-effects, you are in the right place. Not only can this foundation be layered easily, it also glides on the skin like a dream.
Shade
This is an Ivory Beige shade by Estee Lauder.
Pros:
- It contains SPF 10 that protects the skin from harmful sunlight
- Lasts up to 24 hours
- Transfer resistant
- Waterproof
- Suitable for all Indian skin types
Cons:
- Makes the skin dry
- Doesn’t smell good
2. DIOR Backstage Face & Body Foundation
DIOR is already popular for its high end products and so is its backstage foundation. It can be used for both face as well as other body parts to hide marks and spots. It provides buildable coverage with a nude glow to high coverage. It comes in a travel friendly packaging.
Shade
It comes in a 3, 5 Neutral shade by DIOR.
Pros:
- Dermatologically tested
- Fluid textured foundation
- It gives high Coverage
- It comes with a soothing fragrance
- Free from parabens, GMO, and mineral oil
Cons:
- Packaging not very user friendly
- Not very long lasting
3. HUDA Beauty Fauxfilter Luminous matte full coverage
Then comes the faux filter luminous matte foundation by HUDA Beauty. It is one of those high end foundations that gives a matte finish with a smooth texture. It is a sweat proof foundation that does not become wet in humid weather. It illuminates your skin for the whole day.
Shade
It is a 110N Angel Food shade by huda Beauty.
Pros:
- It provides full coverage
- Long-lasting upto 24 hours
- Fragrance free
- It does not fade neither it becomes cakey
- Waterproof and Transfer Proof
Cons:
- It might become cakey after sometime
4. The Body Shop Fresh Nude Foundation
It is one of the best high end foundations that come with a nude finish and lightweight texture. It comes with moisturizing properties that keeps the skin hydrated for 24 hours. It is one of the rare foundations that comes infused with aloe vera and english rose water.
Shade
It is the 045 Atlas Dune shade by The Body Shop.
Pros:
- It comes in 16 different shades to match with different skin tones
- It comes with SPF 15 sun protection
- Best suited for oily skin types
- Easily blendable
- Cruelty free
Cons:
- It gives a semi matte finish which is neither shiny or matte
- Provides light to medium coverage
5. M.A.C. Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 Mini
It is an SPF 15 Studio fix fluid foundation that helps hide pores well. It comes in a mini bottle that makes it easy to carry. It is a suitable foundation for oily skin types as it controls the secretion of oil from the skin. It is a non fading and non streaking fluid foundation.
Shade
It comes in the NC35 shade of MAC studio.
Pros:
- It lasts for up to 24 hours
- Prevents the acne with a non caking formula
- Does not settle in the fine lines
- It gives an immediate moisturization
- It is sweat and humidity resistant
Cons:
- Not suitable for dry skin types
6. L'oreal Paris Infallible 24h Fresh wear foundation
It is a high end infallible foundation by L’oreal paris that gives a day long freshness. It gives a radiant finish with medium to full buildable coverage. It is curated with a formula that has three oil absorbers. It is an ultra thin liquid foundation.
Shade
It comes in 250 Radiant sand by Loreal Paris.
Pros:
- Waterproof, transferproof and sweat proof foundation
- Long lasting
- Super blendable fresh wear foundation
- Lightweight and breathable
- It comes with a pump like dispenser
Cons:
- Not for people with a dry skin type
- Settles into the fine lines if primer not applied
7. Revlon Photoready Insta Filter Foundation
Revlon has brought a unique high end foundation that makes the face look better in photos that is why it is popular as insta filter photo ready foundation. It gives a natural finish to the skin with a smooth texture. It comes with a buildable coverage.
Shade
It is a medium beige shade by Revlon.
Pros:
- It comes with a unique built in blender puff attached to the bottle
- Suitable for all skin types
- Comes with a wide range of High definition shades
- Lasts a day long
- It comes with SPF 20
Cons:
- It gives only medium coverage that is buildable
8. Colorbar Amino Skin Radiant Foundation
Colorbar presents a skin radiant foundation within the high end range. The best part is that it is a product that originated in India itself. It is a creamy textured foundation with an opaque type finish. Above all it is an Amino Skin radiant foundation.
Shade
It is a mild beige 003 shade by Colorbar.
Pros:
- It is certified by FDA/ EU/ JPA
- It works like a second skin forming a protective layer over the skin
- Provides the face a smooth and satin finish
- Silicone elastomers present
- Improves the texture of the skin
Cons:
- None
9. Lakme 9 to 5 weightless Mousse Foundation
Lakme already has a long list of high end products. The 9 to 5 range by Lakme has been especially launched for the working women that need long lasting products for daily use. The weightless mousse foundation has a lightweight texture for the perfect makeup base.
Shade
It comes in Rose Ivory and Beige vanilla shade by Lakme in a combo.
Pros:
- It has weightless texture
- It gives a natural finish
- Perfect for everyday use
- It conceals the imperfections effortlessly
- Available in varied shades for different skin tones
Cons:
- Not very long lasting
10. Facescanada Ultime Pro Hd Runway ready foundation
The Ultime Pro high definition runway ready foundation by FacesCanda is a must buy product in the high end range. It comes in a beautiful transparent bottle with a pumping dispenser. 40 percent of the product is infused with red orange extract. It contains gold particles that render a natural radiance.
Shade
It comes in Ivory beige shade by FacesCanada
Pros:
- Available in 6 high definition coverage shades
- It provides a natural dewy finish
- Suitable for all Indian skin tones
- Hides signs of ageing
- Keeps makeup intact
Cons:
- Not suitable for oily skin types being an oil based foundation
Above is the list of some of the best high end foundations in India. These foundations are prepared keeping in mind our beauties who do not want to compromise with the quality of their foundation in any way. So if you are someone who needs your foundation to make your face seem flawless and Instagram-worthy, but at the same time also want it to last all day and not look like you’re wearing too much make-up, just pick any one from the above list and you are good to go!
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Few tips for a flawless make up base
Your base is what builds up a look and completes your outfit tying everything together. If you somehow mess up the base, well, god be with you! Without a smooth makeup base it is impossible to get the perfect makeup look. How can you get that? Just follow us, here we have a few tips for a flawless makeup base that will instantly change your game:
Double cleanse your face thoroughly
Before you proceed for any foundation concealer or anything else, thoroughly wash your face. You can use a light oil or cleanser to clean the face and after that do wash your face with a face wash that suits your skin type. Finally, pat dry the face so that you can prevent the makeup from being cakey. It will also help you get rid of dirt, make up residue and impurities and ready the skin for the new one.
Always moisturize your skin
Do not skip moisturizing your skin before using any base makeup. Once you wash your face it becomes dry and the skin may start cracking if you don’t moisturize it well. The makeup might not last longer due to the dry skin.
Apply a Primer
Once you are done with cleansing and moisturizing, do apply a primer with the help of your fingertips. A primer is a must as this product only holds all of the makeup you are going to apply.
