Top 12 Drugstore Foundations!!
posted in Makeup on 11/11/2013

When it comes to foundation, it really pays to find the perfect product for you. After all, all the eye makeup and lip products in the world won't make you look gorgeous if your skin looks blah.

No. 12: Almay Line Smoothing Compact Makeup for Dry Skin, $14.78
Why it's great: "It actually does improve the appearance of lines," Others like that it's "lightweight and easy to carry around." Plus, it "doesn't look greasy or overly made up,"
Why it's great: "It actually does improve the appearance of lines," Others like that it's "lightweight and easy to carry around." Plus, it "doesn't look greasy or overly made up,"

No. 11: Maybelline New York Pure Stay Powder Foundation, $7.99
Why it's great: "First time in my life, someone commented on my 'beautiful skin,' thanks to this!" This powder "covers all of your blemishes, redness, even moles" "gives you a matte, flawless look"
Why it's great: "First time in my life, someone commented on my 'beautiful skin,' thanks to this!" This powder "covers all of your blemishes, redness, even moles" "gives you a matte, flawless look"
![No. 10: CoverGirl Advanced Radiance Age-Defying Liquid Makeup, $10.13
"an absolute must for any woman over the age of 30." One reader shares, "I recently saw a friend I hadn't seen for a while and she … asked if I had something done [to my face]! The only change was my foundation."](https://media-dev3.musely.com/u/aef1c353-f77e-4389-a77a-e3cf7e86001f.jpg)
No. 10: CoverGirl Advanced Radiance Age-Defying Liquid Makeup, $10.13
"an absolute must for any woman over the age of 30." One reader shares, "I recently saw a friend I hadn't seen for a while and she … asked if I had something done [to my face]! The only change was my foundation."
"an absolute must for any woman over the age of 30." One reader shares, "I recently saw a friend I hadn't seen for a while and she … asked if I had something done [to my face]! The only change was my foundation."

No. 9: Revlon New Complexion One Step Makeup
Why it's great: Readers love that this really is "one step" and they "can apply it quickly and on the go!" Besides the convenience, readers love that they can "build up coverage" and it "blends easily."
Why it's great: Readers love that this really is "one step" and they "can apply it quickly and on the go!" Besides the convenience, readers love that they can "build up coverage" and it "blends easily."

No. 8: Revlon Age Defying Makeup Foundation with Botafirm for Normal or Combination Skin, $13.99
"the duration of the product is phenomenal. I apply it in the morning and it still looks great at 6 p.m." Not only does it have staying power, but it also "blends flawlessly"
"the duration of the product is phenomenal. I apply it in the morning and it still looks great at 6 p.m." Not only does it have staying power, but it also "blends flawlessly"
![No. 7: Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Cream Foundation, $7.99
Why it's great: "I will not go back to high-end foundations [after trying this]," one reader raves. Another reader loves it because "my makeup can survive an eight-hour day at work!](https://media-dev3.musely.com/u/f9e325b7-efef-4c20-a7f0-595d1de5eee4.jpg)
No. 7: Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Cream Foundation, $7.99
Why it's great: "I will not go back to high-end foundations [after trying this]," one reader raves. Another reader loves it because "my makeup can survive an eight-hour day at work!
Why it's great: "I will not go back to high-end foundations [after trying this]," one reader raves. Another reader loves it because "my makeup can survive an eight-hour day at work!
![No. 6: Revlon ColorStay Makeup with Softplex, $12.99
Why it's great: Readers say this makeup lives up to its "ColorStay" name. "ColorStay lasts up to 12 hours and looks as flawless at night as it did [in] the morning," and even with 100 percent humidity, [it] stays all day."](https://media-dev3.musely.com/u/e1550831-f929-4387-a77f-8816a564d029.jpg)
No. 6: Revlon ColorStay Makeup with Softplex, $12.99
Why it's great: Readers say this makeup lives up to its "ColorStay" name. "ColorStay lasts up to 12 hours and looks as flawless at night as it did [in] the morning," and even with 100 percent humidity, [it] stays all day."
Why it's great: Readers say this makeup lives up to its "ColorStay" name. "ColorStay lasts up to 12 hours and looks as flawless at night as it did [in] the morning," and even with 100 percent humidity, [it] stays all day."

No. 5: Avon Perfect Wear Extralasting Liquid Foundation SPF 15, $8.99
Why it's great: One reader with Rosacea says this "has very good coverage." It's "not as tight and drying as the old long-lasting makeup,"
This one is slightly cheating since it's not technically drugstore, but it's the price
Why it's great: One reader with Rosacea says this "has very good coverage." It's "not as tight and drying as the old long-lasting makeup,"
This one is slightly cheating since it's not technically drugstore, but it's the price

No. 4: Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer, $11.89
Why it's great: While this is more of a tinted moisturizer, readers still say it "covers imperfections." It also has "retinol to reduce fine lines, SPF protection" and it "makes my skin look even and healthy,"
Why it's great: While this is more of a tinted moisturizer, readers still say it "covers imperfections." It also has "retinol to reduce fine lines, SPF protection" and it "makes my skin look even and healthy,"

No. 3: Almay Clear Complexion Powder Makeup for Oily Skin, $9.99
Why it's great: One reader says, "I love how I can use this powder every single day and not worry about getting breakouts." Other readers agree, adding, "It's light, makes my skin feel fresh
Why it's great: One reader says, "I love how I can use this powder every single day and not worry about getting breakouts." Other readers agree, adding, "It's light, makes my skin feel fresh

2. L'Oréal Paris Lumi Magique;
The color on this matches perfectly. A good medium coverage foundation, perfect for combination and dry skin types!
The color on this matches perfectly. A good medium coverage foundation, perfect for combination and dry skin types!
![No. 1: L'Oreal Paris Ideal Balance QuickStick Balancing Foundation for Combination Skin, $13.99
Why it's great: Readers love how "convenient" this product is. "Just toss it in your purse," this "covers dark circles [and] discolorations … smoothly for a flawless look"](https://media-dev3.musely.com/u/ffd00e82-e1ae-4d8d-a708-7bdfe0ff706c.jpg)
No. 1: L'Oreal Paris Ideal Balance QuickStick Balancing Foundation for Combination Skin, $13.99
Why it's great: Readers love how "convenient" this product is. "Just toss it in your purse," this "covers dark circles [and] discolorations … smoothly for a flawless look"
Why it's great: Readers love how "convenient" this product is. "Just toss it in your purse," this "covers dark circles [and] discolorations … smoothly for a flawless look"
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