Demi Matte Foundation

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Looking for a foundation for textured skin that strikes the perfect balance between a matte and dewy finish? Look no further than our collection of demi matte foundations. These versatile formulas offer a natural-looking, semi-matte finish that keeps your skin looking fresh and radiant all day long. Whether you prefer a lightweight, buildable coverage or a full-coverage formula that blurs imperfections, our range of demi matte foundations has something to suit every skin type and tone. Get ready to achieve a flawless complexion with just the right amount of luminosity.

HUDA BEAUTY#FauxFilter Luminous Matte Foundation

Size: 1.18 oz/ 35 ml·ITEM: 2425353

Color: 340G Baklava - warmer medium skin with golden undertone

1.2K Reviews

$42.00

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I was a little confused when seeing "luminous matte". I was unsure as to why we didn't call it a demi matte or satin finish, but over all this is a 10/10!...Pleasantly surprised that I loved this foundation after staying away from matte foundations for so long. ...New appreciation for Matte foundation!

What it is: A cult-favorite, fragrance-free foundation with full coverage, up to 24 hours of weightless wear, and a non-drying luminous matte finish.


Coverage: Full


Finish: Matte


Formulation: Liquid


Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and cruelty-free.


What Else You Need to Know: This blendable, full-coverage formula is fragrance-free, transfer-proof, waterproof, fade-proof, and sweat- and humidity-proof and offers up to 24 hours of wear. Essentially, this foundation is your new BFF. No matter the weather, occasion, or situation, #FauxFilter Luminous Matte won’t let you down.

CLINIQUEEven Better Clinical™ Serum Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 25

Size: 1.0 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2422467

Color: CN 28 Ivory - very fair, cool-neutal undertones

189 Reviews

$48.00

I’ve rinsed it off at the end of the day and my skin never seems irritated or dry, something I’ve experienced with other foundations. I will say to avoid matte or sticky primers (Milk Hydro Grip, Fenty matte), as it becomes extremely hard to blend and in some cases remove. ...This is full, demi-matte coverage. If you have oily skin, but Double Wear is too matte for your liking, this is perfect.

What it is: A 24-hour, full-coverage foundation that quickly perfects with a matte finish, plus visibly improves skin with three-serum technology.

Coverage: Full

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Liquid

Skin Type: Oily and Combination

SPF: 25

Highlighted Ingredients:
- UP302 and Vitamin C: Visibly reduces dark spots and uneven skin tone.
- Salicylic Acid: Re-texturizes skin‘s appearance.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Visibly plumps skin for a more youthful look.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, and sulfates SLS & SLES.

What Else You Need to Know: This oil-free foundation provides full coverage and a matte finish for up to 24 hou

Estée LauderDouble Wear Stay-in-Place 24-Hour Longwear Foundation

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 1465285

Color: 3C1 Dusk - medium with cool, rosy-peach undertones

7.6K Reviews

$52.00

i love this foundation! its the perfect matte. i HATE when matte foundations are too matte and look bland, dull and rock hard. this foundation is such a nice soft almost demi-matte and looks flawless on the skin! ...Favorite foundation, but.....Nice demi matte finish, lasts FOREVER. The only thing I wish they would do is add SPF.

What it is: A 24-hour liquid foundation with a flawless, natural, matte finish that unifies uneven skin tone and covers imperfections with buildable coverage.


Coverage: Full


Finish: Matte


Formulation: Liquid


Skin Type: Combination and Oily


Ingredient Callouts: Free of fragrance.

BeautyblenderBounce™ Liquid Whip Long Wear Foundation

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2571073

Color: 4.15W Tan Sienna - deep golden with rosy undertones

3.1K Reviews

$29.00

I would define this as having a Demi matte finish. It is not too drying for my skin but it does help absorb my excess oil....One of my favorite foundations hands down!! Such a beautiful Demi-Matte finish!!

What it is: A full-coverage, oil-free liquid foundation with a natural-looking matte finish that wears for up to 24 hours—now in upgraded, sustainable packaging.

Coverage: Full

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Visibly plumps skin and improves the look of fine lines.
- Antioxidant-Rich White Birch Extract: Soothes and visibly brightens skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.

La MerThe Soft Fluid Long Wear Foundation SPF 20

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2044600

Color: 400 Dusk - Deep Skin with Cool Undertone

404 Reviews

$150.00

I never right reviews but I fill like I have finally found the perfect foundation! It truly lasts all day with a soft matte finish that doesn’t settle in dry spots or break me out. ...But every time I was suggested a matte or Demi-matte foundation, they caked on my face and made my skin look decades older than I am.

