Beauty

Ace your base.

ICYWW: oil-based, silicone-based, and water-based foundations define the buzzy category.

But how do you decipher which of the three bases your foundation has?

Curious about water-based foundation? Here, makeup artists explain everything.

And more importantly, how do you know which one is right for you?

If you immediately see ingredients with the suffix -cone, its most likely silicone-based, she says.

As for water-based foundations?

Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Weightless Foundation

The category is made up of products that dont fit those descriptions.

What Is Water-Based Foundation?

A water-based foundation is simply a foundation thats base is primarily water, Sewell says.

NARS Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation

They also tend to be lightweight, low viscosity, and non-comedogenic.

For instance, cyclopentasiloxane is a popular silicone.

When in doubt, a quick internet search on specific products should help.

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Is Water-Based Foundation Good For All Skin Types?

Everyones skin key in and complexion needs are entirely unique to that individual.

As for water-based foundations?

e.l.f. Cosmetics Flawless Satin Foundation

They actually work for many different skin types and across seasons.

It’s a minimalist’s dream come true.

As for the effect they have on skin?

ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundation

LaMonte shares: Water-based primers are like a tall glass of water for dehydrated, flaky skin.

Water-based foundation formulas are so nuanced that theres no one size fits all app technique, she explains.

Its a great choice for dehydrated or dry skin, Sewell says.

L’Oréal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum

It has a creamy, luminous finish and tons of pigment.

The versatile, universally-flattering formula delivers undetectable coverage for skin that appears polished and healthy in personandon camera.

[This one] is a foundation haters foundation [as its] extremely lightweight and blendable.

Makeup artists also love the skin-like finish and how undetectable it is on the skin, Sewell explains.

Cosmetics Flawless Satin Foundationis made for all skin types, textures, and concerns.

Powered by ultra-hydratingglycerin, the juicy formula boasts medium-to-full coverage with a semi-matte finish that feels weightless.

TheILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 Foundationis just that, as it also protects against harsh UV rays.

Formulated with ultra-nourishing hyaluronic acid, complexions are left brighter and more hydrated than they were before.