It’s integral that the product is applied evenly, matches your skin tone, and blends into your face instead of sitting on top.

Unfortunately, it can be harder to successfully follow those three rules as skin matures because the foundation sometimes seeps into fine lines.

Luckily, makeup is advanced these days, and brands work closely with their team to create formulas that support the needs of mature skin.

Of course, to do so, you need to invest in a great foundation, so we’ve found some of the best on the market below.

2024’s top three foundations for mature skin in Australia

1. Skin Silk Serum Foundation, $24, Revolution Beauty
2. Charlotte’s Beautiful Skin Foundation, $70, Charlotte Tilbury
3. Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stic, $49, Hourglass

The best foundations for mature skin in 2024

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Skin Silk Serum Foundation

$24 at Revolution Beauty

This lightweight, breathable foundation is enriched with hyaluronic and peptide complex to plump and hydrate your complexion, all the while gliding onto your skin like butter.

Shades: 12

Key features:

• Suitable for all skin types
• Soft-focus, radiant satin finish
• Lightweight, breathable formula for coverage

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Charlotte’s Beautiful Skin Foundation

$70 at Charlotte Tilbury

It’s one of the most talked-about foundations in the world, and not for any old reason. Its solution features hyaluronic acid, which plumps and Bix’Activ for smooth skin – a magic combo worth the price tag.

Shades: 30

Key features:

• Rose Complex targets all signs of stress in the skin
• Hurosmooth targets uneven texture, dryness and dullness,
• Vegan-friendly formula

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Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick

$49 at Hourglass

Hourglass’ stick foundation isn’t messing around. The product adjusts to your body temperature for a flawless and custom finish, and it won’t budge for 12 hours.

Shades: 32

Key features:

• Long-wearing, waterproof formula
• Adjusts to your body temperature
• .A foundation and concealer in one

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Best Skin Ever Perfect Natural Finish Longwear Foundation

$36 at Sephora

This foundation is filled with hydrating properties like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and squalane which will encourage water to the skin for a healthy barrier and a dewy finish.

Shades: 44

Key features:

• Natural, radiant finish
• Medium, sheer coverage
• Suitable for all skin types

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Clarins Everlasting Youth Fluid Foundation

$72 at Adore Beauty

Clarins’ foundation offers similar finishes to most mature skin foundations. However, it’s special because it includes natural botanical extracts that help defend your skin from the environment.

Shades: 23

Key features:

• Ideal for more mature, tired-looking skin
• Smoothing, hydrating formulation helps improve the appearance of fine lines
• Light to medium coverage with optical filters to improve age spots and imperfections

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How to apply foundation on mature skin

Here are some tips to make sure you’re getting the most out of your foundation by prepping your base:

• The first call to action is, of course, skincare prep, which is achievable through applying a hydrating moisturiser that isn’t too thick, and if you feel brave, face oil will give you an extra glow.
• Next, your favourite primer is your best friend because it will help blur fine lines and encourage a smooth, even surface.
• Finally, you can begin applying your foundation, but it’s best to start with thin coverage and build up as you get a feel for how it’s sitting on your face.

Your product of choice should be hydrating and brightening for a high-quality finish, and you can achieve this with the foundations we have found above.

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Whether it be Yves Saint Laurent’s Touch Éclat concealer or NARS’ blush in the colour way ‘Orgasm’ these coveted items have garnered a reputable name for themselves, and for good reason.

Their high standing, more often than not, comes with an equally high price tag.

While we’re all for the occasional (or weekly) splurge, filling our entire beauty bags with these luxury items can lead to a hefty bill that’s hard to justify.

Thankfully, in an industry overflowing with products, there are a number of very impressive dupes that not only match cult favourites but shine in their own right.

We’re rounding up some of the best, below.

The best cult beauty dupes in Australia

01

XtendLash Mascara

$28 at MCoBeauty

Not only has MCoBeauty’s XTendLash Mascara been dubbed the perfect dupe for Kevyn Aucoin’s Tubular Mascara, but it’s also a fave of celebs like Jules Sebastian and Celeste Barber.

Colours: black, black brown and clear

Also available at:

• $28 at Big W
• $25 (usually $28) at Oz Hair & Beauty
• $23.99 at Chemist Warehouse

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Revolution Pro Cream Face Wand

$22.40 (usually $32) at Revolution Beauty

Said to be “as good as the Charlotte Tilbury, but a quarter the price” by rave reviewers, this trio of wands work to contour, blush and glow – everything you need to elevate your look.

Shade: dark

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NYX Lip Lingerie

$9.60 (usually $19.99) at Oz Hair & Beauty

No one knows how to nail the perfect pout quite like Kylie Jenner, but the creators at NYX certainly give the makeup mogul a run for her money with their offerings.

Shades: 14

Also available at:

• $17 (usually $21) at ASOS

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NYX Professional Makeup Make Up Setting Spray

$17.99 at Adore Beauty

NYX’s setting spray went viral for its stay-power thanks to a review by a woman who claims the spray lasted through a car accident and hospital stay. If that doesn’t rival the likes of Urban Decay Setting Spray, we don’t know what will.

