Best Liquid Compact Foundations Updated May 2025
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Best Liquid Compact Foundations
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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9.9

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9.9

COVERGIRL Smoothers AquaSmooth Makeup Foundation Ivory, .4 oz
Coverage
Makeup quality
Smoothness
Ease of application
Foundation quality
Weight
Best Overall

9.9

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COVERGIRL Smoothers AquaSmooth Makeup Foundation Ivory, .4 oz
Coverage
Makeup quality
Smoothness
Ease of application
Foundation quality
Weight
Best Value

9.7

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9.7

COVERGIRL Outlast All-Day Ultimate Finish Foundation, Classic Ivory
Coverage
Value for money
Skin tone
Lightweight
Ease of application
Texture
Best Value

9.7

2
COVERGIRL Outlast All-Day Ultimate Finish Foundation, Classic Ivory
Coverage
Value for money
Skin tone
Lightweight
Ease of application
Texture

9.6

3

9.6

Air Cushion CC Cream - Moisturizing BB Cream Foundation, Long-Lasting Waterproof New Mushroom Head Cushion Foundation Concealer...
Texture
Ease of application
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9.6

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Air Cushion CC Cream - Moisturizing BB Cream Foundation, Long-Lasting Waterproof New Mushroom Head Cushion Foundation Concealer...
Texture
Ease of application
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9.5

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9.5

Maybelline New York Dream Matte Mousse Foundation, Classic Ivory, 0.64 oz.
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Skin tone
Texture
Quality
Ease of application
Lightweight
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9.5

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Maybelline New York Dream Matte Mousse Foundation, Classic Ivory, 0.64 oz.
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Lightweight
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9.4

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9.4

CoverGirl Aquasmooth SPF 20 Compact Foundation, 725 Buff Beige, 0.4 Ounce
Coverage
Ease of application
Color
Product quality
Smoothness
Lightweight
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9.4

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CoverGirl Aquasmooth SPF 20 Compact Foundation, 725 Buff Beige, 0.4 Ounce
Coverage
Ease of application
Color
Product quality
Smoothness
Lightweight
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9.3

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9.3

MISSHA Glow Cushion No.23 Natural Beige for Natural Skin Radiant & Moisturizing Skin with Buildable Coverage
Coverage
Glow
Moisturizing
Ease of application
Lightweight
Effectiveness

9.3

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MISSHA Glow Cushion No.23 Natural Beige for Natural Skin Radiant & Moisturizing Skin with Buildable Coverage
Coverage
Glow
Moisturizing
Ease of application
Lightweight
Effectiveness

9.2

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9.2

COVERGIRL Ultimate Finish Liquid Powder Make Up Buff Beige(W) 425, 0.4-Ounce Compact (packaging may vary)

9.2

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COVERGIRL Ultimate Finish Liquid Powder Make Up Buff Beige(W) 425, 0.4-Ounce Compact (packaging may vary)

9.1

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9.1

L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Oil Free Foundation Powder, W4 Light Medium, 0.33 oz, Packaging May Vary
Color match
Value for money
Coverage
Powder quality
Functionality
Duration
Save 37%
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L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Oil Free Foundation Powder, W4 Light Medium, 0.33 oz, Packaging May Vary
Color match
Value for money
Coverage
Powder quality
Functionality
Duration
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9.0

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9.0

COVERGIRL & Olay Simply Ageless Instant Wrinkle-Defying Foundation, Natural Beige 0.4 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Value for money
Coverage
Ease of application
Natural look
Smoothness
Moisturizing
Save 35% + $2.98 Coupon
Save 35% + $2.98 Coupon

9.0

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COVERGIRL & Olay Simply Ageless Instant Wrinkle-Defying Foundation, Natural Beige 0.4 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Value for money
Coverage
Ease of application
Natural look
Smoothness
Moisturizing
Save 35% + $2.98 Coupon
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Popular

8.8

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8.8

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
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Save 49%
Premium Pick
Popular

8.8

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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
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Best Overall

9.9

1

9.9

COVERGIRL Smoothers AquaSmooth Makeup Foundation Ivory, .4 oz
Coverage
Makeup quality
Smoothness
Ease of application
Foundation quality
Weight
Best Overall

9.9

1
COVERGIRL Smoothers AquaSmooth Makeup Foundation Ivory, .4 oz
Coverage
Makeup quality
Smoothness
Ease of application
Foundation quality
Weight
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