20 Best Foundation For Acne Prone Skin Full Coverage (2023 Updated)

I bought the 1N shade which is called ‘fair ivory’. If this is fair, and, moreover, compared to ivory, then grass is purple. I am fair-skinned and usually buy lightest shades or second to lightest. I have the experience of buying light-shaded make-up products that were a bit darker than needed, but this is far beyond it, probably 3 shades darker than my skin, despite being ‘fair ivory’.

I would call this ‘brick-orange’ rather. In addition it’s also not very easy to apply, no matter how I tried to spread it evenly, I ended up with stripes on my cheeks. Maybe it depends on the base cream.

For comparison, some shades I found more or less suitable for me: liquid foundatoin SK-II 310 crystal ochre, Shiseido 100 very light ivory, Koh Gen Do 112, powder Rimmel 001 transparent, Cezanne 01 light, and Lumene 0 translucent.

Can’t say anything about it rescuing me from blemishes, because it didn’t.

Not perfect but for what it is/ does it’s worth it. My one gripe is that even the lightest shade is a little deeper /warmer than the original but somehow it doesn’t look noticeable when applied. Aside from that it’s awesome, it performs just like their original foundation but with SA and other acne fighting ingredients and it doesn’t dry you out, and since it’s mineral it won’t clog your pores or cause breakouts.

You can seriously sleep in this stuff. It did help my skin. I hate that they’re discontinuing this.

I tried this product while I was still dealing with acne- prone skin. I figured that it would be a perfect light coverage that covered the acne while still not clogging pores. It’s advertised as a way to wear makeup while healing your skin.

I feel like it looks choppy unless you have a solid skincare routine built up, and you’re extremely hydrated. It didn’t work for me, but I’m curious to see how it preformed on more clear skin. Now that I have a more clear complexion, it could be a good light coverage choice for me to try again.

The foundation has SPF 15, which for an ordinary and short walk NOT under direct sunlight is very normal. First of all, about the scent of the cream. Its scent is common among the most basic foundations – a creamy, powdery fragrance, At first intense, but after it spreads and shrinks on the skin, it completely wears off.

The foundation is a true cream in consistency, reminiscent of Korean BB creams in the density of its texture and the creaminess when spread on the face. By the way, I would call this foundation a BB cream specifically, as it has similar characteristics regarding coverage and concealer.

The texture is light and smooth, just “balmy. With coverage and concealer, it’s pretty simple: The foundation won’t cover any significant imperfections, but it will easily even out skin tone and cover up any imperfections in terms of redness, post-acne and other little nonsense.

Therefore, I would call the concealer medium, not even low, since the cream covers most of the imperfections anyway. I cannot call the finish truly matte but it is more of a matte-satin finish without any hint of greasiness.

But the creamy texture still gives away the essence of the foundation. It needs to be powdered to prevent the rapid appearance of shine and subsequent disappearance. This is where the flaw is – in terms of staying power the cream is definitely not an excellent one, as after 6 hours it noticeably floats and disappears in the greasiest area.

In my case this is the area around my nose. But, overall, the cream looks decent after 6 hours.

I really wanted to love this, but it just didn’t work out for me. I thought the shade range was decent for someone of my complexion (medium eldw3w2), but it was very hard to find which shade would work best for my complexion with a warm undertone.

So much so that I purchased five different shades (2 of which came broken). The application wasn’t terrible, it spread well and evenly and I didn’t notice any patchiness. HOWEVER, this is one of those foundations that never actually sets, even when setting it with powder, and remains moveable throughout the day.

It made my smile line 20 times more visible and really didn’t have staying power. I think this would be fine for a quick trip to the grocery store and straight home. Would absolutely not wear this to work (even a short shift) or to spend time with friends.

I love DermBlend foundation with the dropper! However, the first time I bought one, I do not remember the shade, threw out box, and now, on that particular bottle, can find no info at all on the shade it is.

