Finding the right foundation can be tricky; and we are not just talking about the right shade. Particularly since we live in a hot and humid place like Singapore. If you’re over the constantly-touching-up life, here are our top picks of long-lasting foundations that will stay in place and remain flawless from day to night.
By Joyce Cheo
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14 Long-Wearing Foundations Perfect For Singapore's Climate
Ultimate Coverage Complexion Creme, $68, BECCA
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Thanks to its high pigment and water content, this foundation glides over skin to mask redness, blemishes and spots for a smooth and clear complexion.
Cashmere Foundation, $85,Burberry Beauty
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With buildable coverage, this creamy foundation glides over skin and envelops in utter comfort, just like a wrapping yourself in a cashmere scarf.
Everlasting Foundation+ SPF 15, $60, Clarins
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Thanks to Clarins' new long-wear technology, this botanicals-infused foundation lasts up to 18 hours and doesn't cake or fade.
Diorskin Forever, Dior
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This luminous matte foundation features a special polymer which helps pigments adhere closely to skin surface for a weightless effect that lasts up to 16 hours. It also contains pore-refining essences for a flawless effect.
Radiant Cream Foundation, $180. Clé De Peau Beauté
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A perfect blend of pigments and nourishing skincare ingredients, this imparts a natural radiance on skin and keeps it supple and smooth all day long.
Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Radiant Makeup, $56, Estee Lauder
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Combining hydrating, brightening and long-lasting properties, this easy-to-use cushion stick also makes touching up a breeze.
Parure Gold Radiance Foundation SPF 30 PA+++, $132, Guerlain
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Enriched with collagen-boosting ingredients, this instantly smoothes and plumps skin surface for a youthful glow that stays fresh and dewy all day long.
Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick, $76, Hourglass
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As its name suggests, this pigmented stick is a foundation and concealer which adjusts to your skin temperature so it blends seamlessly throughout the day. It is also waterproof and promises 12 hours of infallible wear.
The Soft Fluid Long Wear Foundation SPF 20, $190, La Mer
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Thanks to its new Colour Capsule technology, this lightweight foundation stays true-to-hue throughout the day without fading or oxidising. Plus, it's fortified with skin-loving actives for a smooth and plump finish.
Le Teint Ultra Tenue, Chanel
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Formulated with absorbent powders, this mops up excess shine to ensure a velvety matte complexion from day till night.
Lock-It Foundation, $56, Kat Von D
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Formulated with natural polymers and elastomers, this waterproof foundation ensures a flawless, soft-focused finish that lasts as long as 24 hours. Plus, it also helps keep shine at bay while added emollients keep skin smooth and hydrated.
Pressed Mineral Foundation, $56, Cover FX
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A perfect blend of oil-absorbing microspheres and hydrating ingredients, this keeps complexion well-balanced so it doesn't cake throughout the day.
Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Full Coverage Foundation SPF 15, $64, Tarte
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Perfect for all skin types, this auto-adapting formula adjusts it self so makeup wears better and lasts longer. It is also super blendable, covers imperfections and feels like nothing on skin.
All Nighter Liquid Foundation, $62, Urban Decay
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This highly pigmented foundation covers all skin blemishes and gives a waterproof, soft matte finish.