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8 Best Cruelty Free Foundation | Reviews & Buying Guide

If you are looking for a cruelty free foundation suitable for your skin type, then this is a perfect article for you.

Foundation is a key element in any makeup. Your base makeup completely depends on the foundation that you choose compatible with your skin type.

But we don’t want cute little animals to get harm from animal testing right? Cruelty-free products mean the company doesn’t test the final product on animals.

In recent times there are so many brands that have come up with cruelty free foundation. So in this post, we will find out the best cruelty free foundations in the market, which have very good performance.

We choose our foundation in terms of many aspects; like – coverage, lasting ability, finishing and of course the price. Plus, vegan and cruelty- free items are on top of the list of most of the people now a day.

8 Best Cruelty free Foundation Kind to Your Skin & Animals

1. NYX Can’t Stop Won’t Stop Foundation

One of the popular brands is NYX Cosmetics. The can’t stop won’t stop is a liquid foundation. It has a pimp system.

This foundation is best for combination to oily people. Even for dry skin, this powder gives the best result. It gives a velvety matte finish. The formula has high coverage and will give you a matte look.

You will get a variety of choices with 24 shades in this range. If you have dry skin, then I would suggest using a moisturizer before applying this on the skin.

(To blend your concealer properly this item works as a supportive makeup).

Things you will like:

  • Best suitable for oily and combination skin.
  • Full coverage foundation
  • Gives a velvety matte finish.
  • Gives a Flawless matte finish in summer.

Things you won’t like:

  • You need to build up the coverage.

2. Wet n Wild Photo Focus Foundation

This is my personal favorite. The wet n wild photo focus is best cruelty free foundation for dry skin people. This is a camera-ready liquid foundation. It will give you a luminous look that we all want.

This foundation has a glass bottle with a spatula. You a little amount for your face, and it works as a finish foundation. That’s why you do not need to separately add any makeup like concealer or translucent powder.

The applicator is easy to use. You a little amount for your face. The coverage is medium to full. For people with dry skin, I would suggest using an oil-absorbing primer, as this foundation will give you a luminous finish.

The light-diffusing formula gives you a no-filter look. The amazing part about this foundation is, it is so inexpensive. The quality of this product is a phenomenon considering the price.

Things you will like:

  • Very affordable.
  • Best for dry skin people.
  • The applicator is user friendly.
  • Gives a luminous look.

Things you won’t like:

  • You need to build up the coverage.
  • Not suitable for oily skin people.

3. E.l.f. Flawless Finish Foundation

As the name suggests this foundation builds perfectly and gives a flawless look. This is a liquid foundation and has SPF in it. That’s why you can also use it as a tinted moisturizer. It can lock moisture on your skin.

It has a semi-matte finish and is a perfect choice for dry skin people.

Currently, this foundation is available in 30 shades. The flawless finish foundation has buildable coverage. So you can use whatever amount you think is enough for you and can build up the coverage.

And the best part is very low, which makes it affordable to everyone.

Things you will like:

  • It has SPF.
  • No animal testing
  • The shade range has quite a variety.
  • Gives matte finish
  • Low in price.

Things you won’t like:

  • Not suitable for oily skin
  • Have medium coverage.
  • Doesn’t give full matte look.

4. Milani Conceal and Perfect 2 in1 Foundation

This foundation has a bit different formula. Concealer and foundation both requirements can be fulfilled with this formula. Milani claims you don’t have to use extra concealer to cover up dark spots.

This foundation will cover everything. This formula has a thick consistency, so better if you use less amount to your skin. This might feel a little heavy on some people’s skin.

The finish and formula make it best suitable for oily skin people. For people with dry skin, this can be heavy and can oxidize easily.

This foundation is available in 29 shades, that make a wide range for a drugstore brand.

Things you will like:

  • It has full coverage.
  • Will work as concealer and foundation both.
  • Have wide range of shades.
  • Cruelty-free makeup

Things you won’t like:

  • It oxidizes on dry skin.
  • Has a very thick consistency.
  • Feels heavy on the skin.

5. Makeup Revolution Conceal and Define Foundation

This is one of the most hyped foundation formulae of 2020. The formula is a close dupe of Tarte shape tape foundation.

Moreover, this drugstore foundation is suitable both for dry and oily skin tone. Here you can get the sufficient amount of moisture. Also, it includes a certain grade of SPF.

This foundation has a mousse formula and has a thick consistency. A little will cover a lot, so you only need to use a little amount in your face.

It will give you full coverage, but won’t make your face cakey. The shade range is quite impressive and more shades have been launched after the initial release. You can find makeup revolution products in ULTA.

Things you will like:

  • Gives full coverage.
  • The texture is very smooth.
  • Smudge-proof
  • The applicator is user friendly.

Things you won’t like:

  • The quantity is less.
  • More shade range should be added.

6. L.A Girl Pro Matte Foundation

This matte foundation won’t dry out your skin. The medium to full coverage formula gives a matte but not cakey finish. This foundation has a thick consistency, so better use less amount while applying. But coverage is very good of this formula and it lasts for quite a few hours.

Another positive part is it is a cruelty-free foundation and enrich with natural ingredients. That’s why this product is recommended for all skin types.

In terms of price, this is a good purchase, if you are trying to find a good product at less price.

Things you will like:

  • Gives a matte finish with full coverage.
  • You need to use a little amount.
  • Gives very good coverage.

Things you won’t like:

  • It can feel heavy on dry skin people.
  • The shade range should have more choices.

7. Physicians Formula Nude Wear Touch of Glow Foundation

This foundation has a weightless formula and gives a luminous look. For a nor makeup look, this is a good option. The liquid formula is so light that, it blends amazingly to your skin and gives a naturally radiant look.

The coverage of this foundation is very light and gives a nude look to your skin. If you prefer a very light and nude look to your face, then this formula is a perfect choice for you.

This foundation is more on the pricier side of the drugstore.

Things you will like:

  • Very lightweight.
  • Nude finish.
  • You can achieve a no-makeup look with this.
  • Gives a radiance look.

Things you won’t like:

  • Doesn’t give full coverage.
  • Not suitable for skins that have pores and textures.
  • A bit on the pricy side.

8. Flower Beauty Light Illusion Foundation

Go undercover with this foundation – claimed by flower beauty. This foundation has a weightless and creamy formula, which blends with your skin smoothly.

It gives such a natural look that, it feels like you didn’t put on anything on your skin. The formula blends seamlessly and gives a flawless finish.

The only drawback of this product is that the shade range is very limited. Hopefully, soon they will expand their range and lots of people will get to try this formula.

Things you will like:

  • It gives natural look.
  • Blends smoothly into your skin.
  • Ideal dupe of bb cream.
  • Medium to buildable coverage.
  • Hydrating
  • Perfect for dry to combination skin
  • Last all-day

Things you won’t like:

  • Few shades.
  • Not suitable for heavy part makeup.

Conclusion

My final thoughts are, every one of use should switch to cruelty free brands, as we heading more in the future, we should overcome these limitations, and who wants to hart little animals just for beauty?

In the past few years’ drugstore brands have expanded their range into cruelty-free products. Then why not encourage others too?

So guys, use cruelty free foundation and let know others too. Motivate your friends and family to go for cruelty – free products.

Ani Mehta

Ani Mehta, a skilled makeup artist and influential blogger, blends artistry and beauty expertise. Her transformative touch and insightful blog make her a respected figure, inspiring confidence in the beauty industry.

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