Problem facial skin can seriously lower self-esteem. Visually improve the appearance and mask the flaws only with a high-quality tonal basis. However, finding such a product among a wide range is sometimes very difficult. In many ways, the choice depends on the skin tone and the main function of the decorative agent: some provide a dense finish, while hiding all imperfections, while others are used to mask imperfections locally.
How to choose a good foundation for problem skin
In the reviews, makeup artists and buyers unanimously repeat: not always a high-quality product belongs to the luxury category and is notable for its high cost. When buying, you need to look not at the price tag, but at the following characteristics:
- Composition. It is extremely wrong to purchase foundation based on mineral oils, parabens, glycerin and silicone.
- Quality. Not only the rating can help with this, but also the rave reviews of customers on thematic forums.
- Structure. Dense ones are needed in case of "global" toning of the face. If aneed to cover minor flaws, give preference to light vibes.
- Producer. As practice shows, more than once, newcomer firms presented better products than the giants of the cosmetic market.
Color and texture
The right shade of foundation for problem skin will help even out the complexion and mask visible imperfections.
Rules to follow:
- in winter, the base color should be slightly lighter than the natural skin tone, and in summer, exactly the opposite;
- if you have redness, age spots, inflammation and severe rashes, choose a mattifying cream.
As for the texture, it can be different, but in the case of problem skin, you should pay attention to the following options:
- liquid - they do not contain oils, so they are suitable for oily skin type;
- For combination and inflamed skin, a cream-fluid based on fat-free helium is ideal;
- dense texture will come "to the court" for those who are tortured by black dots and acne.
Best foundation for problem skin rated (based on customer reviews)
Of course, the choice of a cosmetic product is a purely individual matter, as it depends on many factors. But as practice shows, you can choose a good product using ratings based on surveys and reviews of real customers.
Diorskin Forever
The manufacturer promises that if appliedcream not with your fingers, but with a Dior beauty blender, then you can independently achieve the level of studio makeup at home. The fluid texture allows the foundation to hide imperfections and create a velvety effect on the skin.
Merges into the skin, protects against UV radiation, lasts up to 15 hours and is available in the following shades:
- ivory (010);
- delicate beige (015);
- porcelain (012);
- light beige (020);
- cameo (022);
- soft beige (025);
- medium beige (030);
- pink beige (032);
- honey (040).
Max Factor Miracle Match
One of the best tonal creams for problem skin in the middle price category. The resistance of the product does not depend on the weather, which means that it will not spread in the heat. The composition contains microparticles that can scatter light, due to which a radiance effect appears on the face. At the same time, the base does not shine and gives the skin a matte finish. In addition, the composition of the product includes at least 30% of the components that care for the epidermis. Despite many positive qualities, Miracle Match has one drawback: a strange smell. But after applying the foundation on the face, it disappears.
L'Oréal Alliance Perfect
Good mattifying cream for oily skin. The coating created by the product masks imperfections and absorbs excess greasiness due to the absorbent components present in the composition. Lightthe texture of the product stays on the skin for up to 8 hours.
Givenchy Teint Couture Long-Wearing Fluid
One of the best foundations for problematic skin in the luxury category, designed specifically to eliminate oily sheen. When applied, the product evens out the epidermis, gives a matte finish and incredible softness. The fluid does not float at high temperatures, provides 15-hour wear, and also boasts a wide range of light shades.
Makeup artist recommends
Nika Kislyak studied make-up art at Mosmake school, then went abroad (New York, London) to improve her skills. For the past 6 years, she has been the main make-up artist of the L'Oréal Paris brand in Russia and shares her opinion on which foundations for problem skin you should pay attention to.
Luminous Silk Foundation by Giorgio Armani is the perfect foundation that hides imperfections yet looks very natural. The skin after it becomes matte with a pleasant light glow. The product is long-lasting and can be applied with anything: fingers, brush, beauty blender.
Nude Magique is a great foundation for daily use. An ideal solution for those who want to spend 1-2 minutes, and as a result get the maximum hiding of imperfections. The composition includes mineral oils, due to which a light powdery effect is created. How to apply: Shake the bottle and stretch the fluid from the center of the face to the edges.
Matte Skin Shine Proof Foundation by Becca - for those who love a matte finish. In addition to almost naturalcomposition, your face is provided with an ideal overlap of imperfections. In this case, the result is amazing: the face will look completely natural, and not like a plaster mask.
Intensive Skin Serum Foundation SPF40 by Bobbi Brown is Nicky Kislyak's favorite. The 2 in 1 product is a foundation for problem skin and a caring serum. The foundation literally melts on the face, spreads easily and applies evenly. The active ingredient is tea tree oil, which relieves inflammation and removes redness. The bottle is equipped with a convenient pipette dispenser, which allows you to apply the fluid with your fingertips without using a brush. Plus, the foundation has a high degree of sun protection.
Sheer Clow Foundation by NARS is highly pigmented to cover imperfections for a natural glow. It is best distributed over the face not with a brush, but with fingertips.
Lumi Magique is L'Oreal Paris' best foundation for problematic skin. The finish is not light and not dense - a kind of golden mean. Instantly moisturizes the epidermis, makes the face look well-groomed, and most importantly, hides all imperfections.
BB-cream from Beauty Republic - surprised and pleased not only Nika Kislyak, but also other makeup artists. The product is presented in three shades:
- natural beige;
- greenish to neutralize redness, inflammation;
- purple to transform a face with a yellowish tone.
