The 12 Best Foundations for Mature Skin That Will Cover + Repair Flaws

Ilia’s Super Serum Skin Tint is not just loved by us, it comes highly recommended by makeup artists and other experts, including Gjieli. “My favorite foundation for everyday use is the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint, which is actually a tinted serum. It helps treat your skin while offering coverage and sun protection,” she says. “The coverage is light, but buildable, yet somehow it does a great job at evening out skin tones without too much pigment, while adding a soft glow.”

The key ingredients are hyaluronic acid, plant-based squalane, niacinamide (great for discoloration, acne and eczema) and non-nano zinc oxide. As majority of women over 50 deal with the constant frustration of dry, flaky skin, this tinted serum is a no-brainer — and was an easy overall winner of the best foundation for women over 50.

The reason we love Kosas Revealer Skin-Improving SPF Foundation? It’s packed with skin-repairing heroes like niacinamide (helps smooth and even skin tone), caffeine (speeds circulation for a gorgoues glow), olive-derived squalane (balances moisture levels), arnica (soothes irritation), peptides (plumps), hyaluronic acid (hydrates)and more! So you’re not just getting a flawless finish, but your skin will look better even when not wearing it.

It’s also recommended by Gjieli: “For nightime/dressier days, I love the Kosas Revealer Skin-Improving Foundation. It has ingredients that are hydrating, it has SPF and the coverage is more opaque for a more ‘made up’ look.”

The only thing we love more than the affordable price of this foundation (less than $11!), is the quality of the formulation. Some of the note-worthy ingredients that are especially great for mature skin: squalane and hyaluronic acid, which offer potent hydration to skin. Our favorite feature? You should see improvement in your skin with consistent wear for four weeks.

Time was that powdered foundations left a cakey and flaky look that settled in to fine lines to exacerbate them rather than cover them. But you won’t find those results with the Make Up For Ever HD Skin Matte Velvet which is why we love it. The pros of a powder is that it come in a compact making touch-ups on the go a breeze, and application mess-free. Plus, despite it being a powder, it is silky and smooth and doesn’t cake. We still recommend sticking to a serum or liquid foundation if you do have especially dry skin, but for those with normal, oily or combination skin, this powder is a perfect option and will last even on hot, sweat-producing days.

L’Oreal has always been a favorite of ours when it comes to affordable makeup that can easily be found at the drugstore. The finish of their Infallible Fresh Wear 24 Hour Foundation feels as smooth as a high end formula, but at a $12 price-point. What makes it great for mature skin? Its breathable texture won’t clog your pores.

If you feel like you can never find your exact shade of foundation–there’s always just something off–we have found the solution for you. Fenty Beauty’s Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Liquid Foundation comes in a whopping 50 shades!

It even features a climate adaptive technology, meaning that no matter what weather you’re bracing for, your foundation will stay in place and last all day. According the the brand, it “flexes with your skin in every environment to absorb oil instantly, reduce shine and leave a matte finish. (It’s) Non-drying, and sweat- and humidity- resistant.” Win-win to us!

The star ingredient in Haus Labs foundation, Bioferment 7 Complex, is rich in skin-soothing antioxidants to tackle any inflammation and redness on the skin, making it a great choice for women over 50 who struggle with sensitive skin, rashiness or rosacea. Other key anti-aging ingredients: fermented arnica (it heals skin), fermented green tea (calms redness and kills bacteria) and marine algae (reduces fine lines), just to name a few.

The creamy formula of the IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream Foundation provides full coverage while still feeling lightweight and breathable. We love this option for women over 50, as cream formula often leave behind a more dewy finish. Plus, they blend more easily into skin to hide fine lines and smooth wrinkles. It’s infused with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, providing hydration and evening out skin tone while protecting skin with SPF 50+.

This foundation by NYX is made with glycerin, matcha and niacinamide — all ingredients that help to smooth and even out the skin tone. Great whether you’re dealing with dark spots, melasma, uneven skin tone or scars. And this one can be found at your local drugstore for just $14.

Clinique’s Even Better foundation is a tried-and-true beauty staple, especially for women over over 50. It’s made for all skin types and comes in 50 different shades. Not only does it glide onto the skin, it leaves an airbrush-like finish that looks like you put a filter on your face. The best part is that after 12 weeks of consistent, daily wear, it is said to reduce the pesky dark spots that come with aging and sun exposure.

As Gjieli says, less is really more when it comes to foundation coverage for mature skin; Heavy, cakey formulas will only draw more attention to your aging concerns. But if you’re having one of those days where you feel like you need a heavier coverage to conceal lines, discoloration, spots and more, but still want a lightweight feel, Charlotte Tilbury’s AIRbrush Flawless Filter Foundation will do the trick. It leaves a soft, airbrushed look while still covering your blemishes, redness and dark spots. And, it claims to boost skin moisture by 216% in 1 hour — a huge bonus for women over 50.

Another classic we couldn’t leave out is Maybelline’s Fit Me Matte + Poreless liquid foundation. Those of us who tend more towards the oilier side, should steer clear of makeup made with oil — as they say, don’t add fuel to the fire! This foundation is oil-free and provides a matte finish, essential for oilier skin. And, it’s only $10 at your local drugstore.