The 8 Best Full-Coverage Drugstore Foundations, According to Makeup Artists

Full-coverage foundation sometimes gets a bad rap for feeling too thick or cakey on your skin, but in reality there are myriad options on the market that not only defy those preconceptions, but they also offer long-wearing finishes that can conceal just about anything. You don't have to spend a fortune at Sephora or your local department store, either. Believe it or not, the drugstore is a wellspring of excellent base makeup, many of which offer amazing coverage and none of the downsides that often steer people clear. For instance, legacy brands like Revlon, L'Oréal Paris, and Maybelline New York all offer full-coverage foundation formulas that have earned praise and a loyal following from not only beauty editors and bloggers, but from professional makeup artists, too. (In fact, one makeup artist says their favorite is on par with the expensive options in their kit.) Case in point: Don't knock 'em until you've tried 'em. Give your wallet a break with these affordable full-coverage foundations that have been vetted by industry pros — all of which you can find at your drugstore.