Best Lightweight Powder Foundations Updated May 2025

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Best Lightweight Powder Foundations
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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9.8

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9.8

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Lightweight Loose Powder Makeup Foundation with Vitamins A, C, & E, Sheer to Medium Buildable Coverag...
Coverage
Works well
Skin look
Skin tone
Powder quality
Value for money

9.8

1
Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Lightweight Loose Powder Makeup Foundation with Vitamins A, C, & E, Sheer to Medium Buildable Coverag...
Coverage
Works well
Skin look
Skin tone
Powder quality
Value for money

9.7

2

9.7

LAURA GELLER NEW YORK Award-Winning Baked Balance-n-Brighten Color Correcting Powder Foundation - Light - Buildable Light to Me...
Natural looking
Functionality
Ease of application
Lightweight
Feel

9.7

2
LAURA GELLER NEW YORK Award-Winning Baked Balance-n-Brighten Color Correcting Powder Foundation - Light - Buildable Light to Me...
Natural looking
Functionality
Ease of application
Lightweight
Feel

9.6

3

9.6

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Face Powder Makeup & Setting Powder, Classic Ivory, 1 Count
Quality
Skin tone
Value for money
Coverage
Color match
Powder quality

9.6

3
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Pressed Face Powder Makeup & Setting Powder, Classic Ivory, 1 Count
Quality
Skin tone
Value for money
Coverage
Color match
Powder quality

9.5

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9.5

L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Oil Free Foundation Powder, W2 Light, 0.33 oz, Packaging May Vary
Color match
Value for money
Coverage
Powder quality
Functionality
Duration

9.5

4
L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Oil Free Foundation Powder, W2 Light, 0.33 oz, Packaging May Vary
Color match
Value for money
Coverage
Powder quality
Functionality
Duration

9.4

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9.4

bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation SPF 15, Lightweight Mineral Loose Powder Foundation Makeup, Buildable Coverage, T...
Quality
Coverage
Natural look
Lightweight
Value for money
Skin care

9.4

5
bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation SPF 15, Lightweight Mineral Loose Powder Foundation Makeup, Buildable Coverage, T...
Quality
Coverage
Natural look
Lightweight
Value for money
Skin care

9.3

6

9.3

Maybelline Super Stay Up to 24HR Hybrid Powder-Foundation, Medium-to-Full Coverage Makeup, Matte Finish, 220, 1 Count
Coverage
Longevity
Weight
Oiliness

9.3

6
Maybelline Super Stay Up to 24HR Hybrid Powder-Foundation, Medium-to-Full Coverage Makeup, Matte Finish, 220, 1 Count
Coverage
Longevity
Weight
Oiliness

9.2

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9.2

COVERGIRL Clean Simply Powder Foundation, Buff Beige , 0.44 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Coverage
Value for money
Skin tone
Lightweight
Ease of application
Texture

9.2

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COVERGIRL Clean Simply Powder Foundation, Buff Beige , 0.44 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Coverage
Value for money
Skin tone
Lightweight
Ease of application
Texture

9.1

8

9.1

Covergirl Clean Invisible Pressed Powder, Lightweight, Breathable, Vegan Formula, Classic Ivory 110, 0.38oz
Look
Color accuracy
Lightweight
Effectiveness
Value for money
Coverage

9.1

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Covergirl Clean Invisible Pressed Powder, Lightweight, Breathable, Vegan Formula, Classic Ivory 110, 0.38oz
Look
Color accuracy
Lightweight
Effectiveness
Value for money
Coverage

9.0

9

9.0

Black Radiance Natural Matte Foundation Powder, Minimizes Shine, Golden Almond
Color match
Skin tone
Smooth finish

9.0

9
Black Radiance Natural Matte Foundation Powder, Minimizes Shine, Golden Almond
Color match
Skin tone
Smooth finish

8.9

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8.9

Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder Face Makeup, Longwearing, Fragrance-Free, Noncomedogenic, 830 Light Medium, 0.3 oz
Product quality
Color match
Longevity
Coverage
Finish
Value for money

8.9

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Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder Face Makeup, Longwearing, Fragrance-Free, Noncomedogenic, 830 Light Medium, 0.3 oz
Product quality
Color match
Longevity
Coverage
Finish
Value for money

Our Top Choice

9.8

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9.8

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Lightweight Loose Powder Makeup Foundation with Vitamins A, C, & E, Sheer to Medium Buildable Coverag...
Coverage
Works well
Skin look
Skin tone
Powder quality
Value for money

9.8

1
Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Lightweight Loose Powder Makeup Foundation with Vitamins A, C, & E, Sheer to Medium Buildable Coverag...
Coverage
Works well
Skin look
Skin tone
Powder quality
Value for money