Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless is a cult foundation that became a phenomenon among beauty enthusiasts. It promises mattifying effect, pore minimizing and all-day wear.
We tested it for 6 weeks on combination and oily skin. Result? You won't find better mattifying foundation at this price.
Cult status among drugstore foundations is well deserved.
Wide shade range and affordable price make it great choice for beginners.
Performance and Results
Fit Me Matte + Poreless surprises with its performance. Results:
Coverage: Medium, buildable to full.
Wear: 6-8 hours without touch-up.
Mattifying effect: Controls shine most of day.
Pores: Visually minimizes.
Oxidation: Slight, choose one shade lighter.
Texture and Application
Liquid formula with light consistency.
Application: Blends easily.
Finish: Natural matte.
Layering: Can layer without caking.
Tip: Apply with damp sponge for best results.
Formula and Ingredients
Fragrance-free formula.
Key features:
- Non-comedogenic
- Fragrance-free
- Dermatologist tested
- Oil-free
Suitable for: Oily and combination skin.
Comparison with Competition
vs. L'Oréal True Match: True Match has more natural finish. Fit Me mattifies better.
vs. NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop: NYX has higher coverage. Fit Me is lighter on skin.
vs. Catrice HD: Similar price range. Fit Me has better longevity.
Score Breakdown
Summary
Pros
For around $8 you get foundation that competes with much more expensive products.
More than 40 shades cover most skin tones from lightest to darkest.
Effectively controls shine on oily and combination skin for most of day.
Suitable even for more sensitive skin thanks to fragrance-free and non-comedogenic formula.
Available at all major drugstores and supermarkets, easy to repurchase.
Cons
Foundation tends to darken slightly after drying, choose half to full shade lighter.
On very oily skin touch-up may be needed after 5-6 hours of wear.
Mattifying formula can emphasize flakes and dry patches on dry skin.
Standard packaging is without pump, making hygienic and precise application harder.
Final Verdict
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless is one of the best affordable foundations for oily and combination skin. At this price it offers great mattifying effect and natural coverage. We recommend as first foundation or budget alternative.
Buy if
- Users with oily or combination skin seeking shine control
- Makeup beginners looking for their first quality foundation
- Those wanting quality at reasonable price without compromises
- Students and young women with limited cosmetics budget
Skip if
- Women with dry or dehydrated skin
- Those who prefer radiant dewy finish
- Users seeking all-day wear without touch-ups on very oily skin
FAQ
Matte + Poreless is designed for oily and combination skin with mattifying effect. Dewy + Smooth is hydrating version for normal to dry skin with radiant finish.
Use primer before application, choose half to full shade lighter and let foundation fully set before applying other products. Setting spray also helps.
Yes, standard packaging is without pump. You can buy universal pump from Maybelline or other brand, or apply product directly from bottle onto back of hand.
Yes, formula is non-comedogenic and oil-free, so it doesn't cause new breakouts. Offers sufficient coverage to conceal light to medium acne.
On combination skin it lasts 6-8 hours without touch-up. On very oily skin you may need to powder T-zone after 5-6 hours. With primer and setting spray wear extends.
