Foundation Haters, Rejoice: 5 New Ways to Get Perfect-Looking Skin Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
Ever since I discovered BB cream (and all of its alphabetical incarnations), I’ve had no desire to switch back to foundation. These days, foundations strike me as too heavy, too drying, and too difficult to apply in the morning five minutes before I need to leave for work. And judging by the explosion of new not-quite-foundation complexion products on the beauty scene, I’m not alone in my preferences. Are you a foundation hater too? Then you just might fall in love with one of these new products that promise prettier skin without all the fuss.
Eve Lom has been making luxe skincare products (like the cult favorite cleanser) for twenty-plus years, so the brand’s recent foray into color cosmetics is big news. The new Radiance Perfected collection includes both powder and liquid foundations, but I’d argue the real star of the show is this tinted moisturizer. The formula is BB-like in that it includes skin-loving ingredients, SPF and a light coverage, complexion-evening tint. Hydrating without being too dewy or oily, the tinted moisturizer pairs perfectly with the new Flawless Radiance Primer (which feels more like a light lotion than a silicone-based film).
If you find most BB creams and tinted moisturizers to be too greasy on your skin type, this liquid-to-powder formula is for you. I skipped my usual T-zone powder the day I tested this, but my combination skin never got shiny. How’s that for saving a step? The coverage you get with this one is pretty solid, too.
If you really don’t like makeup all over your skin, just touch up strategic areas with this new two-in-one product that features the brand’s cult favorite Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer on one end and Hello Light Liquid Brightener on the other. The industrial-strength concealer works as well on the odd blemish as it does on dark circles, while the highlighter helps cancel out under eye fatigue, blurs frown lines and emphasizes chiseled cheekbones. It’s amazing what you can accomplish with a few well-placed strokes.
Target has just picked up this Korean skincare line, which means devotees no longer have to splurge on international shipping. Anyone who knows Korean beauty products knows that their BB cream is legit, and this unique version is no exception. The compact features a squishy sponge soaked in a lightweight, high-SPF tinted liquid that feels cool and soothing on skin. The smooth, antimicrobial puff is genius — it lets you apply an even, light layer without wasting any product. Since this BB isn’t as rich as other formulas on the market, it’s a perfect pick for spring and summer.
L’Oréal Paris Advanced Suncare Silky Sheer BB Face Lotion Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
This awesome drugstore face sunscreen now comes in a tinted version! The fluid formula is super sheer, so the overall effect isn’t too heavy — making it ideal for the beach (it’s water resistant, too). Why can’t all sunscreens be this lightweight, non-greasy and easy to blend?
