Water Based Foundation

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Water-based foundation is a type of foundation whose base is, well, water. Water-based foundations are ideal for people with sensitive skin, dry skin, or those looking for something a little more lightweight. Pro tip: when using a water-based foundation, be sure to pair it with a water-based primers to avoid your foundation separating on your face (water and oil don't mix!).

DIORForever Natural Velvet Matte Compact Foundation

Size: 0.4 oz / 10 g·ITEM: 2654630

Color: 2CR IN

55 Reviews

$60.00

This paired well, for me, with the Dior Forever Matte Foundation. I was without shine/oiliness longer than I expected....this product is literally amazing. for performances or important events, you could wear it with the dior foundation or any foundation in general. I usually just put it over concealer.

What it is: A transfer-proof compact foundation that visibly reduces shine and provides up to 24 hours of natural-looking, matte coverage with a smooth, refined finish.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Pressed Powder

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Iris Extract: Delivers antioxidant benefits.
- Wild Pansy Flower Extract: Preserves hydration.
- Rose Extract: Visibly refines pores.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also gluten-free.

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ONE/SIZE by Patrick StarrrTurn Up the Base Full Beat Waterproof Liquid Foundation

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2800993

Color: Light 15 R - light, rosy undertones

600 Reviews

$44.00

Turn Up the Base Foundation...I definitely recommend this foundation...Beautiful Base!!...I’m obsessed with this foundation from One Size!! It provides me with such a beautiful base that covers all of my redness and acne.

What it is: A long-wear, waterproof, sweatproof foundation formulated with only 16 ingredients that gives full coverage and maximum comfort to visibly blur and smooth without clogging pores.

Coverage: Full

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Lauryl Lysine: An amino acid that prevents makeup breakdown and provides water and sweat resistance.
- Alkane Complex: 100 percent plant-derived emollients replace silicone for a smooth feel.
- Rice Silk Powder: Blurs skin with a soft-focus effect.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS

SaieGlowy Super Skin Tint Foundation with Hyaluronic Acid

Size: 1 oz / 30 ml·ITEM: 2637346

Color: 14 - medium skin tones with peach undertones

938 Reviews

$40.00

This definitely doesn’t feel like a foundation and a little goes a long way. It goes great with the the base brush and works well with all different products, not just Saie. ...New favorite foundation...If you love the Saie Glowy Super Gel, then you’ll love this new foundation!!! It’s lightweight and gives my skin the perfect dewy base.

What it is: A lightweight skin tint foundation with medium coverage that brightens skin for a dewy, luminous finish.


Coverage: Medium


Finish: Natural


Formulation: Liquid


Highlighted Ingredients: 

- Hyaluronic Acid: Attracts and binds moisture to smooth and hydrate skin

- Rice Bran Peptides: Reduces the appearance of fine lines, pore, helps fade dark spots brightening skin tone.

Bobbi BrownWeightless Skin Oil-Controlling Foundation SPF 15 with Hyaluronic Acid

Size: 1 oz / 30 mL·ITEM: 2798445

Color: Neutral Cool Honey - Medium to Dark, neutral cool undertones

1.7K Reviews

$57.00

this is a great weightless foundation! it's water based, which I like because silicone can sometimes feel heavy on my skin. ...Very good for special occasions. The base is very nice and flawless. I would 100% recommend this foundation to anyone who wants a nice light weight foundation!

What it is: An oil controlling foundation that provides 24-hr moisture and wear, minimizes the look of pores and is water-proof and sweat-resistant.  


Coverage: Medium


Finish: 
Natural


Formulation: 
Liquid


SPF: 15

Highlighted Ingredients: 
- Oil-Absorbing Silicas: Absorb oil and shine without stripping moisture.

- Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, and Honey Extract: Boost skin’s moisture levels for immediate and long-term hydration.


Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also gluten-free.

MAKE UP FOR EVERMini HD Skin Hydra Glow Skincare Foundation with Hyaluronic Acid

Size: 0.4 oz·ITEM: 2738151

Color: 1N00  - Alabaster - For very fair skin with neutral undertones

84 Reviews

$22.00

I received so many compliments on my skin compared to other foundations! Definitely recommend!...I’m just going to list all others I’ve used that this blows out of the water- Estee lauder, Gucci, Mac, IT cos., colourpop, fenty, maybelline, Clinique & Lancôme.

