Hailey Bieber uses this Chanel foundation on repeat, so I decided to test every formula the brand offers

In all honesty, I'm deeply upset at the prospect of Vitalumière disappearing. It is, without question, one of the best foundations I have ever tried for a natural-looking, skin-like glow. It also doesn't leave the skin feeling greasy and coated like some many other' do. Oh, and it also builds really well. You can sheer it out or layer it up depending how much coverage you fancy. However, I didn't want to leave it off this list entirely. It is, after all, still listed on Chanel's website and sets the benchmark for this whole endeavour. 

The latest addition to Chanel's foundation offering in No1 de Chanel Revitalizing Foundation. This stuff is good. "It is the perfect combination of light and dewy, along with longwearing. It is the easiest way to warm skin up and keep it looking real," says Chanel make-up artist, Zoe Taylor. Personally, I would say it sits more in the serum foundation category thanks to its skincare-packed formula. Containing red camellia extract, it targets a whole host of skin concerns related to ageing, include lack of firmness, elasticity and glow. The foundation itself is very lightweight, feeling like a second skin on application. It's not super 'wet' or glowing and feels matte on the skin—however the mirror tells a different story. Skin looks healthy and full of life without any tell-tale dewiness. Is it a versatile foundation for every occasion? No. But it's a great option for those who want a little something on their face without going whole hog on a full-coverage foundation.

Truthfully, I didn't think I'd like this formula very much. Something about the inclusion of the word 'glow' in the name makes me think of sticky, shimmering formulas that end up slipping all over my face—but this isn't that at all. It's formulated with hydrators such as glycerin so that it looks natural on the skin and definitely has a satin finish, but it also contains silicate powders so that skin isn't left feeling greasy or tacky. If your skin is really oily, you might not be a huge fan—but my combination skin likes it a lot. "Its silky texture and vast spectrum of shades is the one thing that can totally transform your skin while being invisible to the eye and imperceptible to touch," agrees Chanel make-up artist, Marco Antonio.

Obviously the foundation I like the most in Chanel's line-up is also the most expensive. And I'm not talking £50 levels of expensive, I'm talking £120 levels of expensive. It makes me wince just thinking about it. Would I ever spend £120 of my own money on a foundation? Absolutely not. However, if I were to ever find myself in a place where dropping over £100 on a foundation wouldn't financially ruin me, then I'd go for this one. The coverage is very light, but light-reflecting pigments help blur skin and make it look bronzed and dewy in a way no other skin tint I've ever tried can. The real win, however, is the accompanying brush—it's perfection. Densely packed and conveniently sized, it has become my go-to for all sorts of base application.

I'm going to cause some controversy here, but this is probably my least favourite Chanel base out there. I know that everyone adores it, but since its launch a good few years ago, other formulas on its kind have come along—and I think they're a bit better. In fact, I even think that Chanel's follow up product (below) is an improved version of this. The idea is that this product delivers tint-like coverage in a hydrating, refreshing, water-like base. And it does do that. My problem however is with the blending. The pigment takes quite a lot of working in to avoid streaks and, I think, needs to be applied with the fingers for a decent finish—which makes the brush almost entirely redundant. Not only is this mini brush not particularly useful for this product, it's also wasteful. Having said all of this, I do still use this product when I'm on holiday. It gives skin a certain je ne sais quoi—it's not blurring or blemish-hiding, it just gives the complexion a little lift.

"[It] sits somewhere between a foundation and a concealer.  I pump the formula onto the back of my hand and break up the micro-droplet pigments using the brush that comes with it. I then use the formula to cover any redness around the t-zone blending it outward towards the edges of the face.  The formula melts into the skin and feels lightweight and nourishing what giving the perfect level of coverage," says Chanel make-up artist, Ninni Nummela. Personally, I'd much prefer it if Chanel dropped this brush entirely. That aside though, this product (which is a sister to the one above) is, in my opinion, a winner. When applied with the hands, it delivers and easily achieves a natural-looking base with some impressive coverage. As with all Chanel foundations, it doesn't mask the skin—it just blurs and makes things look healthier. Made up of 60% water, this foundation is beautifully hydrating.

Although I have oily/combination skin, I still like my foundation to appear dewy, so I don't typically like really mattifying, long-wear formulas either. However, this stuff is genius. It doesn't have a matte finish in the slightest—you can evidently see the glow on my cheeks in the above picture. However, it does seem to take down shine in places where I don't want it. The coverage isn't nearly as full-on as I expected but is still perfectly buildable. And as for the long-wear claims? It really does last all day.

Another elusive Chanel foundation, Ultra Le Teint Velvet Foundation is regularly out of stock. Again, I'm not sure if this means Chanel has plans to discontinue the product or not. Personally, I'd be upset if that's the case. Coming from someone who doesn't love a matte finish, I was surprised by how much I liked this when I tested it. The formula is almost water-like it's so lightweight and liquidy, but the finish is second-skin—it delivers an instantly drying, matte veil that has skin looking its healthiest.

A more lightweight version of the original Vitalumière, this stuff is lovely. It doesn't pack as much of a coverage punch as the original, understandably, but it's a wonderful everyday option. In fact, I could see myself reaching for this foundation every single day—and as a daytime foundation hater, that's saying something. I wouldn't say it's particularly buildable, but it didn't bother me in the slightest. However, if you're looking for something heavy duty, this product isn't for you. Also, it's worth noting that the full shade offering is made up of 12, not particularly diverse, options—and the full range is hardly ever in stock.