Top 8 Foundations For Combination Skin For A Flawless Base

To get a perfect matte base, Revlon Colostay foundation can be an ideal choice for many with combination skin. The foundation is infused with SPF 15,  vitamin E and also claims to provide long lasting coverage upto 24 hours. It is also mask-proof as well! However, the foundation only comes in five shades that might not cater to all skin tones. 

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Maybelline has been a go to makeup brand for many of us. Their lumi-matte foundations have mostly got positive reviewes from buyers, that have reported that it provides a wide and long lasting coverage, is ultra lightweight which can be used daily and gives an instant glow, the foundation comes in 10 shades to match different skin tones. However, some users have also claimed that the product's texture and consistency was too thin which doesn't always build enough coverage. All in one, this foundation is a good budget-friendly that can be a great choice for many people with combination skin.

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If you want a flawaless, light weight and matte look, then try Charlotte Tilbury's foundation range — Airbrush Flawless Foundation! Satisfied patrons on Nykaa say that the foundation lives upto the mark. They claimed that it provided full and lasting coverage, is very light weight and blends easily. The foundation comes in 23 shades offering  a wide variety of choices for diverse skin tones. However, even though the foundation falls on the expensive side it could be worthy of an investment!

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For everyday use, you can give a shot to Lakme's 9 to 5 range of foundations. The foundation gives a blend of a dewy and matte finish while also having SPF 20. It also claims to provide medium to high coverage, lasting coverage that blends and absorbs quickly into the skin. The foundation can be used without a primer and only moisturiser if you are not planning on doing heavy makeup. Additionally, it comes in 20 different shades which is pretty varied. 

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Combination skin can often make your skin look patchy when you apply foundation and if that's the case with you, then you can give Sugar foundations a shot. Their foundation is specially formulated  for people with combination skin that won't make you skin feel dry, too oily or patchy. The foundation has a watery consistency like serums, provides high coverage, while a little quantity goes a long way with this serum type foundation. 

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If you are looking for a foundation that will last long, then L’Oréal Paris Infallible 32H Fresh Wear Foundation is the one. It has a lightweight formula that can keep your skin looking fresh for up to 24hours (is what they claim). Its breathable texture and natural finish has garnered positive reviews from folks who have used it too. The only drawback we found was that it only comes in 8 shades that might not cater to a lot of skin tones. Other than that, the foundation also claims to be sweat transferable and waterproof along with also being highly blendable. 

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If you're looking for a matte, yet a satin finish glow, then you have to check out elf cosmetic's foundation. Certified buyers on Nykaa have generally given positive reviews about the foundation — with majority of them saying that it is super buildable, gives medium coverage and a soft dewy and matte like finish after application. The foundation comes in 11 different shades and is also a budget-friendly option. 

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The foundation's formula claims to provide seamless coverage that lasts long giving you a flawless complexion without feeling heavy or cakey. It is known for its ultra-thin consistency and matte finish, which makes it an ideal choice for combination skin. It also comes with SPF 15 and is specially crafted to suit the Indian skin spanning over 14 different shades.

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