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Your skincare routine can be as simple or as elaborate as you want it to be, but there's one thing you simply can't skip—and that's SPF. With that in mind—and the understanding that most people prefer the most convenient routine possible—many brands have started to infuse SPF into makeup. That means you can get both coverage and protection with just one product: a foundation with SPF.
When it comes to makeup and moisturizers with SPF, however, one thing is particularly important to remember: No matter how much SPF the product contains, it's never enough to fully replace traditional facial sunscreens (at least not in a dermatologist's eyes). So why buy a foundation with SPF in it? Well, because regardless of whether it has SPF 15 or SPF 30 infused into it, that means applying your makeup adds just a little bit more protection against the number-one cause of premature aging. And for most, that's reason enough to opt for a foundation with SPF over any standalone face makeup product.
If you feel the same, then read on for our picks for the best foundations with SPF, ranging from drugstore foundations to splurge-worthy products. Whether you're looking for light, medium, or full coverage or a matte or glowing finish, you're sure to find the best fit for you right here. If you're inspired to see what other beauty picks also carry sun protection, there are several BB creams with SPF to add to your routine, too!
Over 1,700 Amazon shoppers have given this drugstore foundation with SPF (which is available in 16 shades) their 5-star seal of approval. The reason? It's made with SPF 50 (making it ultra-protective as far as foundations go), it's lightweight, and it gives off a natural radiance when applied.
Prefer a liquid foundation over cream or powder? This serum skin tint, which is sold in 30 shades, blends effortlessly into the skin thanks to its ultra-lightweight nature. In addition to being formulated with SPF, the foundation serum is made withniacinamide, squalane, and hyaluronic acid, all of which work to hydrate and plump the skin.
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This drugstore foundation has an expansive shade range (up to 30 hues!), lightweight coverage, and sensitive skin-friendly formula. It's made with SPF 50 and is infused with antioxidants to further protect and soothe the skin while imparting natural-looking color.
This cult-favorite CC cream (which provides color and coverage equal to a lightweight foundation) boasts nearly 275,000 loves on Sephora. The creamy formula, which is available in 12 shades, features SPF 50+ and is infused with collagen, peptides, niacin, and antioxidants to further position it as the ultimate anti-aging foundation.
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This foundation is a particular favorite thanks to its seemingly genius shade matching. While the color of the foundation you pick (there are just six shades) might not perfectly match your skin tone, you'll be shocked by just how well it does once you rub it in. Regardless of the shade you choose, you can look forward to a boost of SPF 15 protection.
Over 45,000 Sephora shoppers adore this Dior beauty staple.The radiant foundation is made with SPF 35, sold in 29 shades,and offers full-to-medium coverage.
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If you're searching for a long-lasting medium-to-full coverage foundation that's ideal for oily, acne-prone skin, look no further than this drugstore foundation. It's available in 43 shades, features SPF 15 and imparts a matte finish that looks natural, not cakey. No wonder just under 8,000 Amazon shoppers swoon over this foundation with SPF.
Here, we have a radiant foundation that not only makes skin look glowing but actually delivers adequate hydration (and noticeable nourishment) too. Glycerin, cucumber extract, algae extract, and a variety of natural oils are to thank for that.
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Available in 20 colors, this light-reflecting foundation offers both precise color matching and broad-spectrum protection (SPF 15, to be exact). And, since it's fragrance-free, it won't irritate sensitive skin types.
When a makeup product promises to be long-lasting, it can be difficult to trust. But, let there be no doubt, this best-selling drugstore foundation lives up to the hype. Available in 11 shades, this lightweight foundation offers even coverage, a matte finish, and SPF 20 protection.
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Here's another serum foundation that beauty lovers fawn over. Sold in eight shades, the buildable coverage serum imparts SPF 20 protection and a semi-matte finish. That's why it's called No Makeup— because it looks that natural.
Looking for an ultra-lightweight coverage product that not only doubles as sun protection but triples as a moisturizer? This top-rated tinted moisturizer will be your best friend. Despite the name, this Sephora best-seller offers buildable coverage that looks fresh and radiant. Thank goodness it's available in 17 shades, huh?
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Over 230,000 Sephora shoppers adore this foundation—and for good reason! For starters, it's available in an impressive 50 shades. Additionally, the SPF 15-infused formula isbuildable, smudge-proof, and oil-free, so it's great for just about all skin types and coverage preferences.
The SPF in this pressed powder foundation is mineral-based, which makes it an excellent choice for people with sensitive skin. You can use it alone or to set your liquid foundation for a smooth finish.
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Say hello to 23 long-wearing shades that offer a full-coverage matte finish. It's no secret why so many people love this foundation. It must have to do with its exemplary coverage, smooth finish, and expansive shade range.
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To wrap things up, we present you with the most inclusive shade range on this list: a whopping 63 options for beauty lovers of all skin tones (and undertones). This fluid foundation is designed specifically not to sink into pores. But in case it does, it's oil-free and unlikely to cause any irritation. And, just like that, now we know why MAC's Studio Fix Fluid is a staple in so many makeup artists' kits.
Rebecca Norris
Contributing Writer
Rebecca Norris is a full-time freelance writer living in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Over the past 10+ years, she’s heavily covered a range of lifestyle topics, including travel, home, beauty, style, wellness, and celebrity news. She is a graduate of George Mason University, where she earned a B.A. in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. When she's not writing, she can be found strolling with her Jack-Chi, Cash, sipping iced matcha lattes, indulging in delicious cuisine, perusing farmer’s markets and antique sales, collecting colored glass, getting lost within the pages of a book, and exploring new bucket-list cities.