Foundations for summer: our beauty experts road-test new products, affordable and high-end
Finding a foundation that can withstand Asia’s sticky summer can be a tough ask. The Post’s experts have put the latest products on the market to the test, from cushions to liquids
A change in season calls for a new foundation, but finding one for Hong Kong’s summer can be hard. When buying a foundation, you’ll also find that product prices can vary wildly. We compare high-end options with more wallet-friendly ones to find out if the extra cost is worth your money.
Rachel Cheung
What I look for in a foundation is light but long-lasting coverage, a natural finish and convenient application. I don’t always apply it over my whole face, but rather over the T-zone to cover blemishes and the visible pores. This is why I pick cushions, which are easy to use on the go for touch-ups and while you are travelling.
Laneige Layering Cover Cushion
The Korean brand Laneige was one of the very first beauty companies to launch cushions. There have three generations of cushions, but this year they’ve released the new Layering Cover Cushion (HK$255/14g+2.5g).
Its sleek rose-gold case is a step up from the previous white compacts. In addition to your regular foundation, the two-in-one cushion has a concealing base on one side, which is more powdery with a strong coverage.
