Although it’s important to wear SPF every day, having SPF in foundation formulas might not be the best. For one, SPF-infused foundations do not provide sufficient UV protection. It’s always ideal to apply a thick layer of sunscreen before foundation. Moreover, there are several reasons why you should or should not opt for a foundation without SPF.
So before you choose, let’s go through the pros and cons of having SPF in foundation formulas:
Pros and cons of SPF in foundation
Pros:
- Adds an extra layer of sun protection
- Easy way to reapply SPF throughout the day
Cons:
- The chemical sunscreen ingredients might cause acne and clogged pores
- Can create a white cast or flashback in flash photography
- Requires a large amount of product to provide enough sun protection (which is unfavourable for the skin)
If you find yourself breaking out after using SPF-infused foundations, it might be time to make the switch to SPF-free formulas. Here we have curated a list of foundations formulated without SPF for different skin types and needs.
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If you still haven’t got your hands on the cult-status Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick, what are you waiting for? The highly raved foundation stick provides a high coverage finish that is long-wearing and waterproof. With a wide shade range, it can also be used as a spot concealer, cream contour or highlight.
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Prefer having a natural foundation finish? Look no further than 3CE’s Glossing Waterful Foundation. The ultra-lightweight and breathable liquid foundation provides sheer to medium buildable coverage. It leaves your skin with a dewy finish for that healthy, lit-from-within glow.
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Protect and cover your skin at the same time with Stila’s Hide & Chic Fluid Foundation. Formulated with plant collagen extract, Irish sea moss and baobab seed extract, this nourishing and hydrating foundation offers buildable coverage that is lightweight yet long-lasting.
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With Dear Dahlia’s Skin Paradise Pure Moisture Cushion Foundation, one cushion compact is all you need to perfect the skin. Formulated with dahlia flower extract, the antioxidant-packed cushion foundation can deliver moisturizing and anti-aging benefits to your skin. It has a lightweight and buildable coverage with a dewy finish.
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Full coverage, long-lasting and affordable, these words are what comes to mind when describing Maybelline’s Superstay Full Coverage Foundation. The drugstore foundation is highly concentrated in pigment, giving your skin a flawless finish that remains lightweight and breathable.
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If you have dry skin, steer clear of matte foundations. Instead, opt for more hydrating formulas, like the Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation. It’s infused with vitamin C, B5 and E to deliver your skin with the antioxidants and moisture it needs. It also has a natural second-skin finish, making it perfect for everyday wear.
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Cover up your flaws and dark secrets easily with the Re(marc)able Full Cover Foundation Concentrate. It’s formulated with the highest amount of pigments possible to deliver ultra-high coverage. A few drops of this oil-free, concentrated foundation is all you need to conceal imperfections.
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Living in a hot and humid climate with oily skin can be a total nightmare, especially for makeup wearers. Luckily, Queen RiRi created the full coverage Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation to save oily-skinned folks. The oil-free, sweat- and humidity-resistant formula is what you need to have a flawless makeup day.
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For that flawless matte skin finish, what you need is MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation. One compact is all you need for your base makeup. The long-lasting powder foundation gives buildable full coverage that will not cake, crease or fade. For a more natural finish, apply the powder with a brush instead.
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Be it weddings, dinner events or night outs, the Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation is what you need to slay the night. Formulated with 3D polymer gel, lysine powder, hyaluronic acid and soft-focus pigments, this skin-blurring foundation offers a naturally flawless finish for all skin types.
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If you spend a lot of time in an air-conditioned room, it’s likely your skin often feels dry and dehydrated. Keep your skin healthy and hydrated with Laneige’s Water Glow Gel Foundation. The gel formula contains 70% moisturizing properties and amino acids to give your skin a smooth and radiant finish.
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Can’t seem to get your foundation to stay put? It’s time to switch over to Laura Mercier’s Flawless Fusion Ultra Longwear Foundation. The oil-free formula provides up to 15 hours of wear time that will not fade, smudge or crack. Despite having a matte finish, the formula is still moisturizing and comfortable to wear.