So when ran out, i tried the color chart. I am not a pale skin but not a dark haired tan, somewhere in the middle. So by the chart, I have bought 25 N and then 30 N, both look good in the bottle, but when put on, both are too light.

I feel that I need to go up either to a color that the chart may look as too dark, just to be sure. I reasoned that I can mix a drop of one of the lighter shades in if need. Or maybe I need a warm or cool instead of N.

how do I know? The chart could use improvement,ore explanation and more true pictures, I believe, on different color hair maybe. Anyay, now that is summer, I am going to try the CC full coverage for everyday.

I really hope I pick the right shade this time and that the descriptions. So my reviews 4 out of 5 stars is due to the colors representing too light. Thank you and I love all your products! Don’t stop making this, please!!.

I am so glad someone at Ulta showed me this product forever ago. I asked for a foundation that could be mixed with oils and serums underneath and was lead to this. Dude- literally every time I where this my friends think it looks amazing and ask me what fondation I use.

Every time I tell them they have never heard of it! Dermablend- get on it and try it yourself. It’s so good for my dry arizona skin. It works with spf, oil, and serum underneath for me. Even the concelear by dermablend rocks in my opinion.

I can use a brush, beauty blender, or clean fingers to blend it in and it always works (with a base primer on first). I love it. It gives me a dewy look but not too oily. Maybe after a good 5 hours of where do I look a little oily in my T zone but I can easily Pat that away or put a little tiny pit of powder over it.

I love it, clearly lol.

I’ve repurchased this twice now. It’s a great, versatile powder as you can wear as a light dusting for a natural look, or if you’re into heavier makeup you can use this to seal down your liquid base.

I have replaced my liquid foundation with this, and just use a light layer, and i feel like it has halved the time I spend doing my makeup up in the mornings.

I tried this foundation because I wanted something that would provide even coverage for mild/moderate acne without aggravating sensitive skin. I had a virtual consultation and was matched to Alabaster, the lightest shade, but it turned out to be quite orangey on me, and definitely too dark to get away with only using it on certain problem areas.

Also, even though it says it will work for dry skin, I found it incredibly drying, clinging to drier areas and settling into creases that are otherwise invisible! It provided good coverage, although it was heavier than I wanted it to be, but overall it just looked super cakey so I sent it back.

I’m grateful that Clinique does free returns for online orders! This might work for you if you have oily skin and want a fuller coverage, but I wouldn’t recommend it for combination skin or anyone looking for a lighter, buildable coverage.

I am 60 years old, with dry, sensitive, post-menopausal skin. I have fine lines, redness and enlarged pores to consider, when using complexion products. My skin is light with pink tones. I look for clean formulas without chemical sunscreen.

I just could not find a medium-coverage foundation that is not matte (looks dry and settles in lines) and not dewy (transfers easily and emphasizes pores). I have tried so many products, have read all the reviews, and have heeded store employees’ advice.

And yet, my holy grail foundation remained out of reach. Until I tried the IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation. PROS: This formula grips to my primer without mottling and is not drying nor dewy. It is comfortable on the skin and protects my skin without irritation.

The wear is very good, providing a skin-like finish that can handle the occasional hot flash. I was able to find a good shade match. I like the pump tube component. CONS: This product is only offered at Ulta and the brand website, so I worry about the company discontinuing it for lack of volume sales.

There are only 12 shades, so there may be challenges for some skintones. My Fair/Light shade is the only one not offered by Ulta in the just-released value size.

I am a very loyal IT Cosmetics girl and sometimes I don’t even know why. I think it’s because I love the ingredients list including snail mucin, ferments and high SPF in their skin products. They really do keep my skin looking good even after a full day of wearing their cc cream or this foundation.

I love the finish on both which give my skin a subtle glow without making it look greasy. I prefer this over the cc cream because it has more of a medium to light coverage (it’s definitely not full coverage!).

However, with both the cc cream and this foundation, I am annoyed by the oxidization that happens. As much as I love the skin care benefits of IT’s products, I am starting to look elsewhere for my go-to foundation.

