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

All of these products are free from alcohol, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and mineral oil. Fragrance is very common and 2 of the products we mentioned have it.

We choose foundations that are alcohol-free, so you won’t see many popular foundations that are recommended by people (they are at the end of the list).

This hydrating liquid foundation delivers medium coverage for the face and body and leaves a natural makeup look. It should be suitable for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

Pros:

• It provides medium coverage and gives a natural finish.

• It resists heat and humidity.

• It contains squalane and hyaluronic acid which hydrates the skin.

• It is free of parabens, formaldehyde, formaldehyde-releasing agents, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than 1% synthetic fragrance.

Cons:

• It contains fragrance

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua (Water), C9-12 Alkane, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Undecane, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Glycerin, Tridecane, Cellulose, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Lecithin, Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Parfum (Fragrance), Hydroxypropyl Starch, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Benzoate, Squalane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Stearoyl Glutamic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Citric Acid, Isostearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, [+/- Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides)].

This is another liquid foundation that should be suitable for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types. It instantly blurs imperfections, smooths the look of textured skin and pores, and helps conceal blemishes, dark spots, and redness.

Pros:

• It is a vegan formula powered by 70% skincare ingredients and is shown to immediately strengthen and enhance luminosity.

• It is a gentle formula suitable for daily use on most skin types, including sensitive skin.

• It contains Biomimetic oat (improves clarity by reducing the appearance of redness, while helping to soothe and calm the skin), Japanese lilturf (strengthens skin’s barrier), Cacao peptides, and Milk thistle (helps reduce the negative effect of blue light).

• It has photochromic technology that adjusts complexion tone in response to the intensity of light—skin never appears washed out.

• Light Active Micro-Prisms are combined with Polynesian Seawater and Algae Extract to boost skin’s clarity and immerse skin in minerals and moisture. Helps to reflect light by addressing the skin’s luminosity at the surface of the skin, and helping to defend against external factors.

• It is formulated without mineral oil, sulfates, parabens, talc, alcohol, fragrance, phthalates, PEG, and gluten.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

WATER/AQUA/EAU, C9-12 ALKANE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, UNDECANE, TRIDECANE, ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, POLYGLYCERYL-6 POLYRICINOLEATE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIISOSTEARATE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, DIISOSTEARYL MALATE, GLYCERIN, SYNTHETIC WAX, SODIUM CHLORIDE, OPHIOPOGON JAPONICUS ROOT EXTRACT, ASCOPHYLLUM NODOSUM EXTRACT, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) SEED EXTRACT, TURMERIC ROOT EXTRACT, SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM DILAURAMIDOGLUTAMIDE LYSINE, TOCOPHEROL, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROXYPHENYL PROPAMIDOBENZOIC ACID, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, CITRIC ACID, SEA WATER/MARIS AQUA/EAU DE MER, TRISODIUM EDTA, BARIUM SULFATE, ALUMINA, CHLORPHENESIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, [+/-(MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR): IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) · MICA · TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)] ·

This is a lightweight, hydrating liquid foundation that delivers a satin finish and sheer coverage. It is suitable for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

Pros:

• It lasts for 8 hours.

• It is water-proof and non-acnegenic.

• It is instantly hydrating.

• It is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

• It is dermatologist-tested and ophthalmologist-tested.

• It is free from phthalates, parabens, formaldehyde donors, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, triclosan, D&C Yellow No. 11, oxybenzone, and synthetic microbeads 5mm or smaller.

Cons:

• It does contain orange and an essential oil.

What ingredients does it contain?

Ingredients: Water\Aqua\Eau, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Butylene Glycol, Pvp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Phenyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Talc, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange), Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Xanthan Gum, Triethanolamine, Polysorbate 20, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cetyl Alcohol, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci 77288)]  ILN40892.

This is a sheer, liquid foundation that creates a natural finish, evens skin tone, and improves the skin’s brightness and texture when used daily.

Pros:

• It has sheer, buildable coverage and gives a natural finish.

• It is dermatologist-tested and ophthalmologist-tested.

• It is non-acnegenic and non-comedogenic.

• It prevents dryness and ensures all-day hydration with Glycerin.

• It has a blend of Turmeric and vitamin C to correct skin’s dullness and improve texture over time.

• It is paraben-free and alcohol-free.

