Matte foundations have undergone a renaissance. Once the reserve of full-coverage fanatics and quick-fix concealment, these foundations have been reimagined with a skin-first approach. And the result ...

It’s probably the closest I’ll ever get to her poreless glow.

“For so long, mascara was that one thing that opened up your eyes. It’s that finishing touch,” says celebrity make-up artist Daniel Martin, who works with Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and Gemma Chan.

I tried the viral Laura Geller Baked Powder Foundation and finally got the hype. It smooths and brightens skin and has ...