You can apply the product with your fingertips or with a brush. In the latter case, give preference to natural fluffy pile, which will make the layer thin, but the skin will noticeably freshen up, and the effect will last long enough.
Clinique Features
The manufacturer was the first to offer customers a line of allergy-tested and fragrance-free products, tailored to the individual needs of the dermis. What does it mean? In accordance with the standards developed by the company's dermatologists, each product is tested 12 times on 600 volunteers. And if at least one of the 7200 applications provokes an allergy, the product is sent for revision or is completely discontinued.
Decorative cosmetics from "Clinics" not only decorates women, but also cares for their skin. Individual approach and care for its customers is expressed through the creation of many shades and textures for any type of dermis, as the main task of the company is to make the skin gorgeous and irresistible.
Superbalanced Makeup by Clinique
This foundation from "Clinics" for problem skin has earned a lot of positive feedback from customers. Of the advantages, many noted the weightless texture, which helps the product to lie on the face easily, without leaving an unpleasant mask effect. Persistence for 7-8 hours without additional correction. The product showed itself especially well on oily skin - it perfectly masks enlarged pores, acne marks and other imperfections.
Foundation available in 12 shades:
- Beige Chiffon.
- Cream.
- Alabaster.
- Petal.
- Sunny.
- Ivory.
- Sand.
- Cream Chamois.
- Porcelain Beige.
- Vanilla.
- Neutral.
- Linen.
The only drawback: no dispenser.
Anti Blemish Solutions
Another foundation that will be a salvation for owners of problematic, rash-prone dermis. The non-comedogenic product will in no way aggravate existing problems, so you should not worry about the appearance of new breakouts.
The foundation gently conceals imperfections, merges with the natural skin tone, without revealing its presence on the face. The bottle is equipped with a convenient dispenser spout. The product is offered in 6 shades:
- Alabaster.
- Vanilla.
- Ivory.
- Beige.
- Neutral.
- Sand.
Stay-Matte Oil-Free and Beyond Perfecting Foundation
"Stay-Matte Oil-Free" - matte foundation for problem skin from Clinique. It differs from the previous ones in a thick texture, which, however, does not prevent the product from being easily and evenly distributed. The main advantage is the presence of film-forming substances that do not allow the base to spread even in hot or rainy weather. Thus, the tool can be safely recommended for trips to the sea. Despite the stability of the coating, sometimes it is necessary to additionally adjust the T-zone. The product is presented in the following shades:
- Alabaster.
- Ivory.
- Neutral.
- Vanilla.
- Beige.
- Sand.
Beyond Perfecting Foundation performs 2 functions at the same time: creates an even tone and masks imperfections. The consistency of the product is quite thick, so the manufacturer recommends choosing one tone lighter. Customers say that, despite the density, the cream fits well on the skin.
Lancome
Cosmetics of this brand, even at a high cost, is in great demand. If you are still looking for the perfect foundation for problem skin, perhaps Lankom has a worthy option.
Teint Idole Ultra 24h for oily dermis is presented in a heavy bottle with a transparent glass dispenser. The product is also available in a sample format, which is very convenient: you can not be afraid to make a mistake with the tone. The average density does not allow spreading, and the light consistency contributes to uniform distribution over the surface of the dermis. Reviews of the foundation for problem skin from Lankom claim that it carefully masks imperfections, pleases with durability, does not clog pores and, most importantly, does not stain clothes.
Dual-Purpose Moisturizer Foundation Cream. There are no oils in the composition, which means that the foundation can also be recommended to owners of problem skin. Light in consistency, the product is evenly distributed, creating a velvety finish. The effect of he althy radiance is achieved thanks tothe presence of reflective pigments. On top of that, the Dual-Purpose Moisturizer Foundation Cream provides mild, but UV protection (SPF 15).
Features of Vichy cosmetics
All brand products contain thermal water extracted from the famous spring of the same name. Heated to 140 °C and raised from a depth of 4000 m, it contains 15 useful minerals used in their original form. Vichy Thermal Water is an elixir for the skin that energizes, protects, moisturizes, restores at the cellular level and soothes irritations.
In addition to the ingredient mentioned above, foundation creams contain other ingredients that can make the face perfect and well-groomed:
- Vitamins E and C are well-known antioxidants that protect the skin from the damaging effects of external factors. Without the first substance, the formation of new collagen fibers is impossible, and the second blocks the appearance of age spots. In addition, vitamin E is involved in the respiration of the skin and protects it from photoaging.
- Esperulin is the active ingredient in all Vichy foundations for problem skin. An extract extracted from the bark of the Amazonian tree blocks inflammation, improves tone and soothes irritated epidermis.
- Hyaluronic acid - retains moisture at the cellular level, fights the appearance of wrinkles.
- Silicon - has a mattifying effect.
- Carnauba wax - a component produced from the leaves of the same nameSouth American palm, fills fine wrinkles without weighing down the epidermis.
Vichy Leaders
The NormaDerm Teint line is a real "lifeline" for problem skin prone to inflammation and acne. Each product is created taking into account the needs of the oily dermis. As you know, it is she who most often suffers from rashes. The texture of foundation creams is ultra-light, and the presence of the unique Sebum-Proof complex and zinkadon A regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands and provides a matte effect.
The undisputed leader and professional in masking imperfections is the fluid concealer corrector for problem skin - DermaBlend. The tool is easy to apply, literally melts on the face and perfectly hides imperfections, including dark circles under the eyes.