What it is: A weightless, hydrating liquid foundation with buildable medium coverage, a naturally radiant finish for a healthy-looking glow and SPF protection.


Coverage: Medium


Finish: Natural


Formulation: Liquid


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


SPF: SPF 20


Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, coal tar, hydroquinone, and triclosan.


What Else You Need to Know: This silky, lightweight formula helps main

LancômeTeint Idole Ultra 24H Long Wear Matte Foundation with Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin E

Size: 1 oz·ITEM: 2667921

Color: 240W - For light to medium skin with warm/yellow undertones

4.2K Reviews

$53.00

New Fav foundation...It looked so smooth on the skin and gives a demi matte finish....And no matter which new one I try out, I always go back to this! It’s the perfect demi-matte finish and gives your face a glow without being too oily.

What it is: A full coverage, natural matte foundation that lasts up to 24 hours and delivers waterproof, sweat, humidity and transfer-resistant wear.


Coverage: Full


Finish: Matte


Formulation: Liquid


Ingredient Callouts: Free of mineral oil and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.


What Else You Need to

DIORDior Forever Matte Foundation SPF 15

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2508539

Color: 0N Neutral - fair skin with neutral tones

879 Reviews

$57.00

The formula is nice not a flat Matte. More like a natural Demi matte. Only con is the fragrance as I am sensitive to that :(...Holy grail matte foundation...It’s a much more forgiving matte foundation than most if your skin gets alittle dry.

What it is: A new generation, Dior foundation with 24H transfer-proof wear. With skincare ingredients, this matte formula visibly improves skin over time.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Liquid

SPF: SPF 30 and under

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Iris Extract: Guards against oxidation.
- Rose Extract: Refines skin texture.
- Wild Pansy Extract: Maintains hydration for healthy-looking skin.

CLINIQUEBeyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 1917657

Color: WN 54 Honey Wheat - medium beige shade; with a warm neutral undertone

2.6K Reviews

$40.00

First let me start by saying that as a women of color I appreciate the extensive shades that Clinique offers, This is a full coverage demi matte foundation, It's very important that you choose your primer wisely because if you choose the wrong formula this foundation will start to separate. ...One of my favourites with a demi matte finish. Doesn’t break up and good on dry and oilier areas.

What it is: A 24-hour wear, oil-free foundation and concealer in one that is lightweight and moisturizing—offering full-coverage without clogging pores.

Coverage: Full

Finish: Natural

Formulation: Cream

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Trehalose
- Lechitin
- Sodium Hyaluronate

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates.

What Else You Need to Know: Clinique’s Beyond Perfecting Liquid Foundation has a natural matte finish with full coverage.

NARSNatural Radiant Longwear Full Coverage Foundation

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2031185

Color: Macao - Medium 4 - MD4 - medium-deep to deep with warm undertones, and an olive tone

4.1K Reviews

$54.00

This foundation has a good coverage and I love the demi-matte finish. ...It doesn’t feel heavy on the skin and it leaves my skin looking so soft and still like skin with a demi matte finish. Only complaint is that it does stick to dry patches but a bit of exfoliating and the right primer fixed that right up!

What it is: A buildable, full-coverage foundation with up to 16 hours of lightweight, natural, fade-resistant wear.


Coverage: Full


Finish: Natural


Formulation: Liquid


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination


Highlighted Ingredients: 

- Blend of Fruit Extracts (Raspberry, Apple, and Watermelon): Helps support skin’s elastic fibers to smooth the look of skin’s texture over time for optimal radiance.

Too FacedBorn This Way Natural Finish Longwear Liquid Foundation

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2084697

Color: Truffle - rich with golden undertones

15.1K Reviews

$47.00

Born this Way foundation is a pretty good, full coverage, matte foundation. ...This time, the foundation looked absolutely gorgeous. The foundation did not settle in dry spots, had a demi-matte finish, and I did not get shiny in my T-zone until about 6 hours later.

What it is: An oil-free lightweight foundation that masterfully diffuses the line between makeup and skin for undetectable coverage.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Coconut Water: Aids in delicately replenishing skin’s moisture levels.
- Alpine Rose: Helps support skin’s health and resilience.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Gives a smoother, more youthful appearance.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.

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“It blurs the skin creating the perfect base for foundation application, but also looks great alone as it still has that blurring effect”
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