Water Based Foundation

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Water-based foundation is a type of foundation whose base is, well, water. Water-based foundations are ideal for people with sensitive skin, dry skin, or those looking for something a little more lightweight. Pro tip: when using a water-based foundation, be sure to pair it with a water-based primers to avoid your foundation separating on your face (water and oil don't mix!).

ONE/SIZE by Patrick StarrrTurn Up the Base Full Beat Waterproof Liquid Foundation

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2805190

Color: Medium 40 G - medium, golden undertones

593 Reviews

$44.00

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a must-have foundation...The One Size Turn Up the Base full-base foundation DELIVERED and the shade range is inclusive which I LOVE....The new Turn Up The Base liquid foundation was easy to apply and held up even after splashing water on my face!

What it is: A long-wear, waterproof, sweatproof foundation formulated with only 16 ingredients that gives full coverage and maximum comfort to visibly blur and smooth without clogging pores.

Coverage: Full

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Lauryl Lysine: An amino acid that prevents makeup breakdown and provides water and sweat resistance.
- Alkane Complex: 100 percent plant-derived emollients replace silicone for a smooth feel.
- Rice Silk Powder: Blurs skin with a soft-focus effect.

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

DIORForever Natural Velvet Matte Compact Foundation

Size: 0.4 oz / 10 g·ITEM: 2654622

Color: 2W IN

55 Reviews

$60.00

Really nice powder foundation...I've tried many powder foundations and since buying this 6 months ago, it's been in regular rotation. ...So happy I finally found a powder foundation that is beautiful, blurring, not dry feeling, and has my perfect shade 🤩 I’ve tried countless powder foundations and was scared to try this one.. so glad I did!!

What it is: A transfer-proof compact foundation that visibly reduces shine and provides up to 24 hours of natural-looking, matte coverage with a smooth, refined finish.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Pressed Powder

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Iris Extract: Delivers antioxidant benefits.
- Wild Pansy Flower Extract: Preserves hydration.
- Rose Extract: Visibly refines pores.

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. It is also gluten-free.

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NARSLight Reflecting Pressed Setting Powder

Size: .35 oz/ 10 g·ITEM: 2268654

Color: Crystal - very light to light

858 Reviews

$42.00

It doesn’t make my foundation look dry or cakey. It sets my makeup just enough that I can still see my glow from within. ...Neither of us felt like it gave our skin that airbrush blurring effect that some reviewers describe, however I have found that I absolutely adore using it for setting my concealer, smoothing out my eye base before applying shadow, and toning down shine on my skin after applying moisturizer or sunscreen.

What it is: A bestselling pressed powder that locks makeup in place up to all day with a luminous, photo-ready finish.

Coverage: Light

Finish:
Radiant

Formulation:
Pressed Powder

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Micro-fine Mineral Powders: Glycerin and vitamin E guard against dryness and keep skin comfortable.
- Light Reflecting Complex™: Visibly restores skin’s youthful radiance.
- Photochromic Technology: No-flashback formula makes skin look perfect in person and on camera.

MAKE UP FOR EVERMini HD Skin Hydra Glow Skincare Foundation with Hyaluronic Acid

Size: 0.4 oz·ITEM: 2738177

Color: 1N14 - Beige - for light skin with neutral undertones

83 Reviews

$22.00

I received so many compliments on my skin compared to other foundations! Definitely recommend!...I’m just going to list all others I’ve used that this blows out of the water- Estee lauder, Gucci, Mac, IT cos., colourpop, fenty, maybelline, Clinique & Lancôme.

What it is: An 86 percent skincare-based foundation with medium coverage and a naturally luminous finish that hydrates, smooths appearance, and visibly plumps and brightens skin rapidly and over time.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hydra-Skin Booster Complex™: Mimics the hydrating effect of a sheet mask.

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.

What Else You Need to Know: Inspired by skincare sheet masks

Yves Saint LaurentNU BARE LOOK TINT Hydrating Skin Tint Foundation with Hyaluronic Acid

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2489227

Color: 18 - dark with warm undertones

1.4K Reviews

$48.00

I have done the legwork and this is by far one of the best bases I have ever put on my face. It’s absolutely phenomenal, Good coverage, looks glowing, natural and weightless. ...Light Foundation...The packaging is very cute and helps with the squeezing out the water formulation. Great light foundation

What it is: A lightweight skin tint with hyaluronic acid and buildable light-to-medium coverage for a fresh, dewy complexion.

