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Viral & Affordable Foundations I Actually Trust (2025 Edition)
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Okay but let’s be real—finding a foundation that’s affordable, goes viral and actually looks good on your skin? Hard. These are the ones I keep reaching for, and I’m not gatekeeping.
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For That Clean Girl Glow
 
Full Glam but Budget Babe
 
Oily Skin Girlies, I Got You
 
Bonus: My Top 4 Ride or Dies

For That Clean Girl Glow

If you want that fresh, dewy, no-makeup-makeup look, these are IT.
 
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So light, blends like skincare, and gives that “glow from within” look.
Shop the Best Tinted Moisturizers | Sephora
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Glowy but not greasy. Looks like real skin!!
Foundations | Sephora
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It has skincare in it—so your skin’s actually getting treated while you wear it.
Foundations | Sephora
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Full Glam but Budget Babe

These are for my full-beat girlies who want that flawless, smooth finish without dropping $50+.
 
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Full coverage with zero cake—covers everything but still comfy.
Conceal + Perfect 2-In-1 Foundation and Concealer | Milani Cosmetics
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High coverage, matte, and still breathable. A true baddie foundation!!
Foundations | Sephora
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Literally looks like a filter. Gives a flawless finish and lasts forever!!
Revolution IRL Filter 16H Longwear Soft Matte Foundation
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Super full coverage, matte, and blends like a dream. Doesn’t move all day!!
Camo Full Coverage Makeup Collection - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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Oily Skin Girlies, I Got You

These keep the shine down and your look locked in, all day.
 
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Thick but not heavy. So good for controlling shine on hot days.
Foundations | Sephora
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Helps oily/acne-prone skin while giving you a clean finish!!
Foundations for Acne | Sephora
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A cult favorite. Full coverage, controls shine, and still looks natural!!
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation - Fenty Beauty
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Bonus: My Top 4 Ride or Dies

These are the ones I always go back to, no matter what I try!!
 
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Milani Glow Hydrating Skin Tint Glowy, juicy, and so easy to wear when I want light glam.
Glow Skincare Collection | Milani Cosmetics
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Perfect for when I want a little more glow without sacrificing coverage—this one’s a game-changer!!
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation
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Full coverage, buildable, and gives a flawless finish without feeling heavy!!!
Revolution Conceal & Define Ultra Matte Full Coverage Foundation
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Lasts all day and doesn’t budge, even through sweat and humidity!!!!
Foundations | Sephora
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