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Here's a common scenario: You apply foundation to cover up your red, irritated skin, which just ends up making it angrier so then you spackle it on to erase the new unsightly development and on and on it goes. Break the ugly cycle with the latest derm-approved, hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic formulas.
Shiseido Synchro Skin Glow Luminizing Fluid Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 20
This foundation is literally genius. Technology allows it to sense your skin tone and moisture levels and self-adjust to deliver exactly what you need to achieve complexion perfection.
$45, sephora.com
BareMinerals Matte Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15
The OG foundation for sensitive types is upping the shade range of its cult fave mattifying loose powder to 30. Whether you keep it light or pile it on for more coverage, the featherweight formula will look like you're wearing basically nothing at all.
$28.50, bareminerals.com
M.A.C Next to Nothing Face Colour
If you don't have anything to hide, then smooth on this barely-there formula that contains opalescent microspheres to rev up radiance in a flash.
$31, maccosmetics.com
Laura Geller Quench-n-Tint Hydrating Foundation
Not super into applying lotion to your face when it's steamy AF outside? Then skip that step and apply this base that doubles as a glow-inducing moisturizer.
$33, ulta.com
Tarte Clay Stick Foundation
Say "buh-bye" to shine with this mattifying powder-to-liquid foundation. The easy-to-apply stick contains exactly what you need to get perfect skin and nothing you don't, like talc, gluten, sulfates, parabens or any nasty chemicals.
$39, sephora.com
It Cosmetics Confidence in a Compact
This multitasker packs all the anti-aging ingredients found in its best-selling Confidence in a Cream, like hyaluronic acid and collagen, into a solid cream foundation that will not aggravate even the most sensitive complexions.
$38, itcosmetics.com
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