COMPARISON | Foundations

COMPARISON | Foundations
 This is a quick reference guide for product reviews. The comparison is NOT comprehensive but rather highlights the most identifiable brands per product type. Brands were chosen based on my personal collection and are most relatable to existing readership.

Brand
Product / Size / Price*
Comparison*
M∙A∙C
Matchmaster SPF 15 Foundation
Value:
$27.50 per ounce, mid-end brand
Finish:
Demi-matte
Formula:
Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Coverage:
Medium - Buildable
1.2 oz
$33
Shade Range:
14 shades, light to deep dark
Packaging:
 Glass bottle, built-in pump
M∙A∙C
Studio Fix Fluid Foundation
Value:
$27 per ounce, mid-end brand
Finish:
Natural-matte
Formula:
Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.0 oz
$27
Shade Range:
37 shades, light to deep dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, pump sold separately ($8)
M∙A∙C
Pro Longwear SPF 10 Foundation
Value:
$30 per ounce, mid-end brand
Finish:
Matte
Formula:
Long-wear, oil control
Coverage:
Sheer to Medium - Buildable
1.0 oz
$30
Shade Range:
17 shades, light to dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, built-in pump
Make Up For Ever
Mat Velvet + Foundation
Value:
$36 per ounce, mid-to-high end brand
Finish:
Matte
Formula:
Shine controlling, oil-free, water-resistant, long-wear
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.0 oz
$36
Shade Range:
16 shades, light to dark
Packaging:
Plastic squeeze-tube
Make Up For Ever
HD Invisible Cover Foundation
Value:
$42 per ounce, mid-to-high end brand
Finish:
Matte
Formula:
Oil-free, soft-focus HD effect
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.0 oz
$42
Shade Range:
25 shades, light to deep dark
Packaging:
Hard plastic bottle, built-in pump
NARS
Sheer Glow Foundation
Value:
$42 per ounce, mid-to-high end brand
Finish:
Satin/Glowy  
Formula:
Hydrating, brightening properties
Coverage:
Sheer to Medium - Buildable
1.0 oz
$42
Shade Range:
16 shades, light to medium dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, pump sold separately ($6)
Tarte
Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Full Coverage Foundation
 
Value:
$22 per ounce, mid-to-high end brand
Finish:
Natural/Satin matte
Formula:
Long-wear, waterproof, Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.7 oz
$38
Shade Range:
8 shades, light to medium dark
Packaging:
Plastic squeeze-tube
Tarte

Maracuja Miracle Foundation

Value:
$42 per ounce, mid-to-high end brand
Finish:
Natural/Satin matte
Formula:
Long-wear, oil-based, Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.0 oz
$42
Shade Range:
10 shades, light to medium dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, built-in pump
Lancôme

Teint Idole Ultra Foundation

Value:
$45 per ounce, high end brand
Finish:
Natural matte
Formula:
Long-wear, oil-free, Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.0 oz
$45
Shade Range:
28 shades, light to deep dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, built-in pump
Urban Decay

Naked Foundation

Value:
$38 per ounce, high end brand
Finish:
Demi matte
Formula:
Soft-focus effect
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.0 oz
$38
Shade Range:
18 shades, light to deep dark
Packaging:
Hard plastic bottle, built-in pump
Guerlain

Lingerie De Peau Foundation

Value:
$58 per ounce, high end brand
Finish:
Natural matte
Formula:
Long-wear, oil-free, Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Coverage:
Medium to Full - Buildable
1.0 oz
$58
Shade Range:
28 shades, light to deep dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, built-in pump
Bobbi Brown

Skin Foundation

Value:
$47 per ounce, high end brand
Finish:
Natural/Satin matte
Formula:
Long-wear, Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Coverage:
Sheer to Medium - Buildable
1.0 oz
$47
Shade Range:
19 shades, light to dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, built-in pump
Neutrogena

Healthy Skin Foundation

Value:
$12.99 per ounce, low end brand
Finish:
Satin/Glowy
Formula:
Lightweight, Broad Spectrum SPF 20
Coverage:
Sheer to Medium - Buildable
1.0 oz
$12.99
Shade Range:
12 shades, light to dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, no pump
Revlon
ColorStay SPF 15 Foundation
Value:
$11.99 per ounce, low end brand
Finish:
Satin/Glowy or Matte
Formula:
Long wear, oil-free, Broad Spectrum SPF 6
Coverage:
Sheer to Medium - Buildable
1.0 oz
$11.99
Shade Range:
20 shades, light to dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, no pump


Chanel

Perfection Lumière Foundation

Value:
$58 per ounce, high end brand
Finish:
Natural/Satin matte
Formula:
Long-wear, oil-free, Broad Spectrum SPF 10
Coverage:
Sheer to Medium - Buildable
1.0 oz
$55
Shade Range:
20 shades, light to dark
Packaging:
Glass bottle, built-in pump


*References - Brand website, Sephora, MAC and/or Ulta (January 2012)



3 comments:

  1. Hi, Would love to know your shades in all these foundations you reviewed as I am an NC45 myself but looking for alternatives.

    Thanks!

    -Jessica

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  2. Ditto the above comment.please post your shades. I am also an NC 45 and your very comprehensive table would be a great reference for NC 45s who want to try other foundations but are unable to be colour matched to the foundations in person.

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  3. Is it possible for you to post your shades in the brands you mentioned above as a reference point. Thanks

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