Best Light Foundations in 2026

Tinted Hydrating Serum Vegan Foundation: Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid to leave skin smoother and more hydrated, plus luminous mineral pigments for lightweight coverage and to brighten complexion

Hyaluronic Acid: Naturally found in the skin, Hyaluronic Acid helps enhance skin’s ability to retain moisture; Vegan makeup, Dermatologically tested, paraben- and fragrance-free, noncomedogenic, and suitable for all skin types, even sensitive skin

Illuminate Your Face: From BB creams to blush, we have all you need for a smooth, even finish; Highlight to illuminate your look, use concealer to hide imperfections or apply contouring makeup to define

Maybelline Fit Me Dewy Foundation With Spf: Ideal for normal to dry skin, this liquid foundation hydrates and smoothes skin texture for a natural-looking, luminous finish; Protects with SPF 18

A Shade That Fits Me: Maybelline Fit Me liquid foundation provides coverage for a wide array of skin tones, from Ivory to Mocha; Use as a full face foundation with buildable coverage for a flawless, natural-looking, "I woke up like this" finish

Best Face Forward: Maybelline has sheer, medium, and full coverage foundation in liquid and powder foundation formulas, and a range of concealers, face primers, contour, highlighter, and pressed and setting powder to help you create a perfect canvas

Helps nourish and protect your skin for up to 16 hours and won’t rub off even in heat and humidity

Formulated with vitamin E and lemon extract to keep skin smooth and naturally radiant

Light to medium buildable coverage blends seamlessly for a naturally luminous and flawless finish

A loose mineral foundation that gives a sheer to medium coverage.

Made from micronized minerals, oil free and weightless

An SPF 20/15 foundation, powder and concealer with broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sun protection.

provides physical barrier against the sun and pollution

Satin finish

More luminous & healthy looking

Almay's liquid foundation formula instantly transforms from a white cream to your ideal shade as you smooth it on—that’s the magic of our technology!

Almay's Tonemimic technology uses tiny spheres that break open and release pigment as you blend them over your skin

6 shades of natural-looking, streak-free, medium-coverage foundation with a luminous glow that builds, so you get the exact coverage you want from this liquid base

Luminous Foundation with SPF combines powerful ingredients that work to improve your complexion the more you wear them; 40 percent water for hydration; Vitamins C and E for improved clarity and skin tone and Liquid Light Technology for an instant glow

True Match Lumi Face Makeup: Each True Match Lumi foundation and illuminator offers shades that can flatter any skin tone and undertone, for glowing coverage and instant luminosity

The Foundation Of Your Look: From BB creams to blush, L'Oréal face makeup has everything you need; Highlight to illuminate your look, use concealer to hide imperfections or apply contouring makeup for enhanced, defined features

Looks soft and luminous on your skin—but delivers serious, crease resistant camouflage with its medium-to-full coverage

This concealer won’t settle into facial lines and wrinkles

Lightweight formula blurs, for a natural look

COVERAGE CONTROL: Buildable formula allows for ultimate coverage control from sheer to full, perfect for light makeup days or when you need more coverage

ALL SKIN TYPES: Our weightless, breathable mineral blend is non-drying and won’t clog pores for a second skin feel

NATURAL: Formulated with all-natural ingredients that quickly unify the complexion for a soft, luminous, and natural looking finish

Liquid foundation in a cushion compact

Buildable formula is luminous and lightweight

Water-based gel Formula delivers a hydrating and a natural look with a broad spectrum SPF 15 sun protection

Radiant Concealer: Made to match the Born To Glow Collection, this concealer comes in many luminous shades, making it an excellent contour concealer; Each micropearl packed shade covers up blemishes, blurs imperfections, and boosts radiance

For Brighter Eyes In A Puff: This concealer features a unique powder puff applicator designed to apply and blend its luminous formula into tight corners of the face and expertly sculpt and contour; No extra makeup brushes or tools needed

Face From Foundation To Finish: Complete your makeup look with our full line of NYX Professional Makeup face products to aid in color correction and coverage from blush, bronzer, foundations and contouring concealer to palettes and powders

A foundation that provides hydrating, 24-hour buildable coverage and a natural matte finish

For all skin types, though especially ideal for those with oily skin

This foundation delivers stay-true color that lasts for 24 hours, contains broad-spectrum SPF 15 protection and controls oil and shine for up to six hours

UP TO 12 HOUR LIFTING & HYDRATION, With SPF 27, this makeup foundation lifts, hydrates for up to 12-hours and minimizes the appearance of dark spots for a luminous finish.

INNOVATIVE & RE-FORMULATED. Created with a focus on delivering skincare benefits in a makeup, Rénergie Lift Makeup Foundation is a comfortable, medium-to-full coverage foundation with the anti-aging properties the Rénergie line of products are known for.

A FRESH BOTANICAL BLEND. Paraben-free, it contains a blend of caffeine, vitamin E, iris extract, corn kernel extra, soybean oil and New Zealand black tree fern (also known as the Mamaku plant). Plus, as with all products in the Rénergie Lift product family, this makeup foundation contains linseed extract.

