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A flawless complexion is the base for any look, however with the harsh winter winds and frosty temperatures, achieving a flawless face might prove harder for the season. If the chilly temperatures are giving you dry, flaky skin, here are our top picks for foundations that will give your dehydrated visage a moisturizing boost for a smooth finish.

1) MAC Studio Face and Body Foundation, $32: Perfect your skin for winter with Mac’s Face and Body Foundation. Its water-based liquid formula is blended with emollients which claim to condition and soften dry skin to give you a smoother-looking complexion. This liquid foundation delivers low-to-medium coverage that is said to last throughout the day while keeping your face fresh.

2) NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer, $43: For beauty addicts looking for a more natural finish to their dehydrated skin, try Nars’ tinted moisturizer to achieve a clearer face. Its lightweight liquid formula claims to provide a light hint of colour and is infused with moisturizer that states to nourish dry skin for a healthier look. It also boasts to fade away dark spots and discolouration while also diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and pores for a more even complexion.

3) Giorgio Armani Maestro Fusion MakeUp, $64: Squeeze a few drops of Giorgio Armani’s Maestro Fusion foundation onto your makeup sponge to give your skin a luminous glow. This liquid foundation is said to glide smoothly and is easily blendable for a seamless application that gives you silky skin. It also claims to be formulated with volatile oils and SPF 15 to replenish parched skin while locking in moisture to keep your face hydrated and protected throughout the frosty winter days.

4) Laura Mercier Moisture Supreme Foundation, $71: Give your skin a surge of moisture with this Moisture Supreme Foundation from Laura Mercier. Its lightweight texture is said to hydrate tired skin while providing medium-to-full coverage for an all day wear. It also claims to soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles giving your skin a dewy finish. Glide on this foundation for a more radiant face.