Woke AF! 30 Brands Other Than Fenty Beauty That Promise A Diverse Shade Range
In the past year, we've seen a ton of beauty companies jump on the Fenty Beauty bandwagon—and now inclusivity is the new Black. Literally!
Previously, beauty brands continued to disregard the various shades of brown that make up the wonderful world of Black women. And even when they do make the attempt they only give us "deep tan" at best, all while promoting several shades of beige. Um, not cool.
While we appreciate Fenty Beauty, we were also interested in what else was out there on the market.
To help you out, we compiled a list of brands with a vast amount of shades (and prices) that make shopping for foundation so much easier!
Check out these 30 brands with foundations and/or concealers that cater to Black women of all shades:
CoverFX's Power Play Foundation
This foundation range has a modern-matte finish and is loaded with a trio of ultra-fine powders that control shine while visibly blurring imperfections.
Shade Count: 40
Buy It: Cover FX Power Play Foundation ($44)
Bobbi Brown's Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation
Bobbi Brown’s January drop of the Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation with SPF 15 leaves your skin looking shine-free without making it too dry!
Shade Count: 30
Buy It: Bobbi Brown's Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation ($46)
Maybelline's Fit Me Matte & Poreless Foundation
This staple drugstore collection has a lightweight formula that leaves your skin looking smooth while reducing the appearance of pores. Maybelline can even help you find your shade online to make it that much easier to find the perfect fit for you.
Shade Count: 40
Buy It: Maybelline's Fit Matte & Poreless Foundation ($8)
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Black Opal's True Skin Color Skin Perfecting Stick Foundation
Here's a name we know and love especially since it was made with Black skin in mind! Black Opal’s True Color Skin Perfecting Stick Foundation can be used as for full-coverage, concealing or contouring.
Shade Count: 16
Buy It: Black Opal's True Color Skin Perfecting Stick Foundation ($10)
L'Oréal's True Match Super Blendable Makeup
This oil-free and fragrance-free formula contains vitamins A and C, wheat germ and grapefruit extract so your skin is protected while you’re wearing it!
Shade Count: 33
Buy It: L'Oreal's True Match Super Blendable Makeup ($11)
Makeup Forever's Ultra HD Foundation
Even though Make Up Forever apparently tried to come for Fenty Beauty when it dropped (you already know Bad Gal RiRi’s clapback game was strong) they have a whopping 40 shades to chose from since 2015. Plus, the lightweight formula with hyaluronic spheres guarantees a comfortable, day-long wear.
Shade Count: 40
Buy It: Makeup Forever's Ultra HD Foundation ($43)
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Nars' Natural Radiant Longer Foundation
NARS’ newest foundation comes equipped with 16-hour wear power. The formula includes raspberry, apple, and watermelon extracts to leave your skin looking smooth and improve the texture of your delicate epidermis.
Shade Count: 33
Buy It: Nars' Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation ($49)
Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation
Formulated with their exclusive Micro–fil technology to sculpt and brighten, anticipate a super-smooth finish that looks as good as an Instagram filter.
Shade Count: 24
Buy It: Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation ($64)
ColourPop's No Filter Concealer
With its lightweight feel, matte finish and affordable price, this concealer is hard to beat—and can be used to highlight or contour.
Shade Count: 30
Buy It: ColourPop's No Filter Concealer ($6)
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BlackUp's Mattifying Fluid Foundation
With its sebum-regulating and astringent active ingredients, this foundation formula will keep oily skin under control.
Shade Count: 18
Buy It: BlackUp's Matifying Fluid Foundation ($41.50)
MAC's Studio Fix Fluid Foundation
This MAC foundation has been a beauty lover's go-to, especially if you are looking to match various undertones. And, according to their website, it can last up to 24 hours.
Shade Count: 35
Buy It: MAC's Studio Fix Fluid Foundation ($30)
Becca's Ultimate Coverage Foundation
This water-resistant foundation does it all! It covers imperfections, redness, hyperpigmentation and uneven skin texture. Thought it couldn't get better? It still has a natural finish.
Shade Count: 30
Buy It: Becca's Ultimate Coverage Foundation ($44)
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Lancome's TEINT IDOLE ULTRA 24H LONG WEAR FOUNDATION
All imperfections will virtually disappear thanks to this oil-free, transfer-free coverage. This foundation was formulated with color-try NAI pigments, which means it maintains the pH level of your skin throughout the day.
Shade Count: 40
Buy It: Lancôme's Teint Idole Ultra 24H Long Wear Foundation ($47)
Fashion Fair's Fast Finish Foundation Stick
Packed with vitamins C and E as well as special skin conditioners that take care of your skin as you wear it. Plus, it can be used for full face coverage or as a spot concealer.