Glides on seamlessly with a natural finish

Long lasting throughout the day

Creates a smooth, radiant and flawless complexion

Ultimate coverage control from sheer to full

Naturally luminous finish

For all skin types (non-drying and won’t clog pores)

Shades developed with our exclusive IntelliMatch Technology

Includes Age Minimize 3D Complex found in TimeWise Miracle Set 3D Skin Care products

12 hours of moisturization.

Medium to full coverage

Long wearing

Lightweight, luminous, paraben-free formula

QUENCH-N-TINT HYDRATING LIGHTWEIGHT COVERAGE HYLAURONIC ACID LIQUID FOUNDATION MAKEUP: Say goodbye to dry skin and hello to hydration! This lightweight foundation is the best of both worlds: sheer to coverage and a refreshing feel.

SKINCARE MOISTURIZER & MAKEUP FOUNDATION: It’s like makeup and moisturizer in one. Hyaluronic acid locks in moisture and a hint of tint evens out skin tone to achieve the “no makeup” makeup look with ease.

“NO MAKEUP” MAKEUP LOOK: A transformative, water-based foundation with invigorating skincare benefits that hydrate skin and soften fine lines with a sheer hint of color.

Long- lasting luminous foundation

Radiance with staying power

Hyaluronic acid hydrates to provide a healthy glow

Liquid Foundation captured in a cushion

A fresh luminous finish

Tap on Buildable Coverage

The Kevyn Aucoin Etherealist Skin Illuminating Foundation (Light EF 05 Shade for Medium Complexions with Warm Undertones): Illuminate your skin with our best-selling lightweight foundation has a medium-buildable coverage that is packed with moisture to deliver a naturally radiant finish. Which creates a natural, luminous, and airbrushed appearance. Available in 16 shades and housed in a modern clear package, i.e., a makeup artist pro-perfect for finding shades.

Perfect for all skin types: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily. Dermatologist-tested. Our iconic and award-winning foundation has a cushiony, lightweight texture that goes on silky smooth and blends effortlessly for comfortable wear. With a unique blend of ingredients infused with Hyaluronic Acid and Jojoba Seed Oils that boost hydration and maintains the skin's moisture creating that unique cushiony feel.

TECHNOLOGY: Our ETHERALIST SKIN ILLUMINATING FOUNDATION contains light-diffusing particles and high-definition pigments that enhance the skin's appearance and create a smooth canvas on which to build any makeup look. Allowing for a silky-smooth foundation formula delivers medium coverage with a natural semi-satin finish.

provides physical barrier against the sun and pollution

Satin finish

more luminous & healthy looking

Provides natural, luminous coverage

Perfect for daily use

Achieve a light, subtle glow

SUN PROTECTOR & NATURAL COVERAGE : Protect your skin from sun damage with SPF 50+ foundation. It's lightweight yet covers your pores, blemishes and any imperfections without looking too thick.

DEWY & GLOW FINISH : Infused with 71% essence for not sticky or greasy feeling like many other full coverage makeups. Formulated to improve the appearance of your skin texture and creating a smooth, luminous, and moist skin.

3 IN 1 LATTE - BEIGE + WHITE + GOLD : All-in-one with the triple latte providing a radiant makeup look, color correction, and a buildable coverage all at once.

Skin Friendly Ingredients

Help To Boost Your Appearance

Gives You Attractive Look

A flexible, liquid foundation made from pigments that blur and perfect to reflect your perfect skin tone for light, buildable coverage and a radiant finish

It is recommended for normal-to-dry skin

Phthalates free

LIQUID FOUNDATION: Light-diffusing diamond powder creates a soft, luminous complexion. Instantly revitalizes the skin with a soft focus effect.

LIGHTWEIGHT liquid mineral formula provides incredible coverage to help erase imperfections and enhance radiance. Recommended for all skin types except excessively oily skin.

RADIANT: Formulated with light-diffusing Diamond Powder, broad-spectrum UV protection and specialized moisturizing agents to deliver a flawless, youthful complexion. Covers and corrects to keep skin radiant and healthy.

Visibly improves skin’s texture

Reduces the look of pores

Minimizes the look of redness

Profusion cosmetics is a new liquid foundation that instantly self-adjusts to match your skin tone. It is Suitable for Light, Fair, Tan, Deep and Medium Skin. It is for daily use and it will provide your skin that illuminating silky finish.

Foundation is formulated to be oil-free liquid, the shade glides on smooth, delivering matte coverage that stays true up to 24 hours, Create a natural, breathable look and feel with skin-clearing foundation makeup.

This satin-finish skin perfector is infused with Hyaluronic Acid and packed with SPF 15 to keep your skin protected and hydrated, allowing your radiance to glow from within!

POWDER FOUNDATION: Our True Complexion Hydrating Powder Foundation glides on effortlessly to camouflage uneven tones while hydrating skin to boost radiance. Buildable coverage & oil absorbing power.

GLOW AHEAD: Formulated with melanin in mind, our lightweight, silky-smooth formula pampers skin with a luminous glow & color-true finish, leaving you with a fresh, even-looking foundation for any look!

LOVE YOUR SHADE: For more than two decades, Black Radiance has pursued its vision to be the #1 trusted expert & resource for black beauty. We have a wide range of cosmetics for darker skin tones.