All the products needed for an immaculate complexion.
We've been through the stand-out skincare and S.O.S face-savers, so 'what's up next' we hear you ask!
Well, dreamy, flawless skin quite frankly. The Holy Trinity of foundation, concealer and finishers that make you seem as though you're perennially standing in front of a ring-light.
So, first things first...
Bases
These hero foundations and buttery bases create a beautifully buffed blank canvas on which to build your makeup masterpiece. From skin-mimicking sheer to complete coverage, we’ve rounded up a selection that will truly ace your base.
Winners
Clockwise from front
Mineral Blend Foundation, €18.95, Vichy - SHOP
Complexion Rescue Hydrating Foundation, €33, Bare Minerals - SHOP
Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream, €39, It Cosmetics - SHOP
HD Liquid Coverage Foundation, €8, Catrice - SHOP
Hollywood Flawless Filter, €40, Charlotte Tilbury - SHOP
Les Beiges Eau De Teint, €60, Chanel - SHOP
Dream Urban Cover, €14.99, Maybelline - SHOP
Concealers
Where cult meets classic meets new-gen, these cover-ups should be shouted about. Whether you’re after colour correction, dark circle concealment or under-eye brightening, there’s a gem for you to try. Concealers have come so far – and in 2019, they've got a lot of work to do for the ‘always on’ generation.
Winners
Clockwise from front:
Liquid Concealer, €7, 3ina X Primark - In Penneys stores only
DermaBlend Colour Corrector in Yellow, €15, Vichy - SHOP
Instant Under Eye Concealer, €18, AYU - SHOP
Power Fabric Concealer, €37, Giorgio Armani - SHOP
Bye Bye Under Eye, €29, It Cosmetics - SHOP
Touche Éclat High Cover Radiant Concealer, €35, YSL - SHOP
Skin-Finishers
Matte, shimmer, glow, shine or all-out sparkle – it’s your choice, but choose wisely. A perfectly placed wash of bronze on tired skin can transform a face, while a slick of highlight makes or breaks a Boomerang...Find that good light, in real life as well as in your makeup bag.
Winners
Clockwise from front:
Niteshine in Platinum Rose, €19, Glossier Play - SHOP
Perfecting Pen in Light Rose, €8.95, NOTE Cosmetics - SHOP
Radiant Skin Cream, €20, AYU - SHOP
Orgasm Liquid Highlighter, €32, Nars - SHOP
Soleil Summer Contouring Compact in Bask, €90, Tom Ford - SHOP
Soleil Tan De Chanel, €41, Chanel - SHOP
Beauty Base, €24.95, Sculpted by Aimee Connolly - SHOP
Glow 2 Go Duo Stick in Golden Peach, €29, Clarins - SHOP
A hearty congrats to all of the winners in this category!
Next time, we'll be shining the spotlight on your next beauty BFFs across Brows, Mascara and Colour.
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