No worse than luxury: 11 best mass-market foundations

Without a doubt, the “base” for makeup should be good. But it is consumed at a high speed; new tubes have to be purchased quite often.

Foundation at a budget price - not necessarily only Russian or Belarusian. American cosmetic giants such as Maybelline, Max Factor and Revlon specialize in affordable products. Europeans from L'Oreal and Vivienne Sabo, as well as the popular British manufacturer Rimmel, are not far behind. They prove that saving on decorative cosmetics is not bad manners at all, and inexpensive products can cope with their tasks with a solid five.

The main differences between foundation creams are: skin type, tone and additional functions. To choose the right budget (or any other) cream, we recommend considering the following points:

• Skin type.
  A foundation for dry skin will provide additional hydration, for combination or oily skin it will mattify, and for problematic skin it will hide imperfections as much as possible.
• Tone.
  Shades with the same name differ from different manufacturers. To find the perfect one, we recommend testing the product on your neck - this will help avoid the mask effect. Better yet, apply the cream to several areas, including the wings of the nose. This will help you understand whether the tone matches and whether the cream is sinking into the pores. It is advisable to test in artificial and daylight.
• SPF protection.
  It is selected according to the season and how long its owner will be outside. If foundation is applied to a day cream with SPF, you no longer need to think about its protective factor.
• Additional points.
  Some people are not suitable for products with clay or silicone, others want vitamins or additional nutrition. Waterproof products are suitable, for example, for dance competitions, but it is better not to use them every day - they are too heavy.

The ideal option would be to consider several budget “candidates” and choose your cream among them.

We present the rating of mass market foundations 2022. The best 11 products that were selected by our experts based on user reviews and ratings.

Estrade CC cream satin finish

Price: from 180 rubles

An inexpensive option for a face mask and just a good base for the subsequent application of decorative cosmetics. The foundation comes in a black tube with a cute design. Contains many pigment substances, thanks to which it goes well with the natural color of the skin. The composition contains a successful combination of boron and nitrogen, which helps remove excess sebum and prevent oily shine. And the inclusion of vitamin E softens and moisturizes the skin.

Pros:

• liquid obedient structure;
• light floral aroma;
• there is a sun filter;
• does not yellow the skin;
• budget cost.

Minuses:

• not durable, lasts us several hours;
• the coating is felt on the face;
• After application, peeling is clearly visible.

For combination skin

It is important to take into account two nuances here. First, the purchased product must have a sufficiently liquid consistency to cover the peeling. Second, the composition must contain matting elements that would prevent the appearance of oily sheen.

Giorgio Armani Power Fabric

This product is quite often used at fashion weeks, as well as fashion shows.

Price – 2300-3000 rubles.

Yves Saint Laurent All Hours Foundation

A classic makeup base that makes your face truly doll-like.

Price – 2300-2700 rubles.

Paese Long Cover Fluid

Polish cosmetics that have conquered the world!

Price – 1000-1500 rubles.

Which foundation is better?

After getting acquainted with the leaders of the current year and the evaluation criteria, choosing a fluid no longer seems such a difficult task. Vyborexperta.ru does not give specific recommendations on what to buy, but it highlights several categories:

• Vichy Dermablend – hypoallergenic foundation fluid with high spf level;
• Lancome Teint Visionnaire – long-lasting corrective foundation fluid with good coverage;
• MAC Face And Body Foundation - water resistance, large volume and economical consumption, natural satin finish without comedogenicity;
• Eveline Cosmetics Liquid Control HD Mattifying Drops are the best combination of price and quality, a budget product that has become a worthy replacement for premium analogues.

To verify the effectiveness of any of the proposed nominees, you can try testers. Monitoring reviews, as well as video reviews of beauty bloggers and makeup artists will demonstrate firsthand how much each product we name deserves your attention.

Chanel SUBLIMAGE LE TEINT

Price: from 10,000 rubles

One of the best luxury foundations from Chanel, giving the face a healthy glow. Developed in accordance with all requirements by leading specialists who know the latest modern trends in the creation of care and makeup products. The texture of the cream is rich, but light and delicate, literally melts on the skin, turning into an invisible and silky veil. Carefully takes care of the condition of the skin and makes it noticeably healthy and radiant.

Main advantages:

• Well applied and distributed;
• Does not create a mask effect;
• Pleasant vanilla scent;
• Economical consumption;
• Does not clog pores, hides minor imperfections;
• Rejuvenation effect (if the skin is without strong visible imperfections and deep wrinkles).

Minuses:

• Overpriced;
• Sold in company stores or online.

High moisture content will allow the face to remain fresh and maintain moisture balance over time. The skin will not dry out for 12 hours. Cream care will competently highlight the advantages of the skin and make it sparkling, fill it with strength and health. The degree of density is controlled by the number of coatings. The vanilla scent is soft and unobtrusive; any beauty will definitely like it. The cream is available in 6 tones. The texture is thick but easy to apply to the face.

