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
3. 3.
   100
   Maybelline · Foundations

   Dream Velvet Foundation
4. 4.
   100
   Maybelline · Foundations

   Dream Matte Mousse Foundation
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   100
   CoverGirl · Foundations

   Clean Matte Liquid Foundation
6. 6.
   100
   CoverGirl · Foundations

   Trueblend Hydrating Foundation
7. 7.
   100
   NYX Professional Makeup · Foundations

   Total Control Foundation
8. 8.
   99
   L'Oreal · Foundations

   True Match Super-Blendable Foundation
   $12.99

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