15 Best Foundations in Singapore for All Skin Types | Best of Beauty 2023

Foundation is a makeup-bag essential item for anyone who’s looking for flawless skin. But as with concealers, not all foundations are created equal. With tons of choices available in the market, finding the best foundation that fits your skin type becomes a daunting task. Hence, we decided to come up with a comprehensive foundation guide to cut your research time in half, if not more. Be it dry, oily, or combination skin, we round up the 15 Best Foundations in Singapore to help solve your needs. From cult-favourites (like the Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion and Fenty Beauty Pro Filter) to drugstore favourites (like the L’Oreal Paris Infalliable), you will be able to find something for your skin type and budget right here. Let’s begin!

This article was last updated on 06 January 2023.

Best Foundations in Singapore

1. Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Foundation 30ml 

Best overall foundation

Foundation is the key to any flawless face ritual, and it seems like Laura Mercier has just cracked that magic code with its latest Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Foundation. This foundation has gained an instant cult following with its magical, weightless formula that stays on for up to 15 hours! Not only can it provide you with medium to full coverage, but it also delivers a matte finish that is sweat, humidity, water, and transfer-resistant. The colour stays true all day and does not oxidize. Furthermore, it beautifully evens out your skin tone, controls oil production, and minimises the look of your pores and imperfections. 

If you are wondering if the foundation truly stands up to its claims, you can be assured that it’s 4.5-star rating on Google (from over 8,700 reviews) has shown its effectiveness. It has also stood up to the test of Jeffree Star, who wore it for 11 hours and is extremely impressed with its superior performance. Business Insider has featured it as their #1 pick for the best long-lasting foundation and so has Women’s Weekly with their best foundations list. With the perfect balance of blendability, coverage, and comfort, this is a must-have in your makeup pouch. The best news for everyone is that was formulated for all skin types in mind. 

Why buy this:

• Provides medium to full coverage and delivers a matte finish
• Sweat, humidity, water, and transfer-resistant
• Colour that stays true all day and does not oxidize

Pair this with:

• Prep your face with the Laura Mercier foundation primer before you apply your concealer to maintain a fresh face all day long
• This product goes perfectly well with the Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Concealer
• Use a Beauty Blender to apply both your concealer and foundation for an even, flawless look

2. Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Makeup SPF10 Foundation

Best foundation for long-lasting wear

We previously featured the Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Flawless Wear Concealer in our best concealers guide. Similarly, the Estée Lauder Stay in Place Foundation also deserves a spot on this best foundation list too. Estée Lauder oil-free formula provides a natural, matte, and flawless finish that can last you the entire day. On top of being waterproof and transfer-resistant, it has SPF10 sun protection too. While it is suitable for all skin types, it is particularly effective for oily skin.  

Famous beauty vlogger Tati (9.6 million subs and growing) has raved about this foundation and you can check out her review below. It also has been featured as the best foundation for Singapore’s tropical and humid climate on Expat Living and labelled as one of the best long-lasting foundations for all skin types on Honeycombers. Estee Lauder also has this formula in a compact case. Check out the Double Wear Stay in Place Foundation Compact Case.

Why buy this:

• A matte foundation that looks fresh, flawless and natural
• Oil-free and oil-controlling, perfect for oily skin
• Lightweight and comfortable, with 24-hour coverage

Pair this with:

• Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush
• Gently and thoroughly cleanse your makeup with the Perfectly Clean Multi-Action Foam Cleanser/ Purifying Mask
• Dissolve pore-clogging debris with the Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher

3. Bobbi Brown Skin Long-wear Weightless Foundation SPF15 30ml

Best for oily skin & humid conditions

The Bobbi Brown Skin Long-wear Weightless Foundation features a 16-hour, medium to full buildable matte formula that aims to give you the perfect level of coverage. Equipped with light-reflective optic ingredients, the Bobbi Brown foundation aims to endow your skin with a natural, glowing luminosity as it hides imperfections. 

This weightless foundation also delivers SPF15 broad protection. With a silky formula featuring a balanced blend of oil-controlling ingredients, this makes it particularly suitable for oily and combination skin types. YouTube beauty vlogger Jazzi did a 9-hour test and found it to be very pleasant for her acne-prone, oily skin, which indicates the formula’s effectiveness in controlling oil. While we are all concerned about our makeup melting away under the hot sun and intense humidity, you will be pleased to know Female Mag tested it and found it to stand up well to those environments, making it the perfect everyday foundation choice for Singaporeans.

