Finding the best foundation is not an easy task because you have to put a lot of things into consideration like your skin type and the occasion you are buying it for but when you have the correct foundation, this acts as a canvas for the rest of your make-up, concealing imperfections, unifying skin tone and creating a flawless finish.


Here are 12 of the best foundation we feel that meets all skin types, occasion and concerns. Continue reading to see them all.
1. Lancôme Teint Miracle Foundation Light and silky, this foundation adds luminosity to the skin like nothing else. If you're into the no-makeup- makeup look, you'd be hard pressed to find a better product to work with. Continue reading on page 2.
2. Giorgio Armani An industry favourite, this lightweight formula blends easily and dries matt. Ideal for oily skin types and those who don't like their make-up too heavy.
3. Clinique A creamy texture and good coverage makes this a perfect choice for those who want to conceal imperfections or treat an uneven skin tone. Particularly good when worn in conjunction with Clinique's Even Better skincare range. Continue reading on page 3
4. Tom Ford Traceless Foundation Stick If you want to look and feel of a liquid formula with the convenience of a stick application, Tom Ford's Traceless Foundation Stick is the perfect choice. Used as a concealer it completely banishes imperfections, or it can be used all over for a flawless finish. Build from medium to full coverage. Continue reading on page 4
5. Bobbi Brown An oil-free formulation ideal for buildable coverage, this foundation comes in colours ranging from Porcelain to Espresso - there's bound to be one perfect for you.
6. Maybelline Fit Me Foundation Maybelline's Fit Me Foundation gives a really natural finish. Wax and oil-free, the foundation is light and breathable - it's one of our top every day choices.

7. Charlotte Tilbury A real crowd-pleaser of a foundation, Charlotte Tilbury's Magic Foundation offers good coverage but with a lightweight feel, concealing imperfections and keeping skin soft and smooth all day thanks to hyaluronic acid spheres suspended in the formula. Confidence in a bottle. Continue reading on page 6

8. Yves Saint Laurent Youth Liberator Serum Foundation. This serum-cum-foundation boasts seriously impressive skincare benefits, meaning it's the obvious choice for anti-ageing addicts. As well as boosting hydration and radiance, the foundation offers a smooth, even coverage that lasts all day. It's one of our absolute heroes. Continue reading on page 7

9. Chanel Perfection Lumière With 23 shades, you'll find the perfect match for your skin tone. The dreamy, light-weight formula melts into your face, on application, giving a coverage that is complete but appears sheer. This, plus its super-smooth finish, makes it worth the price-tag. Continue reading on page 8

10. NARS With anti-oxidants to protect against free radicals and turmeric extract to improve radiance, this foundation leaves skin glowing and looking healthy, and comes in a great range of colours. Continue reading on page 9

11. Chantecaille With its oil-free and almost gel-like formula, Chantecaille's Future Skin Foundation feels comfortable on the skin and offers medium coverage perfect for everyday wear. Continue reading on page 10

10. NARS With anti-oxidants to protect against free radicals and turmeric extract to improve radiance, this foundation leaves skin glowing and looking healthy, and comes in a great range of colours. Continue reading on page 9

12. MAC Face & Body Foundation Relied on by make-up artists the world round, this water-based, water-resistant foundation provides natural coverage for face and/or body (as suggested by it's does-what-it-says-on-the-tin name). It's the perfect choice for festivals and events where you need a long-lasting finish. Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10