Max Factor Color Adapt

Price: 410 rubles

Manufacturers of this product focus on the presence of special components that easily adapt to the natural shade of the skin and emphasize its natural beauty. At the same time, the tone hides skin unevenness, but fills the pores, making the coating look as natural as possible.

Pros:

• dense, but not very dense structure;
• easy to apply and also easy to wash off;
• the face does not shine with fat;
• the skin “breathes”;
• natural shades, invisible on the face;
• neutral aroma;
• good quality.

Minuses:

• no sun filter;
• “floats” on oily skin in hot weather.

Giorgio Armani Lasting Silk UV Foundation

Price: from 3500 rubles

Luxury foundation from France with a surprisingly delicate and light texture. The semi-matte effect will allow your skin to remain clean, fresh and sparkling for a long time. At the same time, it will remain protected by SPF 20. Mattifying particles visibly absorb sebum and give the skin a pleasant glow.

Main advantages:

• Excellent coverage;
• Does not clog pores, hides them;
• A delicate and invisible veil on the face;
• Mattifies well;
• Persistent.

Minuses:

• Dries out the skin.

With this foundation your face will look healthy and smooth. However, if you are prone to dryness, the cream can emphasize peeling along the wings of the nose.

All Nighter, Urban Decay

Price: from 2,400 rubles

Need super-long-lasting makeup? This foundation has a waterproof base that lasts from morning to evening, and even at night. To confirm, the product is almost impossible to wash off with water; you will definitely need the “help” of hydrophilic oil or micellar water. A carefully selected combination of components ensures perfectly even application and flawless tone without spots or streaks.

Pros:

• the drop does not lose its shape for a long time;
• a super-stable product, anything can “float”, but you can always be confident in this foundation;
• elegant “expensive” packaging design;
• convenient dispenser with built-in pump;
• a large number of shades;
• dense satin finish;
• ideal preparation for further application of decorative cosmetics;
• economical consumption.

Minuses:

• due to the high density, it is better to select the tone using individual testing;
• It dries quickly on the skin, so you need to shade it quickly.

To ensure the cream adheres perfectly, the manufacturer recommends blending the foundation with a special flat brush.

Rimmel Match Perfection Foundation

Price: 560 rubles

Light and rich, easily applied in a thin layer and hides imperfections. Suitable for almost any girl, except those whose sebaceous glands are too active. After a couple of hours in the heat, you may have to powder your nose, as the skin often becomes shiny at high temperatures. The composition contains blue pigments, so there will clearly not be an unnatural yellowish tint. The manufacturer promises durability for up to 24 hours, and to make the skin feel comfortable “under the mask”, the formula has been supplemented with a moisturizing complex based on youth vitamin E.

Pros:

• delicate pleasant texture;
• lays down in an even layer, does not form “pellets”;
• does not clog the ducts of the sweat glands on the face;
• natural skin color;
• lightness and comfort after application;
• nourishes and moisturizes the skin;
• protects from the harmful effects of solar radiation - SPF 20;
• convenient dispenser;
• affordable price.

Minuses:

• few shades;
• does not mask peeling;
• stains clothes.

This foundation with a moisturizing effect is suitable for use at low temperatures.

Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear SPF15

Price: 2,500 rubles

A typical representative of a luxury brand of foundation, performing the functions of a camouflage and protective agent. It contains a filter against the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays, the impact of which leads to photoaging. The delicate, light, but dense structure ensures reliable coverage of defects on the facial skin and a comfortable feeling. The skin continues to breathe and the pores are not clogged. The result is a beautiful, even tone, without pits, stripes or spots.

Pros:

• airy texture and dense matte finish;
• excellent durability;
• a large number of shades;
• smoothes skin texture well;
• does not emphasize pores;
• elegant, laconic design;
• convenient use;
• pleasant scent of perfume.

Minuses:

• it is difficult to choose a tone, preliminary testing is necessary;
• does not hide peeling;
• not compatible with silicone bases;
• expensive.

Clinique Even Better Makeup SPF15

Price: from 2,000 rubles

The improved formula of the product was created for girls with skin hyperpigmentation. The silky creamy consistency spreads well on the skin, reliably hiding pigmentation. In addition to excellent camouflage properties, the foundation contains components that protect the skin from photoaging and the appearance of new age spots, which is confirmed by the presence of an SPF 15 filter. At first glance, the value is small, but this is usually enough to save the skin from harmful sunlight. The consistency is medium, easy to apply with a sponge, brush or fingertips. If desired, you can create a dense finish or a medium thickness foundation.

Pros:

• pleasant texture, easy to apply to the skin;
• rich palette of shades - 44 types;
• convenient letter designation of cold and warm colors;
• excellent masking of defects;
• protection from ultraviolet radiation.

Minuses:

• no dispenser, inconvenient to use;
• Dries the skin a little.

CATRICE All Matt Plus Shine Control Make Up

Price: 560 rubles

One of the best foundations in this price segment from Korean manufacturers. Dense and at the same time airy, it perfectly covers reddened areas, evens out color, and hides shallow depressions on the skin. The composition contains zinc, thanks to which the product mattifies well, but it does not always remove moisture from skin prone to oiliness.