Also available at:

• $16.99 at Priceline

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Revolution Bright Light Face Glow

$14 at Revolution Beauty

This illuminating skin tint from Revolution Beauty is nearly identical to Charlotte Tilbury’s glowy Flawless Filter foundation but for a fraction of the price.

Shades: illuminate medium, luminous deep, lustre medium light and radiance tan

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Maybelline Hyper Precise Liner

$19.99 at Priceline

If there’s one guarantee you want from a liquid eyeliner it’s that it will last all day long, and this replica of Stila Stay All Day liquid liner promises to deliver..

Shades: black, forest, jungle green and parrot blue

Also available at:

• $11.99 (usually $19.99) at Adore Beauty

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Designer Brands Make ‘Em Blush Pressed Mineral Blush

$14.99 at Adore Beauty

This perfectly pinky peach shade has been so popular that NARS has developed a whole range in the colourway, which is a delight for fans, but not nearly as delightful as discovering Designer Brands’ blush is nearly identical in colour.

Shades: pink glow, rose glow and candy glow

Also available at:

• $11.69 (usually $12.99) at Oz Hair & Beauty

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Akin Deep Clean Scalp Scrub

$16.99 at Chemist Warehouse

A much more affordable alternative to Christophe Robin’s best-selling scrub, A’Kin Skincare’s Scalp Scrub is great for a refresh, especially after two to three days of dry shampoo.

Key features:

• Australian-made and owned
• 100 per cent vegan
• Sulphate and silicone-free

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Wipes, cleansing oils, cotton pads and micellar water; no matter what I use, I end up reaching for a second, third, and even fourth attempt to get my face crystal clear of any makeup residue.

So when I heard cleansing balms were making the rounds as the best makeup remover on TikTok, I figured it was worth the shot. After all, what did I have to lose?

One of the viral cleansing balms that comes highly recommended is Alpha-H’s Melting Moment Cleansing Balm, with rave reviews on the brand’s website and thousands of TikTok videos about it.

But what makes Alpha-H’s Melting Moment Cleansing Balm different from any other makeup cleanser on the market? And is it really worth the purchase? 

How do you use the Alpha-H Cleansing Balm?

Before determining whether or not the cleansing balm is worthy or not, it’s important to understand how to use it.

If you’ve dabbled with a cleansing balm before, then it’s pretty simple: you scoop a small amount onto dry skin and gently massage in circular motions for about a minute or so.

Then you rinse off using warm water or a warm damp cotton cloth, making sure you feel your face is thoroughly cleansed afterwards. If not, feel free to repeat.

For me, I found once was more than enough and was rather impressed by how easily it took off all my makeup – and without any residue to be found on my towel afterwards!

From there I go about my skincare routine as normal; double cleansing with my regular cleanser before going in with my serums and moisturiser on my sparkling, clean skin.

Is a cleansing balm worth it?

I found a cleansing balm to be much more efficient than any other method I’ve tried. It’s easier, simpler and much better for the environment

Not only does it cut out the need for single-use plastics, but all Alpha-H’s tubes, bottles and cardboard packaging are 100 per cent recyclable. They even contain 30 – 35 per cent Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) material.

And that’s before we consider all the benefits for the skin. The Melting Moment Cleansing Balm removed all makeup off my skin without feeling stripped or tight afterwards.

According to the brand, the balm-to-cleanser also does this without disrupting the skin’s delicate pH and is said to help with dryness and dehydration​, oiliness and shine, makeup removal and SPF removal.

What more could you want? And while I’ve only just started using the cleansing balm, the results have been fairly instantaneous.

The final verdict

From just a week of using Alpha-H’s Melting Moment Cleansing Balm, I can already tell this is something I’ll be sticking with. Makeup wipes and cleansing oils are over – for me at least.

What I love most about it is the texture: it’s buttery soft and glides over my skin without feeling too harsh or leaving a mess afterwards.

It’s also naturally scented from Tangerine, Yuzu and Vanilla – meaning the fragrance isn’t too harsh or overpowering. Just enough for a sweet touch.

And, travelling with my new cleansing balm is easier with the option of buying an 18g size instead of the regular 90g. Prices start from $19.95 depending on the size.

Where to buy the Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm in Australia

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Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm

from $19.95 at Alpha-H

Best for: a hydrating cleanse

Suitable for all skin types, this cleansing balm is designed to thoroughly remove stubborn makeup, SPF, dirt and pollution, all the while nourishing and softening the skin.

Sizes: 18g and 90g

Ingredients: Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric, Triglyceride, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Fusanus Spicatus Kernel Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Bisabolol, Capparis Mitchellii Leaf Extract, Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil, Cananga Odorata (Ylang-Ylang) Flower Oil, Citrus Junos Oil, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Limonene, Ci 77491 (Iron Oxides), Ci 75300 (Natural Curcumin).

Key features:

• Made for all skin types
• Removes makeup, SPF, dirt and pollution
• Helps with dryness and dehydration​, oiliness and shine

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More often than not, those two tend to come hand in hand. Investing in the right tools can not only save you so much time in the application process, but they also promise a great deal of savings when choosing products that can do two – or even three – things in one.

