Beauty buzz

It is possible to get through the sweltering humidity without losing your makeup base. These new foundations and tinted moisturisers are the answer to the cosmetic summertime blues.

Chanel's Mat Lumiere Extreme (HK$435) is a compact foundation that smoothes skin and adds luminosity to hide uneven tone. It has SPF20 and is enriched with a plant complex and lily extract to regulate sebum production. Available from all Chanel counters.

Becca's Luminous Skin Colour tinted moisturiser (HK$510) comes in 15 shades and gives a barely-there tint of colour with a soft, fresh finish. It has SPF25 and contains vitamins A, B, D and E to increase collagen renewal and fight free-radical damage. Available from Lane Crawford stores including those in Times Square, Causeway Bay and IFC Mall, Central.

Cle de Peau's cream foundation (HK$880) melts into skin for natural coverage and has a matte finish ideal for humid days. The SPF18 cream contains antioxidant green-tea extract and a long-lasting powder formula to repel perspiration. The twist-top jar dispenses just the right amount. From Sogo, Causeway Bay and Seibu, Pacific Place, Admiralty.