In this post, we will be talking about the best cream foundations for dry, sensitive, and dehydrated skin types.

All of these products are sulfates, parabens, phthalates, and other harmful ingredients.

This is a cream foundation from Laura Geller that should be suitable for dry, sensitive, and dehydrated skin types.

Pros:

• It is creamy and non-drying.

• It is formulated with vitamin E and evening primrose oil for all-day moisture, and algae extract for protection from age spots and sun damage.

• It is free from talc, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, sulfates, and gluten.

• It contains shades of porcelain, light, medium, olive, and deep skin tones.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

DIMETHICONE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, TRIBEHENIN, HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE CERA, DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, HDI/TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, SILICA, OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, TOCOPHEROL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, SILICA SILYLATE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, PHAEODACTYLUM TRICORNUTUM EXTRACT. MAY CONTAIN: IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOZIDE (CI 77891).

This is another cream foundation that should be suitable for dry, sensitive, and dehydrated skin types.

Pros:

• It gives a luminous, dewy finish and provides medium to full coverage.

• It smooths, nourishes, and blurs imperfections.

• This formula contains beauty oil for hydration that helps smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Silica boosts coverage of dark spots and redness.

• It also contains wild-crafted buriti oil, organic coconut oil, and the RMS signature adaptogenic herbal blend that nourishes and calms skin.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Jojoba Seed Oil, Castor Seed Oil, Meadowfoam Seed Oil, Beeswax, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Coconut Oil, Lauroyl Lysine, Silica, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Tocopherol (non-GMO), Mauritia Buriti Fruit Oil, Herbs Infused in Jojoba Seed Oil, St. John’s Wort, Horsetail, Marigold, Country Sarsaparilla, Turmeric, Ashwagandha, Licorice, Olive Leaf. May Contain [+/-]: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

This is a cream foundation that provides an even complexion + strengthened skin barrier making it suitable for dry, sensitive, and dehydrated skin types.

Pros:

• It provides coverage for up to 16 hours of consistent smudge and transfer-resistant color wear.

• This balm moisturizes and strengthens skin barrier repair function while covering a variety of skin conditions like scars, hyperpigmentation, birthmarks, burns, lupus, vitiligo and more.​​

• It glides on evenly with a soft, and smooth finish.

• It is never cakey.

• It provides broad-spectrum SPF 30+ for protection from UVA + UVB rays.

• It is free from parabens, phthalates, triclosan, and sodium lauryl sulfate.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 3%

Inactive ingredients: Mineral Oil, Talc, Synthetic Beeswax, Isopropyl Palmitate, Kaolin, Barium Sulfate, Magnesium Carbonate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Microcrystalline Wax, Allantoin, Lauroyl Lysine

Adorn’s Cream Mineral Foundation works on all skin types, especially dry and dehydrated skin, and has buildable coverage that feels light. The finish is dewy and will not crack or cake. Instead, it moves with your skin and can help minimize fine lines and wrinkles.

Pros:

• It provides lightweight full coverage.

• It is infused with vitamins A, D & E.

• It is anti-inflammatory & calms redness.

• It can be used for sensitive skin.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Corn Starch Modified, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Kaolin (and) Quartz, Candelilla Wax, Carnauba Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Glycerin, Tocopherol (Natural Vitamin E). May contain (+/-) Mica (CI 77019), Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Ultramarines (CI 77007), Tin Dioxide (CI 778161).

This cream foundation is lightweight and provides full coverage with the help of a high concentration of super-fine pigments. This allows a tiny amount of foundation to cover difficult skin issues, without needing a separate concealer.

As the foundation is applied, it spreads into a fine layer and blends into the skin, smoothing skin tone and covering imperfections. Light-scattering ingredients make the makeup and even fine lines disappear, even under harsh lighting.

Pros:

• It gives a matte finish.

• It provides excellent coverage without drying the delicate skin beneath.

• It contains no silicones or fragrances. The formula is soft and gentle enough for the most sensitive skin. Many people with sensitive skin swear by this foundation because it is the only one that won’t cause breakouts or other irritations.

• It has a range of colors that cater to both the darkest and lightest skin tones, as well as everything in between.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyl Palmitate(Ethylhexyl Palmitate), Copernicia Cerifera(Carnauba)Wax, Petrolatum, Lanolin Oil, Beeswax, Ozokerite, Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol, Talc, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Ethyhexylglycerin, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxide Black (CI 77499), Iron Oxide Red (CI 77491), Iron Oxide Yellow (CI 77492), Ultramarines (CI 77007).

This is more like a balm than a cream foundation but is perfect to use for normal to dry skin types.

Pros:

• It provides a natural finish.

• It instantly covers everything from blemishes to discoloration to tattoos.

