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Every make up artist will tell you that the secret to looking great is getting your base right.

Choosing the right foundation for your skin type can make a world of difference - and if money's tight, it's worth spending it here first and going for cheaper eye shadows or blushers instead. Same goes for time - even if you've only got 10 minutes to do your face, you need to spend most of that time getting your base right and smoothing away any imperfections before applying colour.

So we've pulled together some of the high-street's best foundations, bases and concealers to give you a head start. Whatever your budget, whatever your needs there's there's something here for you.

See our pick of the best foundations...

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Chanel Teint Innocence foundation

Heavy, dry make-up can look harsh and aging. Go for a fresh, more natural finish - this foundation gives enough coverage to even out your skintone, but leaves your skin looking naturally dewy and luminous.
£25 from John Lewis.

Get it from:
John Lewis at Buchanan Galleries

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Shiseido Advanced Hydro-Liquid foundation

A compact foundation (perfect if you like your make up on the go) which adheres perfectly to skin, leaving it looking even and flawless. Light-reflecting particles make your skin look radiant, and even the lightest application minimises dark circles and blemishes.
£30.50 from John Lewis.

Get it from:
John Lewis at Buchanan Galleries

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No.7 Instant Radiance concealer

This light-reflecting concealer banishes dark circles under the eyes and softens fine lines. It comes in two shades - we prefer the yellow toned number 2, which is more natural looking.
£12.75 from Boots.

Get it from:
Boots at Buchanan Galleries

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Estee Lauder Double Wear Light

Full coverage needn't be heavy. This beautifully sheer version of the original and much loved Double Wear formula gives natural coverage for up to 15 hours - ideal if you want your make up to last, or have oily skin - and can be layered over any problem areas.
£24 from John Lewis.

Get it from:
John Lewis at Buchanan Galleries

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Bobbi Brown Face Touch-up stick

Blemishes? Give yourself a flawless finish with this full-coverage concealer which disguises any imperfections, redness or blemishes, and is a handy size to pop in your bag for any touch-ups throughout the day.
£17 from John Lewis.

Get it from:
John Lewis at Buchanan Galleries

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Korres Wild Rose foundation

If you've dry, tired or more mature skin, this could be the base for you - a long-lasting foundation enriched with vitamin C, perfect for giving skin a brightening boost while giving great coverage and SPF 20. There's also a matching concealer available.
£20 from Korres.

Get it from:
Korres at Buchanan Galleries

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Korres Face primer

You know the problem - moisturiser's essential to keep your skin looking great, but putting it on under your make up can make your foundation slip. Not good. Add this primer over moisturiser to make your make up 'stick' and increase your foundation's staying-power, as well as adding nourishment and radiance to your skin.
£19.50 from Korres.

Get it from:
Korres at Buchanan Galleries

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Dior Nude foundation

If you're looking for a foundation but want to avoid your make-up looking like a mask this could be the answer - it has an ultra-natural and lightweight finish which will give you the illusion of naturally flawless skin. There's also a matching powder available, to set your base or reduce shine in any problem areas.
£26.50 from John Lewis.

Get it from:
John Lewis at Buchanan Galleries

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Max Factor Second Skin foundation

Loved by beauty editors, Max Factor's ahead of the rest of the high street on the current trend for high definition, super-natural bases which give you coverage without making you look 'done.'
£13.99 from Boots.

Get it from:
Boots at Buchanan Galleries

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Maybelline Dream Mousse concealer

This bargain concealer is light enough to be used to disguise dark circles, but is also creamy enough to completely cover any redness or blemishes, and will stay put. Pat on gently with your finger for under eyes, or use a brush to apply for cover up.
£5.99 from Boots.

Get it from:
Boots at Buchanan Galleries

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No7 Dual Protection Tinted Moisturiser

Tinted moisturisers are great for very light coverage and to even out your skin tone with a 'I look this gorgeous naturally' barely-there look. Perfect for the summer or if you're blessed with great skin, this one goes on easily, is light-diffusing to help brighten your skin, and contains anti-oxidants and SPF15.
£10.50 from Boots.

Get it from:
Boots at Buchanan Galleries

We've checked, and all the product information was correct when we wrote this - but just in case there have been any changes, we'd always recommend that you double-check with the shop.

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