Best Foundation For Beginners

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A foundation is arguably the most important step in your makeup routine. It's what gives your face its color, texture, and even shape. The right foundation will give you a smooth, even look that lasts all day. Here are some of the best foundations for beginners.

GivenchyPrisme Libre Glow Serum Blurring Foundation with Natural Finish

Size: 1 oz / 30 ml·ITEM: 2833994

Color: 2C - light with cool undertones ​

540 Reviews

$82.50

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One of the bests!!!...This foundation is chefs kiss truly!!! I have somewhat combination skin but this gives me the perfect amount of glow and feels hydrating which I LOVE! ...Its ease of blending was remarkable, even for a makeup novice.

What it is: A lightweight, hydrating non-comedogenic skincare-infused foundation with a natural finish & buildable coverage that blurs and improves skin over time.


Coverage: Medium


Formulation: 
Liquid


Highlighted Ingredients: 
- Micro Hyaluronic Acid: Provides long-lasting hydration.

- Ceramides Yuzu Extract: Visibly plumps skin.

- Prismatic Light Technology: Provides 24 hours of blur and enhances skin's natural radiance.


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

Fenty Beauty by RihannaEaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint

Size: 1.08 oz/ 32 mL·ITEM: 2431765

Color: 1 - light with cool neutral undertones

3.4K Reviews

$51.50

It’s not thick, sticky, or patchy. I am a beginner when it comes to full face & this was so easy to work with. ...This is a great skin tint for beginners:)...Beginner friendly & buildable!!!...Perfect for beginners!

What it is: A lightweight, buildable light-to-medium coverage foundation that leaves skin looking blurred and smoothed—In 25 flexible shades for all.


Coverage: Light


Finish: 
Natural


Formulation: 
Liquid


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


What Else You Need to Know: This is a an easy-to-apply, flexible skin tint Rihanna wanted to create. It quickly and visibly evens out your complexion with a blurred effect.

LancômeTeint Idole Ultra Wear Care & Glow Foundation​ with Hyaluronic Acid

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2589190

Color: 430C - Medium - deep with cool red undertones

3.8K Reviews

$77.00

a second skin like foundation...This is a must have for beginners and experts....Not For Beginners...I don't think I have ever used a foundation that was scented or at least not as loud as the one in this foundation.

What it is: An up to 24-hour, healthy-looking glow serum foundation with buildable medium coverage and SPF 27, plus hyaluronic and mandelic acids to hydrate and smooth skin for a natural-looking glow finish.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

SPF: SPF 30 and under

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates and visibly plumps the skin.
- Mandelic Acid: Smooths and refines the 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.

What Else You Need to Know: This skincare-inf

Westman AtelierVital Skin Full Coverage Multi-Use Foundation Stick

Size: 0.31oz / 9g·ITEM: 2434249

Color: Atelier XI - medium toffee, warm undertone

906 Reviews

$92.00

I loveee this foundation. I’m a makeup novice and this is super easily to use and has a very natural finish. ...Better description for those who are novice in the makeup game

What it is: Clean, high performance cream foundation and concealer stick packed with nourishing ingredients for a radiant, second skin, natural finish.


Coverage: Medium


Finish: Natural


Formulation: Stick


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Vegetable-Derived Squalane: Helps prevent moisture loss.

- Phytosphingosine: Skin-soothing and calming properties.

- Berryflux Vita: Hydration-boosting and youth-preserving properties.


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

Bobbi BrownSkin Foundation Stick

Size: 0.31 oz/ 9 g·ITEM: 1587567

Color: Warm Ivory (W-026) - very light beige with yellow undertones; for very light skin

1.2K Reviews

$77.00

I used this foundation stick YEARS ago and liked it. I read all the reviews before making the purchase, and the description says a "perfect starter foundation"....what does starter mean? ...I'm in my 40s but a makeup novice. This matches my skin tone perfectly and goes on super smooth.

What it is: A foundation formulated with a unique transparent base and that’s expertly calibrated to your undertone to even out and correct the complexion.

Coverage: Full

Finish: Natural

Formulation: Stick

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates. This product is also gluten-free.

What Else You Need to Know: Featuring a blend of emollients like olive extract and shea butter, the formula moisturizes wherever skin is dry. It delivers medium to full coverage and is water-, sweat-, and humidity-resistant.

