The Best Foundations For Acne-Prone Skin

Finding a fool-proof foundation is no easy task, throw a case of acne-prone skin into the mix and you've got yourself a real challenge. The struggles of dealing with adult acne or hormonal acne adds a new layer of consideration when selecting the most suitable beauty products for your skin type, especially when it comes to foundation – the single make-up buy that sits evenly across the entirety of your face and acts as a barrier between your skin and the products that follow.

Features such as texture, finish and coverage will dictate the foundation you opt for as will the specific ingredients included within the formula. Skin-first foundations will include brilliant hero ingredients like charcoal to clarify, niacinamide to support the skin barrier and help fight breakouts, and salicylic acid to help unclog pores, and will promise breathable, buildable bases that help control shine, too. Ideal if you ask me.

The Best Foundations For Acne-Prone Skin: Our Shortlist

Best foundation overall for acne-prone skin: Clinique Anti Blemish Solutions Liquid Makeup

Best full coverage foundation: It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream Matte SPF 40

Best lightweight foundation: Summer Fridays Sheer Skin Tint

Best breathable formula: Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation Blemish Control

Granted, there's a lot to think about, but luckily there are a host of foundations on the market that all cater to acne-prone skin. These clever formulas don't just help conceal any pesky imperfections instantly (if you so choose to cover them, though you certainly don't have to), they also help to heal skin over time. If you're looking for a fresh, skin-perfecting foundation to add to your collection, check out our edit below.

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