The Absolute Best Foundation for Mature Skin

As we mature, our skin requires extra care and attention to maintain its radiance and vitality. Choosing the right foundation becomes paramount in our beauty routine to address the unique needs of aging skin, such as increased hydration and line-smoothing properties. Among the myriad options available, 10 stand out as the best of the best.

What sets these foundations apart are their anti-aging ingredients, selected to combat common concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of elasticity. Infused with skin care faves such as antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, and peptides, they not only provide flawless coverage but also work tirelessly to rejuvenate and replenish the skin from within.

Texture is another area where these foundations excel. Their velvety-smooth consistency effortlessly glides over the skin, blurring imperfections and creating a flawless canvas without settling into fine lines or accentuating dry patches. Whether you prefer a dewy glow or a matte finish, these options offer a diverse range of shades and formulas to suit every preference and skin tone.

1. L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect Serum Foundation

This budget-friendly, medium-coverage option is formulated with niacinamide and glycerin to hydrate and soothe the skin, plus SPF 50 for additional sun coverage. (But you should still wear sunscreen.)

2. Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation

This oil-free liquid foundation delivers buildable medium coverage and a luminous, glowy-skin finish for a natural makeup look that isn't too dewy or matte. It also excels at blurring imperfections.

3. Nars Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation

Biomimetic oat helps to reduce the appearance of redness, Japanese lilyturf supports a strong skin barrier, and cacao peptides and milk thistle minimize the negative effects of environmental stressors. The skin care powerhouse also provides a breathable, medium coverage that seems to work on everyone who tries it.

4. Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation

The lightweight, liquid formula of this luxe foundation makes it easy to apply and layer where you need more coverage. The addition of squalane and hyaluronic acid provides hydration, but the formula also resists heat and humidity so it won't melt off in summer months.

5. IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better Foundation

If you're looking for a no-makeup makeup look that still blurs imperfections, reach for this medium-coverage favorite. It's infused with hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and vitamins E and B5 to increase your skin's hydration while you're wearing it.

6. Chanel Ultra Le Teint Flawless Finish Foundation

On the flip side, Chanel's popular foundation provides full coverage without a cakey finish. The soft-matte formula is much more comfortable than other full-coverage options we've tried, and doesn't get stuck in fine lines.

7. Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Foundation

For sheer to medium coverage that's easily buildable, makeup artist Pat McGrath created the perfect foundation. The natural-finish formula is especially nice for those with dull skin because of its "diamond core powder" that enhances skin's radiance and luminosity. Your face will glow without any pearl or glitter.

8. Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Foundation

Those with more of an oily or combo skin type will love the soft matte finish of Fenty's foundation. It does an incredible job of reducing shine while gliding seamlessly over fine lines.

9. Anastasia Beverly Hills Beauty Balm Serum Boosted Skin Tint

Stick foundations can be tough on mature skin because they're more drying than other types. ABH's Beauty Balm is the opposite of that. It's still easy to apply in stick form, but it glides seamlessly across your skin for a pretty, light coverage that blends right in. The addition of HA+ microspheres help smooth fine lines and wrinkles, while a peptide complex and fatty acids hydrate and protect skin.

10. Catrice True Skin Hydrating Foundation

For just $10, this drugstore foundation rivals its luxe counterparts. It's formulated with hyaluronic acid and watermelon seed oil for hydration, and dries down to a natural-matte finish.