Pros:

• delicate creamy structure;
• oxidation does not occur on the skin;
• does not leave a tint of yellowness;
• does not dry out or weigh down the skin;
• visually removes minor defects;
• does not “move off” the skin and does not clog the skin;
• washes off with water and does not cause irritation.

Minuses:

• inconvenient dispenser;
• contaminates clothes.

Rating of tonal fluids

Our team considered manufacturers from different price segments. The selection of leaders was made based on reviews of beauty experts, bloggers, stylists and makeup artists. We personally tested the leaders of positive ratings, assessing their safety and compliance with the promised results.

When ranking the top positions, we compared the contenders based on a number of characteristics:

• Composition of the active formula;
• Safety, hypoallergenic;
• Covering capacity;
• Finish matte/shiny;
• Availability of SPF factor;
• Caring properties;
• Texture, aroma;
• Purpose according to age, dermis type;
• Durability, finish retention time;
• Packaging, volume, dispenser.

The result of comparative analysis and testing was a top list of 7 positions. These are the nominees who received the most positive reviews. Monitoring reviews showed their strengths and weaknesses, and also helped to weed out products of dubious quality.

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Clarins Teint Pores & Matite

Price: 2,100 rubles

The airy and homogeneous structure of this foundation is based on red clay, which perfectly cleanses and nourishes the skin. Its caring properties are supported by a natural formula with plant components: saltwort extract with good brightening and nutritional properties, as well as acacia gum for protection against pathogenic microorganisms. At the same time, the cream fits perfectly on the skin and preserves its naturalness.

Pros:

• dense smooth finish;
• the skin is sufficiently moisturized and breathes;
• eliminates oily shine;
• smells good.

Minuses:

• not very suitable for oily skin, after a few hours the skin begins to become shiny;
• clogs pores;
• small selection of shades.

Skin Foundation, Bobbi Brown

Price: from 2,700 rubles

This product has increased stability. Thanks to a carefully selected composition, the foundation not only gives an external shine, but also moisturizes, makes the skin elastic and flawless. The waterproof, oil-free formula is ideal for girls with normal to oily skin types. The delicate creamy texture evens out the skin tone, does not clog the outlet of the sweat gland ducts, and the skin breathes. Moreover, the cream has special substances to protect against the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.

Pros:

• weightless invisible tone;
• delicate texture of medium density;
• “friendly” with a brush, sponge and fingertips;
• economical consumption, depends on the method of application: for devices you will need a larger amount of cream, if you distribute the cream with your hands, less product is consumed;
• beautiful packaging with a convenient dispenser;
• Evens out skin color and does not clog pores.

Minuses:

• high price.

Does it spoil the skin, is it harmful or is it beneficial?

Before moving on to the instructions for choosing the ideal tinting composition, we suggest you learn about its effect on the face. So, what are the risks of daily use:

• clogged pores;
• the appearance of acne and comedones;
• the formation of dryness and peeling;
• general deterioration of the condition of the skin.

However, do not rush to get upset! You can easily avoid any negative manifestations by simply choosing a really high-quality product. Which one? One that contains natural hypoallergenic components, nutrients and vitamins, moisturizing care molecules.

Diorskin Star Dior

Price: from 3,500 rubles

A luxury foundation, or more precisely, a lightweight fluid that is well suited for use in the warm season. Thanks to the innovative formula with silicon balloons, after applying the cream, the skin acquires a delicate glow, becomes smooth and even. The product perfectly marks deep pores, minor expression lines, reddened areas and acne marks. Despite its liquid structure, the cream forms a dense matte finish. This is excellent preparation for the next stage of applying decorative cosmetics.

Pros:

• weightless fluid structure;
• perfect skin without heavy makeup;
• even color combined with natural radiance;
• stylish and convenient packaging;
• hides peeling;
• does not close pores, does not cause inflammation;
• high degree of protection from the harmful effects of the sun with SPF – 30;
• excellent durability.

Minuses:

• applied unevenly with fingers;
• high price.

Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum Gel

Price: 420 rubles

This is a favorite product of many makeup artists. Liquid and docile, the texture is more reminiscent of serum, practically invisible on the surface of the epidermis. Blends out evenly to create a polished satin finish. Does not hide scales when peeling, but does not accumulate in pores. The cream contains not only mattifying components, but also a unique combination of vitamins with a complex of extracts from pomegranate seeds, goji berries, and lychees, due to which the skin receives a lot of useful substances.

Pros:

• light whey texture;
• merges with the original skin tone, emphasizing naturalness and hiding imperfections;
• evens out skin texture and refreshes;
• provides good care, saturates with microelements;
• economical consumption;
• affordable price.

Minuses:

• slightly yellow;
• insufficient stability.

Despite its liquid consistency, experts do not recommend using this foundation in the summer for girls with oily skin. Also, owners of porcelain skin should think about choosing another product; with such a natural shade, the camouflage tone will turn yellow.