From lightweight moisturizers to the most durable and even multi-functional, BeautyHack tests the best foundations for the cold season.
Skin Caviar Concealer, La Prairie
Foundation with concealer Skin Caviar Concealer SPF 15, La Prairie
Tested by BeautyHack editor Olga Kulygina:
Inside the complex, bright blue bottle, there are two products. In the main part there is a foundation, in the lid there is a creamy concealer with a mirror (convenient to carry). The Skin Caviar collection with caviar extract is aimed at an anti-age effect, so the product is primarily suitable for those who have age-related skin changes.
The foundation is quite dense, spreads easily over the skin and gives an even satin finish. The concealer is more dense, it is more convenient to apply it with the brush that comes with the kit. It covers well under eye circles and also cares for the skin: in both products, in addition to caviar extract, there are peptides that smooth out wrinkles and tone the skin.
Price: 15 100 rubles.
From left to right: Sketсhes on Water, Rouge Bunny Rouge; Natural Velvet Longlasting Matte Foundation, Seventeen; Active Light, Pupa; Everlasting Cushion SPF 50, Clarins
Moisturizing tint base Skets on Water, Rouge Bunny Rouge
Tested by BeautyHack editor Daria Sizova:
The foundation has a very light texture: it contains a large amount of water. Ideal for girls with normal, dry and combination skin. Creates a stunning radiance effect without the need for additional serums or primers. At the same time, the skin does not look oily, and the natural shine remains, even if you use powder. The product does not roll and lasts all day. Absorbs very quickly and spreads easily both with a brush and with a damp sponge.
The foundation adjusts to the skin tone and covers minor redness and unevenness. She will not cope with serious flaws, but this is not part of her task: she works perfectly with the La Touche Magique Concealer by L'Orèal, which we talked about here.
Bonus - the product has an interesting composition, the components of which naturally protect the skin from UV rays. Vitamins A and E work as antioxidants, while malachite extract provides a detoxifying effect. Hyaluronic acid retains moisture in the skin and prevents it from drying out. Shark liver oil smoothes wrinkles, and plum extract gives the skin extra tone.
Price: RUB 3,920
Long-lasting matting foundation Natural Velvet Longlasting Matte Foundation, Seventeen
Tested by BeautyHack SMM manager Elizaveta Plenkina:
Seventeen is a brand that was created in 1962 in Greece (you can buy funds from us at the Golden Apple). I liked the "Greek" foundation: it is velvety, it masks all the flaws (you can do without a concealer), while it does not emphasize peeling, which is a big plus for autumn. The manufacturer claims that the product does not contain oils, is suitable for all skin types, contains vitamins A, E and F, natural polysaccharides and SPF 20.
The consistency of the cream is very delicate, it is applied easily, but it is important to distribute it quickly - the cream is quite dense and “freezes” immediately. It lasts all day - by the evening I didn't even need powder. An unobtrusive floral scent remained on the skin after it.
Price: approx. RUB 1,000
Compact foundation Active Light, Pupa
Tested by BeautyHack editor Olga Kulygina:
It looks like a powder - there is a foundation in a round case, which at first seemed to me greasy. But once you apply it on your face, it turns into a thin, weightless coating that evens out skin tone and gives it a radiance. The effect is as if the skin was "highlighted" from the inside. All thanks to the extract of the Hairy Seed, this herbaceous plant just gives shine, but at the same time controls the oily sheen.
The kit includes a sponge, with which the product is applied and distributed in a couple of seconds. The cream melts on the skin and merges with the tone, it is not felt at all on the face. For a fairly low price, this is a rare find!
Price: 1 025 rub.
Long-lasting foundation in a pillow Everlasting Cushion SPF 50, Clarins
Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy:
Convenient if you are in a hurry or you need to do makeup on the road - the tone will turn out to be even (and even brushes are not needed). Everlasting Cushion is applied in a thin layer, easily layering, masks age spots and moisturizes the skin. I especially liked the fact that the cushion case can be refilled when the product runs out or if a different shade is needed after a vacation. There are four of them in the palette: from ivory to sand.
Price: 3 200 rub.
From left to right: Babor tonal cushion; Sublimage Le Teint, Chanel
Babor tonal cushion
Tested by BeautyHack special correspondent Anastasia Lyagushkina:
In makeup, I am a minimalist, blush + mascara is my daily set. I use tonal means when necessary or according to my mood. I tried the cushion for the first time, it turned out to be quite convenient, there is a special compartment for the puff.
Lightweight in texture, translucent. Severe redness will not hide, but the overall tone will correct and give the skin a healthy glow. Contains polysaccharides, vitamin E and light-scattering pigments. The skin looks very fresh and natural with it.
Price: 3 740 rub.
Foundation Sublimage Le Teint, Chanel
Tested by the senior editor of BeautyHack Karina Andreeva:
I have dry skin. Too liquid and light foundations do not suit me (they quickly disappear from the face and leave peeling), too dense - also not mine (they dry the skin utterly). Balance is always needed - a product that will be saturated in texture, but at the same time will not lay down too densely. I found this balance in Sublimage Le Teint.
