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15 lightweight foundations and concealers perfect for hot summer days (and flawless skin)

Makeup that's both comfortable to wear and doesn't budge when temperatures rise.

lightweight foundations for summer

If you ditch your foundation in the summer, we totally understand why. That feeling of your face melting when you're out on a hot summer day is enough to make you swear off the stuff for good. But while we've mentioned switching up your skincare routine in the summer, trading out heavy foundations for lighter, more humidity-friendly counterpart isn't a bad idea, either. It is possible to have flawless, covered skin in the summer.

Whether you're looking for a BB cream to banish breakouts, or a concealer that stays put if you're going to go for a dip, here are 15 lightweight foundation and concealer options to try this summer.

Lightweight Foundations for Summer

Ideal for on-the-go touch-ups, this cushion compact delivers luminous coverage that feels featherlight on the skin.

Dream Cushion Fresh Face Foundation, $19, Maybelline New York.

Maybelline Foundation Dream Cushion Foundation, lightweight foundations for summer

A water-based concealer that has a luxe serum-like texture, this cover-all hides blemishes, dark circles and imperfections in just a few dabs.

Stila Aqua Glow Serum Concealer, $35, beautyBOUTIQUE.

Stila Aqua Glow Serum Concealer, lightweight foundations for summer

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This CC cream contains hyaluronic acid and collagen to smooth and hydrate skin, plus it contains SPF 50 — making it a must for summer.

IT Cosmetics CC+ Illumination Full Coverage Cream SPF 50, $45, The Shopping Channel.

IT Cosmetics CC+ Illumination Full Coverage Cream, lightweight foundations for summer

Lightweight and breathable on the skin, this foundation illuminates, reduces wrinkles and minimizes pores for a flawless, natural complexion.

Light Wonder Foundation Youth Boosting Perfect Skin SPF 15, $55, Charlotte Tilbury.

Charlotte Tilbury LIGHT WONDER FOUNDATION, lightweight foundations for summer

This sheer tinted cream glides onto skin providing a lit-from-within glow. You can wear it alone for a sheer wash of colour, or layer for more coverage.

Next to Nothing Face Colour, $38, MAC Cosmetics.

MAC Cosmetics Next to Nothing Face Colour, lightweight foundations for summer

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This 4-in-1 is your concealer, foundation, highlighter and touch-up pen in one stick. It contains perfecting nude pigments that allow your natural skin to show through, and it never feels cakey.

Physicians Formula Touch of Glow Stick, $13, Well.ca.

Maybelline Foundation Dream Cushion Foundation, lightweight foundations for summer

This satin-like powder contains triple-milled pigments that smooth onto the skin with no creasing. The all-natural formula contains organic aloe, freshwater pearl and algae extract to smooth, rejuvenate and brighten the skin.

W3ll People Altruist Mineral Foundation Powder, $33, The Detox Market.

W3LL PEOPLE Altruist Mineral Foundation Powder, lightweight foundations for summer

The innovative tinted face gel provides a cooling and refreshing sensation when applied to the skin for a breathable finish that’s long-wearing and water-resistant.

Pixi H20 SkinTint Tinted Face Gel, $49, Amazon.

Pixi H20 Skintint Tinted Face Gel, lightweight foundations for summer

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This transparent powder fights shine and keeps skin shine-free for up to five hours. If you’re prone to an oily T-zone, throw this powder in your purse for touch-ups that won’t look cakey.

Rimmel London Clear Complexion Clarifying Powder, $9, Walmart.

rimmel london clear complexion clarifying powder, lightweight foundations for summer

While this foundation provides full coverage, it feels super light on the skin. It also gives skin a radiant, semi-matte finish and hydrates for up to 24 hours.

CoverGirl Vitalist Elixir Foundation SPF 20, $14, Walmart.

CoverGirl Vitalist Elixir Foundation, lightweight foundations for summer

A beauty editor cult favourite, this weightless formula can be used as a concealer or a foundation, melting into the skin for second skin-like coverage.

RMS Un-Cover Up, $45, The Detox Market.

RMS Un-Cover Up, lightweight foundations for summer

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Containing hyaluronic acid to boost moisture in the skin, this weightless fluid will leave your face feeling refined and refreshed.

Chanel Vitalumière Aqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Makeup SPF 15, $54, beautyBOUTIQUE.

Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Ultra Light Skin Perfecting Makeup, lightweight foundations for summer

This powder can be used wet or dry to customize your coverage; the lightweight formula never feels cakey on the skin.

Naked Skin Ultra Definition Powder Foundation, $44, Urban Decay.

Urban Decay Naked Skin Ultra Definition Powder Foundation, lightweight foundations for summer

This soft-focus waterproof concealer is so light on the skin it’s almost invisible. It gives an airbrush finish to the face while subtly hiding dark circles and blemishes.

Boi-ing Airbrush Concealer, $27, Benefit Cosmetics.

Benefit boi-ing airbrush concealer, lightweight foundations for summer

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Formulated for oily, blemish-prone skin, this tea tree-infused BB cream helps fight breakouts while providing lightweight, non-sticky coverage.

Tea Tree Oil Flawless BB Cream, $18, The Body Shop.

the body shop tea tree flawless bb-cream, lightweight foundations for summer

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