As we age and our skin inevitably changes, so too does our makeup regimen. This is particularly true for foundations. When it comes to the best foundation for mature skin, they need to be lightweight and ideally light-medium coverage. This means that if you have fine lines, they won’t be accentuated under thick, full coverage makeup.
But just because your skin is changing doesn’t mean you can no longer enjoy makeup. Whether you like a full-coverage finish or you prefer to let your freckles shine through, there are hundreds of foundations that are good for mature skin.
Adapting your makeup regime isn’t always easy, we’ve pulled together a list of some of the best foundations for mature skin.
The best foundation for mature skin 2024
01
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
from $105 at Sephora
Best for: Ticking all the boxes.
The Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation is hailed as a favourite amongst women with mature skin for being medium-full coverage yet still having a lightweight formula and giving a luminous glow.
Key features:
- Lightweight formula
- Luminous finish
- Medium buildable coverage
Available at:
- $105 from Armani Beauty
- $105 from Myer
- $105 from Adore Beauty
02
Make Up For Ever HD Skin
from $72 at Sephora
The Make Up For Ever HD Skin is a hidden gem that is loved by the online beauty community and makeup artists alike. The HD Skin foundation has a lightweight formula that still has medium to full coverage if you need it. It’s also sweat and water resistant for those extra busy days. If you’ve been leaning more into the natural makeup look, then the HD Skin has a lighter, sister product called the HD Skin Hydra Glow foundation.
Key features:
- Lightweight texture
- Sweat and water resistant
- Skin-like look and feel
- Buildable medium to full coverage
Available at:
- $72 from Adore Beauty
03
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation Hydration and Longwear
from $105 at Myer
The Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation is both hydrating and can stand the test of your busy day. It’s loved by celebrity makeup artists and people with mature skin for its breathable and silky formula. If you prefer a more luminous and serum-based foundation, then the Chanel Water-Fresh Tint is also highly rated for mature skin.
Key features:
- Satin finish
- 12-hour wear
- Buildable and adjustable coverage
- 40% water, light-reflecting pigments, glycerine and other skin-friendly ingredients
Available at:
- $105 from David Jones
04
Glossier Perfecting Skin Tint
from $53 at Glossier
Glossier is the cult makeup brand that *finally* became available in Australia just last year. The brand is best-known for their exceptional range of ‘no-makeup makeup‘ aesthetic products such as their Perfecting Skin Tint. The tint is the most lightweight coverage of all the foundations on this list, it’ll give your face a healthy wash of colour without hiding your freckles and other unique features.
Key features:
- Vegan
- Breathable
- No fragrance
- Hydrating
06
Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Foundation
$120 at Sephora
Makeup artist-turned-beauty mogul Pat McGrath’s eponymous brand has one of the best foundations for mature skin. The Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Foundation hits the trifecta of being hydrating, lightweight and satin finish.
Key features:
- Lightweight consistency
- Hydrating properties
- Satin finish
Available at:
- $120 from Cult Beauty
- $115 from REVOLVE
07
M.A.C Face and Body
$66 at M.A.C
M.A.C is a classic in everyone’s makeup bag, and for good reason, they have quality products for all types of skin, including mature skin. Beauty-lovers with mature skin online hail M.A.C’s Face and Body foundation as a holy grail product. The lightweight formula gives you good coverage whilst not caking or blotting on the skin.
Key features:
- Waterproof
- Non-comedogenic
- Dermatologist-tested
Available at:
- $66 from Myer
- $66 from Adore Beauty
08
Shiseido Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting Foundation
$70 at Mecca
“Shiseido’s Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting Foundation is another great option for a radiant finish, contains light-adjusting technology that lifts, refines and smooths,” explains Lenita Seker, MECCA Makeup Artist. “This foundation visually counteracts hyperpigmentation by creating an even canvas to optimally reflect light – so crucial when we want bright luminous skin!”
Key features:
- Light-adjusting technology
- Natural finish
- Full coverage
