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Foundation for oily skin

jjbeauty123 — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:08:42 GMT

Hey,

I find it really hard to find a foundation that suits my oily skin type and covers my acne. After a couple of hours im left looking shiny and awful, can any one help? i dont have time to go out to the shops either so would rather buy online

Thanks

Re: Foundation for oily skin

pommom — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:34:05 GMT

jjbeauty - I really like Kat Von D's foundation. It offers full coverage w/o that thick, cakey look and settles into a nice, soft finish.

BTW: how did you get that font on here? Love it!

Re: Foundation for oily skin

tototwo — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:35:39 GMT

jjbeauty - welcome to the board!

At 65, I've had oily skin since I was a teenager. For me, wearing a primer under my makeup keeps the greasies away and I can go a whole day without blotting or applying powder. I tried a few primers, but the one I've stayed with for years is Mally's primer in the tube. It doesn't matter what foundation I put on over it, I do not get oily for 6-8 hours.

Liquid foundations, even water-based, make my skin more oily than compact foundation. After lots of trial and error, the Cover Girl AquaSmooth compact foundation gives the best buildable coverage, plus prevents oiliness.

Good luck!

Re: Foundation for oily skin

geezerette — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 17:44:51 GMT

Mineral foundations tend to work better for oily skin than cream or liquid foundations. Although, there are some liquids specifically made for oily skin which you could try. (Neutrogena comes to mind right off the top of my head.) Acne-prone skin is more difficult to deal with; I've had both for 40 years. I find the mineral 'powders' work best for me, and those with minimal ingredients even better. Bare Minerals original and philosophy have those right here on the Q. Bare Minerals covers imperfections better and I personally find philosophy to be a little more drying (although that might be better for your case). The nice thing about buying here is that you can try them out and if they don't work for any reason, you can return.

Not to mention that you can get loads of advice about them right here on the forums! Good luck, jjbeauty123, and welcome!

Re: Foundation for oily skin

ChynnaBlue — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 18:02:46 GMT

My favorite foundations for oily skin are Revlon ColorStay Whipped, Tarte Amazonian Clay and Lancome Teint Idole Ultra 24H. I've also heard really good things about Estee Lauder Double Wear for oily skin.

If shine is your main issue, you might also want to look into a good mattifying primer and finishing powder. (Milk of Magnesia makes a good mattifying primer. Read more about it here.)

I know you said that you "don't have time to go out to the shops either so would rather buy online", but honestly, I feel like that's the opposite of what you should do when buying foundation. If you buy online and don't find a good match, you'll spend twice a much time dealing with returning it and looking for colors that do match. I think that for foundations, it's worth the time to get color matched and pick up samples where you can.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

croemer — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 18:11:29 GMT

I have been where you are and maybe these ideas will help.

I love the Maybelline SuperStay 24/7 Foundation and Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundations....

The Maybelline is a very good drugstore choice.

I use a primer first...my choice is BareMinerals Oil Control.

Then one of the 2 foundations I mentioned.

Lastly... I use NYX Matte Setting Spray(very much like Urban DeCay's AllNighter Setting Spray, but much cheaper) when my MU is complete. What a difference this routine has helped with my MU staying power.

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Re: Foundation for oily skin

SJanielovesJim — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 20:48:15 GMT

Welcome, JJBeauty!

I also have oily skin, and in my 40's it is getting harder to find just the right products.

What I have landed on right now that works is either Bare Minerals Original (used with my Laura Mercier Primer), Covergirl 3 in 1 Outlast (really good for full coverage, doesn't settle in fine lines and lasts all day long), and I even really like Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer (when I use this it just looks sooo nice on the skin -lighter coverage-and seems to actually balance my oily skin for the day).

Good luck!

Janie

Re: Foundation for oily skin

ForTheLuv — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 23:24:37 GMT

Estee Lauder Double Wear

Lancôme 24 Hr. Teint Idole

MakeUpForever Mat Velvet Plus

Revlon Colorstay (for oily skin, very similar to EL DW, and much cheaper)

All of these are VERY MATTE!! High coverage, and for oily skin.

All of the above are LIQUIDS, which can be bad news for acne-prone skin

Bare Minerals mineral foundations (original and matte) are great and never break me out. They are buildable coverage too. The original can be itchy because it has bismuth in it. The matte one does not.

