Best foundation for mature skin in Australia 2026

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Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation

Best overall foundation for mature skin

• Doesn’t settle into fine lines and pores

Cons

• There are more affordable options in the market
• Not buildable according to some

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Why we chose it

The Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation was one of the highest rated overall foundations for mature skin according to almost 28,000 Google reviews with a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. It also scores 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 300 reviews on the Myer website. Many reviewers liked that it was perfect for mature skin, not being too heavy while still providing enough coverage for radiant and flawless skin.

The Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation range consists of 40 shades and is suitable for all skin types. The formulation is lightweight, easy to apply and has a smooth and fluid consistency. It is also designed to correct imperfections in the skin and offers buildable coverage. It is non-comedogenic, non-greasy and has no fragrance. It is dermatologically, ophthalmologically and allergy tested.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup

Best full-coverage foundation for mature skin

• Easily colour matched

Cons

• Doesn't have a pump applicator
• Takes a lot of product to cover the whole face, according to some reviews

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Why we chose it

The Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup was one of the highest rated full-coverage foundations for mature skin according to over 50,000 Google reviews with a 4.6 out of 5 stars rating. It also has a 4.9 out of 5 stars rating from almost 300 reviews on the Estée Lauder website as well as the same rating from another 800 reviews on the Myer website. Many liked that it was easy to blend into the skin, had a great range of shades and lasted all day without needing to retouch.

The Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup has an oil-free liquid formulation that offers buildable coverage with a matte finish. It comes in a wide range of colours and stays on the skin for 24 hours. The product doesn't crease on the skin and stays on through sweat and humidity. It also doesn't cake with application or settle into fine lines and pores. The product is oil-free and fragrance-free.

How do Australians rate Estee Lauder's makeup brand?

94% of surveyed Australians recommend Estee Lauder

How Estee Lauder compares

In the 2023 Finder Retail Awards, we surveyed over 34,000 Australians about their retail purchases to discover which were their favourite brands across 170 product categories and over 1,200 total brands.

For makeup brand, Estee Lauder was ranked 23th for value for money, 6th for performance, 5th for product range and 11th for ease of use.

26 brands were rated across these decision criteria.

IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF 50+

Best buildable foundation for mature skin

• Contains SPF and collagen

Cons

• Not suitable for oily or acne prone skin
• Water based and does not apply well over silicone-based primers

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Why we chose it

The IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ was one of the highest rated buildable foundations for mature skin according to over 50,000 Google reviews with a 4.2 out of 5 stars rating. It also scores 4.5 out of 5 stars from almost 1,000 reviews on the Sephora Australia website. Many liked that it offered good coverage, was pore minimising and buildable.

The IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF 50 is a three-in-one product that provides a full coverage foundation, the skincare benefits of a serum as well as a pore-minimising primer. It also contains SPF 50 acting as a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen. It is suitable for normal to dry skin types as well as those prone to redness. The product covers dark spots and minimises pores while leaving the skin feeling smooth and appearing bright. It is PETA-certified and cruelty-free.

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation

Best drugstore foundation for mature skin

• Good price point for quality of product

Cons

• Not suited to dry skin
• Doesn't come with a pump

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Why we chose it

The Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation was one of the highest rated drugstore foundations for mature skin according to over 80,000 Google reviews with a 4.3 out of 5 stars rating. It has the same rating from a further Chemist Warehouse and over 200 reviews on the Adore Beauty website. Many found the product to be good quality for the price point and liked that it suited oily skin types while minimising the appearance of pores.

The Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation is designed for oily skin and helps to control shine and minimise the appearance of pores. It comes in over 40 shades, is oil-free and leaves the skin with a matte finish. The product feels light on the skin, offers medium coverage and won't cake with application. It also comes in another version suitable for dry skin.

How do Australians rate Maybelline's makeup brand?

90% of surveyed Australians recommend Maybelline

How Maybelline compares

In the 2023 Finder Retail Awards, we surveyed over 34,000 Australians about their retail purchases to discover which were their favourite brands across 170 product categories and over 1,200 total brands.

For makeup brand, Maybelline was ranked 3rd for value for money, 21th for performance, 16th for product range and 11th for ease of use.

26 brands were rated across these decision criteria.

