While we may love our sunny and humid weather, sweating can be unbearable especially when your makeup is at risk of melting and fading away.
In that case, foundations with a matte finish are great for such an issue since they do not add shine and are typically more resistant to sweat. And with the abundant choices of brands, there are plenty of matte foundations which does not cost over RM50!
What is the difference between matte and regular foundation?
Matte foundations gives a no-shine and flatter effect that stays longer on especially oily skin due to their drier formula. Whereas, regular foundation usually refers to one that has a fresh-satin finish, made to look natural as if you’re not wearing anything.
Besides the finish, your skin type plays a key role in which type of foundation suits you best. Matte is best for those with oily and combination skin, as it helps to minimise shine while providing strong coverage. Whereas if you have normal (healthy) skin, regular ones would be good enough for you.
Here are the top matte foundations that will not dig a hole in your wallet.
High coverage and weightless, this foundation is a favourite drugstore choice for many reasons. With more than 30 shades available, its “fit me” tagline really does hold up, promising to fit a variety of skin shades seamlessly without fading throughout the day. Also formulated to minimise pores and control shine, it offers a demi-matte finish without looking too cakey.
The winning element of this foundation is its texture, which is an airy liquid mousse that feels featherlight on the skin. Being made oil-free, it is not heavy or greasy, making it comfortable to wear even for those with oily skin. Go about your day with little worries as this satin-matte foundation promises to keep shine at bay.
Especially formulated for Asian skin, the Silkygirl GEN Matte Cushion Foundation offers 24-hours of hydration with a luminous-matte finish. As it is designed with a cushion applicator that doesn’t clog or overwhelm pores when applying the product, it will not irritate sensitive skin users while soothing dry skin.
Infused with vitamin A and E, Palladio’s Herbal Foundation provides more than just good coverage for mature skin. As it’s made with Ginseng and Gingko extract, the foundation promises to cover while reducing the appearance of fine lines. Its oil free formula also has moisturising benefits thanks to its ingredients consisting of cucumber, aloe vera and chamomile extract.
Forgo the hassle of heavy layering foundation on your sunscreen; Here’s a product that minimises effort while giving maximum results. C.CODE’s Picture-Perfect Matte Liquid Foundation gives you a flawless finish armed with SPF 30 that is suitable for daily use.
The wonders of the popular Maybelline Fit Me! Liquid Foundation is now available in powder form. This foundation is great for those with sensitive skin as it won’t clog pores and look cakey while staying lightweight on the skin. Moreover, it has SPF 32 PA+++ for some protection when you’re out and about.
Apply as light or as much as you want with the Essence Soft Touch Mousse to let you build on your coverage. Made to last all day, the formula itself is airy and light while looking smooth to the touch. Given its powder matte finish, there’s no need to cake on a finishing powder too!
To lessen irritation on your acne prone skin, use this ultra-fine powder formula which gives you coverage without clogging your pores. As it utilises oil-control minerals, enjoy a poreless shine-free coverage for up to 12 hours!
This multi-functional product is not only a foundation, but a primer cream as well as a sunscreen. The foundation is made to blur out imperfections while brightening the complexion with its smooth texture that covers large pores and blemishes. Although formulated with a broad spectrum SPF 15, the foundation promises a lightweight wear all day.
This matte foundation promises to cover up all that imperfections with its long lasting formula from day to night. While providing a pigmented, high coverage formula, the foundation is a comfortable one to wear thanks to its oil free and air-light texture.
With four times more water resisting agents than regular foundations, Cezanne’s UV Liquid Foundation ensures that it neither dries nor leave the skin oily. Besides being made with minerals that are oil-free, the formula is also free of fragrance and contains hyaluronic acid to provide you with ample moisture. What’s amazing is that the foundation also waterproof, preventing makeup from easily coming off.