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If you find yourself choosing between base makeup and going easy on your sensitive, dehydrated face, it’s time to grab one of the best foundations for dry skin. You already know the struggle of the cakiness, flakiness, and pilling that results from a drying foundation, and, delicately put, it’s no fun at all. While standard foundations can indeed slay, they don’t necessarily include hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and squalane, which are key to helping your glam go on smoothly and your skin stay quenched. And, no, we’re not just talking about tinted moisturizers—it’s 2024 and we can get hydration and medium, buildable coverage in the same bottle. So, shop these editor-beloved and MUA-approved foundations, and read expert advice from board-certified dermatologists on what makes a winning foundation for dry skin types.

Our Top Picks

Best Foundation for Dry Skin Overall: Dior Forever Skin Glow, $57

Best Dewy Foundation for Dry Skin: Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation, $65