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If there was a Hollywood Walk of Fame for makeup, Armani’s Luminous Silk Foundation would certainly have a top spot. There’s no denying that it’s one of the most beloved foundations of our time. It’s loved by A-List celebs including Sabrina Carpenter and Sydney Sweeney.
The foundation first launched in 2000, and even though its radiant finish wasn’t exactly a ‘thing’ in the ‘00s (remember the ultra-matte finish of Maybelline’s Dream Matte Mousse? *shudders*) it has stood the test of time as being one of the most iconic foundations to exist. Those who already use (and love) the Luminous Silk Foundation will know that this formula was way ahead of its time when it graced beauty bags way back when.
Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
What is the Armani Luminous Silk Foundation?
The brand describes the foundation as a “silky, lightweight fluid foundation for seamless application.” It’s formulated with micro-fill technology to brighten and blur, as well as glycerin to boost hydration. Those with dry skin would certainly get along with it–the silky formula keeps the skin plush and plump, but it’s also oil-free so those prone to breakout will also love it.
It’s available in 40 shades with a variety of undertones, so you’re bound to find a good match. Now that you’re all caught up, here’s what happened when Cosmo’s e-commerce beauty team gave it a go… for the first time…
Our Armani Luminous Silk Foundation Reviews:
Kara Kia, E-commerce Editor
Shade: 6.25
Hearst Owned
When it comes to my makeup style, I’m into the natural look – although I’ve fallen victim to the blush-blindness trend lately and can’t resist rosy cheeks. That being said, I stopped wearing foundation about a decade ago and now reach for a tinted moisturizer instead. It wasn’t until a few months ago that I was seduced back by the perfecting effect of a foundation (shoutout to NARS Light Reflecting Foundation) and since then, I’ve been eager to find the new signature base for my beauty routine. While NARS and Armani are both fantastic formulas, I believe in context, so will be comparing for the sake of beauty journalism.
Compared to NARS, the pump on Armani Luminous Silk was great. It was super smooth and offered a lot more control over how much product came out.
The application felt lovely on the skin with buildable light-medium coverage, which is my preference, but it was streaky compared to other foundations and sunk into my under-eye lines a bit more than serum consistencies (an easy fix with a good primer). What I did love was the finish; it looked silky (of course), lightweight but also radiant and glowing, without being oily or dewy. It had a soft-focus effect that was beautiful and seemed to blur my spots and pigmentation instead of looking like I was caking on product to cover them up.
All in all, Armani’s Luminous Silk Foundation is worth all the hype it receives. It’s ideal for different skin types—acne-prone, dry, mature—but some oilier skin types say that it doesn’t last throughout the day and so might need a powder touch-up. My only caveat is the price, but for a luxury, make-up artist-approved foundation, it’s worth the investment.
Clare Stephenson, Senior Beauty E-commerce Writer
Shade: 5.5
Hearst Owned
The other day, my aunt told me that makeup is part of my DNA–and I couldn’t agree more. I’ve always been fascinated by the stuff and growing up, I had a list of products I dreamt of trying. Armani’s Luminous Silk Foundation was at the top. Testing out this formula for the first time felt like an ‘I’ve done it!’ moment, so you bet the stakes were high.
I’d done my fair bit of research, so I already knew this was a long-loved foundation for a reason—makeup artists from Lisa Eldridge to Patrick Ta swear by it–and I’m pleased to report that Armani didn’t let me down.
It offers everything I want in a foundation. The texture is silky and lightweight so it seamlessly melted into my skin, leaving behind a natural glow. I’m obsessed with the finish; it’s not matte nor is it super dewy. It’s beautifully luminous but still blurs around the areas I need it most (like my T-Zone and under my eyes). I’d say my complexion looked smooth and fresh, and that’s exactly what I want.
It doesn’t offer a thick blanket of coverage, but the beauty of it is that you can easily layer and layer without it turning cakey. In the photo, I’m only wearing one layer to even out my skin tone and cover redness, but it’s got enough flexibility to be used as a full-glam formula. Either way, it lasts well without fading or turning blotchy. I tested first it in our office, home to the world’s most temperamental heating system, and it managed to withstand dry conditions and it stayed in place when I jumped onto the sweaty tube to get home.
I get it, the price tag is a bit high at $69, so I told myself this would be my special occasion foundation. But after trying it, however, I fear I won’t have the willpower to not use it every day.
Clare Stephenson is the Senior Beauty Ecommerce Writer for Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health, covering all things makeup, skincare and hair care, as well as deals events including Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day.
Clare has been an e-commerce writer since 2022, writing matter-of-fact reviews such as deep dives into skin concerns and shopping pages filled with her favourite products for every budget and need. When she’s not typing away, Clare is in front of the camera creating shopping content for Cosmo’s TikTok Shop, testing the most viral beauty products to know.
Before working at Hearst UK, she received a BA degree in Multimedia Journalism at Bournemouth University, focusing her studies on the world of magazines and editorial. From there, she worked as an editorial assistant at Voir Fashion Magazine, covering events like Fashion Week and interviewing reputable brand founders. Outside of work? You can find Clare strolling along London’s Columbia Road Market, pouring her fourth coffee of the day or horseback riding in the countryside.
Follow Clare on Instagram @clarefrancesstephenson
Ecommerce Editor, Women’s Lifestyle
Kara is the Ecommerce Editor, Women’s Lifestyle at Hearst UK. Leading Cosmopolitan’s digital shopping strategy, she shares style advice for life’s big moments, reports on the latest fashion collaborations, and creates beauty reviews across skincare, makeup, and haircare.
Kara’s most popular guides include ‘Affordable Jewellery Brands to Shop’, ‘Ski Wear to Shop, According to an Editor’, and ‘The Best High Street Wedding Dress Brands’, while covering deals events such as Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. When she’s not behind a laptop screen, she’s hosting shopping videos and livestreams for Cosmo’s TikTok Shop. Kara also creates shopping content for Red and Prima, and was previously contributing Fashion and Beauty Ecommerce Editor at ELLE and Harper’s Bazaar.
Since starting her career as a journalist in 2018, she has held the role of Fashion Content Editor at NET-A-PORTER’s Porter Magazine, Associate Editor at PopSugar, and written for Refinery29 and LOVE Magazine, where she covered fashion and beauty news, trends, and features. An experienced interviewer, Kara has spoken to Zendaya, Alicia Keys, Simone Biles, and Tyla about life, work, and style. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Kara lived in Toronto, Canada before moving to London.
Follow Kara on Instagram @kara.kia
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