As I went from a teenage girl to an adult woman I began to experiment with cosmetics, but always suffered from extreme breakouts because of it. I’m getting more into cosmetics now, but I’m still quite the beginner. My question is what are the best foundations for sensitive skin? Are there any that are affordable for a person on a budget? Thanks!
~Leah, Charlotte NC
Hey Girl! We’re all really still beginners, so no need for the disclaimer. Beauty and cosmetics are constantly evolving, so there will always be a learning curve. And when you have sensitive skin, that can definitely make you feel like you’re behind on the spectrum. Beauty products should make you feel happy and enhanced, not stressed out. So I got your back on recommendations for some of the best foundations for sensitive skin, to make you feel pretty and not pimply.
IT COSMETICS CC+ OIL-FREE MATTE WITH SPF 40
IT COSMETICS CC+ Cream Oil-Free Matte with SPF 40 uses charcoal to detoxify the skin and tea tree extract to help fight against blemishes. It’s a full coverage creamy foundation with a matte finish, that uses Colloidal Clay to absorb oil from the skin. Along with sunscreen, the foundation has anti-aging ingredients like Collagen and Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate, tighten and smooth the skin. As with all IT Cosmetics products it is clinically proven and, reduces shine and oil for up to 12 hours. It basically does it all.
TARTE AMAZONIAN CLAY FOUNDATION SPF 15
TARTE Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Foundation SPF 15 is oil-free, and hypoallergenic which makes it wonderful for sensitive skin. It contains Vitamin-E, which is anti-inflammatory so it helps fight redness and calms your skin. This foundation is vegan, with a matte finish, and has mineral pigments that help to soothe and soften your skin. The natural Amazonian Clay it’s made with is an added bonus that helps the foundation last and prevents any buildup.
BARE MINERALS LOOSE POWDER FOUNDATION SPF 15
BARE MINERALS Loose Powder Matte Foundation SPF 15 is a lightweight, fine powder, clean foundation made with only seven ingredients. It contains Silica & Calcium Silicate which is fancy for oil-absorbing, making it perfect for those with oily and acne-prone skin. It’s hypoallergenic, has a silky matte finish, and is buildable from sheer to full coverage. The foundation also has non-chemical sunscreen and is recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation for its effectiveness. And on top of all of that, it promises not to clog your pores which we know causes breakouts.
CLINIQUE ACNE SOLUTIONS LIQUID MAKEUP FOUNDATION
CLINIQUE Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup is special because it actually treats existing breakouts and prevents blemishes while covering them. It does this with Salicylic Acid and Hydroxydecanoic Acid, which combat acne and exfoliate the skin. It’s oil-free, calms redness, and has a matte finish. The foundation is also lightweight, and provides light to medium coverage. Overall, it gives you a natural looking complexion, while getting rid of the stuff you don’t want.
Let us know how they work out! And remember, sensitive skin just means your face refuses settle.
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