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Versatile formulas to help you achieve that your skin but better look.

Top cream foundations we recommend, including Honest and Bobbi Brown, arranged on a neutral background

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And were not aloneprofessional makeup artists agree.

Cream foundations are super versatile.

Whats more, cream foundations come in various finishesfrom matte to glowing, as well as high coverage.

MILK MAKEUP Flex Foundation Stick

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Ahead, discover our top picks for the best cream foundations.

Its also infused with soothingchamomileand moisturizing blue lotus and touts the perfect level of medium coverage.

Keep in mind that the formula can accentuate the look of texture.

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick

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To mitigate this, consider applying apore-minimizing primerbefore dabbing on this foundation.

Despite how thick it looks in the jar, it feels completely featherweight and also comes with a brush.

Plus, it also has a long-lasting wear time, points out Simpson, who is a fan.

Photos of person’s face before and after applying Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick

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If you travel often, this is a great option for slipping in your suitcase, too.

Flawless skin with zero mess?

Its waterproof formula is adept at covering blemishes, redness, and dark circles with ease despite wet conditions.

Honest Beauty Everything Cream Foundation

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Just keep in mind that its very concentrated, so a little goes a long way.

Bonus points for the unique triangular tip that makes utility in even hard-to-reach spots a breeze.

The brand recommends always applying it over a moisturizer as its free from synthetic ingredients.

Chanel Sublimage Le Tint

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They also plant a tree for every purchase made.

This can be used on all skin types but a moisturizer is recommended underneath, even for oily skin.

We appreciate the velvety finish and the fact that theressunscreenand protective antioxidants in the mix.

Tarte Clay Stick Foundation

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The shade ranges are great for those with paler skin, as the lighter hues have a variety ofundertones.

This is ideal for all skin types, especially those lacking in radiance and hydration.

Still, despite the creaminess, it feels surprisingly silky and light.

Kevyn Aucoin The Sensual Skin Enhancer

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(To that point, its best applied using a foundation brush.)

This buttery-soft formula (yes, its made with murumuru butter) melts into the skin.

The Merit Beauty Minimalist Perfecting Complexion stick just might do the trick.

Photos of person’s face before, during, and after applying Kevyn Aucoin The Sensual Skin Enhancer

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The weightless formula doubles as a foundation and a concealer.

If youre looking to speed up your morning routine, this multipurpose product has you coveredliterally.

What to Look for in a Cream Foundation

Cream foundations are an excellent choice for some people.

Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick

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Cream foundations in stick form tend to offer fuller coverage.

They function as a coverage product and can double as aconcealeror acontouringproduct.

You have options when it comes to using a brush to apply a cream foundation.

Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation

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Austen Tosoneis a beauty writer and content creator based in NYC.

She is obsessed with discovering the latest and greatest beauty products.

BLK/OPL True Color Skin Perfecting Tint

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Cle de Peau Beauté Radiant Cream Foundation SPF 24

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Kevyn Aucoin Foundation Balm, (Deep) FB 13 shade + brush: Light diffusing. Full coverage, buildable, blends, blurs, corrects, evens out complexion, and…

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Brunette smiling with full face of makeup

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Ilia Beauty Skin Rewind Complexion Stick

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Sephora Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick

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Merit The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick

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