Coverage: Light

Finish:
Radiant

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Visibly plumps and moisturizes skin.
- Glycerin: Traps moisture and hydrates skin.
- Mallow: 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, and triclosan. It also comes in recyclable packaging.

PATRICK TAMajor Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo

Size: .32 oz cream and .14 oz powder / 9 g cream and 4 g powder·ITEM: 2607273

Color: Fair 4 - cool rose

1.2K Reviews

$52.00

DONT USE WATER BASED PRIMER...The reason people are having results with separation is due to using a water based primer!...It doesn't cling to my texture either, and worked well with my other base products! I definitely reccomend

What it is: A duo that includes a blendable, medium-coverage cream foundation paired with a satin-finish powder.

What Else You Need to Know: This duo includes a buildable, breathable cream formula that melts into and moves with the skin. It also includes an air-spun setting powder that blurs the appearance of pores to create a flawless-looking, skin-like finish.

This Set Contains:
- 0.42 oz/ 12 g Cream Foundation
- 0.31 oz/ 9 g Powder

NUDESTIXTinted Cover Liquid Foundation

Size: 1 oz / 30 ml·ITEM: 2661528

Color: NUDE 4

171 Reviews

$38.00

GO-TO Skin Tint/Foundation...I love that this product has light coverage: it covers enough but not everything! The perfect everyday base product with a natural finish that can be adjusted to be more satin or dewy. ...My all time favorite foundation...I love Mac face and body. I loved the water foundation from makeup forever. This tops those foundations by a mile.

What it is: Skin tint liquid foundation with buildable coverage for getting an even skin tone and a flawless natural makeup finish.


Coverage: Light


Finish: Natural


Formulation: Liquid


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Rosemary Extract: Packed with skin-loving phenolic compounds

- Coffee Seed Extract: Powerful antioxidant, Vitamin E plus other natural antioxidants

- Green Tea Extract: Packed with plant polyphenols, soothing Antioxidant, Anti-pollution

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

Size: 1 oz·ITEM: 2668093

Color: 415W - For medium-deep skin with warm/golden undertones

4.9K Reviews

$53.00

I think that this will be my go to drug store foundations....Excellent base product!...I find it hard to find good skincare/base products to use that doesn’t break me out or apply uneven and this one is excellent!

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.


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bareMineralsBAREPRO® 24HR Skin Perfecting Talc-Free Matte Powder Foundation

Size: 0.28 oz / 8 g·ITEM: 2850279

Color: Medium 30 Cool - for medium cool skin with a pink hue

402 Reviews

$42.00

I don’t normally use powder foundation but was excited to try this gifted product. ...I highly recommend this to anyone that needs or wants a flawless base finish!

What it is: A talc-free, natural matte foundation that provides up to 24 hours of breathable full coverage and all-day oil control, while reducing the look of pores.

Coverage: Full

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Pressed Powder

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Brightening Pineapple Complex with Licorice Root: Visibly brightens and refreshes skin's texture by supporting cell turnover.
- Cocoa Butter and Shea Butter: Help to preserve skin's moisture balance.
- Peony Flower and Sugarcane-Derived Squalane: Promote the appearance of smoother skin by targeting roughness.

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

What Else You Need to Know: This skin-improvi

DIORBackstage Face & Body Foundation

Size: 1.7 oz / 50 g·ITEM: 2669166

Color: 1W - WARM - Very fair skin with golden undertones

5.3K Reviews

$43.00

I’ve also tried different primers and moisturizers because I had problems with the foundations creasing and falling into fine lines and dry patches, but THIS foundation is a game changer. ...It’s an exact match and more lightweight that Mac water weight

What it is: A hydrating foundation that delivers buildable coverage for the face and body, resists heat and humidity, and leaves a luminous makeup look.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Squalane
- Hyaluronic Acid

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.

What Else You Need to Know: This foundation is formulated with 94 percent natural-origin ingredients and hyaluronic acid. It delivers intense hydration and a secon

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