Trust Me (and the Reviews): This Luxury Foundation Will Give You the Best Skin of Your Life

I'm not a big fan of foundation. Before you ask, yes, I've already tried some of the best formulas out there. From natural-looking foundations to glowing foundations and even dewy foundations, I've put hundreds of products to the test, and I still find myself Googling "what to wear instead of foundation" on a daily basis.

The thing is, I just don't like the way they look or feel on my skin. I want a product that makes it feel as if I'm wearing nothing at all (like one of the best BB creams or skin tints, for example). I want it to make it look like my skin, but better. I want it to hide my blemishes but let my natural skin texture shine through. Is that so much to ask?

I used to think it was, until I was introduced to this luxury foundation. This product has captured the hearts of beauty editors and celebrities alike, and I can totally see why. If you've not yet guessed, I'm talking about none other than Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation. If you're yet to try it yourself, keep on scrolling to find out why this product will give you the best skin of your life...

Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation Review

The Formula

Okay, first things first, let's talk formulas. I don't know what Armani has put in this bottle, but this formula is magic. It feels incredibly lightweight on the skin (I forget that I'm wearing makeup every time I use it), yet it offers buildable coverage and a blurring effect on the skin thanks to exclusive Micro-fil™ technology.

What I love about it is that the formula is great for all skin types. As someone with combination skin (I have a very oily T-zone but also dry patches on my cheeks and chin), I wasn't sure if this would work for me, but I couldn't have been more wrong. The hydrating foundation is infused with glycerin so it glides onto dry areas, but the fact that it's oil-free means that it doesn't feel greasy or turn shiny throughout the day (making it a great wedding-day makeup product, by the way).

The Application

As the name suggests, this foundation glides onto the skin like silk. I find I don't even need to use a primer, as this makes everything look so smooth.

There are lots of different ways to apply your foundation, but I like using a brush to apply this particular one. As mentioned above, it has buildable coverage, so I go in with a light layer at first and then focus on the areas that need a little bit more help, like my chin or forehead.

How It Wears

Those of you with oily and dry skin will know how hard it is to find a foundation that wears well throughout the day. I'm that person who always has powder and a concealer to hand to help top up my base makeup, especially if I'm going out after work. However, this foundation boasts impressive lasting powers that make evenings spent in the office toilet, topping up my makeup, a thing of the past.

Yep, somehow this foundation manages to last all day long. I will say that I still have to apply a little bit of powder about eight hours after wearing, but that's pretty impressive if you ask me. If you're looking for a formula to see you through day and night, Armani has you covered.

The Verdict

As you can probably tell by now, I'm in love with this foundation. It's a sentence I genuinely never thought I would say, but this base product does wonders at blurring the skin while still feeling lightweight enough to wear all day long. The naturally glowing finish is an added bonus, and the fact that I can build up the coverage depending on how I'm feeling is a huge plus.

Yes, this product is more of an investment, but if you've been thinking about treating yourself, you will not be disappointed.

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