Finding a foundation that looks flawless on oily or acne-prone skin without feeling heavy is no easy task. These are some of the high-end formulas worth putting on your radar if you're looking for beautiful coverage, long wear, and a finish that hold...
- 24 shades
- Natural-matte finish
- Moderate coverage
- Oil-free
- Contains salicylic acid
Made specifically for acne-prone/oily skin
Best for: active breakouts + oily skin
Clinique currently lists 24 shades and describes it as helping treat/preve...
Acne Solutions™ Liquid Makeup
Perfect if you prefer a natural, skin-like finish. It gives that fresh “your skin but better” look without feeling too heavy.
- 36 shades
- Natural, radiant finish
- Medium, buildable coverage
- Lightweight & breathable
- Non-acnegenic
- Designe...
Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation
46 shades | Natural matte | Medium-to-full coverage | 24H wear
This is the one I’d look at if you want more coverage, a smoother matte finish, and something that can really keep up with long days. Especially nice for oily skin when you want your bas...
Natural Matte Longwear Foundation
Extensive shade range | Long-wearing | Buildable coverage
A classic option if longevity is your priority. Great for workdays, events, or whenever you just don’t want to keep checking and retouching your foundation.
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Longwear Matte Foundation | Estée Lauder
40 shades | Matte | Medium, buildable coverage
A really solid affordable option for oily skin. It’s designed to control shine and blur pores, and Maybelline describes it as non-comedogenic and suitable for normal-to-oily skin. 🔥
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Foundation Makeup
17 shades | Natural finish | Long-wearing
Lightweight but designed for long wear, with shine control. A good choice if you want something that can survive hot, humid days without feeling overly heavy.
Infallible 32H Fresh Wear Face Makeup Foundation 20 Ivory
18 shades | Soft-matte/natural | Medium-to-full, buildable
One of the local (Philippines) options I'd definitely include. It gives a more skin-like finish while still offering enough coverage to blur imperfections. It's particularly listed for combi...
Soft Veil Filter Foundation
Multiple shades | Natural finish | Buildable coverage
Great if you prefer a stick rather than a liquid foundation. It's lightweight, easy to blend, and current Philippine beauty guides list it as an option for oily, combination, normal, and dry skin...
Active Skin Stick
Multiple shades | Fresh/radiant finish | Buildable coverage
For people with oily skin who don't necessarily want a flat matte finish. This is a nice local alternative if you want your skin to still look fresh and naturally luminous. Current shopping...
blk cosmetics fresh radiant glow foundation (liquid foundation)
50 shades | Soft matte | Medium-to-full coverage
One of the best options to consider if you struggle with shine, heat, and humidity. It’s non-comedogenic, oil-free, and designed for balanced-to-oily skin.