Why buy this:

• Non-oxidising and crease-free
• Contains light-reflective optic ingredients that gives your skin a natural glow
• Provides SPF15 sun protection and defends well against humidity

4. Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation

The cult-favourite

There is no best foundations in Singapore list without the famous Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation by Rihanna. Fenty Beauty has released two formulas for this cult-favourite – soft matt and hydrating. You can watch Manny Mua test out both of them below on an 11-hour wear test! While he found the hydrating to have lesser coverage, it was dewier and more luminous in comparison. The final verdict he gives is a stellar recommendation for both formulas, even if you have oily skin. 

While full coverage foundations can get a bad reputation for being cakey, especially throughout the day, Fenty Beauty seems to have perfected the art of combining both coverage and comfort with their lightweight formula that will not clog your pores. While it comes in a small tube, its high blendability makes a little drop go a long way. Best of all, it lasts the entire day. Her World tested the Fenty Beauty without finishing it off with a setting spray and it hardly budged, showing you that this formula will stand up against sweat and humidity as it claims. With over 50 shades available, this is considered to be one of the most all-inclusive foundations.

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Two formula choices – matte or hydrating
• A perfect blend of coverage and lightweight
• Oil-free and non-comedogenic (does not clog pores)

5. Shiseido Makeup Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation

Best foundation in Singapore for a refreshed look throughout the day

No one enjoys wearing a foundation that weighs heavier like a mask as you go through the day. Iconic of a well-known Japan brand, the Shiseido Makeup Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation utilises ActiveForce™ Technology that blends the formula seamlessly with your skin, for a natural, flawless look. With an active ingredient (wild thyme), it also claims to “self-refresh” throughout the day so you always get a “just-applied” look, even during mid-day. Wild thyme also provides you with antioxidant benefits! 

This weightless foundation provides you with medium coverage that is buildable, making it ideal for those who prefer more light, gentle formulas. If you want more coverage to hide blemishes or imperfections on some days, no problem, just blend and build it up. See how Annie does it here in her review. Moreover, the formula also features SPF30 protection. If you want a foundation that you can just put on and forget about, this is your pick. Another review by Laura on the Shiseido self-refreshing foundation also praises it for not oxidising or changing colour even after setting. I’d recommend this for everyday use, especially for work. Many reviewers have commented on the foundation for being really nice to wear on the skin, and also effective in reducing their pore size visibility.

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Rated 4.4-stars from over 880 reviews
• Provides you with SPF20 protection
• Contains wild thyme, which has antioxidant benefits
• Leaves you with a refreshed look throughout the day

6. Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Fluid Foundation

Best foundation for photoshoots

The Ultra HD Fluid Foundation by Make Up Forever was made for photoshoots. It hides spots, evens out your skin tone and any discolouration to deliver a naturally flawless finish complexion – on and off camera. This foundation has been tested under the latest, super-focused 4K lens, and is cited to be one of the most photogenic foundations you can find. Long-lasting and suitable for all skin types, you can decide to go medium coverage, or build on it for fuller coverage.

Featuring a super smooth and creamy formula, this revolutionary foundation is formulated with hyaluronic spheres to ensure comfortable wear throughout the day. So whether you are having a photoshoot outdoors, or an evening banquet dinner that extends into a party, this foundation will be your best friend.

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Designed for film and TV industry’s high-resolution camera quality
• Highly blendable
• Buildable coverage

7. Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion 15g

Best cushion foundation

If you prefer a cushion foundation, welcome to one of the best cushion foundations you will find in the makeup industry. The Sulwhasoo perfecting cushion is a big hit with many, as it contains tiny, water-infused molecules that provide ample hydration to your skin as you wear it. This miracle cushion foundation contains radiance pearl powder that brightens up tired skin, giving you an instant glow. Best for busy rushed mornings, your makeup routine has now just halved in time. All you need to do is glide this silky product with the powder puff on your face and you are ready to go. The puff is also designed to have tiny microfibres that aid even coverage. Furthermore, its compact case makes it portable and easy for touch-ups. Rated as one of Sephora’s best foundations in Singapore, Shape has also labelled it as one of the best lightweight foundations.

Not only does it provide you fresh-looking coverage over 8 hours and high SPF50 protection, but the formula is also infused with antioxidants that combat ageing. You will find ingredients such as red pine tree which firms up skin and plum blossom extract that prevents premature ageing. With these quality ingredients in the formula, it is no wonder it summons the higher price tag. Check out Liah Yoo’s review of the product below. 