• It is available in 40 shades for all skin tones.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, WATER/AQUA/EAU, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERIN, DIMETHICONE, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, BIS-BUTYLDIMETHICONE POLYGLYCERYL-3, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, TURMERIC ROOT EXTRACT, PAEONIA ALBIFLORA ROOT EXTRACT, TOCOPHEROL, ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SORBITAN SESQUIISOSTEARATE, SODIUM GLUTAMATE, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, 1-METHYLHYDANTOIN-2-IMIDE, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, POLYSILICONE-2, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, GLUCOSYL HESPERIDIN, CHLORPHENESIN, BENZOIC ACID, PHENOXYETHANOL, [+/- (MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR): IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), IRON OXIDES (CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)].

This is a liquid Foundation that makes everyone’s skin hydrated, plumper, smoother, and brighter making it suitable for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

Pros:

• It is long-lasting with 16HR wear.

• It gives a medium coverage along with hydration and skincare benefits.

• It contains Rose Complex (brightening), Bix’Activ (smooths), Hyalurosmooth (evens), Coconut Extract (plumps), C.T. Defence (prevents pollutant particles from penetrating the skin and strengthens the skin barrier), and Hyaluronic Acid (hydration).

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA/WATER/EAU, PYRUS MALUS (APPLE) FRUIT WATER, DIMETHICONE, OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE, CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE, MICA, HYDROGENATED ETHYLHEXYL OLIVATE, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, LAUROYL LYSINE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, HYDROGENATED OLIVE OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, SODIUM GLUCONATE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, MALTODEXTRIN, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, BIXA ORELLANA SEED EXTRACT, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CASSIA ANGUSTIFOLIA SEED POLYSACCHARIDE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) FRUIT EXTRACT, ROSA DAMASCENA (ROSE) FLOWER OIL, ROSA DAMASCENA (ROSE) FLOWER WATER, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-t-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, [+/- TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)].

This is a foundation infused with pigmented micro-droplets. It provides light-to-medium coverage that conceals imperfections, evens skin tone, and adds luminosity for a natural finish.

Pros:

• It features moisturizing ingredients for protection and up to 12 hours of hydration.

• You can also get a brush designed for targeted application as well as on-the-go touch-ups throughout the day.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA (WATER), CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, HEXYL LAURATE, GLYCERIN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, DIGLYCERIN, JASMINE STEM EXTRACT, CASTOR OIL/IPDI COPOLYMER, AMODIMETHICONE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, CHLORPHENESIN, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CARBOMER, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, POLYGLYCERIN-3, SODIUM LAUROYL GLUTAMATE, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, PROPANEDIOL, TAMARINDUS INDICA SEED GUM, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, LYSINE, MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE, ALCALIGENES POLYSACCHARIDES, GLUCOSE, CITRIC ACID, [+ / – (MAY CONTAIN) | CI 77007 (ULTRAMARINES) | CI 77491, | CI 77492, | CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) | CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) | MICA] | IL65A-I.

This is a 4 in 1 foundation that can be used as a foundation, concealer, skincare, or long-wear.

Pros:

• 4 benefits in 1: Foundation, concealer, skincare, and longwear.

• It conceals blemishes, dark spots, and imperfections.

• It won’t settle into fine lines & wrinkles.

• The skincare-infused formula helps to conceal redness and discoloration, blemishes, and skin imperfections.

• It contains lingonberry extract (protects skin from damage caused by blue light), polysaccharide film (provides a protective barrier to shield skin from environmental stressors, like pollution), PÜR’s proprietary ceretin complex (an encapsulated blend of lactic acid, retinol, shea butter, and ceramide to gently improve the look of skin tone and texture while helping to diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles), green tea, ginseng, and vitamin B.

• It is paraben-free, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, CAPRYLYL METHICONE, CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, DIPHENYLSILOXY PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, DIMETHICONE, CERAMIDE AP, RETINOL, LACTIC ACID, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER EXTRACT, SODIUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS (GREEN TEA) LEAF EXTRACT, PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT, PANTHENOL, VACCINIUM VITIS-IDAEA (LINGONBERRY) FRUIT EXTRACT, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, COFFEA ARABICA (COFFEE) SEED EXTRACT, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN EXTRACT, LAUROYL LYSINE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL, TUBER MELANOSPORUM EXTRACT, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) FRUIT EXTRACT, CALCIUM GLUCONATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, GLYCERIN, TRIETHYL CITRATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, DISODIUM EDTA, CITRIC ACID, XANTHAN GUM, GLUCONOLACTONE, SODIUM BENZOATE, 1, 2-HEXANEDIOL, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-4. MAY CONTAIN [+/-]: TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, 77492, 77499).

