For a piece of artwork to turn out flawless, the canvas has to be prepped and primed to make it even. It is only when the colors of a painting turn out to be completely enchanting. The same rule applies to makeup which is nothing less than an art. Every makeup enthusiast knows that for a flawless finish on the face, a good foundation is extremely important. The job of a foundation is to do exactly what its name suggests i.e. provide a consistent base for the rest of the makeup to be put on and to give the face an even tone.

Choosing the right foundation can be a daunting task given that every person’s skin tone, texture, age and type of skin is extremely unique. In the market today, you can find foundations for almost all skin types. But the people with aging skin sometimes face a lot of difficulties in picking up the perfect product for themselves. There are several other issues with aging skin like fine lines, age spots, dryness etc. which can make choosing the best foundation an uphill task.

Even though we may know all the qualities of a good foundation which is well suited for aging skin, the beauty industry is filled up to the brim with hundreds of products to choose from. So, here are a few products which may just be right for your skin.

One of the most popular foundations for aging skin is by Lancôme. The Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Cushion foundation is definitely on the more expensive side; however, the finish of this foundation on the aging skin is phenomenal and the best. This retails in the US markets for around $47. In the same price bracket, one of the most popular foundations is by Clarins. The foundation is known as an extra firming foundation and it not only gives great finish for makeup; it also minimizes skin pores and tightens the skin. The appearance of age spots is also reduced with this foundation, making it the best for aging skin.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic foundation is indeed a magical product which is nothing less than a potent potion of various effective ingredients like the mushroom extract and hyaluronic acid. The hyaluronic acid adds moisture to the skin while the mushroom extract helps in making the surface of the dull skin, smooth and firm. The price of this magical foundation is $44 and it is available in all leading beauty supply stores.
Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint by Neutrogena sincerely lives up to its name and adds generous bouts of moisture to the aging skin. It is very moisturizing and it also adds the much-required color to your skin. The best part is that you can directly apply it with your fingers without the use of any makeup brush. It is priced at just $14.99. Simply ageless 3-in-1 foundation by Covergirl and Olay provides full coverage and also has ingredients which are extremely beneficial for the skin. It contains vitamin B, vitamin E, and extracts of green tea, which makes it the best foundation for aging skin.

One of the more high-end brands, Giorgio Armani has a line of anti-aging makeup products which includes Power Fabric Full Coverage Foundation. This is one of the best foundation for aging skin. It also has SPF 25. It protects your face from UV spectrum. The price is around $65 which may not suit every pocket.

A mineral cushion foundation launched by physician’s formula is making waves in the market for all the right reasons. The packaging is super attractive and it is priced at around $17 which makes it one of the best value for money products in the market.