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5 of the best anti-redness make-up products
We tried & tested 11 anti-redness make-up products from BB creams to full coverage foundations.
If your skin is more ripe tomato than subtle rosy glow, a targeted redness reducing make-up product might be the answer! While anti-redness serums are great at tackling the underlying problem, sometimes you just need a little extra coverage during the day. Specially formulated to neutralise the harsh red tones without irritating or masking the skin, redness reducing make-up can lift your confidence in seconds. Redness is swept away with a natural looking finish!
We tested 11 redness reducing make-up products ranging from powders to CC creams and foundations with 215 of our at-home testers. They helped assess redness coverage, ease of use, the final finish and how long the effect lasted. We also used a device that measures the redness of the skin to measure the immediate reduction of redness before and after applying the product.
Which were the best on test? Find our below...
The winner
Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Foundation Stick
Score: 85/100
Our testers absolutely loved this formulation! Over 93% of testers found that the product was easy to apply and came with clear instructions. 88% of testers noted that the product concealed redness well and the coverage was easily buildable for more stubborn blemishes.
It also performed well in our lab tests, when we looked at the reduction of redness before and after application. The formulation was creamy and light and blended well into the skin, leaving a natural-looking finish. Our testers raved about how the product gave them the 'barely there' feeling and said the product felt like a second skin. An impressive 91% of our testing panel were satisfied and would continue to use the product after the testing period!
Price: £27.00
The runners-up
IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Redness Compact Powder
Score: 83/100
The product impressed our panel with its redness-reducing performance both at home and in our lab tests. 81% of testers found the product covered the redness of their skin well and it scored highly in our lab tests for immediate reduction in redness. The formulation was lightweight and easy to apply when tested, with both a powder brush or the included applicator sponge.
Testers loved how the coverage lasted throughout the day but it also came in a mirror compact case for extra touch-ups if necessary. The finish was matte and did not leave the skin looking cakey or powdery.
Price: £28.00
Score: 83/100
The adaptive properties of the formulation particularly impressed our panel, with it starting out green and adjusting to the skin on contact. A notable 89% of testers agreed that the product matched their skin despite it being sent out to a wide range of skin tones!
It covered redness well and helped with uneven complexion, testers were left feeling more confident about their skin after using the product! It was smooth and easy to apply and the formulation left the skin feeling fresh and moisturised too! It's an excellent multi-use product as it can be used both on it’s own or underneath a foundation as an anti-redness primer.
Price: £38.00
Score: 82/100
Testers loved the anti-redness effect that the product gave, with over 76% of testers agreeing that the product covered their redness well, leaving a natural looking finish. Our lab tests also showed an impressive reduction in redness with the product scoring 4/5 for immediate reduction in redness.
The product didn't feel too heavy or drag the skin when being applied and 82% of testers noted that the effect was long-lasting. It blended well and was suitable over a range of skin-tones, with a notable 87% of testers agreeing that the shade matched their skin colour well.
Price: £85.00
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Foundation
Score: 82/100
91% of testers absolutely loved the smooth and silky texture finding it also easy to apply, leaving the skin feeling velvety and soft. Skin was also left looking brighter and healthier without feeling too heavy. An impressive 92% of testers agreed that the product felt comfortable on their skin!
A few pumps of the product were enough to cover the face and over 78% of testers agreed that the shade of the product suited their skin tone, which they self-selected based on images given by the brand. Despite the long-wear of the formulation, testers agreed that the product was easy to remove at the end of the day.
Price: £32.00
And the best of the rest...
jane iredale Glow Time Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream
81/100, £39.95
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Bobbi Brown Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation
80/100, £32
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Green People Age Defy+ Tinted DD Moisturiser
78/100, £36
Germaine de Capuccini Excel Therapy O2 CC Cream
77/100, £40.60
Bioderma AR BB Cream
77/100, £15.50
Laura Geller Baked Balance-N-Brighten Colour Correcting Foundation
72/100, £26
Jasmine is a Consumer Tester (Beauty) at the Good Housekeeping Institute with a masters degree in Cosmetic Science. She is using her years of product testing experience; market research knowledge and technical lab skills in the GHI beauty labs.
Outside of work she is an avid foodie and also enjoys vlogging whilst exploring and travelling around the world. She has even travelled to Finland to find out what consumers want and love about their beauty products!
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