The 10 Very Best Foundations for Oily Skin
These picks will keep you looking flawless and shine-free.
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Instead of reaching for blotting papers every hour — or reapplying halfway through the day — start your look with a base that won't budge. Check out some of the steals and splurges our editors swear by, as well as other bestsellers that fly off the shelves.
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BUDGET: Maybelline Fit Me Shine-Free + Balance Stick Foundation
$9
Maybelline's stick design isn't just for easy-application — there's a special anti-shine powder core in the middle! As you swipe on the foundation, the powder instantly absorbs any excess oil on your face.
Maybelline
BUDGET: L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation
$13
This long-wear, budget-friendly formula covers well, provides a matte finish and feels light on skin. One Ulta reviewer says, "I've tried every foundation on the market, high-end and drugstore. I always find myself coming back to this foundation!"
L'Oréal Paris
BUDGET: NYX Total Control Drop Foundation
$14
From sheer to full and everything in between, NYX's matte-finish drops make it a breeze to get your perfect coverage level. Start with a few drops on your brush, blender, or fingertips and keep adding more until you're happy with the look.
NYX
BUDGET: BareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation SPF 15
$29
A favorite of Good Housekeeping's Beauty Director, April Franzino, this iconic mineral foundation powder helps absorb oil and leaves skin with a satiny-matte finish that looks airbrushed, but not flat.
BareMinerals
INVESTMENT: Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
$34
The foundation that broke the internet in 2017, Rihanna's soft matte namesake works for nearly every skin type. It comes in 40 shades, and at a reasonable price compared to other high-end brands — we get the hype!
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
INVESTMENT: Stila Perfectly Poreless Putty Perfector
$39
Perfect if you want light, shine-free coverage, this unique formula is equal parts cream foundation and pressed powder in one. Wear alone for a subtle look, layer over another foundation to lock everything in, or keep it with you for last-minute touch-ups.
Stila
INVESTMENT: Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Foundation SPF 15
$39
With nearly 3000 (!) five-star reviews on Sephora.com, this fan favorite is packed with Amazonian clay for a smooth, matte finish. One reviewer raves, "It stays on all day! I don't even have to apply setting powder — just primer and this foundation."
Tarte
INVESTMENT: Stila Stay All Day Foundation & Concealer
$40
Get the most bang for your buck with the two-in-one package from Stila — you get a foundation and matching concealer in the cap. The long-wearing formula is lightweight, oil-free, and water-resistant so the matte finish will last all day.
Stila
INVESTMENT: Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Cushion Foundation
$47
Finally, a cushion compact for people with oily skin! Lancôme's formula is easily buildable and contains SPF 50. While the portable foundation is perfect to throw in your bag for on-the-go coverage, it isn't quite as matte as some others.
Lancôme
INVESTMENT: Marc Jacobs Beauty Re(marc)Able Full Cover Foundation Concentrate
$55
Danusia Wnek, chemist at the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab, calls this her "holy grail" for full coverage in one application. "This is a very matte foundation, and having oily skin it's exactly what I want. It's budge-proof and I only need a few drops to cover my entire face," she raves.
Marc Jacobs Beauty
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