It’s hard to find good light, oil-free foundations, especially if you don’t know what to look for. Oily skin is just as hard to deal with as dry or mixed skin, so you’ll need something to keep the shine under control and make your skin look naturally glowing. To be fully honest, I have dry skin, but I talked to my sister, who has a significant problem with too much shine, and did some research to locate these light, oil-free foundations to show you today.
Lancome’s Teint Idole Ultra
Cost: $42.00 at sephora.com
This foundation is amazing since it lasts a long time, covers everything, and doesn’t have any oil in it. I truly like Lancome and trust that their products are of high quality. So, certainly, if you think a nice foundation is always worth spending a little more for, give it a try. You might also ask for a sample to see whether full coverage is something you’d be okay with.
Clinique’s Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup
Cost: $24.50 at sephora.com
This unique light oil-free foundation from Clinique is next on my list. It does more than just cover up. Yes, it really does help with acne and breakouts while keeping the skin appearing healthy, matte, and free of redness. Cool!
Korres’ Wild Rose Foundation
The Wild Rose Foundation by Korres costs $30.00 at sephora.com.
When you get older and start applying makeup that makes you look younger, it’s challenging to find products that aren’t too greasy. My mom is 52 and still has oily skin, so I know. I think that cosmetic corporations think that everyone’s skin gets dry after they turn 40. Well, think again and certainly try this one out. It contains anti-wrinkle benefits and is a light, oil-free foundation that even women with oily skin may wear.
Stila’s Natural Finish Oil-Free Makeup
Cost: $38.00 at sephora.com
You want your skin to look healthy and young all day long, and that’s the only shine I have in mind. Well, here’s the deal for you. A light, oil-free foundation with medium coverage that will keep your skin looking great. You may also add your preferred pressed or loose powder for a satin finish because it’s neither too heavy or too matte.
Clinique’s Stay Matte Pressed Powder
Cost: $20.00 at sephora.com
This is something I really like that my sister uses all the time: pressed powder that is oil-free and can soak up extra shine, leaving your face appearing like the softest, finest velvet. You can use it by itself for light coverage or mix it with liquid foundation on days when your face doesn’t look its best.
Lorac’s Oil-Free Wet/Dry Powder Makeup
Cost: $36.00 at sephora.com
Want to add more of those light, oil-free foundations to your list of things to try? Check out this two-in-one foundation from Lorac! I like that you can dose it and choose how much coverage you need right now. If you want to cover up a breakout, use this foundation dry. If you only need a little bit of mattifying color, moisten your sponge and use it that way.
Makeup for Ever’s Mat Velvet
Makeup for Ever’s Mat Velvet costs $34.00 at sephora.com.
This one looks good thus far. I have to admit that I had never heard of this brand before, but the description made me change my mind and add it to the list of interesting oil-free, light foundations that I want to try.
Laura Mercier’s Oil-Free Foundation
Cost: $42.00 at sephora.com
This is great for all skin types and might be exactly what you were looking for. It’s really light and airy, but on days when you think your natural beauty might use a little help, you can add an extra coat. Look at it, try it out, and let me know what you think. I’m thinking about it too.
