Non-Toxic, Clean Foundations for All Skin Types

Non-toxic, clean foundations are an item that everyone needs in their beauty bag! Foundation is an everyday item, so it should be a must-have clean beauty product. Therefore, products like foundation, that sit on your skin for long periods of time, should be worry and toxic free!

For me, it took some trial and error to find the right shade and consistency for a natural foundation. With that said, this article is meant to save you time and money with no headache! Keep reading to find the perfect non-toxic foundation that is right for you! 

What is a non-toxic, Clean foundation? 

If you are new to the clean beauty world, I totally understand that it can be overwhelming. So many chemicals, so little time.. right? The key to navigating is to have an understanding of which chemicals are “no-no’s” and which to use sparingly.

As mentioned above, foundation is usually worn everyday, but it also sits on the skin for long periods of time. When it comes to non-toxic, clean foundations, you should steer clear of the “no-no” ingredients as much as possible. For more about these ingredients, check out this post, and sign up for newsletter to receive your own clean beauty ingredient guide!

Top Websites/Apps to Find clean beauty

Just in case, if you are shopping and can’t remember which ingredients are harmful, try these easy-to-use apps/websites. They will be your own personal, clean beauty navigator! This list also works great to see how your current foundations stack up against natural foundations.

EWG Skin Deep: This website is unmatched for its in-depth knowledge and product recommendations. EWG has a search tool where you can locate products or ingredients. It also has its own “EWG verified” selections that you know you can trust when it comes to clean beauty!

Think Dirty: Think Dirty is a free app that is the holy grail of clean beauty apps. It offers a search tool for a large range of products, and describes each of the ingredients. No more guess work when trying to find the perfect natural ingredient blend. 

The Goodface Project: This one is unique because they have both a great website and app! On the website, you can search products, brands etc., but they also have a very insightful blog. For the app, it is a great search tool, but they also have a community tab. In the community tab, you can see how other people rate products or ask questions. 

Credo Beauty and Safe&Chic: Once you have done your research, these online retailers are an amazing marketplace to make your purchases! They have a large selection and likely to find clean beauty products at a cheaper price.

Top 10 Non-Toxic, Clean Foundations

1. Ilia True skin serum Foundation

4. CRUNCHI FOUNDATION

Price: $50

Formula: Liquid, High-pigmented

Coverage: Medium Coverage, buildable

Final Verdict: This non-toxic, clean foundation provides a flawless “satin to semi-matte” finish. Even the online reviews had 100% of study participants say their skin felt smoother and more radiant. You won’t want to go back to your chemical foundations after you have enjoyed the benefits of Crunchi’s ingredients.

5. HONEST BEAUTY CCC CLEAN CORRECTIVE TINTED MOISTURIZER

Price: $21.99

Formula: Liquid, Moisturizer with SPF

Coverage: Light coverage, buildable

Final Verdict: Now I know foundation isn’t for everyone, so I wanted to add a tinted moisturizer that gives great coverage! This clean tinted moisturizer gives you the benefits of skincare and makeup all in one step. Plus it’s a non-comedogenic formula which means it won’t clog your pores– yay!

6. LAWLESS FOUNDATION

Price: $46

Formula: Liquid, Non-comedogenic

Coverage: Full Coverage

Final Verdict: A foundation that won’t clog pores, but still provides full coverage! This formula is nourishing and long-wearing which makes it the perfect addition to your makeup bag. This natural foundation also has 17 shades (!!) which is almost unheard of for a clean foundation.

7. FITGLOW BEAUTY VITA ACTIVE FOUNDATION

Price: $55

Formula: Liquid, plant-based

Coverage: Light Coverage

Final Verdict: If I remember correctly, this was my first clean beauty foundation that I tried! It is a great for people that want light coverage paired with a flawless finish. This foundation has organic ingredients and includes Hyaluronic Acid, and Beta-Carotene which increases collagen production. Not only non-toxic ingredients, but also ingredients that help your skin!

8. KOSAS TINTED FACE OIL FOUNDATION

Price: $42

Formula: Liquid, Dewy-finish

Coverage: Light coverage

Final Verdict: Kosas’s non-toxic, clean foundation is a unique blend of seed oils that give skin a dewy finish. With 16 shades, it allows you to find your most perfect shade. If you want more of a matte look, it works well combined with some translucent powder. In their study, they also claimed that 100% of participants stated it blurred imperfections and brightened skin.

9. W3LL PEOPLE BIO TINT MULTI-ACTION MOISTURIZER SPF 30

Price: $30

Formula: Liquid, cream-like moisturizer

Coverage: Sheer/ Light Coverage

Final Verdict: Had to add one more tinted moisturizer to the list from W3ll People! This natural tinted moisturizer provides a dewy-finish that’s hydrating and lightweight. Also made with SPF which allows for less makeup steps in one product. It is vegan and sustainable which makes it a no-brainer option.

10. INIKA CERTIFIED ORGANIC LIQUID FOUNDATION

Price: $49

Formula: Liquid

Coverage: Light to Medium Coverage, buildable

Final Verdict: This certified organic foundation is hydrating and moisturizing that provides a flawless finish. The key ingredients include lavender oil and green tea leaf extract that are just so nourishing for your skin!

Conclusion

Furthermore, the clean beauty world has come a long way especially when it comes to foundations. These non-toxic, clean foundations are great options for all skin types that you will want to use frequently. By using these recommendations and search apps, you will be well on your way to being a clean beauty expert!