In search of a foundation which is easy on your wallet and helps with the creation of a flawless complexion? Look no further than the nearest drugstore for the answer. I am sure you have seen the many videos on YouTube wherein the makeup artists create a look using nothing but drugstore cosmetics. This is because the quality of drugstore makeup has gone up. The products which are out have super lasting color, superior texture and expansive shade ranges. To help navigate in the process of choosing the perfect drugstore foundation for you, I rounded up the drugstore foundations which I think are worth a second look.
MAYBELLINE FIT ME MATTE AND PORELESS FOUNDATION – if you have normal to oily skin, this foundation is great for you. What is really great about this product is its micro-powders that help control shine and blur pores. The Maybelline Fit Me Matte and Poreless Foundation goes beyond matching your skintone. This foundation has medium to full coverage, and the finish is gorgeous; it creates a soft matte effect which lasts all day without settling into pores. You’re not going to have to blot or powder as much throughout the day, due to its shine control. The Maybelline Fit Me Matte And Poreless Foundation retails for $8.00.
L’OREAL PARIS TRUE MATCH SUPER BLENDABLE MAKEUP – this 15 year old liquid foundation is not only blendable, but also gives medium coverage. It is free of oils, fillers and pore-clogging fillers. The L’Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Makeup will make your skin feel very moisturized and provide an even coverage. In fact, it is so blendable you will not be able to tell where the foundation begins and where the foundation ends. This product retails for $10.95.
NYX HD STUDIO PHOTOGENIC – you are going to an event wherein plenty of pictures will be taken. Get ready by grabbing an HD foundation which will provide photo-ready coverage in 12 different, wonderful and highly blendable shades. There is also a bonus to the NYX HD Studio Photogenic foundation. You do not need to set this foundation with mineral and loose powder. It is also infused with tri-peptides that reduces the appearance of wrinkles and helps rejuvenate skin. The foundation retails for $18.00.
WET N’ WILD PHOTOFOCUS FOUNDATION – searching for a foundation which will go on with a soft, airbrush finish? Let me start by saying this foundation comes in 20 shades. It underwent major testing under seven different photo lighting conditions in order to present flawless, camera-ready makeup each time you put it on. The light-diffusing complex will always give your skin for that no-filter perfection appearance. And the best part about the foundation is that it is cruelty-free. The Wet N’ Wild Photofocus Foundation retails for $5.99, and may be purchased at your local drugstore.
L.A. GIRL PRO COVERAGE LIQUID FOUNDATION – this foundation is high-definition, ultra long wearing and illuminating. The product lasts all day without that dehydrating effects of a matte finish. The L.A. Girl Pro Coverage Liquid Foundation also has medium to full coverage, and lightweight in consistency. The paraben free formula with added antioxidants helps hydrate and improve the skin’s appearance. The foundation retails for $8.99.
MILANI CONCEALER + PERFECT (2 in 1 foundation and concealer) – this foundation provides buildable medium to full coverage. It is water-resistant foundation with a concealer providing no mess or drip. and The foundation will dispense the exact amount of fluid in order to get a flawless appearance. The Milani Concealer +Perfect (2 in 1 foundation and concealer) retails for $9.99.
So there you have it. Seven great foundations which are affordable and may be purchased at your local drugstore. Do you have a favorite drugstore foundation? If so, why is it your favorite?