Sheer Foundation

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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.

GlossierPerfecting Skin Tint for Dewy Sheer Coverage

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2649010

Color: G3 - very deep

441 Reviews

$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.

HourglassVeil™ Hydrating Skin Tint Foundation

Size: 1.2 oz / 35 ml·ITEM: 2690980

Color: 14 - Medium deep with neutral warm undertones

1.3K Reviews

$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.


Charlotte TilburyUnreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Hydrating Foundation Stick

Size: 0.3 oz / 9 g·ITEM: 2765816

Color: 13 Deep - tan-deep with neutral undertones

914 Reviews

$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,

MAKEUP BY MARIOSurrealSkin™ Luminous Hydrating Foundation

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2620482

Color: 26N - dark with neutral undertone

2.8K Reviews

$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.

$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.

Laura MercierReal Flawless Luminous Perfecting Talc-Free Pressed Powder

Size: 0.24 oz / 7 g·ITEM: 2643096

Color: Translucent Medium - for medium-to-medium deep skin tones

250 Reviews

$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.

Laura MercierSmooth Finish Foundation Powder

Size: 0.3 oz/ 9.2 g·ITEM: 1530476

Color: 1N2 - 2 (light beige with pink undertones)

697 Reviews

$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.

bareMineralsMatte Loose Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15 

Size: 0.2 oz/ 6 g·ITEM: 1195304

Color: Light 08 - for very light neutral skin with subtle yellow undertones

7.9K Reviews

$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.

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“You can see in my swatch that it immediately sheers out to almost nothing upon applying pressure”
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“But you can you this alone and you’ll look flawless. You can pair it with the liquid foundation and your skin will look flawlessssss”
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“Abosultely lovely! This is a great mate/sheer buildable lipstick, and a shade "18 fume" is beautiful”
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“Recently, I wrote another glowing review for a different base product and spoke way too soon (it started to make my skin itchy)... so I've actually exchanged it for the Dior. ”
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“This product leaves your skin actually feeling very dewy and sheer looking and I would totally recommend if your just looking for a skin tone neutralizer type of deal”
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“Good coverage though! I like Mac face and body better for an actual tinted moisturizer. Good for the combo folks and maybe good enough for oily people if you have a good primer”
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“I’ve been using this foundation both by itself and in conjunction with other foundations (hourglass stick, fenty) and it gives a beautiful airbrush finish”
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“Even though it’s very pricey for me, it is Very smoothing and it’s the perfect shade for me as I was looking for a foundation exactly my shade”
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“After only a few days, my wrinkles and fine lines reduced with the smooth Shiseido RevitalEssence Foundation. My face is glowing and even used down my neck for a youthful glow”
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“with minimal touch up. i get very oily in my t-zone especially if i'm dancing all night and this foundation never cakes up around my nose like most foundations do”