PATRICK TAMajor Skin Hydra-Luxe Luminous Skin Perfecting Foundation For Natural Glow

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2793503

Color: 20 Golden - tan with golden undertones

1.4K Reviews

$81.00

Great starter foundation for all....Great foundation that feels super lux and super hydrating on my skin. ...Triple whammy of an amazing foundation!...It helps cover some fine lines and wrinkles, and gives a nice glow when applied, it feels amazingly hydrating and not at all cakey like some foundations. I would recommend this to anyone from beginners to professionals.

What it is: A luminous foundation with serum-inspired ingredients and light-to-medium buildable coverage that boosts hydration and blends seamlessly into skin. 


Coverage: Medium


Finish: 
Radiant


Formulation: 
Liquid


Best for Skin Types: Normal, Oily, Dry, Combination


Highlighted Ingredients: 
- Three Forms of Hyaluronic Acid: Visibly plump and hydrate.

- Plant-Derived Squalane: Visibly improves elasticity and diffuses fine lines.

- Kombucha: Enhances the look of smoothness and radiance.

ILIASkin Rewind Blurring Foundation and Concealer Complexion Stick

Size: 0.35 oz / 10 g·ITEM: 2739878

Color: 39N Laurel - Extra deep with neutral undertones

1.5K Reviews

$65.00

Whether you're a makeup novice or a seasoned pro, this product is sure to become a staple in your beauty arsenal....Easy to use foundation/concealer...I have never used foundation before, so I don't have anything to compare this to, but I feel like this is perfect for me.

What it is: A long-wear, skincare-powered complexion stick that blurs instantly and visibly firms and smooths over time.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Stick

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Ceramide-Peptide Complex: Visibly firms and strengthens the skin barrier.
- Winged Kelp Extract: Restores luminosity, helping skin look more youthful.
- Butterfly Lavender Extract: Botanical powerhouse that smooths the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

GlossierStretch Fluid Foundation for Buildable Coverage

Size: 1 oz / 30 ml·ITEM: 2702066

Color: Deep 5 - red undertone

456 Reviews

$46.00

Best Foundation I've Tried...I have very dry skin, and I've tried a number of foundations. I'm so glad I finally found the one. It doesn't dry me out during the cold months, and it makes my skin...glow. ...Beginner friendly...When I say it’s easy to use and looks just like my skin please believe me I Honestly love it and think it’s great for beginners and novice who have little to none experience in makeup

What it is: A hydrating gel-cream foundation that nourishes skin—for buildable, light-to-medium coverage with a natural-to-you finish.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Squalane and Glycerin: Hydrate and nourish skin’s moisture barrier.
- Wild Rose Berry and Plankton Extract: Visibly balance shine and maintain hydration.
- Amino Acid-Coated Pigments: Fuse with skin for flexible coverage and a natural-to-you finish.

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 syntheti

Gucci24 Hour Full Coverage Luminous Matte Finish Foundation

Size: 1 oz / 30 ml·ITEM: 2666709

Color: 460O - medium deep with olive undertones

891 Reviews

$93.00

Perfect for a novice...I’m a makeup newbie but this foundation took the guesswork out of my routine. It made me look absolutely stunning and I received lots of compliments *means a lot when you don’t know what you’re doing*. ...I love how matte the foundation is for starters, it doesn’t budge nor does it transfer ((on me)).

What it is: An up to 24-hour foundation with a luminous matte finish and full coverage in one drop.

Coverage: Full

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid and Black Rose Oil: Boost and maintain skin hydration.
- Bamboo Powder: Absorbs shine all day long.

What Else You Need to Know: Combining high-affinity skin powders and coated pigments with a high-performance polymer technology that lets the skin breathe and delivers up to 24-hour wear, this foundation stays on all day without budging or fading. It’s also mask-proof and sweatproof.

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

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2801157

Color: Light 30 NG - light, neutral golden undertones

620 Reviews

$59.50

this is literally the best foundation ive ever used. and ive tried ALOT of foundations. i have combo skin. this foundation is full coverage yet weightless. makes my skin look like literal perfection and my skin is far from perfect...For starters, the colors are so off, especially for the medium-dark category.

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

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