You know a beauty product is good when: a.) it originated in Asia and b.) it’s since been adopted by drugstore and designer brands alike. Though not new, cushion compacts had a moment a few years ago, when it seemed like every brand was in a rush to release their own version of the portable, liquid-foundation-in-a-sponge. Some of them are now gone (rest in peace, Givenchy and Physician’s Formula cushions), but the truly groundbreaking cushion compact formulas have remained. There are even three major new launches from Cle de Peau, Dior, and La Prairie to keep your eye on in 2018. Ahead, out 11 favorite cushion compacts at every price point.
You’ll have to wait until October to get your hands on this formula, but crazy-amazing things come to those who wait. The super-hydrating and blurring formula plumps skin thanks to the hyaluronic acid and infused essence. It covers imperfections with medium coverage while still feeling impossibly weightless.
One of the best foundations at the drugstore—cushion or not—this medium-to-full formula leaves skin looking like a glowier version of your own skin with just a few taps.
The sheer coverage is so beautiful and fresh, we wish it came in more than just six shades.
If glowy skin is your goal, meet your new MVP. We have never applied a buildable foundation with such a luminous, healthy finish in our entire lives. Plus, we love how the formula is packed with skin-loving ingredients like caviar water. The downsides? The price, and the fact that the darkest shade is called honey beige.
The cushion compact that started it all, this one from Korean brand Amorepacific has SPF 50 to seriously protect skin without that greasy sunscreen feeling.
This formula is just like the brand’s culty highlighting concealer Touche Éclat, except for your entire face. Plus, we just love the luxury of the logo-printed cushion and elegant gold packaging.
Though tinted like foundation, this cushion is more skincare than makeup. The SPF 50, sheer formula mattifies, moisturizes, and blurs imperfections, and is meant to be applied after primer or on top of foundation for a quick pick-me-up.
Bouncy is the only word fitting for the way your skin looks after tapping on this BB cream in a compact. The SPF 40 sunscreen will keep your skin protected for hours without turning skin oily.
While most cushion compacts have a disappointing six or so shades of white, we applaud this drugstore formula for coming in at 14 shades. The coverage is buildable—so you can tap it on lightly for a sheer wash of color or pile it on for full coverage.
Available in a whopping 18 shades (for a cushion compact, that’s major), this long-wear formula is both oil-free and matte, but somehow still fresh and hydrating. If you’re looking for serious coverage, staying power, and SPF—but with a matte finish—this is your formula.
Available in only six shades, this formula is best for mature skin types looking for full coverage with plenty of hydration and anti-aging benefits. The blend of antioxidants and apricot kernel oil promote collagen production to lift skin over time, while the SF 50 helps protect skin from future damage.
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