The Best Airbrush Makeup Products That Promise Flawless Skin

Natural makeup days are all well and good, but sometimes you want to achieve a flawless, poreless and airbrushed finish that lasts all night long. And we’ve got you covered with our range of the best airbrush makeup products, including foundations, makeup brushes and even spray tans.

Airbrush face makeup is a great way to achieve a soft-focus effect like you would with an airbrush gun (or a Photoshop tool). These products help blur any imperfections, discolouration and fine lines. So, whether you’re heading for a long night of partying or prepping your wedding makeup, airbrush products are a great way to achieve fuller coverage and long-lasting flawless looks.

To help you out we’ve rounded up all our faves. Check them out below!

STEP 1: WHAT DOES PRIMER DO?

A primer is an essential step for an airbrushed look, as it'll help fill in your pores and give a smooth base for applying foundation. If you've got any rough patches or blemishes, foundation will glide over them much better with a layer of primer between, and if you've got oily skin, a mattifying primer ensure your foundation doesn't slide right off.

Here are a few top picks to get your best base:

STEP 2: HOW TO APPLY FOUNDATION & WHICH SHOULD I BUY?

The next step in your airbrushed makeup routine is foundation. Medium to full coverage in a matte finish is best for this look in order to hide all pores, blemishes and shine.

FOUNDATION APPLICATION

Rubbing a bit of BB Cream onto your face with your fingers might be alright for a natural makeup day, but you'll want to use a foundation brush or sponge to achieve this airbrushed look. If you're going to use a sponge, we recommend dampening it and applying a few thin layers until you have the coverage you want. For a brush, try a big, fluffy brush to softly buff on your foundation.

Remember, we don't want any cakiness, so even though this is a full-coverage look, don't be too heavy-handed!

STEP 3: WHICH CONCEALER IS BEST?

Whilst dark circles (and any imperfections) are nothing to be ashamed of, they do kind of throw off the airbrushed makeup look, which is all about looking magazine-cover levels of flawless. Give any problem areas the extra touch-up they need with a full-coverage concealer.

STEP 4: SETTING SPRAY AND/OR POWDER

It's no good putting in all this hard work if it's just going to disappear or smudge by 2 p.m. Primers help tonnes but they aren't magic, so you'll want a setting spray or finishing powder (or both) to help lock in your look no matter what you get up to. A matte spray is going to be your best bet as this look isn't super shiny, and you did already spend all that time choosing a mattifying primer.

Want to know more about face powders? Check out our blog all about the topic here.

Here are a few you can count on:

BONUS STEP: SELF TANNER

A fake tan can help hide any freckles, scars or discolouration on your body, or on your face that might still show through your makeup.

FAQs

What is airbrush makeup?
Airbrush makeup refers to a flawless, soft-focus finish achieved using lightweight, high-coverage products that smooth out pores, texture and imperfections. While it originally described foundation applied with an airbrush gun, you can recreate the same effect with primers, foundations and setting sprays designed to blur and perfect the skin.

How do you get an airbrush makeup look without an airbrush machine?
You don’t need an airbrush gun to achieve the look — just the right products and techniques. Start with a pore-smoothing primer, apply a medium-to-full coverage matte foundation with a damp beauty sponge, then lightly buff with a brush to blend seamlessly. Finish with a setting spray or powder for that airbrushed, photo-ready result.

What foundation gives an airbrushed finish?
Full-coverage, smoothing formulas like Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation and Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation are perfect for achieving that perfected, even skin tone. If you prefer something softer, Too Faced Born This Way Foundation gives natural-looking coverage without caking.

How do I make my foundation look airbrushed?
Prep your skin well with hydrating skincare and primer before applying foundation. Use light layers, blend with a damp sponge or brush, and press powder only where needed. Avoid overloading the skin — thin, even layers are key for a smooth, poreless look.

What’s the best setting spray for airbrush makeup?
A long-lasting matte spray keeps your base looking fresh and flawless all day. We love NYX Professional Makeup Matte Finish Setting Spray for oil control, or Maybelline Lasting Fix Setting Spray for lightweight, all-day hold. Pairing either with a fine face powder will give you that truly airbrushed finish.

Where can I buy the best airbrush makeup products?
You can shop all the best airbrush makeup products right here at Cosmetify, where we compare prices across trusted retailers so you can save on cult favourites from Charlotte Tilbury, Benefit, Hourglass, and more. Whether you’re after wedding-ready coverage or a soft-focus glow for every day, we’ve got you covered.

So, there you have it. Everything from fake tan to foundation to ensure the best airbrushed, flawless skin. For more top beauty tips why not take a look at Best Makeup Setting Sprays To Keep Your Look in Place and How to Contour: A Step by Step Guide for Beginners.