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat All In One Glow Foundation

Best foundation for fine lines

• Gives the skin a glow without the formulation feeling oily

Cons

• Some found the formulation too watery
• Formulation isn't as good for covering redness

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Why we chose it

The Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat All In One Glow Foundation is one of the highest rated foundations for fine lines according to over 1,100 Google reviews with a 4.5 out of 5 stars rating. Out of 270 reviews, it's rated at 4.7 out of 5 stars on the YSL Beauty Australia website. Many liked that the product doesn't feel oily yet still gives you a glow and doesn't settle into fine lines or wrinkles.

The Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat All In One Glow Foundation is suitable for normal to dry skin types and offers medium coverage with a natural and dewy finish. The formulation is long-wearing and hides imperfections without settling into fine lines or wrinkles. It has the added benefits of skincare containing hyaluronic acid and vitamin E which add moisture to the skin. It is oil-free, comes in a squeeze tube with a pump and travels easily.

MAC Cosmetics - Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15

Best foundation for dry skin

• Blends well into the skin and doesn't require a lot of product for coverage

Cons

• Doesn't come with a pump
• Doesn't last as long as some other formulations, according to some reviews

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Why we chose it

The MAC Cosmetics - Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 was one of the highest rated foundations for dry skin according to almost 38,000 Google reviews with a 4.5 out of 5 stars rating. It is also a finalist in the MECCA 2020 Beauty Election and has a further 500 reviews scoring 4.5 out of 5 stars on the website. Many liked that it has a matte finish but didn't cling to dry patches of skin.

The MAC Cosmetics - Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 is a long-wearing foundation with a medium coverage that is buildable and offers a matte finish while controlling shine. It minimises the appearance of pores and gives the skin a smooth and natural appearance. The formulation is sweat and humidity-resistant, providing 24-hour coverage and also contains SPF 15 for slight sun protection. It is oil-free, non-allergenic and dermatologically tested.

How do Australians rate M.A.C's makeup brand?

94% of surveyed Australians recommend M.A.C

How M.A.C compares

In the 2023 Finder Retail Awards, we surveyed over 34,000 Australians about their retail purchases to discover which were their favourite brands across 170 product categories and over 1,200 total brands.

For makeup brand, M.A.C was ranked 26th for value for money, 6th for performance, 9th for product range and 11th for ease of use.

26 brands were rated across these decision criteria.

NARS Sheer Glow Foundation

Best foundation for oily skin

• Only a small amount is needed for adequate coverage and the product is buildable

Cons

• Pump needs to be purchased separately
• Some reviewers found the bottle to leak

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Why we chose it

The NARS Sheer Glow Foundation was one of the highest rated foundations for oily skin according to 16,000 Google reviews with a 4.4 out of 5 stars rating. It is also a winner in the MECCA 2020 Beauty Election and has a further 3,500 reviews with a 4.6 out of 5 stars rating on the website.

The NARS Sheer Glow Foundation is a buildable foundation that comes in a large variety of shades and leaves a subtle glow on the skin. It has the added benefits of skincare containing glycerin, vitamin C and turmeric extract. The formulation is lightweight and leaves the complexion looking natural. It is made without parabens, fragrance, oil, phthalates, gluten or alcohol.

How do Australians rate Nars's makeup brand?

100% of surveyed Australians recommend Nars

How Nars compares

In the 2023 Finder Retail Awards, we surveyed over 34,000 Australians about their retail purchases to discover which were their favourite brands across 170 product categories and over 1,200 total brands.

For makeup brand, Nars was ranked 7th for value for money, 1st for performance, 2nd for product range and 1st for ease of use.

26 brands were rated across these decision criteria.

Methodology

• The products on this list are chosen by our editorial team and are not selected based on commercial relationships.

Why you can trust our picks

• BareMinerals
• Bobbi Brown
• Charlotte Tilbury
• Clarins
• Clinique
• Estée Lauder
• Giorgio Armani
• IT Cosmetics
• Lancôme
• Laura Mercier
• L'Oréal Paris
• MAC Cosmetics
• Maybelline

• NARS
• Neutrogena
• Revlon
• Shiseido
• Stila
• Too Faced
• Yves Saint Laurent

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Customer satisfaction rating breakdown

The Finder Customer Satisfaction Awards is an annual national survey. With over 30,000 real shoppers participating, the awards serve as a reliable reflection of Australian consumers' preferences and opinions.
Here are the scores for makeup brands from 2026.