The world of drugstore foundations is one that is sometimes difficult to maneuver. One long-lost-favorite foundation that I have recently re-discovered is the Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup. Believe it or not, this foundation was the first one I ever remember trying, since my mom used it.
Neutrogena Healthy Skin foundation contains a blend of antioxidants and SPF 20 to nourish your skin while wearing makeup. I seem to recall earlier formulas of this makeup containing salicylic acid, but that is nowhere to be seen in the ingredients list. The makeup is extremely lightweight. With the foundation actually being rather runny, you’d be surprised at the level of coverage this provides: full coverage, all while looking as natural as can be. Even when built up for extra coverage, Healthy Skin never looks cakey. It sets rather matte, but isn’t drying.
This is the one foundation I feel is OK to wear when I’m experiencing breakouts. I don’t feel like I’m suffocating my skin or adding flame to the fire. Usually I feel guilty about applying makeup over problem areas, but with the Healthy Skin foundation, I can get the coverage I need while knowing it’s doing good for my skin with its antioxidants.
The downside to this foundation is the packaging. Like many other drugstore foundations, there is no pump dispenser, or any dispenser, on the bottle. This poses a problem for me because of the runny consistency. It’s hard to get just the right amount out of the bottle at once, since a lot comes gushing out of the wide mouth at once.
Neutrogena sent me three shades to try: Buff, Soft Beige and Medium Beige. Unfortunately, Buff was too light for me and Soft & Medium Beige were too pink-toned. I ran out and got the shade Natural Beige, which was a perfect match for my neutral skin tone.
Neutrogena’s Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup is one of the more pricey drugstore foundations, costing almost $13 at my local Rite Aid. You get 1 fl oz of product which, if memory serves me right, can last me anywhere between 4-6 months.
Available in 12 shades at Walmart and drugstores everywhere, $12-13.
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Have you tried Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup lately?
I think it’s great that Neutrogena foundation has sunscreen in it. I just got a foundation in my ipsy bag that I love, but no sunscreen so I have to wear it separately which I hate. Agree with you on the need for a pump with a runny formula. The swatches were great. I may have to check out buff.
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Thanks Allison, I hope this works out for you!
Due to the lack of darker shades, I’ve never tried them. Thanks for the review!
Heisenglossy recently posted..Nicole By OPI Carrie Underwood Swatches And Review
I’ve heard so much good about this foundation. I have to try to find a match!
Sheila (Painted Ladies) recently posted..222/365 Days of Makeup IV
Healthy Skin is my favorite foundation, period!
Laura MyNewestAddiction recently posted..Stila In The Light Get Ready With Me Tutorial
I haven’t tried this one yet, thanks for the sxwatches!
Ange recently posted..All That Glitters-Metallic Fashion Trends
Neutrogena has been off my radar so it’s nice to be reminded again with your review!
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I love neutrogena products! Great review!
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I have tried these a few times, I think they are pretty good for over the counter….but it is soo hard to find the right shade.