When it comes to finding the best foundation for dry skin, hydration is a great place to start.
Lucky for us, formulas featuring the likes of hyaluronic acid and squalane are more readily available than ever. And by bringing together the best of skin care and makeup, foundations for dry skin now come in an array of finishes and textures too.
It’s no longer dewy and sheer only, hydrating foundations can offer everything from full coverage to a satin finish. Need it to be long-lasting too? We’ll help you to find one that won’t settle into lines or accentuate dry patches.
Here are the best foundations for dry skin, according to reviews…
Bobbi Brown Skin Nourishing Glow Foundation
We say: Comfort, calm and conceal your parched complexion all in one with this lightweight, skin-like, luminous formula.
You say: “I’m seriously so in love with this foundation. I get a full coverage finish, with a glow, that lasts all day long. It makes my skin look flawless and almost baby smooth” – makeupwithcortney
$105 at bobbibrown.com.au
Read more Bobbi Brown Skin Nourishing Glow Foundation reviews
Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation SPF20
We say: Serving up a slew of skin care ingredients alongside its comfortable coverage, this serum-foundation hybrid will not only hydrate skin but also fight pigmentation while it’s at it.
You say: “The foundation its somewhere in between medium to full coverage which is great for me as I can use it to suits when I need lightweight makeup during the daytime and layer it up for full coverage at night. The additional hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin C really helps my skin to feel hydrated throughout my wear and I can see it helps my skin from having crease which shows my fine lines and wrinkles like some foundation does.” –Cwingy83
$65 at clinique.com.au
Read more Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation SPF20 reviews
Revlon PhotoReady CandidGlow™ Anti-Pollution Foundation
We say: If you like your skin to look like your skin (only better), look no further. This one is lightweight, sheer, and comes with a healthy side helping of glow.
You say: “It fit for normal and dry skin and really give skin glowing look. There is not much coverage, not suitable if beauties look for full coverage. I cannot tell whether it will anti blue light or anti pollution. But I truely believed Revlon is great branch in drug store. This is really similar to YSL glow foundation which discontinued a while ago. It would be the great replacement.” –Kara490
$12.47 (down from $24.95) at Chemist Warehouse
Read more Revlon PhotoReady CandidGlow™ Anti-Pollution Foundation reviews
Maybelline New York Dream Urban Cover Foundation
We say: Featuring a buildable formula with SPF 40, this pick is ideal for those who don’t want to compromise on coverage for comfort. It feels (and looks) great all day long without accentuating any creases.
You say: “This foundation looks great all day long, it doesn’t settle into fine lines and looks (as well as feels) natural on your skin and doesn’t cake up when you try to apply a second layer for more coverage. Definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a budget friendly foundation that won’t disappoint.” -ElleKay
$13 at (down from $25.95) Chemist Warehouse
Read more Maybelline New York Dream Urban Cover Foundation reviews
Max Factor Miracle Second Skin
We say: Made to blur imperfections while delivering nutrients, this antioxidant-packed foundation will comfort dry skin while protecting its barrier from everyday aggressors.
You say: “This is a very nice foundation! It blends out very nicely and dries down, while still giving a slight glow to the skin. It doesn’t cling to dry patches or accentuate my fine lines and texture either.” -JMenz
$31.95 at Priceline
Read more Max Factor Miracle Second Skin reviews
Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation
We say: Red, irritated and puffy skin: you are not safe. Boost radiance with the vitamin B, C and E rich formula and glow for up to 16 hours at a time.
You say: “This is a must try drugstore foundation because it ticked all the boxes for me. This foundation spreads out evenly on skin and keeps my dry skin hydrated throughout the day.” – HelenT
$23.37 at Amazon AU
Read more Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation reviews
Natio Flawless Foundation SPF15
We say: Full coverage, lightweight texture and lasting hydration? Everything we could ever ask for.
You say: “It is very smooth and long lasting, the products application is not flaking or caked on the the skin.” – Melanie Rose Smith
$19.95 at Priceline
Read more Natio Flawless Foundation SPF15 reviews
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Have you tried any of these foundations? Do you have any other hydrating favourites?
i have never have tried any of these foundations, and i definatley ill be, i tend to get drier skin, around my time of the month and my oil free products just dont cut it
I haven’t tried any of these, but they look good.
