Best Drugstore Foundations 2018. Complexion product popularity exploded this year! Many brands have released new foundations, and some of our classic favorites have been reformulated and re-branded. Above all, foundation shade ranges have been expanded! Of course, all skin is not the same. We need a range of product coverage; from no makeup makeup days to full coverage long wear days. Plus, makeup lovers come in different ages, skin types, and skin tones!
So, check out the Best Drugstore Foundations of 2018 for Dry Skin, Oily Skin, Combination Skin, Mature Skin and Women of Color and more. There’s something for everyone this year!
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Best Drugstore Foundations 2018
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation
One of the most popular drugstore foundations every year. This foundation “controls shine and blurs pores” with a lightweight and natural finish. The Maybelline Fit Me foundations ($10) have a great shade range (40+ shades), and is available in most drugstores and at Ulta Beauty online. Also check out the Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Foundation if you prefer that type of finish.
Perfect For: Oily Skin, Dry Skin (Dewy + Smooth), Mature Skin (Dewy + Smooth), Women of Color; Medium Buildable Coverage
Covergirl TruBlend Matte Made Liquid Foundation
This foundation has been around for a while, but the newly expanded shade range (40 shades with different undertones) has created a new buzz around the product. The verdict is that this product is amazing! Covergirl TruBlend ($11.50) and its “flexi-hold” technology controls oils, is pore minimizing and transfer resistant. In addition to being a great brand, Covergirl is now Cruelty-free! TruBlend is definitely one of the Best Drugstore Foundations 2018.
Perfect For: Oily Skin, Women of Color; Medium Buildable Coverage
L’ORÉAL Infallible Pro-Glow 24HR Foundation
Glowing dewy skin has been popular this year, no wonder L’Oreal Infallible Pro-Glow Foundation ($12.99) has been featured in so many You-tuber favorites. This foundation gives medium coverage, is long lasting (advertised as 24hr wear time), and has SPF 15. For those who prefer a matte coverage, try L’Oreal Infalliable Pro-Matte 24 HR Foundation.
Perfect For: Dry Skin, Oily Skin (Pro-Matte), Mature Skin; Medium to Full Coverage
Wet n Wild Photo Focus Foundation
Wet n Wild wasn’t kidding calling this foundation “Photo Focus”. It was tested under 7 different lighting conditions to make sure the product was flashback free in pictures. Available in 20 different shades, the Photo Focus Foundation is matte with medium coverage for just $5.99!
Perfect For: Normal to Oily Skin; Medium Coverage
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Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15
This Dermatologist tested foundation was formulated specifically to target dark spots, and discoloration with a natural finish. The Clinique Even Better foundation ($29) is available in 56 shades and over time improves skin “luminosity” and restores “a more even skin tone”.
Perfect For: Combination skin type (Oily and Dry), Women of Color, Mature Skin, Acne Prone Skin; Light to Medium Coverage.
NYX Professional Makeup Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Foundation
New to the block of favorite foundations, the NYX Cant Stop Wont Stop foundation line ($15) was recently expanded with the help of Beauty Youtuber Alyssa Ashley. This foundation is matte, long wearing (24HR wear), full coverage, and is now available in 45 shades (with cool, neutral, and warm undertone options).
Perfect For: Normal to Oily Skin Types, Women of Color; Full Coverage
Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation + Concealer
A lesser known drugstore favorite; the Milani Conceal + Perfect Foundation ($9.99) is a foundation and concealer in one that targets under eye circles and redness. This full coverage foundation is lightweight and comes in 29 shades!
Perfect For: All Skin Types, Mature Skin, Women of Color, Acne Prone Skin; Full Coverage
Makeup Revolution Conceal & Define Full Coverage Foundation
Once a popular brand in the U.K., Makeup Revolution has expanded its reach to the US and has introduced some of the hottest products of the year including the Conceal & Define concealer and now the Conceal & Define Foundation ($12). This lightweight buildable foundation gives a demi-matte “real skin” finish and is available in 24 shades.
Perfect For: All Skin Types, Women of Color; Full Coverage
L’Oreal True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup
The L’Oreal True Match foundation is an OG Best Drugstore Foundation! True Match is hydrating and gives a natural finish which makes it a great choice for all skin types. The formula is infused with Vitamin B5 and Vitamin E and it wont clog your pores. Bonus! True Match is now available in 45 shades with cool, neutral, and warm undertones.
Perfect For: All Skin Types, Mature Skin, Women of Color, Acne Prone Skin; Medium Coverage (can be sheered out or built up for full coverage)
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Covergirl Vitalist Healthy Elixir Foundation
A vitamin complex and special antioxidants make the Covergirl Vitalist Healthy Elixir Foundation ($12) a favorite among those who need the extra hydration. Plus the oil-free lightweight formula has SPF 20 for not only a luminous glow but also much needed protection against the suns UV rays.
Perfect For: Dry Skin, Mature Skin; Light to Medium Coverage
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Treatment Makeup
Formulated with Goji berries for extra hydration, the Instant Age Rewind foundation ($11.50) reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with SPF 18. The product’s patented micro-corrector applicator is perfect for covering dark circles and age spots. Pair this foundation with the popular Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment Concealer ($9.99).
Perfect For: Normal to Dry Skin, Mature Skin; Light to Medium Coverage
Physicians Formula The Healthy Foundation
This foundation is packed with healthy skin ingredients like Vitamins A, C, E, and Hyaluronic Acid. The Physicians Formula Healthy foundation ($12.99) is lightweight but long wearing and has SPF 20. Its also infused with a Brightening Complex from the Chinese Wu-Zhu-Yu Extract.
