12 Body Makeup Products That Hide Any and Every Imperfection

Best Overall: MAC Cosmetics Studio Face & Body Foundation

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“This formula is amazing for evening out your skin tone,” says Figueroa. “It has sheer coverage, and provides a satin finish while also being hydrating.”  And, true to its name, the versatile and creamy consistency works just as well on the face as it does on the body, a great choice for anyone who wants to keep their product stash minimal and streamlined.

Cruelty-Free: No | Byrdie Clean: No

Runner-Up, Best Overall: Make Up For Ever Water Blend Face & Body Foundation

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Figueroa is also a fan of this option, “a beautiful, gel-based formula that blends seamlessly into skin and doesn’t feel heavy.” (Credit its 80% water content, which makes for a hydrating and lightweight feel.) Like the MAC pick, it too can be used on both face and body and imparts a natural-looking radiance.

Cruelty-Free: No | Byrdie Clean: No

Best Drugstore: Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs Makeup

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A true classic, this spray-on is affordable, buildable, and delivers impressive-looking coverage—what more could you ask for? Spritz on one sheer coat for a subtle hint of color, or layer more if you need full-on coverage. Either way, it’s water- and transfer-resistant and dries extremely quickly (yet still washes off easily).

Cruelty-Free: No | Byrdie Clean: No

Best Airbrushed Effect: Vita Liberata Body Blur Instant HD Skin Finish

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One of the more subtle options, think of this more as BB cream than a full-on foundation. It comes in four shades, all of which deliver just a sheer wash of color and plenty of radiance—the perfect combo to help conceal scars, blemishes, and even cellulite. Happy reviewers rave about how well it works to create an airbrushed effect.

Cruelty-Free: Yes | Byrdie Clean: Yes

Best Water-Resistant: Westmore Beauty Body Coverage Perfector

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Perfect for summer days, this pick both covers and leaves skin with a beautiful sheen. The application process is a little bit more involved, though well worth it since the coverage lasts up to 24 hours. Massage it into the desired areas, then gently pat it with a tissue to remove any excess product. Let it dry for two to three minutes, then repeat with another coat if needed.

Byrdie Clean: No

Best Sheer Coverage: Fenty Beauty Body Lava Body Luminizer

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A gel-based body highlighter, this comes in four universal shades, all of which are packed with light-diffusing micro-pearls that make for a stunningly radiant finish. The point being, it’s not going to give you the coverage you need to hide noticeable imperfections, but it is ideal if you want extra-glowy skin all over.

Cruelty-Free: Yes | Byrdie Clean: Yes

Best Full Coverage: Dermablend Leg and Body Makeup Foundation

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“This is my favorite product for covering up veins on the legs or tattoos. It does not budge, and never looks cakey or heavy on the skin,” says Figueroa.  The coverage is full-on (a little goes a long way, and it’s definitely best to apply it with a makeup sponge), and, to the point of its long-wearing prowess, can last up to 16 hours. We also appreciate that it comes in a nice array of 12 shades.

Cruelty-Free: Yes | Byrdie Clean: No

Best for Uneven Skin Tone: St. Tropez One Night Only Finishing Body Gloss

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If you don’t need full-on coverage, but just want a little something to make your arms and legs look, well, better, try this guy. As the name suggests, it offers just the tiniest bit of bronze color and a high-shine finish, all it takes to instantly even out blotchy skin. It works great on its own, though it’s also the perfect product to layer over the existing self-tanner to freshen up the color.

Cruelty-Free: Yes | Byrdie Clean: Yes

Best for Dry Skin: Sugar Baby Radiance Wash Off Bronzing Moisturizer Cream

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If your skin is dry, body makeup can often only accentuate patchiness and flakes. Enter this option, truly more of a tinted moisturizer than anything else. It packs plenty of hydration, thanks to the addition of aloe vera, sweet almond oil, shea butter, and vitamin E, along with mineral-based pigments that add the perfect amount of natural glow and coverage. It’s an Amazon fan favorite, with reviewers pointing out how well it works on a variety of skin tones, how nicely it lasts, and how little you need to get the desired result.

Cruelty-Free: Yes | Byrdie Clean: No

Best for Touch-Ups: Dermablend Quick Fix Body Foundation Stick

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We love foundation sticks for the face, and the same appreciation extends to foundation sticks for the body. Like the other Dermablend option on this list, this creamy stick formula also packs a mega-hit of coverage and lasts up to 16 hours. The portable size makes it easy to keep on-hand whenever you need to quickly conceal a small area of imperfection.

Cruelty-Free: Yes | Byrdie Clean: No

Best Shade Range: Era Beauty Flawless Airbrushed Skin

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As a general rule of thumb, most body makeup doesn’t come in a ton of shades, which is partially what makes this option so noteworthy. There are 10 hues to choose from, all of which have different undertones, making it even easier to find your perfect match. The spray is also full-coverage though feels lightweight (and is oil-free, so it never looks or feels greasy, either).

Cruelty-Free: Yes