Stubborn pigmentations here and there in the face can be a huge confidence dampener, and we understand why! And that's why we have curated this list of best foundations to cover dark spots, blemishes, and acne marks so that you have nothing to flaunt but radiant skin only! These products are masterfully curated with powerful and effective ingredients to give you the coveted result that you have been looking for so long! They are ideally packed with high pigments so that you can get the finish with just one swipe.

However, if you want further smooth coverage, you can always layer it up, thanks to the creamy buildable formula that promises to not budge and cake up your makeup look. Through our practical knowledge, it is safe to claim that these products are equipped with a texture that doesn't add weight to your skin while giving you a luminous finish! Scroll down below to find out more about the products.

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  Contains SPF 50+

  it YOUR SKIN BUT BETTER CC+ Cream

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The full-coverage CC+ cream by IT Cosmetics comes with an SPF of 50+ that promises to protect your skin from the sun while making sure you get the desired dewy finish to look your absolute best! Infused with hyaluronic acid, the hydrating cream also provides an anti-aging treatment as it stays on your skin for a long time. Other than that, the CC cream also includes revolutionary Ingredients like vitamin E and niacinamide that promote even-toned nourished skin. In short, the multitasking foundation can be your savior to get healthy skin while covering dark spots at the same time.

 

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Versatile Application

Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Cream Makeup

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The fact that Elizabeth Arden's cream foundation also functions as a concealer to effectively cover pigmentation makes it ideal to cover dark spots. To achieve this, one needs to first apply this product all over the face and neck with a damp beauty blender. Then, using a dry one, top your skin up with another layer to set the base and blur out imperfections. Customers love this product for its creamy consistency, which is very satisfying to apply. Plus, it contains micronized diamond powder, which reflects light and gives your skin a radiant glow that one cannot take their eyes off! 

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M. Asam MAGIC FINISH Make-up Mousse

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The makeup mousse from M. Asam has the power to make miracles come true! The brand boasts of providing you with a 4-in-1 formula having the goodness of primer, foundation, concealer, and powder altogether. Addedly, it has a light consistency that feels like a feather on your skin, to say the least. The brand brags about the seamless blending that the product provides while covering all the redness, darkness, wrinkles, and large pores. Last but not least, the makeup mousse is free of talc, paraben, phthalates, and other nasty ingredients to ensure a better natural formula.

 

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Non-comedogenic

DERMABLEND PROFESSIONAL Cover Crème

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Dermablend comes with a dermatologically-tested formula that is tested for safety to sensitive skin. It provides flawless coverage thanks to the high-pigmented texture that also blends seamlessly without leaving a flaky residue. Addedly, the brand claims the pigmentation makeup lasts for more than 16 hours when it is correctly set with the same range of setting powder. Last but not least, the non-comedogenic product is transfer proof which helps in covering the dark spots for a long long time. 

 

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24 Hours Coverage

L’Oréal Paris INFALLIBLE TOTAL COVER FOUNDATION

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Paint your face like a canvas with the help of this Total Cover Foundation by L’Oréal Paris which is formulated with high-loaded pigments that ensure total coverage with a lightweight finish when you apply the product. Enriched with Alliagel, the formula glides like butter over your skin to give a second-skin-like finish for flawless makeup. The best part? It stays for up to 24 hours without moving from the place. So, why wait? Grab it now!

 

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Brightens Skin Tone

LAURA GELLER Baked Balance-N-Glow Illuminating Foundation

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The Baked Foundation from Laura Geller comes with a pearl finish that masterfully covers all the pigmentation and dark spots to bestow you with the skin of your dreams. This is one of the best foundations to cover dark spots and give you the radiant and youthful glow that you have been yearning for, thanks to the vitamin C-infused formula. Addedly, the airy baked foundation is weightless and feels like a feather when you build the foundation for desired coverage. Isn't it great? Grab it now!

 

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Fights Free Radicals

MINERAL FUSION Pressed Powder Foundation

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The pressed powder foundation from Mineral Fusion is a blessing in disguise for people with oily and pigmented skin. With age-defying antioxidants, the multitasker is loaded with soothing properties to blur the pores and hide all the imperfections you are dealing with. Addedly, it minimizes the shine by imparting a long-lasting matte finish. Furthermore, the makeup product is enriched with licorice root, pomegranate, and vitamin C & E which helps in fighting free radicals and promoting skin radiance. You know you need it!

 

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Editor's Choice

Estée Lauder Double Wear Maximum Cover

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The Double Wear Maximum Cover foundation from Estée Lauder is hailed for the premium formula that covers all the imperfections in just one swipe. It is hailed by influencers around the world for giving full coverage and camouflaging all the dark spots, pigmentations, and patches while shielding the skin with an SPF 15 formula. Addedly, spot coverage makeup works wonders on acne-prone skin and promises to stay on the skin for the longest possible time. Keep your skin healthy and youthful with the help of this foundation.

 

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Contains SPF 20

COVERGIRL VITALIST HEALTHY ELIXIR Foundation

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The Covergirl Vitalist foundation is infused with healthy vitamins like E, B3, and B5. It imparts a healthy glow to your face while covering all the dark patches and hyperpigmentation with its powerful formula. Addedly, the foundation also gives you full coverage to hide all the spots and blemishes with just one swipe. The lightweight texture feels like feather on your skin without appearing greasy or shiny, thanks to the oil-free formula that the brand boasts of. Plus point? It suits all skin tones including sensitive people!