Shade Count: 18
Buy It: Fashion Fair's Fast Finish Foundation Stick ($32)
Urban Decay's Naked Skin Weightless Ultra Definition Liquid Makeup
Not only will you look good, but this foundation will also improve the firmness of your skin while reducing the appearance of fine lines. This vegan formula is packed with hardworking ingredients like Matrixly 3000, Litchiderm and sodium hyaluronate.
Shade Count: 24
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Stila's Stay All Day Foundation & Concealer
Talk about a two-for-one—this is a foundation and a refillable concealer in one package. It also contains their Youth Revival Bio-Available Mineral Complex with is a mix of 15 bio-available vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Shade Count: 16
Buy It: Stila's Stay All Day Foundation & Concealer ($40)
Naveen Dominic's Hi-Def Foundation
You'll always look camera ready because this formula was made to look great on the big screen. This anti-aging foundation reduces the look of puffiness, hydrates and moisturizes your skin.
Shade Count: 20
Buy It: Naveen Dominic's Hi-Def Foundation ($42)
Sunday Riley's The Influencer Clean Long Wear Foundation
This foundation works for all skin types, giving you a natural looking beat that stays on whether you’re taking selfies or working out.
Shade Count: 20
Buy It: Sunday Riley's The Influencer Clean Long Wear Foundation ($42)
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Marc Jacobs' Shameless Youthful Look Foundation
Whether you have a pink, yellow or orange undertone, this foundation has the perfect shade to match your beautiful shade of brown.
Shade Count: 29
Buy It: Marc Jacobs' Shameless Youth Look Foundation ($46)
Everyhue's Glow Perfect Tinted Moisturizer
Founded by RHOP's Gizelle Byrant, this new makeup line includes vitamin C, vitamin E, hydrating aloe and SPF 25. Plus, these tinted moisturizers will give you a lightweight beat with a satin finish.
Shade Count: 12
Buy It: EveryHue's GLow Perfect Tinted Moisturizer ($36)
Laura Mercier's Flawless Fusion Foundation
This vacay-ready foundation is sweat-, humidity-, water-, and transfer-resistant. But the matte-finish will never leave your skin looking dull, flat or cake-y.
Shade Count: 20
Buy It: Laura Mericier's Flawless Fusion Foundation ($48)
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Kylie Cosmetics' Skin Concealer
Despite being accused of copying RiRi, we can't deny Kylie does have an impressive shade range. Not only is this concealer affordable, but it leaves your skin looking natural no matter what your preferred coverage is.
Shade Count: 30
Buy It: Kylie Cosmetics' Skin Concealer ($20)
KKW Beauty's Liquid Concealer
Similar to her sister, Kim also wants to help us out with these dark circles. This concealer can be used on its own for the natural look or with the baking powder for photo-shoot ready coverage.
Shade Count: 16
Buy It: KKW Beauty's Liquid Concealer ($18)
Estee Lauder's Double Wear Stay-In-Place Foundation
Long day? This foundation can last up to 24 hours. Plus, the matte finish won’t have you looking gray even if you have darker skin.
Shade Count: 42
Buy It: Estee Lauder's Double Wear Stay-In-Place Makeup ($42)
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Shea Moisture's Weightless Shea Serum Foundation
Shea Moisture is looking out for our hair and our skin. Their foundation formula is filled with enriching qualities like vitamins C and E and organic shea butter that protects and nourishes your skin while you wear it!
Shade Count: 18
Buy It: Shea Moisture's Weightless Shea Serum Foundation ($10.50)
Iman Cosmetics' Luxury Concealing Foundation
Made specifically with darker skin tones in mind, the ingredient of this foundation (think licorice, grapeseed, pomegranate antioxidant extracts and vitamins A, C and E) all help enhance your skin tone to have you out here glowing!
Shade Count: 8
Buy It: Iman Cosmetics' Luxury Concealing Foundation ($16)
Hourglass' Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick
This 2017 InStyle Reader’s Choice “Best Foundation Winner” will correct imperfections like a concealer, feel as smooth as a foundation, and appear as lightweight as a powder. What's not to love?
Shade Count: 32
Buy It: Hourglass' Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick ($46)
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Kat Von D's Lock-It Foundation
Made for different skin types, shades, undertones and coverage, this 24-hour foundation will give you a matte finish without looking super heavy on your skin.
Shade Count: 30
Buy It: Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation ($34)
Huda Beauty's Faux Filter Foundation
This full-coverage foundation will have you looking as good as your fav Instagrammer, Huda Kattan. It’s velvety formula packed with argan oil and centella asiatica will leave your skin feeling hydrated in any climate.
Shade Count: 30
Buy It: Huda Beauty's Faux Filter Foundation ($40)
Inglot's HD Perfect Coverup Foundation
Thanks to the white truffle extract in this foundation, you can rest assure that your skin will be moisturized. It's also a good look for those with sensitive skin since the formula is hypoallergenic!
Shade Count: 26
Buy It: Inglot's HD Perfect Coverup Foundation ($36)
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