What it is: An 86 percent skincare-based foundation with medium coverage and a naturally luminous finish that hydrates, smooths appearance, and visibly plumps and brightens skin rapidly and over time.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hydra-Skin Booster Complex™: Mimics the hydrating effect of a sheet mask.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.

What Else You Need to Know: Inspired by skincare sheet masks

DIORDior Forever Skin Glow Foundation SPF 15

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 2508711

Color: 2CR Cool Rosy - light skin with cool rosy undertones

1.2K Reviews

$57.00

I LOVE this foundation. It applies beautifully and has good coverage, but is still light weight enough to be buildable. proper skin prep & using a water based primer works best....Natural Foundation For Dry Skin...It blends well with other products and works nicely as a base. It doesn’t dry my skin out, even though I have very dry skin.

What it is: A Dior foundation with 24h wear, radiant medium-to-full coverage and hydration. With 86% skincare ingredients to visibly improve skin over time.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Radiant

Formulation:
Liquid

SPF: SPF 30 and under

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Iris Extract: Guards against oxidation.
- Hibiscus Extract: Helps renew the look of skin.
- Wild Pansy Extract: Maintains hydration for healthy-looking skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.

bareMineralsBAREPRO® 24HR Skin Perfecting Talc-Free Matte Powder Foundation

Size: 0.28 oz / 8 g·ITEM: 2850279

Color: Medium 30 Cool - for medium cool skin with a pink hue

407 Reviews

$42.00

I don’t normally use powder foundation but was excited to try this gifted product. ...I highly recommend this to anyone that needs or wants a flawless base finish!

What it is: A talc-free, natural matte foundation that provides up to 24 hours of breathable full coverage and all-day oil control, while reducing the look of pores.

Coverage: Full

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Pressed Powder

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Brightening Pineapple Complex with Licorice Root: Visibly brightens and refreshes skin's texture by supporting cell turnover.
- Cocoa Butter and Shea Butter: Help to preserve skin's moisture balance.
- Peony Flower and Sugarcane-Derived Squalane: Promote the appearance of smoother skin by targeting roughness.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: This skin-improvi

PATRICK TAMajor Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo

Size: .32 oz cream and .14 oz powder / 9 g cream and 4 g powder·ITEM: 2607257

Color: Fair 2 - neutral

1.2K Reviews

$52.00

DONT USE WATER BASED PRIMER...The reason people are having results with separation is due to using a water based primer!...Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder D...This is my new everyday foundation. I love a natural skin-like finish in my foundations and this is perfect.

What it is: A duo that includes a blendable, medium-coverage cream foundation paired with a satin-finish powder.

What Else You Need to Know: This duo includes a buildable, breathable cream formula that melts into and moves with the skin. It also includes an air-spun setting powder that blurs the appearance of pores to create a flawless-looking, skin-like finish.

This Set Contains:
- 0.42 oz/ 12 g Cream Foundation
- 0.31 oz/ 9 g Powder

MAKE UP FOR EVERMini HD Skin Undetectable Longwear Foundation

Size: 0.04 oz / 12 mL·ITEM: 2513836

Color: 1N14 Beige - for light skin tones with neutral undertones

294 Reviews

$22.00

I finally found a foundation for my mature and combination skin. I get how people say it's matte and dry but if you properly prep your face and finish off with a thermal water spray to set the foundation, your skin will look flawless and smooth. ...Top of my foundation list...I’m usually a haus labs/mac girly but oh my GOODNESS this foundation is magical! With the proper face prep, this foundation lasts ALL day, no pilling, no patches, glowy beautiful skin like skin!!

What it is: A foundation that blurs and covers imperfections for up to 24 hours and is powered by a micro-skin system that syncs with the skin for a true-to-skin finish.

Coverage: Medium

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Micro-Skin System™: Follows skin movement, provides immediate, visible high correction, and smooths skin.
- Vegetable-Origin Glycerol: Helps to preserve the initial moisturizing of the skin.
- Exopolysaccharide: Helps for radiance of complexion.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, tricloc

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