Merythod Reel Cover Cica Cushion Acne Trouble Foundation is a Korean-made foundation.

We like that it contains a variety of active ingredients, such as niacinamide and centella asiatica extract, known as acne-fighting ingredients.

Centella asiatica extract, in particular, also has calming effects which help keep skin calm. It also minimizes redness while the active ingredients do their work. 

This foundation also has different extracts that are proven to be effective in avoiding acne. An example of this is the magnolia bark that can aid in preventing skin elasticity loss and minimizing skin reddening.

The active ingredients also make the foundation gentle on the skin. An avid user, Joanna M. even mentioned, “It’s good for acne prone skin because my zits didn’t get irritated.” 

We like that it also has SPF 50 PA+++, protecting the skin from sun damage.

Additionally, it is not cakey when applied to the skin because it is lightweight. We’re also pleasantly surprised that despite having the product on for the whole day, it does not feel oily either.

Based on our assessment, even a small amount of product goes a long way. And if you want extra coverage, you can just simply pat more on your face as it is buildable. 

However, if your skin tone is on the darker side, this product may not be for you. This is because they only offer two shades.

The shades are not the best fit for darker Filipino skin, so you may end up with white cast on your face if you have perfectly brown skin. If you still want to use it for its ingredients though, it is good when applied with other make-up products.

Innisfree Pore Blur Pact is another Korean product that contains a variety of active ingredients. These active ingredients aid in improving the appearance of acne-prone skin under make-up. 

The ingredients also exceed our expectations because they are fit for sensitive skin. For instance, there’s houttuynia cordata extract, which has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant properties.

It also contains calamine, which soothes irritated skin. This also brightens the skin so it minimizes acne scars in the long run.

We appreciate that when this foundation is applied, it is neither cakey nor thick on the skin. Because it is lightweight, we’re surprised that it manages oil on the skin well, which is unusual for lightweight powders.

The foundation appears to have microscopic particles that fill in pores and wrinkles. This makes it perfect for people with aging skin. 

We noticed that it provides a silky-smooth make-up finish too. This leaves a blur on pores which makes us appreciate its coverage more. 

Given its combination of ingredients and coverage, we think Innisfree foundation is ideal for people who have active acne. 

Although each purchase comes with only 12.5g of product, we think that it’s enough to last for more than a month of daily use. This is because you only need a small amount of product to have good coverage.

Overall, if you don’t mind paying for a high-quality foundation that also addresses your regular acne concerns, then Innisfree Pore Blur Pact may be for you.

If you’re into moisturizing foundations, then ETUDE Double Lasting Serum Foundation is probably your best bet.

It is equipped with a fat-soluble antioxidant, tocopherol, which also protects the skin from UVB rays. This makes it good for everyday use.

Additionally, it has vitamins C and E that work together to give excellent additional sun protection. 

Vitamin C is also an antioxidant that aids in neutralizing free radicals, which are unstable molecules that harm your cells over time.

Furthermore, we appreciate that it includes the anti-inflammatory tocopheryl. It boosts your immune system and cell regeneration, resulting in improved skin.

It also has adenosine, another anti-inflammatory agent that helps in wound healing. This makes it good for those who have frequent or active breakouts. 

It also aids in repairing your skin barrier so we recommend it for those who have damaged skin.

We admire that this foundation also contains emollient properties that maintains the skin’s moisturized feeling upon application.

However, we noticed that it has a flowery scent. So if you don’t like products that have a distinct smell, then this may not be for you. 

Also, it is quite expensive compared to other foundations on this list. However, we like that it already comes with a 30g of product, enough to last for a month of casual use.

If you want a foundation that contains active ingredients to help your breakouts, then ETUDE Double Lasting Serum Foundation might be what you’re looking for.

If you’re looking for a hidden gem drugstore beauty product that’s also inexpensive, you have Maybelline.

The Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation smoothens the skin without making you appear like you’re wearing heavy make-up. In fact, we’re able to obtain medium to full coverage using the product without feeling oily or cakey.

We appreciate that its formulation fits our tropical weather. We noticed that even though it’s humid and hot, the coverage lasted an entire day without deteriorating.

A long time user, Maria J., also commented that “It doesn’t have that heavy, sticky, and uncomfortable feeling once it is applied compared with the other products. Affordable & good buy.”

This foundation also has 25 shades available, so you can really choose a perfect shade for your Filipino skin. It even contains SPF 22 PA+++, which protects your skin against sun damage.

For acne-prone skin, it’s a plus that it’s noncomedogenic which means that it doesn’t easily clog pores. 

We’re amazed that this product also contains tocopherol or vitamin E. This is an antioxidant that protects your skin from UVB rays that can cause sunburn. 

Its hydrating component also assists your skin in maintaining its natural oils.

However, we didn’t like that this product has alcohol. If you have dry skin, this may not be for you.

Also, it has a runny consistency so it can be troublesome to apply sometimes. You may use a make-up sponge or brush so you can apply it easily though.

Overall, with its variety of shades and its benefits to the skin, we still think that  Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation is worth the try.

Despite its low price tag, the Focallure Oil Control Matte Powder has remarkable effects once applied to the skin.

The powder has a soft focus or blurring effect, which enhances the texture of the skin. Even with full coverage, it leaves a velvety look.

We enjoy how the powder doesn’t seem sticky even after all-day use. We also noted that it is not tacky on the skin, making it ideal for sweat-prone people. 

An avid user, Bloom S., even described that “It really controls oil, and it doesn’t require a lot of retouching.”

Based on our assessment, it can also be used as a dry or wet powder. This makes it quite flexible to the needs of its users.

Since it is water-resistant and doesn’t transfer easily, it lasts a long time on the skin. So, we recommend it for people who don’t have a lot of time to retouch their make-up.

We also admire that it has vitamin C, which reduces redness and swelling of the skin. This makes it perfect for people with active acne due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

However, the powder puff that comes with this foundation was an issue for us when we used it. We didn’t like how much product and sweat it absorbed upon application. 

As a substitute, you can still use a make-up brush to make it more hygienic and preserve more product.

Added to this, like other face compact powders, it is prone to shattering, especially when dropped. As a result, if you travel frequently, the longevity of this powder may be reduced.

Overall, if you’re looking for a budget-friendly powder foundation with good coverage, this product is the way to go.