I’ve tried reducing the oxidation by mixing it with one shade lighter (yes, I had to buy two tubes) and even then I turn orange/peach, just a lighter share of it. Maybe it’s just a reaction that takes place on my skin and it won’t for others but it’s bothersome enough for me to start giving up.

Please find a solution, IT Cosmetics!.

I have tried every foundation known to man and am a true makeup junkie. I am 48 years old and this is the only foundation I have ever owned that has not just ONCE, but repeatedly gone through SEVERAL tubes.

I sometimes think I want to try something new and I keep on coming back to this one. I have good skin, so I will start with that. I have some fine lines but nothing terrible. I feel like every foundation cakes or makes me look older.

This foundation NEVER cakes on me and blends into your skin yet covers beautifully. The finish is perfection. It is not too dry and not to dewy. I use this and if I take it up a notch I will add the Tarte shape tape for concealing, under eye, contouring etc.

This is another of my holy grail products. I have turned countless women on to both these products. Please read what I am going to say next about application carefully: Get those sponges. You can get the beauty blender, but the old fashioned wedge sponges work just as well.

Get them wet with warm water and sqeeze out the the access water. Sometimes I squeeze into a towel. Then pump a little onto the sponge and blend on your face. The sponge actually gets better after repeated use.

On the shape tape, you put it directly on your face and blend. If you use dry brush, fingers, or dry sponges, you will not get the same set or same blend. TRUST ME on this one tip. It will make all the difference.

On the foundation do this in layers until you achieve your result. You do not need much at all. I stay completely away from powder at my age, but if you must try the IT powders. They really are the best.

I personally much rather set with my 3rd holy grail which is Urban Decay all nighter (original), but only after all makeup is on and if it is a long day or date night. I prefer this foundation very much over the CC which is what I used to use for a long time.

I find this much more natural, better coverage, and easier to work with. I never break out with this either. THe SPF 50 is also a HUGE plus. Perfect for sunny climates and going to the beach. Try this! You will love it.

I recieved 2 shades of this, M5 & M6 (and well as a blending/contouring brush) via Influenster in a VoxBox, in exchange for my honest opinion. both shades I recieved are a good match for me as I have neutral undertones! But it seems when I mix the 2 shades together, I get an even better tone! This foundation is so gorgeous & stays true to its name “Beyond Matte” because it dries down to a beautiful matte finish and it is full coverage! It blends so easily, with either a brush or a wet beauty sponge, so whatever your preference for application is, this works well with a variety of different tools.

It dries down a little faster than some foundations I’ve used but not so fast that you can’t blend it out. Looks great on it’s own with a little bit of concealer (where I brighten certain areas on my face) but is also a great canvas if you’d like to use bronzer, powder etc.

its non-cakey & is what I consider to be a “long wear” formula, as I didn’t have to reapply throughout the day, it’s also a very buildable foundation as well. Although I do believe it is a full coverage formula, it dries down so nicely that you can layer it without messing up the “base” you’ve laid down in your 1st application.

Most matte foundations are a little harder to work with. I don’t have a specific finish that I lean to more than another but usually wear sheer, satin & dewy finishes more than mattes because again, some mattes are harder to work with so I play it on the safe side and usually avoid them LOL (even though I LOVE the look of a good matte once dried down), so its relieving to now have one, or two rather, that I know works with my skin and looks amazing! I don’t think I’ve ever heard of this brand prior to recieving my voxbox but I am definitely sold on these foundations and the blending/contouring brush that came with it.

I absolutely love all 3 products and WILL be purchasing them again! There are very few foundations that I say I “live for” and this one is definitely one of them. I am so surprised how well they perform and both bottles should last me a long time, and a little goes a long way! I will definitely be telling ALL of my friends and family about jane iredale!.

❤️LOVE❤️ this liquid to powder foundation. Just about everything from Hourglass I’ve been amazed with. I have an oily t-zone and throughout the day this has managed to keep me controlled (not completely oil free/dry looking).

