Alert! Alert! Level 5 makeup meltdown! You’ve been there. It’s hot. Really hot. Your makeup is melting and you want nothing more than to wash your face and stay in for the rest of the day. No matter how great you look, having a face of uncomfortable makeup that’s on its last legs is one of the worst feelings in the world. The solution? It might seem counterintuitive, but a stick foundation might just do the trick. L.A.’s very own Hourglass Cosmetics has a new option, the Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick ($46) that’s the perfect solution.
You might think to reach for tinted moisturizers and and glowing foundations, but with those options, you’re often left with a greasy, oily mess. Powder? If you want a natural, glow-from-within look, it’s not the way to go. But a stick? Aren’t those greasy, too? Aren’t they for old ladies? Well, the trick is to just apply it where you need it, covering what needs covering, and letting the rest of your skin breathe.
“I wanted a foundation that was full-coverage and easy to use on the go,” said Carisa Janes, founder of Hourglass Cosmetics. “I love that with one application it covers all imperfections and creates this amazingly seamless finish.”
Like all of Hourglass’ now-legendary complexion products, this foundation stick covers in one swipe and looks completely invisible. Plus, the long-wearing, waterproof formula promises 12-hour coverage. So, swipe a light layer on under your eyes and spot conceal (trust us, you need just the lightest sweet) for a bulletproof face that won’t melt off. Available in 26 shades, there’s a color for everyone — and plenty of options if you want to pick up a shade or two to contour and highlight. Thanks to the triangular shape, these tubes are perfect for precise coverage and strategic color placement alike.
Available at Sephora.
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