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Which are the best foundations for sensitive skin?
Post last updated: 16/02/2023
If you have sensitive skin, it can be difficult to find foundation products which allow you to achieve the flawless finish you dream of which do not cause any irritation.
As fragrances and other ingredients can cause redness, breakouts and other issues for sensitive skin, those with sensitive complexions should opt for a foundation which has been formulated with skin sensitivity in mind.
Our picks of the best foundations for sensitive skin
- NARS Cosmetics Sheer Glow Foundation
- bareMinerals Original Loose Mineral Foundation
- MAC Studio Face and Body Foundation
- Chantecaille Future Skin Oil-Free Foundation
- Cover FX Total Cover Cream Foundation
- Rimmel Kind and Free Skin Tint Moisturising Foundation
- Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
- IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF50
- Shiseido Synchro Skin Self Refreshing Foundation
- Estée Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Makeup SPF45
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Best Moisturiser For Sensitive Skin
We have rounded up our favourite irritation-free moisturisers that will help alleviate dryness and discomfort and help soothe and hydrate sensitive skin.
20/09/2021 By Holly James
Which foundations won't irritate sensitive skin?
To help you find the perfect foundation for your sensitive skin, we have rounded up six of our favourite products which promise to perfect your complexion without causing any unwanted irritation.
1. NARS Cosmetics Sheer Glow Foundation
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RRP: £39.00Current price: £31.20
Loved by beauty influencers and editors alike, NARS Sheer Glow Foundation effortlessly creates a natural-looking radiant base. Ideal for dry and sensitive skin, the hydrating, non-comedogenic formula can be built up to a medium to full finish for the ultimate glowy complexion.
- Perfect for: Dry, Sensitive Skin
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
2. bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation SPF 15 (Various Shades)
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RRP: £38.50Current price: £28.88
A cult-favourite and known for being kind to even the most sensitive skin, bareMinerals Mineral Foundation uses just five mineral ingredients to perfect your complexion. The lighter-than-air powder feels so lightweight on the skin and is free from all common irritants including mineral oil, talc and chemical sunscreen.
- Perfect for: Sun Protection
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
4. Chantecaille Future Skin Oil-Free Foundation 30g
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£75.00
Enriched with Aloe Leaf and Camellia Extract, Chantecaille Future Proof Foundation refreshes, hydrates and soothes the skin while imparting coverage making it perfect for sensitive skin. The unique gel texture feels instantly cooling on the skin and can be built up from a glowy, sheer finish to a medium-to-full flawless base.
- Perfect for: Day to Evening Wear
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
5. Cover FX Total Cover Cream Foundation 10g (Various Shades)
With 32% pigment for flawless, long-wearing coverage, Cover FX Total Cover Cream Foundation is the perfect full coverage base for those with sensitive complexions. Ultra-blendable and antioxidant-rich, the creamy foundation glides onto the skin blurring imperfections and pores for an airbrushed finish.
- Perfect for: Hiding Enlarged Pores
6. Rimmel Kind and Free Skin Tint Moisturising Foundation 30ml (Various Shades)
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RRP: £9.99Current price: £7.49
Fragrance free and blended with nourishing vitamins E and B5 as well as soothing aloe vera, the Rimmel Kind and Free Skin Tint Moisturising Foundation helps to create a smooth and balanced base. Formulated with 77% natural ingredients, the vegan formula provides a burst of hydration to the skin, helping to calm any irritation from dryness.
- Perfect for: Dry and irritated skin
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
7. Armani Luminous Silk Foundation 30ml (Various Shades)
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RRP: £46.00Current price: £34.50
A world-wide favourite for creating that healthy-looking glow, Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive. The award-winning blend is oil-free and infused with glycerin for added hydration, helping to naturally illuminate the skin whilst covering imperfections.
- Perfect for: A radiant, glowing finish
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
8. IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF50 12ml (Various Shades)
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RRP: £15.00Current price: £11.30
Designed to support the skin whilst offering a sheer veil of coverage, this CC Cream from IT Cosmetics leaves skin looking visibly more luminous. Enriched with hydrolysed collagen, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, peptides, vitamins and antioxidants, the formula contains a powerhouse of ingredients that care for and enhance the skin.
- Perfect for: Light coverage and added hydration
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
9. Shiseido Synchro Skin Self Refreshing Foundation 30ml (Various Shades)
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£40.00
As the name suggests, this modern and innovative foundation uses ActiveForce technology to provide all day hydration and refreshment to the skin. Shielding the complexion from environmental aggressors that can cause further irritation, the fluid foundation is oil-free and enriched with SPF30 to also protect against sun damage.
- Perfect for: Protecting against UV rays
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
10. Estée Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturising Foundation Makeup SPF45 (Various Shades)
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£42.00
The Estée Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Makeup SPF45 is a breathable and lightweight formula designed to help moisturise the skin and even out tone and texture. The buildable blend contains an IonCharged water complex to provide long-lasting hydration, as well as soothing prebiotics that calm irriation and maintain balance in the skin. Chia seed extract, a natural antioxidant, helps shield the complexion from external aggressors while SPF45 protects against harmful UV rays.
- Perfect for: Dry and blemish-prone skin
- What our customers say: Read reviews here
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