I’ve also been using Dr. D. Gross pads everyday which has given me a clean/bump free canvas but my current Lancôme foundation just cakes/sits on my skin (really shows you’re wearing foundation). However, this Hourglass liquid to powder foundation has been seamless in applying-I’ve even applied late afternoon on top of powder/bronzer/blush and it still is seamless-I can’t get over it! In the AM, after washing, I use a c-serum, and Tizo spf then apply the Hourglass with one finger (ring)-you don’t need a lot.

I apply on my t-zone and it covers the pores and helps with the shine. I’m buying more!.

My relationship with this foundation has been rocky. When I first got it, it pilled horribly with most things I used underneath. It didn’t like my primers or skincare. I felt like I wasted a good amount of product because I had to wipe everything off and start over.

It only seemed to like being the only thing on your face. Fast forward to yesterday, the first time I reached for it in months, it performed phenomenally. I kept saying ‘wow’ out loud as I finished my makeup.

My prep routine had definitely changed completely, so I couldn’t even tell you what I did wrong in the first place. It’s definitely matte and VERY silicone-y. It gives the skin a natural, soft-focus finish if you prep your skin well.

I had problems with it when my skin was dry as it would cling to texture. It’s super finicky, but when it’s happy, you’ll be happy. The price doesn’t really justify the guessing game you have to play with it.

It also has a very medicinal, herbal scent that some people may not like. I think the scent comes from the plant ingredient in it that supposedly helps with acne. I used to have acne, and it never made me break out, but I also didn’t use it consistently to notice improvements to my skin because of how it initially disagreed with my routine.

1st things 1st: I love this product. My skin has changed recently due to age and chronic illness. So, I’ve been looking for a product for a year that would look and feel right as well as be good for my skin.

My journey started when I looked up what my favorite soap actress, Laura Wright (General Hospital), wears on her face because it always looks so good. The result was finding this makeup and learning a lot about make up itself.

I do not usually buy things because a celebrity wears it. It seems pretty silly to me, usually, lol. But I’m glad I got beyond that this time. The first thing I noticed is that it does not come in a box and the bottle looks kind of clinical.

As if it came from the dermatologist. I am personally happy with the company spending the money on the product and not the packaging. The first bottle I bought was too dark. I originally went to the website and did their tutorial.

It told me to buy beige. I thought it might be too dark by looking at it online. But I tried it anyway. It was really way too dark. I kept it and decided I would use it for contouring when I needed just a little shading.

I then bought Opal, which I thought would be better and I was right. It was perfect for my skin. It is very creamy, very nice texture. It does have a slight chemically odor that leaves as it dries. It melts in nicely.

It is easy to blend, and it dries nicely. Heads up: Let it dry completely before making up your mind. I think if I was to do it over, I would order their 10$ sample card. It does look a little different as it dries.

There are not a lot of colors. However, you can custom blend 2 together. This is an expensive foundation, but VERY worth it. You won’t use as much because of its consistency, and it dries feeling like you have something on, but light and feels like skin.

It seems to wear well, and my skin feels firm in it. This is going to be my go-to for nights out or when I want to look special. I will keep my bb cream for daily wear. However, You could absolutely use it every single day.

It is not heavy or greasy. It is GOOD for your skin. It helps it to retain oxygen and moisture. It has salicylic acid, so you won’t break out. It was developed for on-screen activity, so it is durable and long lasting.

Again, do not let the money discourage you. TRY THIS STUFF!.

I use both this and the regular Oxygenetix foundation. This is great for those days where I have active breakouts and am experiencing extra oiliness during that time of the month. I like to apply it after my sunscreen with my fingers, as it seems to blend in the best for me that way.

I tried using a beauty blender with it and it tended to stick more to the blender than my skin, so my preferred method is with my fingers. Regarding coverage, I find that one layer definitely does not cover the redness, but it does lighten it.