• It is infused with apple extract and sodium hyaluronate to help nourish and hydrate skin.

• It is non-comedogenic.

Cons:

• Does contain alcohols.

What ingredients does it contain?

Triethylhexanoin, Octyldodecanol, Silica, Dimethicone, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Mica, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isostearyl Alcohol, Oleyl Alcohol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Apple Fruit Extract, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysilicone-11, Aqua/Water/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Safflower Seed Oil, Hexylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Pca, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Pca, Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment, Potassium Sorbate, Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, Hyaluronic Acid, Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment, Silanetriol, Citric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

This is a foundation that provides high coverage to the skin.

Pros:

• It offers high coverage that blends to conceal darkness and redness with a natural-looking skin-like finish.

• It is mineral oil-free and enriched with moisturizers.

• It gives a natural finish.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isoamyl Laurate, Octyldodecanol, Squalane, Synthetic Wax, Cellulose, Kaolin, Calcium Carbonate, Sunflower Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Tribehenin, Magnesium Carbonate, Silica Silylate, Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera / Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables. May Contain / Peut Contenir (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090).

This is a stick cream foundation that provides medium to full coverage and is suitable for combination to dry skin.

Pros:

• The creamy texture blends in with the skin to minimize imperfections and gives a natural finish.

• It provides medium to full coverage.

Cons:

• Does contains fragrance.

What ingredients does it contain?

ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, DIPENTAERYTHRITYL HEXAHYDROXYSTEARATE/HEXASTEARATE/HEXAROSINATE, SYNTHETIC WAX, POLYGLYCERYL-2 TRIISOSTEARATE, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, SORBITAN SESQUIISOSTEARATE, METHICONE, DIMETHICONE, CARNAUBA WAX, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ALUMINA, TOCOPHEROL, PROPANEDIOL, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), SUCROSE PALMITATE, BENZYL BENZOATE, EVODIA RUTAECARPA FRUIT EXTRACT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, GLYCERYL LINOLEATE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, TIN OXIDE, BHT, [+/- : CI 19140 (YELLOW 5, YELLOW 5 LAKE), CI 42090 (BLUE 1 LAKE), CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES), CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) •]. 09394/A.

This is another balm that offers medium-lasting coverage.

Pros:

• It has a dewy finish and provides lasting hydration.

• It contains ingredients like pomegranate, jojoba, & grape seed oils.

• It does not contain talc, fragrance, or mineral oil and is non-comedogenic.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Candelilla Wax, Kaolin Clay, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Grape Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Pomegranate Seed Oil, Safflower Seed Oil, Propylene Carbonate, Phenoxyethanol. May Contain: Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499.)

This is an emollient-based, full-coverage M∙A∙C foundation that provides opaque coverage and covers most scars, blemishes, and birthmarks.

Pros:

• It lasts for 24 hours.

• It is non-creasing, water-resistant, and non-acnegenic.

• It does not contain phthalates, parabens, formaldehyde, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, triclosan, D&C yellow no. 11, oxybenzone, or synthetic microbeads 5mm or smaller.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Octyldodecanol, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Synthetic Beeswax, Polyethylene, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Microcrystalline Wax\Cera Microcristallina\Cire Microcristalline, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Pvp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Blue 1 (Ci 42090), Carmine (Ci 75470), Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci 77288), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 7 (Ci 15850), Red 28 (Ci 45410), Red 30 (Ci 73360), Red 33 (Ci 17200), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140)]  ILN40286.

All of these products will be suitable for you as they are free from harmful and irritating ingredients.

• B:
  • Bobbi Brown Stick Foundation
  • Bobbi Brown Oil Free Foundation
  • Bobbi Brown Extra Repair Foundation
  • Ben Nye Cream Foundations

• C:
  • Cle de Peau Radiant Cream Foundation 
  • Charlotte Tilbury’s Beautiful Skin

• H:
  • Honest Beauty Everything Cream Foundation

• J:
  • Jouer Cosmetics Essential Crème Foundation

• K:
  • Kjær Weis Cream Foundation
  • Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer
  • KETT Cream Foundation

• L:
  • Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation
  • Larua Mercier Creme Smooth Foundation

• M:
  • Mango People Cream Foundation
  • Mehorn Celebre HD Cream Foundation
  • Milani Conceal + Perfect Smooth Finish Cream-To-Powder Foundation
  • MAC Studio Tech Foundation
  • MAC Mineralize Cream Foundation
  • Makeup Atelier Paris Gel Foundation
  • MAQPRO Foundation Palette
  • MUD Cream Foundation

• R:
  • RCMA Foundation

• S:
  • Suqqu Cream Foundation
  • Silk Naturals Cool HD Cream Foundation

• W:
  • Westman Atelier Vital Skin Foundation Stick