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Foundations I Actually Use – Light, Full & Everyday Faves
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items A flawless base starts with the right foundation — and over time I’ve tested drugstore, high-end, and viral formulas to find the ones that actually work. Whether you want light skin tint for daily glow or full glam coverage, this list has you covered...
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Medium to Full Coverage Foundations
Light Coverage / Skin Tints
Powder Foundations
Medium to Full Coverage Foundations
These are the ones I reach for when I need long wear, event-level glam, or want to cover breakouts. Matte, satin, or natural finish — they all blend beautifully and last all day.
A radiant finish with serious coverage? Yes please. This one looks like skin, has a beautiful glow without looking oily, and blends like a dream. I usually wear this in winter or when I want a soft glam look. It’s around $50 and lasts forever because...
Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation | NARS Cosmetics
This foundation walks the line between full and natural — it covers beautifully but still feels hydrating and comfortable. Great for dry or combo skin, and it gives that “your skin but better” effect. Priced at around $49, and it’s one of my most rep...
Born This Way Flawless Coverage Natural Finish Foundation
This one is bulletproof. It stays flawless through heat, humidity, and long nights, while still looking smooth and matte (but never flat). I wear it to events or on days when I need it to last 10+ hours. Totally worth the $48 price tag — it’s an icon...
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation | Estée Lauder
Light Coverage / Skin Tints
These are my everyday, “I want to look alive but not cakey” products. Think: glow, hydration, and just enough coverage to feel confident.
This is a skincare-makeup hybrid I love for glowy skin days. It has SPF, hyaluronic acid, and feels like a serum on the skin. Dewy, light, and so easy to blend with fingers. It’s definitely on the pricier side at $48, but you get skin benefits with c...
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 - ILIA Beauty
This one has a soft matte, blurred finish that looks super smooth without being heavy. I love it on oily skin days or when I want something low-effort that still looks polished. It costs around $35 and is totally beginner-friendly.
Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint — 20 - Fenty Beauty
This drugstore gem surprised me. It feels hydrating, gives subtle glow, and evens out redness perfectly. Great for “no-makeup” makeup looks and layers well with cream blush. The fact that it’s only $17 makes it a total steal.
L'Oreal Paris True Match tonirani serum 3-4 Light - Medium
Powder Foundations
Perfect for oily skin, touch-ups, or setting your base. These give that blurred, finished look without caking.
A classic. It gives buildable coverage, sets liquid foundation beautifully, and works great solo for quick matte days. I keep one in my bag at all times. It’s around $40, but it lasts a long time.
Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation - Jasmin
This one feels light and breathable, but still gives really decent coverage — especially when buffed in with the right brush. Clean ingredients and good for sensitive skin. I’d say it’s worth the $38.
bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation with SPF 15
If you want something budget-friendly that holds up, this is it. Keeps shine away, covers redness, and works well on its own or over a BB cream. At just $13, it’s amazing for the price.
Super Stay® Up To 24Hr Hybrid Powder-Foundation - Maybelline