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The Minimalist

The Minimalist

4.4(9,660 ratings)

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$38.00at MERIT BeautyChecked Nov 10

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  • Last seen at $38.00 at MERIT Beauty on Nov 10.
  • Our take on the The Minimalist

    The Minimalist is a stick foundation built around light, buildable coverage that blurs imperfections and evens tone while letting skin texture show through. It suits people who want a quick, natural finish rather than full-coverage correction. Against liquid and cream foundations, a stick is more portable and easier to touch up, but it offers less coverage for redness, dark spots or acne. With 9,660 ratings averaging 4.4 out of 5, most buyers are satisfied, though a minority find the finish or wear not what they expected.

    Best forNo-makeup makeup looksQuick everyday applicationTouch-ups on the goNormal to dry skin
    Pros
    • Lightweight, buildable coverage
    • Blurs imperfections and evens tone
    • Natural, skin-like finish
    • Stick format is portable and easy to apply
    • Strong overall buyer satisfaction
    Cons
    • Sheer coverage won't hide strong redness or dark spots
    • Stick formulas can cling to dry patches
    • May need setting for oily skin
    • Shade matching is harder without swatching

    The Minimalist prices at every store

    • MERIT BeautyNew

      In stockReturn policy

      $38.00Checked Nov 10
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    What reviewers say

    • 4.4 / 59,660 ratings

    Buyers rate it highly overall and most praise the natural, lightweight finish and easy application. Complaints center on coverage being lighter than expected and on wear over the course of the day.

    What people mention
    • CoverageMixedBuyers like that it builds, but some find it too sheer for blemishes and redness.
    • FinishPraisedMost say it leaves a natural, skin-like look rather than a cakey one.
    • WearMixedSome report it fading or shifting through the day, especially on oily skin.
    • ApplicationPraisedThe stick format is called quick and easy to blend.
    • TextureCriticisedA few say it clings to dry patches and needs a moisturized base.

    About the The Minimalist

    The Minimalist is a foundation stick with a lightweight, buildable formula. It blurs the look of imperfections and evens skin tone.

    The coverage looks natural, so skin still looks like skin.

    Type
    Foundation stick
    Formula
    Lightweight, buildable
    Coverage
    Natural-looking, buildable

    Questions and answers

    Is The Minimalist good for everyday wear?
    Yes. It is designed for light, buildable coverage that looks natural, which suits daily use. Those wanting full coverage will need concealer alongside it.
    Does it work for oily skin?
    It can, but the stick format and natural finish may fade faster on oily skin. Setting with powder helps extend wear.
    How much coverage does it give?
    It is light to medium and buildable. It evens tone and blurs imperfections but won't fully hide dark spots or strong redness.
    Do I need a primer or moisturizer first?
    Moisturized skin helps the stick glide and reduces clinging to dry patches. A primer is optional.
    Is it a replacement for liquid foundation?
    For sheer, natural looks, yes. For full coverage or long wear, a liquid foundation is usually the better fit.
    Where is the The Minimalist cheapest?
    At MERIT Beauty, for $38.00, as of our latest check.
    What do buyers say about the The Minimalist?
    Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 9,660 ratings.

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