Turns out you can now get radiant, flawless matte coverage in the one bottle
The product
You know that debate you have in your head when you're reaching for a foundation bottle: 'do I go the heavy, full coverage matte foundation, or do I keep it light and luminous'? We're here to tell you there's now a bottle that ticks both boxes. Yep, it's the best of both worlds, designed to give you everything you've ever wanted in the one beautifully chic bottle.
We're talking about the latest Maybelline New York masterpiece of course: the Maybelline SuperStay Lumi-Matte Foundation.
Like we said, it's been designed to give you everything you ever asked for and more (a big task for a foundation, we know). Unlike traditional matte foundations this one has been created to feel more like a lightweight dewy skin tint on your skin, with a reputation for being seriously easy to wear. And continuing on the theme of 'not like other matte foundations', this glorious foundation actually gives you a lit from within, luminous glow. Yep, it's astonishing we know.
But, it doesn't stop there. Because Maybelline are geniuses, they've managed to make sure this luminous matte foundation still has serious staying power (we're talking 30 long hours!). Plus, it offers up a waterproof (and sweatproof) natural finish.
It's a lot, we know. But we can assure you that this clever bottle is far from an identity crisis. Hell, read on to get our members' raving reviews to find out just how good it is!
The panel
BEAUTYcrew sent the Maybelline SuperStay Lumi-Matte Foundation to a panel of beauty-loving women aged 18 and above.
The lowdown
The flawless natural finish: We know, we know, natural and matte aren't usually synonymous with one another. But our members swear that the finish they got from this buildable formula left their skin looking seriously perfected, yet totally natural. Talk about a winning combo!
How long-wearing the formula is: While we definitely aren't suggesting putting the 30 hour wear claim to the test (although we're confident it'll stand up to it), we can vouch for our REVIEWcrew members when they say it really lasts. And unlike other long-lasting foundations, this one doesn't turn patchy throughout the day.
The ultra-lightweight feel: You know that feeling of applying a matte foundation? Drying, heavy and like a literal weight on your face. Well, kiss that feeling goodbye, because this stunning new formula is breaking down all the bounds with it's genuinely air-like level feel. In the immortal words of Ned Flanders, "it feels like I'm wearing nothing at all".
The verdict
Shop now
Available at:
From $34.99 at Priceline
From $34.99 at Adore Beauty
From $17.49 (usually $34.99) at Chemist Warehouse
Want to hear more about this longwearing, lightweight foundation? Check out the Maybelline SuperStay Lumi-Matte Foundation Reviews here…
The products for this Review Crew® trial have been provided by Maybelline to Are Media and BEAUTYcrew for the purpose of trial and review by Review Crew® members.
*This combined average star rating for Maybelline SuperStay Lumi-Matte Foundation is based on a combined total of 100 reviews submitted and is correct as of 6/2/2025.
Main image credit: Are Media
GET THE LOOK / what you'll need
Emma Allcock began her career in the world of fashion and beauty in 2015, interning for various PR fashion houses. Naturally her love for style soon extended to beauty, and Emma landed firmly in the beauty and wellness world thanks to an internship-turned-role at local Australian fragrance brand Maison Blanche. One thing that remained consistent whether unpacking accessories or creating social content? Her commitment to an always-perfect manicure. Luckily, she’s since turned her talents to helping her readers achieve the same, writing about all things beauty and wellness. Emma is now a Content Producer for BEAUTYcrew, with her words and recommendations also appearing across Girlfriend and beautyheaven. Emma loves the process of diving deep into the world of testing (and writing) about everything from haircare to fragrance. When she’s not slathering her skin in something new, she’s going for an early morning stroll to catch a stunning sunrise (coffee in hand, of course), because life’s all about that wellness balance after all.
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