L’Oreal Infallible Is One of the Best Drugstore Foundations

L’Oréal Infallible 24 Hour Fresh Wear: One of the best drugstore foundations.

L’Oréal Paris is a world leading beauty brand. One of its specialities is producing some of the best drugstore foundations on the market. These products come in a variety of formulas, including the viral TikTok-tested powder sensation and the liquid version of Infallible Fresh Wear foundation. This makes it easy for you and I to try out red carpet-worthy beauty looks, just like actress Elle Fanning at the 2021 Golden Globe Awards. Elle’s skin was perfectly radiant for the event, thanks in part to Fresh Wear. I’ve loved this product for a long time and think it’s a makeup must-have because of its lightweight, long lasting, buildable coverage and accessible price point. You can’t go wrong with this heavy hitter for $14.99!

Promises vs. Performance: Flawless 24-Hour wear from a drugstore makeup?

When it comes to what I put on my face, I want pretty makeup that makes my skin look flawless all day. (Is that too much to ask?) I’m happy to splurge for bomb quality makeup. But nothing is more exciting than when high performance cosmetics come at a value price. That’s exactly what you get from Infallible 24 Hour Fresh Wear foundation. It serves “Lightweight, breathable longwear,” as the brand website promises. That, along with SPF 25 and medium to full coverage.

Fresh Wear feels and looks natural, applies easily, and doesn’t budge. (It stayed put at for least 12 hours on me.) That’s because it’s formulated to resist moisture and transfer. For all skin types and available in 40 shades, this is a universally flattering base. L’Oréal delivers on its word with this product, giving big bang for buck. If you’re sensitive to fragrance, just be aware that it’s heavily scented.

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:L’Oreal Infallible 24 Hour Fresh Wear

Price: $15.99

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Price: $15 – $70

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How It Compares: Which is the best drugstore foundation?

If you’re looking for the best drugstore makeup, Infallible Fresh Wear is arguably the gold standard. You’d have your work cut out for you to find a better foundation for the price in terms of lasting, natural looking coverage that’s buildable. It’s even considered by many to be a dupe for Estée Lauder’s Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup (rated ***** 4.6), a top rated, professional grade foundation. Where Estée Lauder’s Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup outperforms is longevity, having less creasing, settling into fine lines and pores. Fresh Wear’s pigment and texture are simply superb for drugstore dime. With proper application you can make it look very natural with medium to full coverage, yet feeling light.

While there are other great foundations at around the same price, this beloved beauty staple has earned its props. It applies easily, feels lightweight, provides great coverage, and lasts all day. It works for any type of skin for any occasion, from everyday to the runway. With a range of 30 shades, you’re sure to find or mix a color match that’s perfect for you. If there is a gripe, I wish it came a bit cheaper.

Milabu Beauty Method: How to get a beautiful finish with Infallible.

With such a blendable formula as Infallible, you really can’t go wrong no matter how you apply. But my favorite method is using a dampened sponge. It provides controlled, natural coverage that’s not too heavy and lets my natural complexion peek through.

1. Dispense one pump of foundation at a time onto the back of your hand (you can use more pumps as needed).
2. Warm and mix the product slightly by swirling it with your finger.
3. Use the same finger to place dots of foundation on your face, working in one section at a time. I like to start with my cheeks.
4. Use a dampened sponge (like my favorite, Beautyblender, $20) to blend the product into the skin.
5. Use the sponge and a dabbing motion to layer more product onto any areas that need extra coverage.