12 Foundations That Come in 40 Shades or MoreErin LukasTue, June 19, 2018 at 1:00 PM UTCWhen Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty with 40 foundation shades, the move inspired other beauty companies to expand their shade offerings, or come out with entirely new foundation ranges. Buy it here for $34.CourtesyWith its most inclusive complexion launch to date, CoverGirl's new TruBlend Matte Made Liquid Foundation comes in 40 shades broken down by light, medium, tan, and deep. Buy it here for $8.CourtesyWhichever one of Estée Lauder's 42 shades you choose, it'll stay put for up to 24 hours without caking, creasing, or smudging. The oil-free formula has a matte finish that keeps excess shine under control. Buy it here for $42.CourtesyThis makeup counter staple minimizes pores and imperfections with a demi-matte finish, plus offers SPF 15 protection. With 42 shades to choose from, everyone can find their perfect match. Buy it here for $30.CourtesyCover FX's latest foundation comes in an extensive number of shades—40, to be exact—that are based off of depth and undertone. As for the actual foundation, it's essentially moisture-proof. It has a matte finish that holds up against water and sweat. Buy it here for $44.CourtesyIf you can't be bothered to touch up your makeup during the day, this Lanc?me foundation is your best bet. With 40 shades to choose from, the formula keeps your skin's pH level consistent so it won't cake, crease, or get oily. Buy it here for $47.CourtesyAn early adopter of the "Magic 40," Maybelline expanded its line of Fit Me! Foundations by including 16 more shades in 2017. Buy it here for $6.CourtesyBased on customer feedback, Smashbox doubled the shades of its Studio Skin 24 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation (there were originally 22). Now its long-wear, hydrating formula comes in 40 tone options. Buy it here for $36.CourtesyDior's new Backstage Face & Body Foundation isn't just more affordable than the brand's other formulas, it also comes in more shades. With 40 available, everyone will be able to experience its lightweight, transfer-proof, buildable coverage. Buy it here for $40.CourtesyTarte has recently made its cult-favorite foundation even more inclusive by upping its shade count to 40. The Amazonian clay-based foundation is perfect for oily skin because it keeps excess sebum production under control, so you'll be shine-free regardless of the humidity level. Buy it here for $39.CourtesyColourPop went big with its first foundation by launching 42 shades. What's even more impressive is that the oil-free matte foundation is only $12. The uber-affordable foundation's shades are divided into the following categories: fair, light, medium, medium dark, dark, and deep dark. Buy it here for $12.CourtesyBefore Fenty, Make Up For Ever launched its 40-shade Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation range. The lightweight, medium-coverage formula was designed to provide seamless coverage in front of any type of camera. Consider it the makeup equivalent of a photo filter. Buy it here for $43.Courtesy1 of 131 of 13Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation2 of 13When Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty with 40 foundation shades, the move inspired other beauty companies to expand their shade offerings, or come out with entirely new foundation ranges. Buy it here for $34.CourtesyCovergirl TruBLend Matte Made Liquid Foundation3 of 13With its most inclusive complexion launch to date, CoverGirl's new TruBlend Matte Made Liquid Foundation comes in 40 shades broken down by light, medium, tan, and deep. Buy it here for $8.CourtesyEstée Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Liquid Makeup4 of 13Whichever one of Estée Lauder's 42 shades you choose, it'll stay put for up to 24 hours without caking, creasing, or smudging. The oil-free formula has a matte finish that keeps excess shine under control. Buy it here for $42.CourtesyMAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation SPF 155 of 13This makeup counter staple minimizes pores and imperfections with a demi-matte finish, plus offers SPF 15 protection. With 42 shades to choose from, everyone can find their perfect match. Buy it here for $30.CourtesyCover FX Power Play Foundation6 of 13Cover FX's latest foundation comes in an extensive number of shades—40, to be exact—that are based off of depth and undertone. As for the actual foundation, it's essentially moisture-proof. It has a matte finish that holds up against water and sweat. Buy it here for $44.CourtesyLanc?me Teint Idole Ultra Liquid 24H Longwear SPF 15 Foundation7 of 13If you can't be bothered to touch up your makeup during the day, this Lanc?me foundation is your best bet. With 40 shades to choose from, the formula keeps your skin's pH level consistent so it won't cake, crease, or get oily. Buy it here for $47.CourtesyMaybelline New York Fit Me! Matte & Poreless Foundation8 of 13An early adopter of the "Magic 40," Maybelline expanded its line of Fit Me! Foundations by including 16 more shades in 2017. Buy it here for $6.CourtesySmashbox Studio Skin 24 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation9 of 13Based on customer feedback, Smashbox doubled the shades of its Studio Skin 24 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation (there were originally 22). Now its long-wear, hydrating formula comes in 40 tone options. Buy it here for $36.CourtesyDior's Backstage Face & Body Foundation10 of 13Dior's new Backstage Face & Body Foundation isn't just more affordable than the brand's other formulas, it also comes in more shades. With 40 available, everyone will be able to experience its lightweight, transfer-proof, buildable coverage. Buy it here for $40.CourtesyTarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Full Coverage Foundation SPF 1511 of 13Tarte has recently made its cult-favorite foundation even more inclusive by upping its shade count to 40. The Amazonian clay-based foundation is perfect for oily skin because it keeps excess sebum production under control, so you'll be shine-free regardless of the humidity level. Buy it here for $39.CourtesyColourPop No Filter Matte Foundation12 of 13ColourPop went big with its first foundation by launching 42 shades. What's even more impressive is that the oil-free matte foundation is only $12. The uber-affordable foundation's shades are divided into the following categories: fair, light, medium, medium dark, dark, and deep dark. Buy it here for $12.CourtesyMake Up For Ever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation13 of 13Before Fenty, Make Up For Ever launched its 40-shade Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation range. The lightweight, medium-coverage formula was designed to provide seamless coverage in front of any type of camera. Consider it the makeup equivalent of a photo filter. Buy it here for $43.CourtesyWhen Rihanna's Fenty Beauty launched its first foundation in 40 shades, other brands followed suit. We've rounded up all of the makeup companies that have foundations that come in 40 or more shades.About Our Ads