This is exactly why we’ve gone and found some of the best beauty “hacks” across makeup, skincare and even nails, to make your routine feel as effortless as your final look.

The best beauty hacks for 2024

01

Interchangeable Blow Dry Brush

$159 at Mermade Hair

Described as a “3-in-1 lifesaver”, this is no ordinary hair tool. A dupe for the famous Dyson Airwrap, the Mermade Interchangeable Blow Dry Brush is here to help you achieve an epic bounce and volume, but for a sliver of the price tag.

Key features:

• Flexible bristles
• Three heat settings
• 360° airflow

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LipLights Shine Gloss

$20 at MCoBeauty

Ever tried to apply lip gloss in the back of a dimly lit Uber? This lipgloss removes the struggle by featuring an in-built LED light in the applicator, and a mirror attached to the tube so you can apply it with absolute ease. We’ll take five, please.

Key features:

• LED light set into the lid
• Built-in mirror for touch-ups anywhere
• High-shine gloss

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Dip Perfect Kit

from $114 (usually $139) at GLAMRDiP

While we love nothing more than the feeling of a fresh set of nails, constantly getting them done is a chore, to say the least. Which is why you’d be wise to invest in an at-home kit that gives you salon-grade manicures and helps you save in the process.

Key features:

• Over 40+ manicures per kit
• Lasts up to 5 weeks, chip-free
• Just $3 per mani

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Lash & Brow Growth Serum

$74.99 at Bondi Lash Lab

Another part of our beauty routine we love but could make easier is getting our lashes done. Whether that’s a lash lift, adding falsies or whatever else we can think of, a lash serum can help with that. Especially this 2-in-1 formula that serves as a lash + brow growth serum.

Key features:

• Boosts natural lash length and thickness
• Visible results within 4 weeks, optimal results after 12 weeks
• Effortless application

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Klorane Oat Milk Dry Shampoo

$16.99 at Adore Beauty

The secret to fewer trips to the hairdresser and having to constantly restyle your hair lies within a quality dry shampoo. The Klorane Dry Shampoo comes highly rated by reviewers, praised for leaving hair fresh and “does not leave build-up or white powder look”.

Key features:

• Dry shampoo for all hair types
• Extends life of blowouts
• Reduces frequency of washing

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The humidity and an ever-present sheen of sweat tends to cause our mascara to smudge and foundation to slide right off our skin.

The good news is, there are ways to keep your makeup in place, even on the hottest of days. We’ve rounded up the best sweat-proof makeup products to pop into your beauty bag.

Know your skin type

To ensure you’re choosing the right products, you’ll need to understand a bit about your skin type.

If you tend towards dry skin, you may not need to worry about summer oiliness as much.

You may also not benefit from more matte base products, like primer or sunscreen.

However, if you possess oily or combination skin, matte products will become a must.

Remember: as with any makeup advice, what works for some may not work for all.

Understanding your skin type can go a long way to help you weed out any recommendations that won’t work for you.

Base

If you have oily skin, stick to matte products.

Start with a matte primer to help keep shine at bay from the most fundamental level.

Follow this up with a silicone-based foundation. Water-based foundations may be more likely to shift, whereas silicone foundations are more water-resistant – and by water, we mean sweat!

Eyes

One reason your mascara is sliding down your face could be because your eyelids are too oily.

The skin in this area tends to be on the oilier side already, so in summer you need to make sure you’ve sorted out that problem before anything else.

Using an eye primer can help stop the oil from your skin running into lashes, which then minimises the chance of your mascara and eyeliner smudging.

When it comes to mascara, try a tubing product. Sure, you can opt for a waterproof mascara, but tubing mascara comes off easier when the day is done.

Final touch

After spending time applying your makeup, the last thing you want is for all that hard work to sweat off.

That’s where a setting spray will come in handy.

A few spritzes of a hydrating spray will minimise smudging and help your makeup last longer – an essential for balmy nights.

For oilier skin types, it’s best to use a water-resistant spray to prevent the humidity from causing further havoc on your skin.

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Is it just us or does Cindy Crawford look absolutely fabulous, even without make-up on?

The 48-year-old supermodel has shared a bare-faced selfie snap of herself in bed via Twitter, and it’s as glam as ever!

But it turns out, there’s a very good reason behind the stunning photo where she appears all cuddled up under her blankets.

The mother-of-two is just one of many famous faces taking make-up free selfies lately as part of the UNICEF #wakeupcall campaign that supports Syrian children in need.

Other big name celebs supporting the cause include models, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Naomi Campbell, as well as Miley Cyrus and JLO.

Check out some of the fresh-faced photo’s our favourite stars have been sharing with the world here.

Cindy Crawford look absolutely fabulous, even without make-up on!

Beyonce.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.

Nigella Lawson.

Rihanna.

Lorde.

Naomi Campbell.

Jessica Simpson.

Drew Barrymore.

Cameron Diaz.

Kim Kardashian.

Bindi Irwin.

JLO.

Kendall Jenner.

Lady Gaga.

Paris Hilton.

Jessica Alba.

Gwyneth Paltrow.

Paloma Faith.

Natalie Barr

Zooey Deschanel.

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