Perfect For: Dry Skin, Combination Skin, Mature Skin; Light to Medium Coverage
LA Girl Pro Coverage Liquid Foundation
This lightweight but long wearing foundation is perfect for flawless looking full coverage days. The LA Girl Pro Coverage Liquid Foundation ($10) is available in 16 shades. It’s formulated with added anti-oxidants helps hydrate and improve the skin’s appearance. For example, the brand added an innovative white foundation mixer to adjust and customize color even further!
Perfect For: Dry Skin, Mature Skin, Women of Color; Medium to Full Coverage
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Maybelline Super Stay Full Coverage Foundation
Winner of the Allure Best in Beauty Award 2018, the Maybelline Super Stay Full Coverage Foundation ($11.99) is full coverage, long wearing, and matte for those long days where you need a product that wont budge or fade.
Perfect For: Oily Skin, Combination Skin; Full Coverage
Revlon Color Stay Makeup For Normal/Dry Skin
This classic drugstore foundation is now available in an impressive 43 shades! Revlon Color Stay Foundation ($12.99) is long wearing, formulated with hyaluronic acid for extra hydration and has SPF 20, but maintains a natural finish.
Try the Revlon ColorStay Makeup for Combo/Oily if you’re looking for matte coverage.
Perfect For: Dry Skin, Oily Skin, Combination Skin, Mature Skin, Women of Color; Medium Buildable Coverage
NYX Professional Makeup Total Control Drop Foundation
Another well known drugstore favorite, the Total Control Drop Foundation ($14) gives a soft velvety matte finish. The glass dropper provides versatility in coverage from sheer to full all in one product. Available in 30 shades!
Perfect For: Oily Skin, Combination Skin, Women of Color; Buildable Light to Full Coverage
Maybelline New York Super Stay Multi-Use Foundation Stick
This multi-tasking product “conceals, contours, highlights, and covers”. The Super Stay Foundation Stick ($11.99) features a cream-to-matte finish, and a precision pointed blender sponge for application and touch ups on the go!
Perfect For: Oily Skin, Combination Skin, Women of Color; Light to Medium Buildable Coverage
Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer
A foundation-and-concealer in one; the Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer ($29) is a bit more expensive then other drugstore foundations but its worth the price. The formula is light weight, and has a natural matte finish, but is also long wearing. A little goes a long way with this medium to full coverage moisturizing foundation. Available in 27 shades!
Perfect For: Oily Skin, Combination Skin, Dry Skin, Mature Skin, Women of Color; Medium to Full Buildable Coverage
The Best of the Best Drugstore Foundations 2018…
The Best Cheap Drugstore Foundations 2018
Top Drugstore Foundations for Oily Skin 2018
- Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation
- L’ORÉAL Infallible Pro-Matte 24HR Foundation
- Maybelline Super Stay Full Coverage Foundation
Drugstore Foundations for Combination Skin 2018
- Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation
- L’Oreal True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup
- Revlon Color Stay Makeup For Combo/Oily Skin
- NYX Professional Makeup Total Control Drop Foundation
The Best Drugstore Foundations for Dry Skin 2018
- Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Foundation
- L’ORÉAL Infallible Pro-Glow 24HR Foundation
- Revlon Color Stay Makeup For Normal/Dry Skin
Best Drugstore Foundations for Rosacea 2018
- Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation + Concealer
- NYX Professional Makeup Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Foundation
- Maybelline Super Stay Full Coverage Foundation
Drugstore Foundations for Mature Skin 2018
- L’Oreal True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup
- Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation + Concealer
- Covergirl Vitalist Healthy Elixir Foundation
- Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Treatment Makeup
- Physicians Formula The Healthy Foundation
The Best Drugstore Foundations for Dark Skin 2018
- Covergirl TruBlend Matte Made Liquid Foundation
- Maybelline Fit Me Foundations
- NYX Professional Makeup Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Foundation
- Makeup Revolution Conceal & Define Full Coverage Foundation
- NYX Professional Makeup Total Control Drop Foundation
Top Drugstore Foundations for Acne Prone Skin 2018
- ELF Acne Fighting Foundation
- Almay Clear Complexion Make Myself Clear Makeup
- L’Oreal True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup
The Best Full Coverage Drugstore Foundations 2018
- NYX Professional Makeup Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Foundation
- Maybelline Super Stay Full Coverage Foundation
- L’ORÉAL Infallible Pro-Matte 24HR Foundation
- LA Girl Pro Coverage Liquid Foundation
Natural Coverage Drugstore Foundations 2018
- L’Oreal True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup
- Covergirl Vitalist Healthy Elixir Foundation
- Revlon Color Stay Makeup
- NYX Professional Makeup Total Control Drop Foundation
Cruelty Free Drugstore Foundations 2018
- NYX Professional Makeup Total Control Drop Foundation
- Covergirl TruBlend Matte Made Liquid Foundation
- Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation + Concealer
- Wet n Wild Photo Focus Foundation
- ELF Acne Fighting Foundation
Literally all are on my list. Especially the WetnWild one. Heard a lot about it and seems on a budget.
A terrific line that doesn’t get mentioned is No7. It’s a British company (Boots) and I believe only available at Walgreen’s. There are several foundations for different types of skin, good color lines and reasonable prices, albeit on the higher price end for drugstore makeup. Also quite an extensive skinncare line. Worth checking out.