 

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Cruelty-free

Kat Von D Lock-it Tattoo Foundation

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The best part about Kat Von D products is that they are vegan-friendly and cruelty-free which is a boon to the mindful makeup users. Infused with high-pigmented formula, the tattoo foundation gives you exceptional coverage that you would not regret applying on blemish-prone skin. Addedly, it has a lightweight texture that feels weightless over the skin and stays for the longest possible time. Our findings show that the foundation is excellent to hide the dark spots effectively without leaving any residue behind.

 

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Lifts the Skin

LANCÔME Rénergie LIFT MAKEUP Foundation

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The French brand provides you with an unparalleled finish thanks to the stellar formula that not only covers all the blemishes but also keeps your skin hydrated for up to 12 hours. Addedly, the innovative and re-formulated texture makes your skin appear lifted while imparting a luminous finish. Infused with key ingredients like vitamin E, and caffeine, the foundation visibly smoothens the wrinkles and fine lines at the same time. How cool is that!

 

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COVER FX POWER PLAY FOUNDATION

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The Cover FX Power Play foundation comes with a non-comedogenic formula that works best on oily skin. It has a lightweight matte texture that cancels out all the shine and unwanted oiliness. Addedly, the foundation is loaded with fermented algae extract that protects the skin against free radicals while giving you the full coverage finish(1). Last but not least, the brand claims to deliver you with a weightless formula that is transfer-proof, waterproof, and sweatproof at the same time. 

 

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tarte AMAZONIAN Clay 16-hour Full Coverage Foundation

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The Amazonian Clay Foundation from Tarte is indeed one of the most popular products in the market! With an array of shades, the brand comes with an oil-free formula that stays on the surface for more than 16 hours. Addedly, it works best as a hyperpigmentation foundation for giving the desired coverage with just one swipe. The whipped mousse-like texture blends seamlessly over the skin covering all the imperfections. Furthermore, it also covers all the fine lines and wrinkles helping you appear healthy and radiant.

 

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CLINIQUE beyond perfecting foundation + concealer

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Clinique has come up with a powerful foundation that will make you ditch your regular concealer for the perfect and unbelievable finish. It has a lightweight texture that blends seamlessly over the skin without leaving a residue. Not only just that, the long-lasting foundation stays all day in place even if you sweat or splash water on your face. The rich pigments flawlessly cover the targeted area without clogging pores. C'mon you know you want to snag it!

 

Now that you have checked the products, take a look at how you can pick the best one for you–

 

Below are a few points to remember before picking the product—

a) Formula- Well, it mostly depends on the skin type. If you have a dry skin type, you should pick a hydrating formula that will keep your skin moisturized throughout the day. Similarly, people with oily skin types should use a non-comedogenic product and skip a product with higher oil content.

b) Coverage- To hide the dark spots, your foundation must have a high coverage that will camouflage all the imperfections in a jiffy! Make sure, your product is also buildable so that you can reapply for another coat even if the foundation gives you medium coverage until you get the desired finish. Cream foundation is mostly desired for dry skin, while powder or stick foundation works best for oily skin as they give a natural matte finish. On the other hand, liquid foundation is best for people with combination skin as it maintains the oiliness while leaving the skin looking dewy and nourished.

c) Texture- Make sure the foundation you've picked has a lightweight texture that doesn't add additional weight to your face. High-coverage foundations tend to look patchy if they are not blendable and don't have the correct texture.

d) Skin Tone- You must pick the perfect foundation shade that exactly matches your skin tone so that you don't end up looking unnatural. Make sure your foundation also matches your neck color.

e) Undertone- Before picking your foundation, knowing your undertone is the most important thing. The quickest way to find out your undertone is to go outside under the sun and check your veins. If they appear blue, you have a cool undertone, if they appear greenish, you have a warm undertone. And if they appear somewhere between blue and green, you may have a neutral undertone. Pick your foundation keeping in mind your skin shade and undertone.

Now, it is time to know how you can use the foundation effectively to cover the dark spots—

 

Here's how you can do it—

 

a) First thing first, to minimize the appearance of your dark spots, you need to follow a good skincare routine prescribed by your dermatologists since pigmentation can be caused by many factors like hormonal imbalance, poor lifestyle, smoking, sun exposure, environmental aggressors, etc.

 

b) Before you start with the foundation, make sure you have a smooth canvas to begin with. Thus, following CTM aka cleansing, toning, and moisturizing is important. You can also exfoliate your face after cleansing it to get a smooth surface. However, make sure that you exfoliate your skin once or twice a week, as doing it more frequently may cause skin irritation and dryness.

 

c) Now, take a blurring primer and apply it to the targeted areas. If your pigmentation is too high, a tinted primer works wonders as it works as another layer that coats the dark spots.

 

d) Now, take a color corrector and apply it over the dark patches and blend it well. Keep in mind, pigmentation has a purple undertone, thus, to cancel it out, you need an orange or peach color corrector. To sum it up, if you have a fair to medium skin tone, go for a peach color corrector, for a medium to dark skin tone, an orange color corrector works best. 

e) If you have severe dark patches and things are still not looking good, fret not, we have got your covered. Take a concealer that exactly matches your skin tone or which is one shade darker than your skin tone, apply it all over the dark patches, and blend it well.

f) After you are done with these steps, take your foundation and apply it in a dotted manner all over the face to ensure an even application. Always apply your foundation with outward strokes from your face to ensure an even coverage and to make things look natural.

g) After you are done, do not forget to apply a setting powder followed by a setting spray to lock everything in. Finish the rest of the face as desired, and voila, you are good to go!

So, we think, you have a clear picture of how and which product to pick in this case. These best foundations to cover dark spots can be your doorway to get a flawless appearance without trying much. They are fully equipped with high pigmentation that is required to help you camouflage all the imperfections. As indicated by our tests, they are worth all the hype in the market for a reason. So, don't give it a second thought before grabbing one!