5 skin-like bases for that fresh, barely-there makeup look

These lightweight options blur, brighten, and even out the complexion while keeping skin looking fresh, breathable, and naturally radiant.

With skincare finding its way to almost any makeup product, it’s not rare to find a complexion product that not only gives you the appearance of good-looking skin on the outside but also seamlessly works its magic on the inside. But not all are created the same.

We’re dedicated to finding the best ones out there, so we did the searching to give you a list worth checking out. With featherlight cushions to serum-infused foundations, these complexion products are designed to move with your skin.

We tested and tried bases that make skin look its best: fresh, radiant, and most importantly, feels like second skin. These products contain ingredients your skin will love without compromising the look of a properly laid base. And with the Philippine summer and humidity making heavy foundation feel cakey faster than we’d like, lightweight skin tints, cushions, and breathable bases become even more essential.

Here are five skin-like bases you’re going to want to add to your collection:

Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch

A first-of-its-kind, this base is as effective as it is interesting to look at. Infused with ultra-concentrated micro-bubble pigments, this gel formula is 60% water and contains jasmine extracts to help shield your skin from common environmental aggressors like pollution. You’ll end up with a fresh, hydrated, and natural-looking finish. It’s one of their best-selling products for a reason!

Dior Forever Skin Glow Foundation

Featuring the trio of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and peptide, these are the skincare perks you’ll be getting from this ultra-soft and thin base. The Dior Forever Skin Glow gives you a gentle radiance that will have you looking great in real life and in front of the cameras. As for coverage, you can effortlessly build this up from medium to high without it ever feeling heavy.

Shiseido Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation

This skincare-active foundation is ultra thin but can be built up to medium coverage and has SPF 25. Because it is a serum-like base, it will give you the look of healthy, vibrant skin. It also contains a potent prebiotic, fermented Kefir+, that fuels the skin’s ability to maintain a healthy microbiome. It suits all skin types, from dry to oily. Pro tip: you can also use this to thin out any foundation you find too heavy. Its formula makes it easy to blend with other bases.

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Clarins Double Double Serum Foundation

A revolutionary 2-in-1 base that has 14 active ingredients, it gives you the benefits of skincare while evening out your skin. With its unique light-boosting ingredients and illuminating microcrystals, this will give you a glow that you can see right away. Plus, it’s just such a unique user-experience to see the skincare and pigment components come together in real time!

Prada Reveal Mesh Cushion Foundation

Infused with niacinamide, the Prada Reveal Mesh Cushion gives skin a luminous matte finish. The breathable coverage is perfect if you’re looking for a hydrated silky finish without all fuss and even when you’re always on the go. Additionally, it also protects skin from UVA/UVB and other external aggressors with its Motion Protect Technology™. It’s easy to build and blend, not to mention the cushion case itself has that covet-worthy, signature Prada look– it’s enough to make you buy just so you can pull it out of your bag for touch-ups.