I remember back in 2010, when you could go on YouTube and actually learn about the best makeup products on the market. Now all you hear about are the newest makeup products, or the “best oily skin foundations of 2026.” I don’t care about the best foundation that came out this year! I care about the best foundation for my skin, period.
Does this rant make me sound old? I don’t care.
That’s why I’m here to tell you which foundations are truly the best out there for oily skin. Not just the best foundations that came out this year or last, but the actual best foundations on the market.
Every product comparison is based on the author’s own hands-on experience, independent research, and honest judgment. No brand pays for placement, praise, or a prettier seat at the table.
In my super oily days, I would get foundation recommendations from friends who also claimed to be oily, only to realize that they were the same foundations that I had tried and been disappointed by. That’s when I learned that there is a spectrum of oily skin.
The best foundation for you will depend on the type of coverage that you’re looking for and how oily your skin gets.
You might have noticed that I included some OG foundations in this article. All I can say is this: they work. That’s why they’ve been around so long.
Here are some honorable mentions:
The Erborian BB Cream gives really good, buildable coverage and looks very natural. This is perfect to use for daily wear – just add a bit of concealer for any imperfections and you’re ready to go. It only comes in four shades, so you might have to mix two of them to get your perfect shade.
I’ve tried so many BB and CC creams, but most of them end up making my skin feel super oily and weighed down (Tarte and IT Cosmetics—I’m looking at you). This is the only one that controls my oil and doesn’t break me out.
This foundation is similar to the Bobbi Brown Weightless Skin Oil-Controlling Foundation in that it has buildable coverage and leaves a semi-matte finish on the skin. I prefer the Bobbi Brown foundation because it feels slightly more lightweight than this one.
This is another favorite for super oily girls. I love that it’s cruelty-free and mattifying. If you have really oily skin, this is a great alternative to Estée Lauder Double Wear. Just be aware that this foundation tends to oxidize, so you might want to go for a shade lighter than you usually wear.
A lot of people with oily skin also get acne, so all of the foundations in this article are non-comedogenic. Using a mattifying foundation and setting powder to control oil is a great way to reduce breakouts.
That being said, wearing foundation can clog your pores. That’s why it’s super important to double cleanse at night!
My dog licked his paws for hours on end, day in and day out. I didn’t think much of it. Thought it was a semi-normal dog thing. Then I started seeing multiple videos on Instagram explaining paw licking is actually a sign that your dog may be in distress due to a food intolerance. That’s when the dogs gut microbiome has difficulty breaking down a specific ingredient and it creates stress in the body that manifests in these types of discomfort symptoms. Dogs and cats can even be intolerant to “healthy” ingredients and foods. It’s not just processed stuff. Well, I didn’t want my dog to be in daily pain, so I started researching the best ways to learn his intolerances so I could remove those items from his diet. Here’s what I found:
There’s truly nothing worse than waking up with a sore jaw. It is debilitating and can hinder your entire day, setting you up for failure. And the worst part? The same exact cycle repeats the next night. I’ve done a deep dive to give you the best options for relief.
My first sewing machine was a Baby Lock Grace, and it was horrible! An employee at my local Quality Sewing & Vacuum did me dirty and convinced me to buy it. It was the worst decision. The stitching was inconsistent, and the tension was difficult to get right. The needle would jam anytime I wanted to sew stretchy fabrics or multiple layers. I almost quit sewing right then. Luckily, when I got into the fashion program at Seattle Central College, the sewing machines were better, and I could never go back to using my old, clunky machine.
That was 15 years ago, and I’ve used every brand of modern sewing machine since then. I want to share my knowledge so that you don’t have to go through what I did with my first machine! That’s why I’ve compiled the six absolute best sewing machines for beginners (and my top three picks).
These are my top six sewing machine picks for anyone. They are perfect for people who have been sewing for a while and for beginners looking for a sewing machine that they can grow with.
