The 10 Best Foundations for Oily Skin

Oily skin can be tricky to manage, especially when it comes to foundation. Too often, formulas slide off, settle into pores or leave behind an unwanted shine by midday. The good news: Today’s options are more advanced than ever, combining oil-control technology with skin-care ingredients to create finishes that are matte, never flat, and long-wearing without feeling heavy. Whether you prefer full coverage or a more natural, radiant look, these standout foundations are specifically designed to stay put and keep excess oil in check.

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream Natural Matte Foundation With SPF 40 ($47)

Created to color-correct and reduce shine on slick skin types, this best-selling foundation-meets-sunscreen is a must try for a full-coverage matte finish that lasts for up to 16 hours.

• BUY ON SEPHORA – $47
• BUY ON IT COSMETICS – $47

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Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation ($11) 

Created specifically for oily skin, this affordable option delivers oil-free, matte coverage with a formula that absorbs oil, controls shine and won’t clog pores. Oh, and did we mention it’s available in 40 shades?

• BUY ON ULTA – $11
• BUY ON AMAZON – $11

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HAUS Labs Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation with Fermented Arnica ($49)

Available in impressive 51 shades, this medium-to-full coverage foundation has been flying off shelves since its launch for its ability to weightlessly and flawlessly conceal and reduce redness while keeping skin looking natural.

• BUY ON SEPHORA – $49
• BUY ON HAUS LABS – $49

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Versed Skin Solution Multi-Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 ($20)

Ideal for light to medium coverage, this skin-caring tint (it’s packed with mineral SPF 40 and hyaluronic acid) offers up a little more coverage than your traditional tinted moisturizer, creating a more even tone that won’t look shiny midday.

• BUY ON VERSED – $20
• BUY ON TARGET – $20

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Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Liquid Makeup Foundation ($52)

This full-coverage, no-budge formula is a cult-classic for a reason. It’s oil-, humidity- and sweat-resistant and concealers every last imperfection without looking cakey for a matte yet radiant finish that stays put for up to 24 hours. 

• BUY ON SEPHORA – $52
• BUY ON ULTA – $52

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Makeup by Mario SurrealSkin Luminous Hydrating Foundation ($44)

Delivering up to 12 hours of hydration for a naturally luminous finish, this professional-grade foundation grips onto the skin without caking or drying while subtly blurring imperfections. Those with oily skin types will appreciate its breathable, serum-like texture.

• BUY NOW – $44

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L’Oréal Infallible Pro-Matte Liquid Longwear Foundation ($15)

For a seriously matte finish, look no further than this oil-free lightweight formula. It zaps oil and sweat for a flawless, blurred look that never looks flat and lasts for up to 24 hours.

• BUY ON ULTA – $15
• BUY ON AMAZON – $15

8 / 10

Patrick Ta Major Skin Hydra-Luxe Luminous Skin Perfecting Foundation For Natural Glow ($58)

Those with oily skin know there’s a difference between slick skin and glowy skin. This blurring foundation masters the latter with a lightweight, hydrating formula that keeps skin looking radiant, not shiny.

• BUY ON SEPHORA – $58
• BUY ON PATRICK TA – $58

9 / 10

Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Weightless Foundation ($30)

Think of this best-selling foundation as a hybrid between your favorite serum and concealer. It’s lightweight, won’t clog pores and it delivers the right amount of believable coverage—the ultimate everyday wear.

• BUY NOW – $30

10 / 10

Polite Society More than a Pretty Face Foundation ($42)

Long-wearing, noncomedogenic and safe for sensitive and acne-prone skin types, this natural-looking foundation won’t settle into lines or pores and is infused with skin-care ingredients like vegan hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to treat skin while you wear it. Plus, it’s available in 30 shades.

• BUY ON ULTA – $42
• BUY ON POLITE SOCIETY – $42