I would check out a good primer too, and/or a good setting spray for oily skin. Hourglass has a mineral primer that may work. I would look for one that is silicone free for your acne-prone skin.

Best of luck!!

Re: Foundation for oily skin

LuluOnBeauty — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 02:16:40 GMT

Very matte and high coverage:

Kat Von D Lock It

Becca Ultimate Coverage Complexion Creme

Hourglass Mineral Veil

Boots No 7 Beautifully Matte

Natural or satin matte and medium to full or buildable coverage:

Covergirl Outlast 3 in 1

Revlon Colorstay Whipped

Revlon Colorstay for Oily/Comb

MUFE Velvet Mat Plus

Rimmel Stay Matte

Garnier BB Cream for Oily skin (use this as your moisturizer, spf and primer in one; it does also have very good coverage for a BB cream; a great multi-purpose first layer)

I think you need to look into mattifying primers, setting sprays and setting powders. Rimmel Stay Matte Primer is new to the market and excellent. Boots makes a mattifying primer, too but it takes a bit of a learning curve. Urban Decay and Skindinavia have setting sprays for oily skin. Rimmel Stay Matte powder is excellent for holding oil or taking shine away mid day.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

customerqvc2 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 03:09:13 GMT

Estee Lauder Double Wear liquid foundation. I've used Bare Escentuals Matte for years, but this liquid one works better. Thanks to whomever told me about it on this board.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

croemer — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 03:10:15 GMT

Hi Lulu, I love the Boots7 Mattifying Face Primer, I forgot to mention that in my earlier post.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

Dusty1 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 03:25:40 GMT

I have to say that most of the suggestions here have not worked for me. I have combo/oily skin that breaks out from so many things that I try. That may not be your issue, so some of this may work better for you.

Skin care makes a huge difference with my foundation, but I have never found a primer that does anything for my oily skin, or it breaks me out.

Mineral/powder foundations don't control my oil, at all, even if I have my skin care correct. And, they disappear from my skin in a couple of hours.

I do have to use liquid foundation, but so many break me out. what works for me is-Mac Studio Sculpt or Pro Longwear, tarte bb tinted treatment, Naploean Perdis China Doll or Revlon Colorstay Whipped (but the colors are odd).

I used Mac Careblend Powder over any foundation.

Another thing to be careful about is when you are using full coverage, long wearing foundations it to make sure that the cleanser that you are using is really breaking that down & cleaning it off of your skin.

Good luck. I hope you find what works for you.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

River Song — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 04:02:32 GMT

I've had the best luck with three products:

Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 liquid foundation, but I had to purchase two colors to mix for my exact skin tone.

Maybelline Dream Matte Powder

Ultra Matte by FACE atelier setting spray

I disagree about using a primer, it's just another layer oily skin doesn't need and all the ones I tried didn't do a thing for me. Plus the Covergirl Outlast foundation has a built-in primer in it.

I've used Revlon Colorstay and Estee Lauder Double Wear and they are fine if you can find a color to match your skin tone. However, both of these foundations have a more plastic finish (they can look a little fake) than the Covergirl Outlast does.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

Irishrose136 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 04:07:57 GMT

JJ, I also have oily skin but not acne. However, I'm here to totally agree with the importance of using a good mattifying primer and hi-def finishing powder (with a kabuki brush you get an air-brushed look) and a setting spray meant for oily complexions.

Laura Geller sells Set 'n Stay Setting Spray here on the Q and on Ulta.

Urban Decay has a good one also: Deslick Makeup Setting Spray. Available on Sephora.

Go to Sephora and search mattifying . I've been using a sample of Murad. I did find this: COVER FX
Mattifying Primer With Anti-Acne Treatment COVER FX for $38.

A little tends to go a long way.

I swear by MAKE UP FOREVER - their high-def finishing pwder. Also a little goes a long way.

Putting together the right skin care system for acne is also important. PaulasChoice dot com might help by explaining what products will keep your complexion soothed and calm vs. inflamed. The site is highly credible.

Good luck!

Re: Foundation for oily skin

Irishrose136 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 04:11:48 GMT

On 3/3/2014 Sweet Susie said:
I've had the best luck with three products:

Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 liquid foundation, but I had to purchase two colors to mix for my exact skin tone.

