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Foundation Reviews

Peaches 'n cream-complected young people need not apply, but the rest of us need a little help evening out skin tone, hiding sun damage, and masking enlarged pores.  That's where a proper foundation comes in.  There are two main ways to use this product: mineral powder (praised for its non-comedogenic and natural sun blocking properties) and liquid formulations (best for creating a dewy glowing look).  Be sure to change your usual shade by season to best match your natural tone.  If you can't decide between two shades, go for the darker one to give your complexion warmth and mask flaws better.

ChickAdvisor members give props to powdered foundations from Bare Escentuals bareMinerals, MAC Studio Fix Powder plus Foundation, and Maybelline New York Mineral Power Loose Foundation.  High marks for liquid formulas belong to Maybelline New York Dream Liquid Mousse, Marcelle New-Age Anti-Wrinkle Makeup, and Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation.

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Revlon Colorstay Whipped Foundation
I wear this foundation almost everyday. Its a bit pricey but worth it. I have combination skin and it keeps my face from becoming really oily throughout the day. It goes on smooth and feels nice after applying. My only complaint would be that you cannot test the product in...


6 reviews
Maybelline New York Fit Me Foundation
I love this foundation! The first thing I noticed about this foundation is the wonderful texture. It is light, thin and very creamy. It blends easily and evenly, and has a natural, satiny-dewy finish. I do notice a slight fragrance, which can be bothersome to those sensitive to...


6 reviews
Maybelline Super Stay 24-Hour Makeup
I LOVE this makeup. It is medium coverage which is great for concealing blemishes, under eye bags and dark spots. I have pretty oily skin and i find that this makeup creates a nice matte-like finish on my skin. It does not clog my pores and provides enough coverage; it is long...


11 reviews
Marcelle Oil-Free Matte Finish Makeup
I was looking for a foundation that would help with my shiny t-zone area. I was getting tired of my face feeling like an oil slick by mid afternoon and my foundation sliding away. I came across Marcelle's Matte Finish Foundation and decided to give it a try. After reading...


6 reviews
L'oreal magic skin beautifier BB
I really liked this bb cream! Use caution when choosing the right shade, At first I got it in "light" but it was WAY to dark and orange for me. I took it back to Walmart and exchanged it with the fair shade with no problems. While I don't have fair skin at all I found this shade...


4 reviews
Rimmel London Lasting Finish 25 Hour Foundation
This is the only foundation that I use. I have a lot of redness in my skintone and this coveres it beautifully and it lasts all day. It is a bit heavy and although it says it doesnt transfer, it does. However, after trying dozens of foundations to try and find one that will work...


7 reviews
Covergirl outlast stay fabulous 3-in-1 fondation
By far the best foundation I've used. It has the proper coverage and you only have to use about the size of a dime to cover your whole face. It says it lasts the whole day...and it does completely last the whole day!


3 reviews
Covergirl NatureLuxe Liquid Silk Foundation
I've been using this foundation since it came out and I absolutely love it. I's lasted me over a year and I use it everyday. Its medium coverage and you can build it up.


4 reviews
MAC SPF 15 Moistureblend
The concept is really good, but as with all MAC foundations, it does have an orange undertone. If you find it matches your skin (it only matches me during hot summer days) then go for it. If not, know there are alternatives. On a side note, the sponge is not the greatest way...


6 reviews
MAC Mineralize Satin Finish SPF 15 Foundation
Great foundation, don't need any powder has a very smooth finish


8 reviews
Make Up For Ever Professional Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation
On my quest for the best mattifying products, I was recommended this by a consultant at Sephora. Wow was I disappointed. I used to have a lot of acne so I have a lot of acne scars on my face. This did not cover very well, even after trying to layer it on (as the consultant told...


7 reviews
Cover FX Powder FX Pressed Mineral Powder Foundation
worked really well, lasted all night long


3 reviews
Annabelle Skin True Foundation
I bought this foundation in August and I after trying it out for a few months I have to say that I really like it. I have moderate dry skin and I apply this foundation with a damp sponge and I was really pleased that it doesn't enhance my dry skin. This foundation dries to...


5 reviews
Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder
I originally didn't get the hype about this product. I started using it more frequently, and now I find myself reaching for it every day. I have it in "translucent" and it's one of the best setting powders I've tried from the drugstore. Sometimes I apply it with a kabuki or...


8 reviews
Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup
Clinique offers a great foundation one you don't have to worry about it clogging pores or causing breakouts. This weightless foundation offeres amazing full coverage. The only complaint I had was choosing my colour I'm usually an ivory but it was too dark. I will definitely...


5 reviews
Rimmel Cool Matte Mousse Foundation 16Hr
The Rimmel Cool Matte Mousse 16Hr foundation is one of my favorite that I've ever tried! It comes in a pot and it has a mousse consistency, so it feels very light on your skin. You hardly feel as though you're wearing foundation. It gives my skin a soft matte finish...


5 reviews
Neutrogena Shine Control Makeup
This is really good and keeps me shine free for hours


2 reviews
Revlon Colorstay Foundation
I love this foundation its great and full coverage. It is very comparable to a high end foundation. But for a cheaper price!


8 reviews
Nars Sheer Matte Foundation
This is an okay foundation but not worth the money IMHO. I found the formula too sheer, and believe it or not, had a weird powdery finish on me. It felt drying and the formula simply didn't last thru the entire day as I needed it to. Quite a disappointment, considering the...


6 reviews
The Body Shop Nature's Minerals Foundation
This is my new favourite foundation. It give light natural coverage and doesn't look cakey. But evens my skin tone and conceals redness. It lasts all day and feels great. The packaging is very practical and minimizes product waste. I will buy this foundation again! Body...


4 reviews