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Best foundations

Foundation is leave-on across the whole face for the whole day, so preservatives and fragrance matter more than the pigments. The iron oxides and titanium dioxide behind the shades are graded low concern in published reviews. These score best on our rubric.

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    100
    Almay · Foundations
    Clear Complexion Foundation
    $11.99
  2. 2.
    100
    Hourglass · Foundations
    Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick
    $46
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    99
    L'Oreal · Foundations
    True Match Super-Blendable Foundation
    $12.99
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    99
    NARS · Foundations
    Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation
    $49
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    99
    Kosas · Foundations
    Revealer Concealer
    $32
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    98
    e.l.f. · Foundations
    Hydrating Camo Concealer
    $7
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    98
    wet n wild · Foundations
    Photo Focus Foundation
    $5.99
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    97
    NYX Professional Makeup · Foundations
    Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil
    $13

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