Spring’s Newest Foundations for a Lighter Base

As we transition from winter to spring, many are looking to shed the heavier makeup looks of the colder months. This season, beauty brands have responded with a wave of new foundations designed for lighter, more breathable coverage. These new formulations focus on thin, close-fitting textures, skincare benefits, and a wider range of shades to suit diverse skin tones.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup: A Lighter Feel

Estée Lauder’s iconic Double Wear foundation now comes in a new version with a lighter texture. The updated formula maintains the long-lasting durability the brand is known for, while aiming for increased comfort. The new formulation utilizes a polymer mesh matrix technology to adhere closely to the skin and move with its natural contours, ensuring comfortable, long-wear makeup. A double balancing complex helps control oil and retain moisture, maintaining a matte finish throughout the day. Shop Estée Lauder Foundation

Hermès Beauty Er Luminous Matte Skin Care Foundation: Natural Radiance

Hermès Beauty has introduced its first foundation, the Er Luminous Matte Skin Care Foundation, aiming for a luminous matte finish. This foundation focuses on evening out skin texture and subtly enhancing the skin’s natural glow. The formula boasts an 82% skincare base, designed to prevent dryness even with prolonged wear. It is available in 34 shades across five brightness levels and cool, neutral, and warm undertones, making it easier to find a perfect match. Shop Hermès Foundation

Clarins Double Serum Foundation: Hydration and Glow

The Clarins NEW Double Serum Foundation offers a moisturizing, serum-like feel upon application. Inspired by the brand’s popular Double Serum, this foundation aims to enhance the skin’s natural radiance. The hydric moisture formula includes 14 skincare ingredients, such as turmeric, to provide nourishment and improve skin elasticity. Its unique dual-chamber structure mixes the color and moisture formula just before use, ensuring a fresh application every time. Shop Clarins Foundation

NARS Natural Matte Longwear Foundation: Lightweight and Pore-Refining

NARS has launched its first base makeup product in three years, the Natural Matte Longwear Foundation. The formula is designed to adhere thinly to the skin, utilizing a 0.2-layer micro air fit formula to refine pores and create a smooth skin texture. Mineral microspheres control shine by absorbing excess oil, maintaining a fresh base throughout the day. The 2-in-1 formula combines primer and foundation functions, potentially reducing the demand for multiple products. It is available in 27 shades, including a shade inspired by Korean place names. Shop NARS Foundation

Dior Forever Skin Glow & Skin Wear Foundation: Coverage and Skincare

Dior Forever Foundation has been updated with two new options: Dior Forever Skin Glow and Dior Forever Skin Wear. Skin Glow provides a radiant finish, while Skin Wear offers a more matte look, allowing consumers to choose the best option for their skin type and desired result. Both formulas contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and peptides, incorporating a triple-action skincare formula that aims to provide coverage and skincare benefits simultaneously. The bottle design is intended to intuitively communicate the product’s durability and formulation. Shop Dior Foundation