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The Best Foundations for Humid Weather
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items Humidity can turn your makeup into a melting mess, but the right foundation will stay put through sweat, humidity, and heatwaves. Whether you’re battling oily skin, need a lightweight formula, or crave full coverage that won’t budge, I’ve rounded up ...
This is my holy grail for weddings or beach vacations. It *does not move*, no matter how sticky the weather gets. I love that it covers redness and blemishes without feeling heavy. Pro tip: Apply with a damp sponge for a natural finish!
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation | Estée Lauder
Rihanna really did that! This foundation blurs pores like a filter and stays flawless in humidity. I wore it during a summer festival, and it survived dancing, sweat, and even a surprise rainstorm. Obsessed!
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation | Fenty Beauty
This is my go-to for everyday errands in humid weather. It’s affordable, never cakes, and keeps my T-zone matte. I keep a bottle in my gym bag for post-workout touch-ups.
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Foundation Makeup - Maybelline
I’m a liquid foundation girly, but this powder converted me. It’s amazing for blotting shine without looking chalky. I toss it in my purse for quick touch-ups during humid days.
HD Skin Matte Velvet: Blurring Powder Foundation MAKE UP FOR EVER
This foundation feels like second skin! It’s perfect for humid days when I want coverage that looks effortless. I wore it to an outdoor wedding, and it stayed flawless—even through tears!
Teint Idole Ultra Wear Breathable Coverage Foundation - Lancôme
This is my glam-day foundation. It covers *everything* (seriously, even my tattoos) and stays put in humidity. The luminous matte finish keeps me from looking flat. 10/10!
#FauxFilter Luminous Matte Foundation - Huda Beauty
Selena Gomez nailed it with this one. It’s perfect for humid days when I want a “no makeup” look that still evens out my skin tone. It never feels heavy or greasy!
Liquid Touch Weightless Foundation - Rare Beauty
This gives me that “healthy glow” without turning into an oil slick. Magic in a bottle!
Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation - NARS Cosmetics
This is my vacation staple. It covers redness, protects my skin from the sun, and doesn’t melt off. Plus, it’s great for combo skin—hydrating but not greasy.
CC Cream Full-Coverage Foundation SPF 50+ - IT Cosmetics
I’ve repurchased this for years. It’s unbeatable for oily skin in humid climates. I layer it with setting spray, and it stays put through thunderstorms. A true OG!
ColorStay™ Longwear Makeup For Combination/Oily Skin SPF 15
When I want to skip foundation but still look polished, this is my pick. It’s breathable, evens out my skin tone, and never slides off in humidity. Perfect for “no makeup” makeup days!
Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 - Laura Mercier
This is my go-to for photoshoots in humid weather. It doesn’t flash back, and it stays matte without looking cakey. Pro tip: Set it with MAC’s powder for bulletproof wear!
Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Matte Foundation + Oil Control
This foundation is a steal! It’s lightweight but covers imperfections, and it holds up through humid summer days. I pair it with the Infallible setting spray for extra staying power.
Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation Makeup - L'Oréal Paris
It’s hydrating but never greasy—perfect for dry-combo skin in sticky weather.
Studio Skin 24 Hour Hydra Foundation LP - Smashbox
This foundation feels like it’s alive (in the best way!). It “refreshes” itself throughout the day, so it never looks patchy. Ideal for unpredictable humid climates.
Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Lightweight Foundation - Shiseido
Lock it with this perfect setting spray
Bonus Tip:Lock it all in with a setting spray like "All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray - Urban Decay