Maybelline Dream Matte Powder

Ultra Matte by FACE atelier setting spray

I disagree about using a primer, it's just another layer oily skin doesn't need and all the ones I tried didn't do a thing for me. Plus the Covergirl Outlast foundation has a built-in primer in it.

I've used Revlon Colorstay and Estee Lauder Double Wear and they are fine if you can find a color to match your skin tone. However, both of these foundations have a more plastic finish (they can look a little fake) than the Covergirl Outlast does.

I think I need to clarify my use of the word "primer". I used it to mean a product applied before MU. What I meant specifically is the use of a product that blots oil.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

Irishrose136 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 04:15:22 GMT

During the day you can use a compact like this one:

Urban Decay
De-Slick Mattifying Powder

This shine-stopping pressed powder blots oil and keeps shine at bay. The lavender shade applies invisibly and works on every skintone. Try it on naked skin (if you run into the hot guy at the gym), or over foundation (for touch ups on the dance floor without destroying your makeup). Because the formula contains super lightweight, oil-absorbing rice powder, you won't feel the powder, but you'll see the shine-free results.

Laura Geller has a similar product. I recommend both.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

Dusty1 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 04:44:35 GMT

On 3/3/2014 Irishrose136 said:
During the day you can use a compact like this one:

Urban Decay
De-Slick Mattifying Powder

This shine-stopping pressed powder blots oil and keeps shine at bay. The lavender shade applies invisibly and works on every skintone. Try it on naked skin (if you run into the hot guy at the gym), or over foundation (for touch ups on the dance floor without destroying your makeup). Because the formula contains super lightweight, oil-absorbing rice powder, you won't feel the powder, but you'll see the shine-free results.

Laura Geller has a similar product. I recommend both.

The UD De-Slick does make me matte when I get shiny, but it doesn't control my oil, either. This is a never ending battle for me, too.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

EnglishRose88 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 05:22:11 GMT

I have extremely oily skin and I use Estée Lauder Double Wear. It is the best foundation EVER! It is more expensive than the drug store brands but very worth it.

Re: Foundation for oily skin

dionline — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 05:33:42 GMT

My latest is Cover Girl Outlast foundation with Palladio Rice Powder on top. Looks flawless for hours and only need to blot once during the day.

Awesome tips here ladies - I'll be trying some of these other tips to see if I can get longer wear out of my own makeup!!

Re: Foundation for oily skin

Irishrose136 — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 07:35:42 GMT

On 3/3/2014 Dusty1 said:
I have to say that most of the suggestions here have not worked for me. I have combo/oily skin that breaks out from so many things that I try. That may not be your issue, so some of this may work better for you.

Skin care makes a huge difference with my foundation, but I have never found a primer that does anything for my oily skin, or it breaks me out.

Mineral/powder foundations don't control my oil, at all, even if I have my skin care correct. And, they disappear from my skin in a couple of hours.

I do have to use liquid foundation, but so many break me out. what works for me is-Mac Studio Sculpt or Pro Longwear, tarte bb tinted treatment, Naploean Perdis China Doll or Revlon Colorstay Whipped (but the colors are odd).

I used Mac Careblend Powder over any foundation.

Another thing to be careful about is when you are using full coverage, long wearing foundations it to make sure that the cleanser that you are using is really breaking that down & cleaning it off of your skin.

Good luck. I hope you find what works for you.

Dusty, you didn't mention what your skin care routine includes. Because of my own oily skin and large pores, plus a tendency to get red cheeks...............maybe we might have certain issues in common. I've started with a regimen of cleanse-tone-exfoliate-moisturize with sunscreen every day plus add treatments: Vitamin C, 2% BHA gel, an antioxidant serum at night. I plan to add a copper peptide and retinol.

I've read that AHAs are good for acne/breakouts and BHAs have been cleaning out my pores and shrinking them. I have Perricone's Pore Treatment which has also helped immensely.

My routine has not been aimed at reducing wrinkles because I don't have many yet. I wanted to tone & brighten and even out my skin texture. Also, using my Clarisonic helps, altho I don't do it everynight.

Good luck! HTH