Buildable to offer medium coverage, the latest clean foundation from Nude by Nature may be their best yet, says editor Trudi Brewer. Here she shares how to get the perfect finish.

Nude by Nature Moisture Infusion Foundation, $47

The vital element in getting natural-looking makeup is choosing a suitable base. The foundation you select must never look caked-on, or it will show an uneven skin texture and those fine hairs; if it's too matte, it will accentuate fine lines. To dewy, and your skin can appear greasy. The best foundation should never hide your complexion but enhance it, and this creamy colour does just that.

What's in it?

Buildable and breathable, this medium-coverage hydrating foundation is boosted by the moisture magnet hyaluronic acid and a blend of botanical extracts, including jojoba, macadamia seed and olive oil. While vitamin E, Shea butter, and Kakadu plum help offer a brilliant antioxidant defence. The tinted colour is courtesy of earth-derived mica, titanium and iron oxide powders. Bonus, this mineral makeup is made from 100 naturally derived ingredients, is free of toxins and synthetic ingredients, is cruelty-free, and is PETA certified.

Nude by Nature Moisture Infusion Foundation, $47, comes in six shades from Ivory to olive

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Why do I like it?

My dream foundation finish is a rich, creamy texture that glides on the skin, leaving luminous colour in its wake. Because the flattering tinted colour pigments are wrapped in that hydrating base, it stays true to shade and feels weightless on the skin. Moreover, with its buildable (so you can get a light to full finish), the moisture-packed formula will make it a cult beauty buy. My skin glows well after I have washed it off.

My tips on how to use this new hydrating makeup

Don't apply a blanket cover; if your skin doesn't require allover coverage, just dab this makeup on the areas that need it most and then blend with a fluffy brush.
Having a foundation darker than your neck or too light for your natural skin tone makes or breaks a natural-looking finish, so always swatch it on your face to find the perfect shade.
Don't be overzealous with powdering skin post-application; this will leave a flat, unnatural-looking finish. This foundation was made to give your skin a slight glow - that is youthful and believable.
You can apply this foundation with fingers or a big fluffy brush, like the Nude by Nature Finishing Brush, $35, which helps give a seamless, luminous finish.