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Add The New York Post on Google The foundation 6K+ shoppers buy monthly “for a more natural look” is currently 37% off — and I can see why it has become such a staple.
I’ve tested a bunch of foundations over the years, but the Laura Geller Baked Balance-n-Brighten Powder Foundation is the one I always recommend: to me, my best friend’s 21-year-old sister and my 63-year-old mother. It’s simply one of those makeup products that genuinely works wonderfully for all ages.
And right now, it’s especially worth a look if you’ve been searching for a foundation that doesn’t scream, “I’m wearing foundation.” The appeal of Baked Balance-n-Brighten is its ability to even out the appearance of skin while keeping the finish looking natural. The formula offers buildable coverage, so I can customize how much I use depending on the day.
Instead of creating a thick, uniform layer over my skin, I can build coverage where I actually want it and keep the rest looking like skin. The powder contains multicolored, color-correcting pigments designed to help balance the appearance of redness, discoloration and uneven tone. It provides light-to-medium coverage with a demi-matte finish.
The formula is also baked for 24 hours and hand-finished in Italy, which gives it an unusually silky texture. It feels more refined than the dry, chalky powder foundations I remember from years ago. And because it’s buildable, I can use a lighter hand for everyday makeup or add more coverage when I want my complexion to look a little more polished.
This versatility explains why more than 6,000 shoppers purchase it monthly, and the current 37% discount makes it an even more tempting time to try it.
If your ideal foundation is one that makes your skin look better rather than simply making it look like you’re wearing more makeup, this is one I’d put high on the list. For me, it has earned that rare status of being a foundation I can recommend across generations (and actually feel confident that everyone will love it).
As one of the best in K-beauty, the medicube Pore Pads reduce the look of large pores, earning a spot in your skincare routine. Trust me, I reviewed nearly the whole brand (and plenty of pore pads).
When the inevitable blemish or clogged pore arrives, I wear these patches without shame. They work, squeeze all the gunk out (ew, I know), and are a product I can’t run out of.
Love ’em or hate ’em, these wipes easily remove all of my makeup from the day — including the essence mascara! — and never irritate my skin or break me out.
This article was written by Victoria McDonnell, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash. She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts. Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include testing the best sheet masks on the market, and a rinse-and-repeat review of the best shampoos for all hair types and budgets. Victoria, who received a beauty industry essentials certification from the Fashion Institute of Technology, has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.
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