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Perfect match

HOT TIP

One size does not fit all; having a few foundations on rotation is a good way to stay covered all year round, and for any occasion.

Yes, foundation and skincare are beginning to blur, with more of us seeking a base that will give us skin that glows without any obvious signs of make-up. “The trend for skin really is all about the glow,” says Sofia Schwarzkopf-Tilbury, celebrity make-up artist and niece of British make-up mogul Charlotte Tilbury. “My go-to texture for foundation is a sheer, dewy-coverage formula, to help you create fresh, natural-looking skin.” But what if we need more coverage? What if our skin is oily or Sahara dry? Finding our perfect match can sometimes feel like searching for a unicorn. We asked leading make-up experts to share their best tips for getting the formulation that works for you – as well as the finish you crave.

The first step:

WORK OUT WHAT YOU LI KE

From matt to glow, there are a lot of different finishes out there when it comes to foundation. Here’s how to meet your match:

KNOW YOUR

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