Best Lightweight Foundations Updated May 2025
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Best Lightweight Foundations
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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Best Lightweight Foundation
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10.0

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10.0

Maybelline Dream Fresh Skin Hydrating BB cream, 8-in-1 Skin Perfecting Beauty Balm with Broad Spectrum SPF 30, Sheer Tint Cover...
Coverage
Color
Effectiveness
Lightweight
Skin tone
Moisturizing
Save 20% + 15% Coupon
Save 20% + 15% Coupon
Best Lightweight Foundation
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10.0

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Maybelline Dream Fresh Skin Hydrating BB cream, 8-in-1 Skin Perfecting Beauty Balm with Broad Spectrum SPF 30, Sheer Tint Cover...
Coverage
Color
Effectiveness
Lightweight
Skin tone
Moisturizing
Save 20% + 15% Coupon

9.9

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9.9

e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter, Complexion Booster For A Glowing, Soft-Focus Look, Infused With Hyaluronic Acid, Vegan & Cruelt...
Appearance
Glow
Product quality
Coverage
Value for money
Lightweight

9.9

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e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter, Complexion Booster For A Glowing, Soft-Focus Look, Infused With Hyaluronic Acid, Vegan & Cruelt...
Appearance
Glow
Product quality
Coverage
Value for money
Lightweight

9.7

3

9.7

Olay Total Effects Face Moisturizer + Touch of Foundation, 1.7 fl oz
Color
Moisturizer
Effectiveness
Coverage
Lightweight
Blendability
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Save 14%

9.7

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Olay Total Effects Face Moisturizer + Touch of Foundation, 1.7 fl oz
Color
Moisturizer
Effectiveness
Coverage
Lightweight
Blendability
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9.6

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9.6

MagicMinerals AirBrush Foundation by Jerome Alexander – 2pc Set with Airbrush Foundation and Kabuki Brush - Spray Makeup with A...
Coverage
Natural look
Effectiveness
Ease of application
Lightweight
Smoothness
Save 36%
Save 36%

9.6

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MagicMinerals AirBrush Foundation by Jerome Alexander – 2pc Set with Airbrush Foundation and Kabuki Brush - Spray Makeup with A...
Coverage
Natural look
Effectiveness
Ease of application
Lightweight
Smoothness
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9.5

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9.5

COVERGIRL+Olay Simply Ageless 3-in-1 Liquid Foundation Classic Ivory, 1 Ounce (packaging may vary)
Coverage
Natural look
Foundation quality
Smoothness
Skin care
Lightweight
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Save 36%

9.5

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COVERGIRL+Olay Simply Ageless 3-in-1 Liquid Foundation Classic Ivory, 1 Ounce (packaging may vary)
Coverage
Natural look
Foundation quality
Smoothness
Skin care
Lightweight
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9.3

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9.3

e.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation, Medium Coverage, Long-Lasting & Buildable Foundation For A Smooth, Satin Finish, Vegan & Cruelty-F...
Coverage
Skin tone
Foundation quality
Finish
Value for money
Color match

9.3

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e.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation, Medium Coverage, Long-Lasting & Buildable Foundation For A Smooth, Satin Finish, Vegan & Cruelty-F...
Coverage
Skin tone
Foundation quality
Finish
Value for money
Color match

9.2

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9.2

L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum Foundation with 1% Hyaluronic acid, Very Light 0.5-2, 1 fl. oz.
Natural appearance
Coverage
Moisturizing
Lightweight
Product quality
Ease of application
Save 25% + 15% Coupon
Save 25% + 15% Coupon

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L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum Foundation with 1% Hyaluronic acid, Very Light 0.5-2, 1 fl. oz.
Natural appearance
Coverage
Moisturizing
Lightweight
Product quality
Ease of application
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Best Value

9.1

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9.1

e.l.f. Flawless Finish Foundation, Improves Uneven Skin Tone, Lightweight, Medium Coverage & Semi-Matte, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, ...
Coverage
Color match
Value for money
Effectiveness
Foundation quality
Lightweight
Best Value

9.1

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e.l.f. Flawless Finish Foundation, Improves Uneven Skin Tone, Lightweight, Medium Coverage & Semi-Matte, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, ...
Coverage
Color match
Value for money
Effectiveness
Foundation quality
Lightweight

9.0

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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint with Hyaluronic Acid, Lightweight Water Gel Formula, Moisturizing, Oil-Free & Non-Comedog...
Coverage
Color
Moisturizing
Effectiveness
Lightweight
Skin care
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Save 7%

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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint with Hyaluronic Acid, Lightweight Water Gel Formula, Moisturizing, Oil-Free & Non-Comedog...
Coverage
Color
Moisturizing
Effectiveness
Lightweight
Skin care
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Premium Pick

8.6

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8.6

LAURA GELLER NEW YORK Baked Balance-N-Glow Illuminating Foundation - Fair - Buildable Sheer to Light Coverage - Satin Finish
Coverage
Natural look
Ease of application
Foundation quality
Lightweight
Glow
Premium Pick

8.6

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LAURA GELLER NEW YORK Baked Balance-N-Glow Illuminating Foundation - Fair - Buildable Sheer to Light Coverage - Satin Finish
Coverage
Natural look
Ease of application
Foundation quality
Lightweight
Glow

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Best Lightweight Foundation
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10.0

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10.0

Maybelline Dream Fresh Skin Hydrating BB cream, 8-in-1 Skin Perfecting Beauty Balm with Broad Spectrum SPF 30, Sheer Tint Cover...
Coverage
Color
Effectiveness
Lightweight
Skin tone
Moisturizing
Save 20% + 15% Coupon
Save 20% + 15% Coupon
Best Lightweight Foundation
Popular

10.0

1
Maybelline Dream Fresh Skin Hydrating BB cream, 8-in-1 Skin Perfecting Beauty Balm with Broad Spectrum SPF 30, Sheer Tint Cover...
Coverage
Color
Effectiveness
Lightweight
Skin tone
Moisturizing
Save 20% + 15% Coupon
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