I have the Maybelline one.
I luckily don't have dry skin on my face but I wouldn't mind trying the Clarins and the Bourjois. Oh what the heck, I'd love to try them all. But I'm expecting the YSL is waaaay out of my price bracket.
Good options
Have never tried these Foundations at the moment I am using a L'oreal Foundation it is doing a good job. Trying to tone down my makeup so it isn't as harsh on my Face.
Clinique Even Better Refresh is on my list!
Will give the BareMinerals gel cream a try.
Some lovely options here. I’m pretty sure I’ve tried (and reviewed) the Bourjois Healthy Mix, but it was a while ago. I tend to use tinted moisturiser rather than foundation.
I love Estee Lauder water fresh make up for my dry skin. Got it at the glossicars marketplace in 2018 and it has been my ride or die foundation ever since.
Ive tried the natio one. To be honest i cant remember what it was like.
Maybe it is because of winter.
I wear so litte makeup these days, I just wear BB cream.
This is best article now that we are approaching winter
My oily skin has been getting less oily lately, but it's tending more to normal than dry.
These sound really beautiful to wear.
I’ve not tried any of these but I use the Ultraceuticals tinted moisturiser for years for something lighter it is beautiful.
@Saffy86, that’s really interesting – I prefer tinted moisturisers/BB/CC creams for the same reason. I’ll look for the Ultraceuticals when I need a new one. Thank you.
I haven't tried any of these. I like foundation but don't wear it often because I never have enough time when heading out.
I love the sound of the Clarins foundation and the YSL looks so luxe. Also I’ve been meaning to try the Armani foundation everyone raves about. Those three are on my list!
I love the Maybelline and my daughter loves Bourjois – both are very affordable.
I have dry skin and find it hard to find a great foundation. I had been using Maybelline 24hr super stay and it's great but recently I've been using ChiChi CC cream instead of foundation.
I don't have dry skin but I like a dewy look when I use foundation
I love Clinique foundations. I'm currently using Super Balanced.
Can’t go wrong with clarins
I haven't tried any of the mentioned foundations. I like a light coverage so I prefer a BB cream.
I add moisturizer to my BB cream and it makes it easier to apply
Foundations have come such a long way since I was a teen. They're so good for the skin now.
Yes but so many to choose from so I will be looking at reviews more carefully
Some great recommendations to try out…
I like Bobby brown brand.
Nothing has changed
Some lovely textures here
A BH Beauty gave me a tip a few months ago. Mix one drop of rosehip oil into your foundation. It's a game changer. My foundation now glides on leaving my skin looking dewy rather than dry & flat.
I always add moisturizer to my BB cream and it also goes on much lighter and blends really well but I like the oil tip and will try that too
I am love the Designer Brands foundation with Hyaluronic acid. It just melts into the skin.
I'm looking for one with no nasties
The YSL looks interesting.
Thanks for the info
The only way to find the right foundation is by trial and error.
Thanks for sharing worthful content.
I will defiantly be trying a few of these when I can get in store to get the correct colouring!
iiwould love to try the Ysl and Bobbi brown
I haven't tried any of these foundations yet. Time to check out some reviews!
Yes that is a good idea as all of these sound really good.
I was gifted the YSL one and whilst it’s a little on the pricey side it’s lovely on the skin and provide a nice finish.
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Love the Clinique and Bourjois foundations!
I like the sound of the Natio foundation.
Really good range suggested from high end to low price, full coverage to sheer. Excellent article, thanks, Samantha.
I have never tried any of these foundations but the Bobbi Brown Skin Nourishing Glow Foundation and Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation SPF20 look fab.
No none. But would try Bobbi brown one. Atm using a great one so not shopping for a while.
Dry skin is not an issue I have, the exact opposite in fact.
I’ve not had issues in the past finding a foundation for dry skin but getting the right shade hasn’t been easy.
I used the Natio foundation, low coverage but it feels great on the skin.