Sheer foundation is a foundation that is thin enough to allow your skin to breathe but still provides coverage for blemishes or discoloration. Here are some great sheer foundations available today.
Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2649010
Color: G3 - very deep
$28.00
However, I am so sad that I have to return this because the coverage is just not enough for me (esp as I have acne). I don’t mind sheer foundations (like Reboot), but this one is even so much more sheer than that, I can’t see it on my skin at all. ...Really sheer coverage, gives such a beautiful glow! I personally love to mix it with a medium coverage foundation...Amazing formula but too sheer
What it is: A lightweight skin tint with sheer coverage that evens out the look of skin tone, minimizes appearance of pores, and leaves skin with a smooth, dewy finish.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Radiant
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Glycerin: Helps skin attract and retain moisture.
- Diamond Powder: Visibly minimizes the look of pores with a brightening and blurring effect.
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.
Size: 1.2 oz / 35 ml·ITEM: 2690980
Color: 14 - Medium deep with neutral warm undertones
$49.00
Sheer goodness...I have so much trouble finding a good foundation because my face is so red half the time but this foundation is amazing! ...This is a very nice sheer foundation. It gives the skin a very nice sheer and natural finish.
What it is: A lightweight skin tint that boosts moisture levels by up to 52% for a dewy glow, and provides a sheer veil of coverage for comfortable, all-day wear.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Radiant
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Meadowfoam Seed Oil: Replenishes with nourishing fatty acids to strengthen skin’s moisture barrier.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Attracts water to plump skin with hydration.
- Plant-Based Squalane: Protects against moisture loss to help retain skin’s natural radiance.
Size: 0.3 oz / 9 g·ITEM: 2765816
Color: 13 Deep - tan-deep with neutral undertones
$46.00
I have been using this in place of bronzing drops when I apply primer, it goes on easier than a dropper and it sheers out beautifully using either my fingers or a brush. ...Great highlight foundation...I received this product for my honest opinion The Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Hydrating Foundation Stick is an amazing stick Foundation.
What it is: A light coverage, hydrating foundation stick in 20 flexible shades that glides and blends for a weightless, second-skin finish and glow.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Radiant
Formulation: Stick
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Multi-Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid Blend: Gives the skin a plumper appearance and nourishes.
- Vitamin E: Visibly transforms dull complexions with antioxidant and moisturizing abilities.
- Daikon Radish Seed Oil: Moisturizes and helps skin look smoother and firmer over time.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes,
Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2620482
Color: 26N - dark with neutral undertone
$42.00
It is a bit thick though, so might mix it with a more sheer or more lightweight foundation....Sheer and buildable foundation!!...The coverage is definitely buildable for full coverage or you can keep it light for a more natural look. It feels very sheer and lightweight on the skin. I almost forgot I was wearing foundation.
What it is: A breathable, luminous foundation that effortlessly builds and blends to illuminate the complexion with customizable, long-wearing coverage.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Grapeseed Oil and Vegetal Squalene: Provide restoring moisturizing benefits.
- Perfecting Powders: Works with skins natural texture for a smoothed and enhanced finish.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, and triclocarban. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
ITEM: 135616
Color: Matte Amande III (W)
$52.00
I liked it because of the dual finish. It was a sheer/medium coverage, more medium when applied damp. ...Truly have never had such a fantastic foundation. I apply it dry after toner and my skin has never looked better.
What it is: A sheer-to-full-coverage powder foundation has a versatile, mattifying, and long-wearing finish that is perfect for all skin types, including oily.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Pressed Powder
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
What Else You Need to Know: This versatile matte foundation is buildable, long-lasting, and can be used wet or dry. The face powder is perfect for on-the-go touch-ups, covering imperfections, and as a sheer-coverage setting powder. The lightweight formula does not cake and offers a shine-free, natural look.
Size: 0.24 oz / 7 g·ITEM: 2643096
Color: Translucent Medium - for medium-to-medium deep skin tones
$49.00
Sheer Glow...This powder is perfect over foundation or on its own. I tend to lean more towards a natural look and this definitely looks great on its own and gives a subtle glow. ...Light but matte finish powder. Nice for natural, sheer wear.
What it is: A pressed finishing powder that enhances the look of skin and makeup with a natural, luminous finish, instantly adding dimension and enlivening skin.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Pressed Powder
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Chamomile Extract and Rose Oil: Provides all-day skin comfort that becomes one with skin.
- High Resolution Pigments and Custom-Pearl Blends: Enliven complexion, instantly lift sallowness and dullness.
- Auto-Balancing Technology: Helps balance moisture and control shine immediately and over time.
Size: 0.3 oz/ 9.2 g·ITEM: 1530476
Color: 1N2 - 2 (light beige with pink undertones)
$52.00
I love the feeling of setting your foundation with a powder and when it doesn't feel heavy at all. ...I have samples and tried tons of powders and foundations. By far this powder in conjunction with the moisturizing foundation provides awesome coverage and makes my skin look soft and smooth.
What it is: A lightweight, oil-free powder foundation that can be applied dry or wet for custom coverage and matte or natural finish.
Coverage: Medium
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Pressed Powder
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and fragrance.
What Else You Need to Know: This foundation reduces the appearance of shine, evens the look of skin tone, hydrates, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and pores. It feels light and fresh, wears all day, and stays color-true. The compact includes a sponge applicator.
Size: 0.2 oz/ 6 g·ITEM: 1195304
Color: Light 08 - for very light neutral skin with subtle yellow undertones
$39.00
we love the sheer coverage of the Bare Minerals foundations....It builds up for great coverage or dusts on to absorb oil and just look sheer. The matte foundation is very matte. I love both bareMinerals foundations although the new sifter top is wonderful.
What it is: A clean, loose mineral foundation that delivers buildable sheer-to-full coverage with a matte finish while helping to control excess oil.
Coverage: Medium
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Loose Powder
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
SPF: SPF 30 and Under
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide: Provides mineral-based SPF protection.
- Silica/Calcium Silicate and Lauroyl Lysine: Provide a matte finish with a silky, soft-skin feel and helps controls oil.
- Iron Oxides: Provides clean, mineral-based pigments for natural-looking color and coverage.