The Best Lightweight Foundation of 2022 for Glowy Skin

When you want coverage but don't like the feeling of makeup sitting on your skin, the best lightweight foundation may be right for you. The makeup staple is one of the fastest ways to cover redness or small blemishes, leaving you with smoother, more even-looking skin. (Read: that ever-coveted glow.)

“Formula makes a big difference in how a foundation feels on the skin,” says Corey Hartman, MD, FAAD, and founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, Alabama. And, believe it or not, there’s a foundation that will suit those with even the most minimalistic beauty routines. “Serums, skin tints, and CC creams tend to have a runnier consistency and feel lighter on the skin compared to a traditional foundation,” explains Hartman.

If you’re on the hunt for a lightweight foundation that won’t cake on skin or settle into fine lines and wrinkles, you can also look for buzzwords like oil-free and noncomedogenic, says Hartman. “Buildable is another accolade to look for, since it lets you control how much coverage you’ll get on your skin,” he says. Some foundations are also formulated with skincare ingredients like peptides and hyaluronic acid—moisturizers that tend to feel more like skincare versus makeup.

To help you find the best lightweight foundations, we asked dermatologists and makeup artists to share their all-time favorites. Below, 18 options you can rely on for that no-makeup feel.

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