Five new foundations to try

Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow SPF 25 PA+++, $54

Formulated with an exclusive Oxygen Wow Hydrating Complex, this liquid foundation delivers instant brightening results while adding hydration and allowing your skin to breathe.

The Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow SPF 25 PA+++ foundation contains vitamin C and E derivatives which are known to help prevent the development of the signs of ageing and we hear this foundation also helps protect your skin against environmental stresses. It is also supposed to give cellular respiration a boost for a “plumping” up effect which fills in fine lines.

Lightweight in texture, Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow doesn’t leave any greasy residue so you can build light to medium coverage while giving your skin the comfort it needs.

Available in nine shades at all Singapore Benefit counters as well as Sephora Singapore stores.

Clarins White Plus HP Sea Lily Enriched SPF 30 PA+++ Whitening Powder Foundation, $18 for case and $52 for refill

Skincare and makeup benefits come together in Clarins’ new whitening foundation. Besides offering medium coverage, this whitening compact foundation is enriched with sea lily, alchemilla and raspberry extracts to control melanin production and fight the appearance of dark spots while brightening your skin.

Containing a complex composed of white tea extracts which are rich in flavonoids, the Clarins White Plus HP Sea Lily Enriched SPF 30 PA+++ Whitening Powder Foundation protects your skin from pollution while neutralising free radicals.

Formulated with micronized powders, its wet to dry formula delivers long-lasting hold while keeping skin matte. It also contains Clarins’ exclusive Plant Micropatch to keeps skin hydrated and supple throughout the day.

Available in five shades at all Singapore Clarins counters.

LUNASOL Skin Modelling Liquid Foundation SPF 21 PA+++, $85

What’s unique about this liquid foundation is its Double Gel Formula (Gel Oil and Gel Water). With a water composition of 55 per cent, the LUNASOL Skin Modelling Liquid Foundation SPF 21 PA++ keeps skin feeling moist while giving a natural finish.

The light formula glides smoothly onto skin and is enriched with Marine Collagen as well as Hyaluronic Acid to keep skin hydrated for longer.

Formulated with the new Lighting Effect technology, it contains Light Glow Powder which is said to help illuminate skin from within while smoothing out visible pores and uneven skin tone.

Available in six shades at all Singapore Kanebo counters.

Sephora Brightening & Hydrating Foundation, $27

Get that healthy glow with Sephora’s latest foundation. Enriched with hydro-smoothing hyaluronic acid, it provides all-day hydration and restores suppleness to skin.

Containing light-reflecting pigments, the Sephora Brightening & Hydrating Foundation liquid deflects signs of tiredness and conceals imperfections.

An energising pick-me-up cocktail of pomegranate and kiwi extracts are also present in the formula to help refresh your skin. The non-comedogenic formula also offers blendable coverage.

Available in nine shades at all Sephora Singapore outlets.

Za True White Plus Liquid Foundation SPF 25 PA++, $23.50

Conceal imperfections, give skin a brighter finish and treat it with whitening benefits all at once with Za’s new True White Plus Liquid Foundation SPF 25 PA++.

Formulated with Bright White Complex which comprises of the brand’s Spotless Brightening Powder and Poreless Powder, the foundation minimises the look of dark spots, freckles and pores for a visually smoother and radiant finish.

It also contains a vitamin C derivative to prevent dark spots and pigmentation from forming as well as Za’s signature ingredients such as vitamin E, minerals and Hyaluronic Acid.

Available in six shades, exclusively at Watsons.