Foundation sticks are claimed as the “lazy person’s foundation,” and we’re here to admit that it’s the ultimate truth. Whether you’re running low on time or don’t feel like spending too much time in the first place, the appeal of achieving a full face in just a few swipes is unquestionably real. Plus, they’re hassle-free and travel-friendly — it’s a win-win situation. Regardless of whether your budget leans more luxury or drugstore, you’re covered. Over the last few years, brands high and low have been converting their very best foundation offerings into creamy, couldn’t-be-easier-to-use sticks. Should you want to get in on the routine shortcut, here are our top 5 picks for this category:
Tarte Clay Stick
Source: Tarte Cosmetics
This product is everything you would need from a stick foundation and more! The Amazonian clay balances skin — helps to hydrate or mattify, depending on your skin’s needs and works like magic aiding in super smooth application and blending. This vegan foundation stick gives you a skin finish without caking up or settling into your fine lines /creases.
Maybelline New York Fit Me! Oil free foundation sticks
Source: Superdrug
Yes, the beloved drugstore brand that gives most of the premium brands a run for their money! Maybelline’s infamous Fit Me! foundation range comes in stick form, too, and it’s just as good. They are especially great for oily skin, featuring an anti-shine core that helps to keep the foundation in place and skin matte.
Makeup forever Ultra HD Invisible cover stick foundation
Source: Makeup Forever
Looking for something with more coverage and are yet to find that right solid stick? We present you with this gem from makeup forever.
This creamy, blendable formula glides on like a second skin with a soft satin finish. The complexion appears more even-toned, hydrated, and flawless. Perfect for touch-ups and great for all skin types, especially dry skin.
Hourglass Vanish seamless finish foundation sticks
Source: Mecca Cosmetics
New to stick applicators? This pick is super easy to use, thanks to the triangle shape, which helps you strategically target certain areas. This long-wearing, waterproof formula provides up to 12 hours of coverage, contains double the amount of pigment versus traditional foundations, and adjusts to your body temperature to effortlessly blend into the skin.
A little goes a long way, so, all you need is a swipe or two on each cheek for medium-to-full coverage.
Tom Ford traceless foundation stick
Source: Tom Ford
The crème de la crème of the bunch – the iconic Tom Ford traceless liquid foundation distilled into handy, foolproof stick. This unique formula features the nourishing TOM FORD infusing complex. A cream foundation that creates a flawless, smooth finish, and can be used as a concealer to hide imperfections, leaving a soft-matte finish. The portable stick allows for versatility in application for sheer, medium, or full coverage that’s always beautifully natural and undetectable.
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By Jasmine Sharif @stylehappysmiles
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