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Best Foundations According to Makeup Artists

These Are the 10 Best Foundations, According to Celebrity Makeup Artists

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If you want to improve your makeup game, the key is to start with a good foundation. For many, that's easier said than done. Shade matching and finding that unicorn formula — the one that looks like a better version of your skin instead of a cakey mask — can seem impossible. To help make the search for Mr. Right Foundation easier, we took these challenges to the pros in hopes of separating the flaky from the flawless. Read on for some of the ones they and their celebrity clients have come to love.

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Laura Mercier Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer

"I love this product! Its creamy consistency allows for easy application and blending, and it offers sheer coverage with oil control and a semimatte finish. Plus, there's great color selection for a wide range of skin tones." — Francesca Roman

Laura Mercier Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer ($44)

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Laura Mercier Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer
$44
from neimanmarcus.com
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Avon Ideal Flawless Invisible Coverage Liquid Foundation

"This is one of my favorite foundations because it creates a flawless canvas for me to work off of. It's lightweight, gives just the right amount of coverage, and still allows the skin to breathe." — Lauren Andersen

Avon Ideal Flawless Invisible Coverage Liquid Foundation ($12)

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Avon Ideal Flawless Invisible Coverage Liquid Foundation
$12
from avon.com
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Pür Cosmetics 4-in-1 Liquid Foundation

"I live for this foundation! The color ranges are extremely competitive with other luxury brands and I've used it on so many of my clients. It has a rich, smooth texture, blends really well, and provides the perfect amount of coverage without overcaking — definitely one of my go-to products." — Saisha Beecham

Pür Cosmetics 4-in-1 Liquid Foundation ($39)

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Pür Cosmetics 4-in-1 Liquid Foundation
$39
from shopstyle.com
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Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick

"The stick application makes this perfect for when you're on the go. Not only is it mess-free, but the formula offers full coverage (essentially like a concealer), goes on silky, and buffs into the skin like butter! The line's color range is also amazing — it has you covered on every end of the spectrum!" — Alison Christian

Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick ($46)

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Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick
$46
from shop.nordstrom.com
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Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation

"This foundation is still the gold standard. You can work it as sheer or opaque as you desire. It sets to a glorious, dewy finish and stays color-true as long as you wear it. Unbeatable!" — Erin Ayanian Monroe

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Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
$64
from barneys.com
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MAC Face and Body Foundation

"This supersheer foundation, which has become a cult favorite, has a watery texture that can offer the lightest of coverage. It also dries down and can be built up if you'd like more. It mimics the skin's texture, offering the perfect veil of pigment. It's best applied with a flat nylon brush (like MAC's #191) and is good for all skin types." — Ashleigh Ciucci

MAC Face and Body Foundation ($28)

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MAC Face and Body Foundation
$28
from shop.nordstrom.com
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Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation

"This goes on so smooth and light like a tinted moisturizer, but adds an amazing amount of coverage like a full-coverage foundation. It's definitely my go-to for clients right now." — Joy Fennell

Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation ($45)

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Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation
$45
from net-a-porter.com
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Marc Jacobs Beauty Genius Gel Super-Charged Oil-Free Foundation

"This provides both lightweight and 24-hour wear, all while leaving the skin with a beautiful soft matte. It's my go-to for a flawless, airbrushed finish." — Gilbert Soliz

Marc Jacobs Beauty Genius Gel Super-Charged Oil-Free Foundation ($48)

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Marc Jacobs Beauty Genius Gel Super-Charged Oil-Free Foundation
$48
from neimanmarcus.com
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Chanel Perfection Lumière Velvet

"This foundation creates a matte finish with thin, velvety consistency. I love how the liquid delivers without looking cakey (unlike many alternatives out there) or feeling heavy." — Roman

Chanel Perfection Lumière Velvet ($48)

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Chanel Perfection Lumière Velvet
$48
from chanel.com
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Nars All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation

"Good matte foundations are hard to find, as they're usually too drying or too heavy for real-life wearability. This superpigmented, superlightweight formula packs a punch with the smallest pump. It gives an airbrushed effect to the skin, while still being touchable. It sets to a satin-matte finish that looks flawless and natural. It's best applied with a Beautyblender (with all the water squeezed out!) and is great for normal to oily skin." — Ciucci

Nars All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation ($48)

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Nars All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation
$48
from shop.nordstrom.com
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Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation

"This product is highly-pigmented, waterproof, and provides full coverage with a matte finish that lasts 24 hours. I also love mixing it with the Kat Von D Lock-It Hydrating Primer ($32) for a more lightweight, dewy finish." — Erik Soto

Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation ($35)

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Kat Von D Lock-It Hydrating Primer
$32
from sephora.com
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