You would definitely need to go over with extra layers or with concealer. As far as longerwear, it takes longer to oxidize but will stay on longer if used with setting powder.

I really enjoyed this powder foundation. I recently thrown mine away due to expiration, but it was one of my favs. It goes on smoothly and lightly but very buildable. I loved the packaging too. Well designed so your brush doesn’t pick up an excessive amount of powder while allowing you to brush off as much as you like without wasting.

Lasted a long time and went on like a medium coverage with the first application.

first bought this foundation a couple of years ago when I was struggling pretty badly with acne. If you’re looking for really full coverage, this probably isn’t the right foundation for you. Personally, I love the level of coverage it provides – I tend to prefer having some imperfections showing through rather than having my skin look like it’s covered in product.

If I have a breakout I really want more coverage on, I just use a concealer underneath this foundation. But this foundation on it’s own does cover up quite a bit and leaves your skin looking natural and fresh.

My skin has greatly improved since I first bought this (I can’t attribute that to the product, because I started seeing a dermatologist around the same time), but this is still my go-to foundation. I don’t feel like I necessarily need it for it’s acne-healing properties anymore, but I love that I can trust it to not cause any breakouts and to be gentle on my sensitive skin.

I don’t like the brush that is recommended for this product – it’s too stiff for me. Instead, I use the Classic Multi-tasker Brush #45 from another company, and that works perfectly.

This product is a very light powder foundation that has good coverage of the skin. The amazing thing about foundation is that it has tea tree oil which helps reduce acne and soothe the skin. When I use this foundation I forget I am even wearing anything on my face, it is so light on the skin and your skin still has that breathable feel.

The only problem someone could run into with this product is the smell, the tea tree oil smell is noticeable during application but isn’t noticeable after that. I would recommend this product to many people because many people are self conscious about acne and want to wear makeup to cover it.

However wearing makeup can make people break out even more, but this product can cover but at the same time not break out your skin.

This is the second time that i have purchased this product I usually buy the liquid foundation but thought that I would give the mineral foundation a go and I have been very please with the finish that it gives.

It goes on beautifully giving a gorgeous glow to the skin its not heavy and looks healthy and fresh and suits my dry skin perfectly. I always buy thin Lizzy having bought some on special a while ago and have just made it my go to foundation its an awesome product.

I have been using this product for over a year and am very happy with it. It covers all my blemishes without the caked on look. The minx shade is excellent, very natural looking so I use it everyday without looking like I am wearing makeup.

Thin Lizzy has great coverage. It travels well and doesn’t break up like other compact powders. The brush is nice and soft and withstands many warm soapy washes.

I no longer use this foundation but have in the past. I feel like it’s best for dry skin as it’s a little oily. I also had quite a bit of separation on places such as my nose t-zone. It’s what I would describe as “cake face”.

However it is the full coverage I like. I’d just rather use something less heavy.

This foundation is okay. It’s heavy on the face and is cakey, but it does have good coverage. The lightest shade is to dark for me though. I don’t really recommend

I love Vichy dermablend concealer. I spent ages trying to find coverage that looked natural, but lasted all day and this is it. First time I bought it I got it straight from Vichy online and was really really pleased.

When I tried to get it again, I had to get it from a retailer, which I did a few times, but now I can’t find it anywhere and seriously don’t know what to do. Vichy you have no idea how much this makeup does for my confidence, and not having it is a real problem for me.

Has anyone found anything just as good? Please help.

This concealer is super easy to apply, the blendable creamy formula provides full coverage that is also waterproof. You do not need a lot of product to cover pigmentation/ imperfections and dark circles.

The product does not feel heavy on the skin and is long lasting. I love that the product is recommended by dermatologists, and is non-comedogenic for my combination skin.

I really like Vichy products, not their foundations! I picked the wrong colour to start with, it was too light, so that’s my fault, but after I applied this it caked up and highlighted all my imperfections.

Winkles, dry patches, pores, over all completion looks terrible. I literally had to take it off and use something else. This foundation is sadly not for me.