IRL Filter Longwear Foundation, f20

The best makeup should make you feel like your real face finally caught up with your best filter. That is the ambition behind Revolution's IRL Filter Longwear Foundation - a medium-to-full buildable formula that blurs, evens and smooths without masking who you are beneath it. It has 20% more pigment than standard formulas so whether you want sheer radiance for an office morning or heavy-duty coverage for your wedding guest look, the foundation follows your lead and builds exactly where you need it to. The finish is a soft-focus matte that looks like skin rather than makeup - breathable enough for Sydney humidity but durable enough to withstand anything from coffee spills on Thursday afternoon through to cocktails at midnight.

For blemish-prone or combination skin types this formulation is particularly kind because it is oil-free and clinically proven not to block pores, meaning your breakouts can heal while you wear it. The added niacinamide helps refine the appearance of texture over time without drying out drier patches. Each bottle comes with a built-in pump for controlled application rather than messy wells in a cap so you know exactly how much goes on before it touches your face. You can apply one thin layer and blend with your fingers for sheer coverage or build up layers using the R7 Create Buffing Foundation Brush to hide anything from sun damage to active breakouts.

This foundation is made for those days when you need makeup that keeps up - long workdays, weekend brunches that turn into dinner parties, or an evening out where reapplying isn't on the itinerary. It is vegan and cruelty-free so your purchase aligns with your values too. The f20 shade is one of 30 options designed to suit a range of skin tones. You do not need another filter when you have this bottle - simply apply it once and let your real face take centre stage all day.