A medium coverage SPF treatment foundation with a natural, dreamy finish that instantly blends like a second skin to blur, visibly smooth texture + minimizes pores.

It contains various skincare ingredients that can be beneficial for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

Pros:

• It contains hyaluronic acid, caffeine, niacinamide, peptides, squalane, Vitamin B5, arnica, and artemisia flower extract is clinically proven to hydrate, brighten, soothe, plump, and protect.

• It is dermatologist-tested, non-acnegenic, hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, and safe for sensitive skin.

• It offers SPF 25 broad-spectrum UV protection.

Cons:

• None.

Protects

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide (7.5%).

Inactive Ingredients: Water, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Octyldodecanol, Undecane, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Glycerin, Mica, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Galactoarabinan, Tridecane, Propanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Panthenol, Squalane, Caffeine, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Ethyl Ferulate, Sodium Gluconate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Maltodextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Phenethyl Alcohol [May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)].

This is a moisturizing liquid foundation that provides coverage + care along with skincare benefits.

Pros:

• It provides medium to full coverage and 12 hours of flawless radiance.

• It is infused with our IonCharged Water Complex (hydrating), plus probiotic technology (soothing) and chia-seed extract (nourishing).

• It is free of parabens, phthalates, drying alcohol, and mineral oil.

• It provides SPF 45 broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection.

• It comes in 28 shades.

• It is dermatologist-tested, ophthalmologist-tested, non-acnegenic, and non-comedogenic.

Cons:

• It contains chemical filters that might cause irritation for some people.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Ensulizole 2.7%, Octinoxate 6.7%, Octisalate 4.5%, Zinc Oxide 3.8%

Inactive Ingredients: Water\Aqua\Eau, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Hdi/Ppg/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate/Dimethiconol Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Polysilicone-11, Hexyl Laurate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Lactobacillus Ferment, Cucumber Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract, Sunflower Seedcake, Algae Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil, Caffeine, Jojoba Esters, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Balsam Copaiba Resin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Lecithin, Trehalose, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Phospholipids, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethyl Citrate, Laureth-7, Linoleic Acid, Methicone, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Silica, Barley Extract\Extrait D’Orge, Tocopherol, Palmitic Acid, Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides, Stearic Acid, Oleic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Polysorbate 80, Polysorbate 20, Behenyl Alcohol, Triolein, Betaine, Fragrance, Disodium Edta, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Potassium Sorbate, [+/- Mica, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)] <ILN47153>.

A liquid foundation that provides medium coverage with a dewy-radiant finish. It is suitable for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

Pros:

• It provides medium coverage with a dewy-radiant finish.

• It contains encapsulated maracuja spheres that create natural dewiness for firmer, brighter, smoother-looking skin.

• It also contains 10+ superfruits and hyaluronic acid for hydration.

• It has a weightless tint that reflects light to blur the look of pores & lines for 16 hours.

• It is waterproof and dermatologist-tested.

• It is formulated without parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate, and gluten.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

 Water/Aqua/Eau, C15-19 alkane, isoamyl laurate, mica, glycerin, propanediol, squalane, cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 dimethicone, polydecene, hydrogenated styrene/isoprene copolymer, sodium chloride, caprylic/capric triglyceride, passiflora edulis seed oil, passiflora incarnata fruit extract, hoya lacunosa flower extract, sodium hyaluronate, grape seed oil, watermelon fruit extract, lemon fruit extract, euterpe oleracea fruit extract, strawberry fruit extract, lycium barbarum fruit extract, acerola fruit extract, peach fruit extract, punica granatum fruit extract, blueberryfruit extract, cranberry fruit extract, tocopherol, tocopheryl acetate, disteardimonium hectorite, hydroxyacetophenone, polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, cetyl dimethicone/bis-vinyldimethicone crosspolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, triethoxycaprylylsilane, tin oxide, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, titanium dioxide (CI 77891), iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

• Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 20

• Dior Forever Skin Glow Foundation SPF 15

• L’Oréal True Match Serum Tint and Foundation

• Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear

• Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Glow Foundation

• Make Up For Ever HD Skin

• YSL Beauty Touche Eclat Le Teint foundation

We recommend going with DIOR Backstage Face & Body Foundation, Nars Light Reflecting Foundation, Mac Face & Body Foundation, Nars Sheer Glow Foundation, or the Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin: Hydrating Foundation. All of them provide medium to full coverage and enough hydration.