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Gives tired skin an instant glow with SPF50 protection
• Provides a boost of hydration for a youthful  glow
• Contains antioxidants and ingredients that nourish your skin and fight against premature ageing
• Fuss-free application, making touch-ups very easy

8. Maybelline Fit Me Matte+Poreless Foundation with Pump

Popular drugstore foundation with two formula choices

Who said good foundations must always be accompanied by a high price tag? The Maybelline Fit Me Foundation is proof that you can get a pretty solid foundation at an affordable price. On top of that, Maybelline has two formulas for you to choose from – matte and dewy. While both formulas are suitable for all skin types, the matte formula is designed to combat oily skin, containing micro-powders that help to prevent oiliness and reduce the appearance of pores. On the other hand, the dewy counterpart is designed for dry skin in mind, containing ingredients that deliver your skin with a hydrating, healthier glow. If you want fuller coverage, you can opt for the matte formula. It is suited for concealing imperfections like acne scars. 

Maybelline Fit Me Foundation has a 4.5-star rating from over 14,974 ratings on Amazon and is one of the most sold foundations on Amazon. Check out Jazzi’s review below, where she tests out both formulas over a 9-hour period!

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• 2 formula choices – matt or dewy
• Affordable price and great formula

9. L’Oreal Paris Infallible 24hr Fresh Wear Liquid Foundation

Best long-wearing drugstore foundation

L’Oreal’s latest Infallible range has been a bit hit in the makeup industry. Like its name ‘Infallible” suggests, this foundation does not fail you. Promising to be ultra-lightweight and creamy to apply, it aims to deliver you the best demi-matte finish for up to 24-hours. It is developed with innovative oxygen technology for even, streak-free application, and light, comfortable wear.

Highly raved among the beauty industry, it is one of the top picks on Womens Weekly, and is a go-to foundation that many SIA air stewardesses use. Not surprising, considering that it is long-lasting, reliable, and affordable. It also shares qualities that luxury foundations offer, such as budge-proof and waterproof. With 3 oil-absorbers within the formula to resist water and sweat, it is a great option to stand up to Singapore’s crazy humid weather. Rated 4.5 stars by over 36,140 reviews on Google, this foundation is definitely a must-try. Also, be sure to check out beauty guru Tati’s review below, where she puts it to a full day wear test.

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Infalliable – waterproof and transfer-resistant
• Developed with oxygen technology for smooth application and comfortable wear
• Affordable and value for money

Pair it with: 

• L’Oreal Paris Infallible Full Wear Concealer

10. MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 Foundation 30ml 

For an airbrush finish

This is MAC’s most popular foundation in Singapore. The MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 Foundation features an oil-controlling formula that offers a matte finish with medium to full coverage. Designed with all skin types in mind, it applies, blends and builds easily and evenly while at the same time, controlling shine. It helps to cover up imperfections and fine lines and also gives you SPF15 protection to protect your skin. Overall, this is a good foundation to consider if you are seeking an airbrushed look (use brush application for a studio-ready face and remember to prep and moisturise your face prior to application). Additionally, it is effective in minimising pores and evening out your skin texture to give you that smooth, flawless look and finish. Check out Hannah Schroder’s review below. Highly-rated online, it gets 4.5-Stars from over 29,700 reviews on Google. and 4.4-rating from over 16,115 reviews on Influenster.

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Oil-controlling, effective in minimising pores
• Medium buildable coverage
• Non-streaking

11. Benefit Hello Happy Soft Blur

Best lightweight foundation for a ‘blurring’ effect

Well known for their Benefit POREfessional primer and Benefit Brow Set, Benefit has also launched another big-hit with the Benefit Hello Happy Soft Blur Foundation. Designed to give you a light-medium coverage, this foundation is perfect for those quick, fuss-free perk-me-up days when you just casually throw on a pair of jeans and head outdoors for fun. The formula is more “watery”, and it aims to even out your skin tone and blur your imperfections with soft-focus optical blurring spheres. It wants to look like your skin and feel like nothing at all, which sounds like perfection to me. Over 99% of women in their evaluation survey said it felt weightless, 98% breathable and 96% attested to its blurring capabilities!

Packed in a cute box that features a happy face, looking at this product just makes me feel happy. The compact size makes it perfect for travel use, and you can take it anywhere with you in your pocket for a quick touch up. While Benefit is an American brand, I’m surprised to say that this mimics the best-selling Korean beauty foundations that give rise to that iconic flawless “beauty filter” look. Check out Taylor Wynn’s review of the product below! She uses a fair cool shade. Find your shade here.

