the best foundation for acne scars
Sephora customers often prefer the following products when searching for the best foundation for acne scars.
Acne scars are a common problem, and they can be difficult to treat. While you can't always prevent them, you can reduce their appearance with the right foundation. Here are some of the best foundations for acne scars.
IT CosmeticsCC+ Cream Full Coverage Color Correcting Foundation with SPF 50+
Size: 1.08 oz/ 32 mL·ITEM: 2130946
Color: Neutral Medium - natural beige shade with neutral undertones
$47.00
Stay on the whole day, light weighted, looks super nature, cover effect is great and recover effect is also very noticeable, my acne scar gets lighter after using it within a week...I like this a lot. I have a cystic acne scar and this does a good job at covering it.
What it is: A color-correcting, full-coverage foundation with SPF 50 physical mineral sunscreen that delivers a flawless, natural finish.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Cream
SPF: SPF over 30
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Collagen: Enhances visible elasticity for a youthful, smooth appearance.
- Peptides: Help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and support natural collagen for smoother, firmer-looking skin.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Locks in moisture, supports visible elasticity, and diminishes the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates parabens and phthalates.
tarteMini Amazonian Clay 16-Hour Full Coverage Foundation
Size: 0.5 oz/ 15 mL·ITEM: 2476174
Color: 26N Light-Medium Neutral - light to medium skin with warm, golden undertones
$18.00
Full coverage and the only foundation that actually matches down on my neck! Goes on silky, a little goes a long way and I NEED full coverage for my acne scars!...I am super impressed by this foundation! I have a LOT to cover, and this did such a nice job hiding my scarring.
What it is: A mini oil free, 16-hour full-coverage foundation. Formulated with Amazonian clay for a light-weight feel and matte finish.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Amazonian Clay: Acts as nature's most perfect ingredient for better, longer, truer wear.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, sulfates SLS & SLES, and triclosan. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This skin-mimicking full-coverage foundation never cakes or creases.
LancômeDUAL FINISH – Multi-tasking Longwear Powder Foundation
ITEM: 135616
Color: Matte Amande III (W)
$52.00
I use the primer associated with it, my skin Feels and looks amazing. I don't have acne prone skin or scarring on my face I just wanted something of light coverage something to give my skin a smooth even finish. ...I have oily skin that is prone to acne and scarring, especially during stress. For years I have used this product - it helps to minimize breakouts and the scars.
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.
$42.00
I have rosacea and acne scars that need color correcting concealer. ...This pressed powder works well as advertised to ease the look of red spots (acne, scarring, noses feeling severe weather and colds : ) For the price point I would not use it as a full concealer, but it does its job well to finish hiding those stubborn spots regular concealer just can't.
What it is: A pressed powder that reduces the appearance of redness on contact.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Probiotic (Lactobacillus): Soothes, helps support the skin’s barrier, and helps restore balance to its microbiome.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates.
What Else You Need to Know: This product is ideal for skin types with mild-to-moderate rosacea or reactive redness.
La MerThe Soft Fluid Long Wear Foundation SPF 20
Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2277424
Color: 420 Terra - Deep Skin with Neutral Undertone
$150.00
I have a lot of texture from acne scars and pigmentation. I've noticed after wearing this everyday my skin has improved a lot. ...My face looks flawless and blurred pores and it blurs most of my acne scarring. I’m typically more of a very thick full coverage foundation girl but I absolutely love this foundation and I want to buy it for the rest of my life.
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
BASMAThe Foundation Stick for Hydrating, Buildable Coverage and Natural Finish
Size: 0.22 oz / 6.3 g·ITEM: 2681153
Color: 32 - light skin with warm yellow undertones
$40.00
it’s been so hard to find a foundation that perfectly matches my neutral undertones, covers my acne scars, & still feels like skin. ...I wouldn’t get it if you have very dark acne scarring to cover, but it is a great light-medium weight foundation.
What it is: A buttery-soft, buildable, and lightweight foundation stick that evens out skin tone and leaves your skin with a natural glow.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Stick
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe Vera Extract: Supports collagen production and visibly improves elasticity.
- Vitamin E: An antioxidant that facilitates skin hydration.
- Apricot Butter: Helps nurture, revitalize, and soften skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan and cruelty-free
SEPHORA COLLECTIONBest Skin Ever Matte Powder Foundation
Size: 0.26 oz / 7.5 g·ITEM: 2667525
Color: 57N Deep - deep, neutral undertone
$22.00
I have light redness in the face from acne scarring, and while the student cover it up completely with just one, so if I put it on my face and felt more blurred. ...i use this alot and i have very sensitive skin and dont break out at all. covers up acne scars well
What it is: A medium-to-full buildable coverage, long-wearing matte powder foundation that is formulated to even skin tone, smooth imperfections and control shine up to 8 hours.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Pressed Powder
GlossierPerfecting Skin Tint for Dewy Sheer Coverage
Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2649010
Color: G3 - very deep
$28.00
this was really great at first, but the more i used it the more i noticed this product really clings to any dry patches. it was pretty good at evening my skin, but it doesn't hide acne scars at all. it's not the worst product but also not the best....This is my go to everyday - I have sensitive skin and acne scarring. I just love this product I find it helps my skin barrier as well.
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.
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