You get approximately the same effect when you mix a watery tone with a moisturizer: Sublimage is both a care (active vanilla water, biosaccharide, phytosqualene, glycerin) and a decorative agent. The set comes with a soft brush - it is very convenient for it to distribute the cream. It lays down in an even layer, lasts all day (I don't always take this magnificent glass jar with me - not because it's hard, it is just compact, but because there is no need: if I applied it in the morning, I renew it again only if there are big plans for the evening and I need long-lasting makeup): she can withstand a full working day without difficulty. And it also gives shine and works as well as a highlighter. Delight!
Price: 10 095 rub.
Left to right: Face And Body Foundation, M. A. C; Naked Face Covering BB, Holika Holika
Foundation for face and body Face And Body Foundation, M. A. C
Tested by BeautyHack editor Natalya Kapitsa:
I have oily, rash-prone skin. Periods "you can do without tonal" change once a month "you need something denser" - there are always two products with different textures in a cosmetic bag. M. A. C Face And Body Foundation is versatile. Despite its light, liquid consistency, it perfectly masks redness and smooths out irregularities.
The manufacturer has a wide range of colors. For my dark phototype, shade 3 came up. The base fits well - I apply with my fingertips, without creating a mask effect. Even in bright light, it seems that there is nothing on the skin - lovers of natural makeup will definitely appreciate it.
Price: 2 370 rubles.
Masking BB-cream Naked Face Covering BB, Holika Holika
Tested by BeautyHack editor Olga Kulygina:
This BB cream surprised: it really is "concealing", suitable even for dense evening make-up. At the same time, the skin with it looks absolutely natural, without the effect of a mask and without "sinking" into wrinkles. Suitable for everyone who has irregularities on the face - blood vessels, irritation, inflammation, age spots.
The finish is semi-matte, containing niacinamide, shea butter, argan, avocado, olive, lotus and cotton extracts, adenosine and hyaluronic acid. It is presented in only two shades, but you should not worry: both adapt to the skin tone and do not turn yellow during the day. I liked the light floral scent.
Price: 1 490 rub.
Left to right: Skin Illusion, Clarins; BB Cream Nude, Erborian
Moisturizing foundation Skin Illusion, Clarins
Tested by BeautyHack editor Daria Sizova:
For dry skin you can't think of it better! Liquid enough in texture, smoothes all peeling, lays down with a satin layer, covers imperfections and moisturizes the skin throughout the day. It contains pink algae extract, which renews the skin at the cellular level, and a radiant complex with pink opal powder. Long-lasting, but if you don't like extra shine, you will have to powder the T-zone. Leaves a pleasant fresh scent on the skin.
Price: 3 200 rub.
BB-cream BB Cream Nude SPF 20, Erborian
Tested by BeautyHack columnist Yulia Petkevich-Sochnova:
Almost the entire Russian-speaking blogging community loves it and for a reason - it is easily applied, distributed and shaded, is friendly with peeling and other imperfections, gives a semi-matte finish and a natural effect. It is available in two sizes - 15 and 45 ml, which is very convenient: I take the small one on trips, and the large one is always in a cosmetic bag for every day.
Price: 3 450 rub. (45 ml)
Left to right: Nourishing Beauty Balm Black Label +, Dr. Jart +; Invisible Corrective Makeup, Eisenberg
BB-cream Nourishing Beauty Balm Black Label +, Dr. Jart +
Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy:
In the fall, I use this product instead of a foundation - it leaves a moderately dense coverage and moisturizes the skin. I apply the BB cream with my fingers like a regular face cream. The mousse texture spreads easily over the skin, leaving no streaks or unevenness.
It contains many natural extracts: purslane, pomegranate, snowdrop, black caviar. There is collagen and arbutin.
I think that the product is suitable for all skin types: for all its moisturizing properties, it does not leave a feeling of heaviness. As if the mousse part is quickly absorbed, and only an even tone is preserved on the face. The only thing that the visible flaws of Dr. Jart + will not mask. Consider this if you decide to replace your main foundation with it.
Price: 4 310 rub.
Invisible correcting foundation Invisible Corrective Makeup, Eisenberg
Tested by BeautyHack editor Olga Kulygina:
You probably know the Parisian brand Eisenberg by its fragrances with packaging in the style of Toulouse-Lautrec paintings (sold in L'Etoile). Eisenberg also produces cosmetics based on innovative formulations. In a foundation with an "invisible" effect - the patented Trio-Molecular formula. It includes three types of molecules: enzyme (restores the skin), cytokine (renews), biostimulin (oxygenates).
The cream is of medium density, but does not dry the skin - this is helped by the extracts of pomegranate and sweet almond. Very resistant, lasts 12 hours.
Price: RUB 5,049