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Provides sheer-medium coverage
• Delivers a “blurring” filter-like look
• Lightweight, smooth formula provides you with SPF15 protection

12. Clinique Even Better SPF 15 Foundation 30ml

The timeless classic foundation

The Clinique Even Better Glow foundation is a timeless classic that flawlessly airbrushes your skin and boosts its radiance with light-reflecting ingredients. Suitable for all skin types, this lightweight foundation formula contains subtle luminising pigments for that natural glow. The Vitamins C and E in this formula leaves your skin feeling hydrated and nourished throughout the day. If you want to even out your skin tone, or texture, this foundation is a good choice. Without being sticky or oily, it is amazing how it adheres to your skin. It is also non-streaking and non-comedogenic, so you will not run the risk of your pores getting clogged.

Dermatologist and opthalmologist tested, it is suitable for those with sensitive skin. Sephora has rated it as one of the best foundations in Singapore. Watch Mongabong’s YouTube tutorial where she uses the Clinique Even Better Glow foundation to achieve her all-natural, faux glow look! Find your shade here.

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Delivers you an airbrushed look
• Helps to minimise your pores without clogging them
• Vitamins C and E help to nourish your skin
• Luminising ingredients provide you with a radiant, glowy finish

13. Revlon Colorstay SPF 15

A trusted drugstore foundation

The Revlon Colourstay foundation has lined the shelves of drugstores for a very long time, displaying the success of the product. It has received a 4.5-star rating from over 17,90 reviews on Google and has become America’s #1 drugstore foundation. This foundation delivers a lot for its affordable price – medium-full coverage, matte finish and wears up to 24 hours. Furthermore, it is also oil-free and provides broad-spectrum SPF15 coverage. Famous Singaporean blogger and beauty queen Xiaxue included this as the all-time favourite foundation that she used since she was a teenager, which says a lot about this foundation. Suitable for all skin types, this foundation is definitely a must to check out if you are just starting out into the world of makeup!

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• Delivers medium to full coverage
• Made for combo/oily skin
• SPF 15 Broad Spectrum coverage

Pair it with: 

• Prep your face with the Revlon PhotoReady Pore Reducing Primer
• Conceal imperfections with the Revlon PhotoReady Concealer
• Finish up your look with the Revlon Loose Finishing Powder or the Revlon PhotoReady Candid Antioxidant Setting Powder

14. Etude House Double Lasting SPF42

Great foundation for high SPH protection

One of the best foundations in Singapore for SPH protection, Etude House released their Double Lasting Foundation a few years ago but constantly works to improve the formula every 1 to 2 years. The latest update to the formula features SPF42 sun protection, which is much higher compared to other foundations in Singapore. While we are aware that sun damage and pollutants do damage to our skin, some of us are guilty of overlooking the sun protection step. If you do, then this foundation is for you.

It claims a lightweight, magnet-like adherence that allows your foundation coat to stay on in a smooth, powdery fashion – ideal for the Korean dewy makeup-look! You can use a brush to apply it for a more natural, skin-like finish. But, if you really want it to last close to the 24-hours that it claims, you will need to put in much effort to prep your skin well with a primer, and also a setting powder. Even so, do not expect it to match up to the likes of long-lasting foundation champions (Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion and Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place). Other than that, it makes for a pretty nice foundation for its price point. Check out the Etude House Double Lasting Foundation review by The Beauty Breakdown below!

Why buy this foundation in Singapore:

• SPF42
• Magnet-adherence to skin

15. NARS Sheer Glow Foundation 30ml 

Best sheer foundation for dry skin

I know some of you might be wondering… how can the NARS foundation be at the bottom of the list? Well, other than to be “cheeky”, you’ve also answered your own question – everyone knows of the Nars Sheer Glow Foundation. It specialises in giving you sheer coverage with an all-natural finish. While it is suitable for all skin types, the NARS Sheer Glow is great for dry skin.

Enhancing your complexion comes very easy with this, as this glowy, radiant-finish foundation delivers you coverage that immaculately evens the skin tone… so well that you won’t even know that it’s there. On top of coverage and radiance, the NARS sheer glow foundation claims to improve your skin’s brightness and texture with each use daily. Pair it with the NARS Radiant Creamy concealer for a beautiful finished look. Check out Danielle Mansutti’s review of the product below!

I hope that our makeup guide on the 15 Best Foundations in Singapore for All Skin Types has helped you to find the best foundation in Singapore for your makeup pouch. Please share this with your family and friends if you have found it useful. Also, do check out our other buying guides below!