Foundation with SPF

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A foundation with SPF does two jobs in one step: it evens out your skin and adds a layer of sun protection. If you are choosing a foundation with SPF, start with how much coverage you want and what finish suits your skin. Whether you call it an SPF foundation or a sunscreen foundation, the range here runs from sheer skin tints to fluid foundations and compacts, with SPF from 15 up to 50. Browse our wider foundation range if you want to compare formulas without sun protection.

Foundation with SPF 50 for Everyday Wear

If sun protection is your priority, an SPF 50 foundation is the place to look. The Ultra Violette Daydream Screen SPF 50 Tinted Veil 50ml is a tinted formula with light coverage. The Ella Baché Suncover Great SPF50 Foundation 30ml is a more traditional foundation, while the Avène High Protection Tinted Compact SPF50 comes in a compact for topping up through the day. Bondi Sands also makes an SPF 50+ Fragrance Free Tinted Face Fluid in 50ml. Tinted veils and fluids tend to give lighter coverage, so check the shade range before you buy.

Lighter Coverage and Skin Tints with SPF

Not everyone wants a full face of makeup. The M.A.C Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 30ml is a fluid foundation, and the Estée Lauder Futurist SkinTint Foundation Serum SPF 20 30ml is a lighter serum style. If you like a sheer, skin-like finish, take a look at our tinted moisturisers or mineral foundations. If you have mature skin, a lighter fluid or serum texture is worth trying before a heavy, full coverage base. Whatever you choose, test the shade along your jaw in natural light.

How to Wear Foundation with SPF

Read the directions on the pack and apply as instructed. A foundation is usually applied in a thinner layer than sunscreen, so it should not be your only sun protection on a long day outside. Reapply as the label advises, and wear a hat and shade when the UV is high. Apply it to clean, moisturised skin so it blends evenly, and take it off properly at night with your usual cleanser. If your skin is sensitive or you are unsure what suits you, ask a pharmacist or dermatologist.

Frequently Asked Questions About Foundation with SPF