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Let’s get real for a second: Fenty Beauty is obviously running the makeup game right now. It’s one of the hottest brands on the market right now, and the Rihanna-owned brand has built itself into a beauty empire in a matter of months. It’s only been on the market since last September, and has made such an impact on the beauty market that it was named one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2017. And the major reason why this brand is so successful is because of it’s crown jewel product: The Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation ($34).
This foundation is groundbreaking for is full coverage and it’s iconic range of tones. Fenty Beauty’s legendary foundation has a shade for every person, and it’s guaranteed to leave a perfectly matted, natural finish that lasts all day long. But, one of the problems is that this foundation is constantly sold out! You basically have to camp out in front of your nearest Sephora to grab a bottle of it in your perfect shade, because so many people are obsessed with it. If you’re too impatient to wait for the next restock (like us), then give some of our favorite dupes a try. They’re all budget-friendly, and leave the same beautiful finish that we’ve all known and loved from Fenty Beauty’s cult-favorite product. So, don’t miss out on these prime foundation finds!
NYX Cosmetics Stay Matte But Not Flat Liquid Foundation ($7.49)
NYX Cosmetics is always one of our biggest beauty recommendations for it's top-quality product at extremely low prices, and their matte foundation will definitely not disappoint you. For just under $8, you get a bottle of perfectly matte foundation to keep oil and grease at bay all day long. It also comes in a variety of 30 shades, so you'll definitely find your perfect fit. NYX Cosmetics, you never seem to disappoint us!
Clinique Stay-Matte Oil-Free Makeup ($24)
Clinique is one of the most iconic brands in the beauty industry, so of course we just had to put them on this list. Their stay-matte oil-free makeup is one of the most revolutionary foundations on the market for it's matted, medium-coverage finish and large range of shades. This legendary foundation came years before Fenty Beauty's line, and has been a go-to for beauty fanatics across the world for ages. If you want a true alternative to Fenty Beauty's foundation, this is definitely the answer.
Maybelline FIT ME! Matte + Poreless Foundation ($5.94)
Maybelline is one of the world's bigest drugstore beauty brands, and for good reason. They always know how to flawlessly create some major makeup essentials, and the FIT ME! Matte + Poreless Foundation will definitely not disappoint. The foundation comes in 40 full coverage shades that keep your skin oil and sweat-free even during the most brutally hot days. So, do your skin a favor and make the switch to this drugstore dupe.
Sephora Collection 10 HR Wear Perfection Foundation ($20)
Here's a major beauty tip: Sephora always bases their products off of best sellers in their store. So, you better believe that this foundation is going to leave your skin on point. This matte foundation leaves a full-coverage hold all day long, and has a lightweight formula that allows your skin to breathe while looking flawless. Lesson learned: if it's Sephora, it must to be good!
Urban Decay All Nighter Foundation ($40)
Okay, we know that this may be a little pricier than Fenty Beauty's coveted foundation. But believe us, the Urban Decay All Nighter Foundation is worth every single penny. The matte finish is basically flawless, and it's breatheable formula allows you to wear this foundation all day long without any dryness or irritation to your sensitive skin. If you're willing to shell out a few extra bucks, then do yourself a favor and grab one of the 24 amazing shades Urban Decay has available in this foundation.
