This £9 e.l.f foundation is heading straight into my autumn makeup bag
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With buildable coverage, a satin finish and hydrating formula, this affordable foundation could be an easy seasonal beauty update.
Autumn is the perfect excuse to give my makeup bag a refresh — but that does not mean replacing everything inside it. This year, the £9 e.l.f Soft Satin Finish Foundation is heading into my shopping basket. As temperatures drop, I tend to favour warmer shades, softer textures and a more polished base, and this affordable option ticks plenty of boxes.
Its satin finish sounds like a useful halfway point between a completely matte look and a much dewier base. For me, that should help create the fresh-faced glow I want without making my makeup feel too heavy.
The e.l.f foundation is designed to offer medium, buildable coverage. That means it can be kept relatively natural for everyday wear, with more product added to areas where extra coverage is needed. It is also meant to be hydrating and long-lasting — two features I am particularly interested in during the move from summer to autumn. I want my complexion to look even and fresh throughout the day, without my base feeling weighty.
Foundation is only one part of the routine, however. I also like to brighten the under-eye area with concealer, using it only where I need more coverage or brightness. e.l.f has a range of concealers that can be paired with the Satin Finish Foundation, depending on the preferred coverage and finish.
A complete seasonal overhaul is not necessary. A new foundation, concealer or a couple of warmer-toned products can be enough to make a makeup bag feel different — and the e.l.f Soft Satin Finish Foundation is my pick for an affordable autumn switch-up.