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10 Best Airbrush Makeup Kits to Look Like You’re Walking Around With a Filter

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Published on Jun 21, 2022
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We all want an airbrushed effect when it comes to our makeup, but how many people have actually experienced airbrush foundation? Unless you’re a die-hard product junkie, this trend might not have made it to your beauty bag yet, but your favorite celebrities are likely rocking it every time you see them on TV or on TikTok. “With an airbrush foundation, you have a lot more control,” says celebrity makeup artist Deanna Paley. “Because the formulas have a light or sheer coverage, you can really build that up to exactly what you want.” 

Paley says it’s essentially like having a filter on in real life. “For most, it looks very natural and effortless, and especially gorgeous on camera,” says Paley. If you’re curious to try the airbrush look for yourself, here are the 10 best airbrush makeup kits on the market right now.

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10 Best Airbrush Makeup Kits

1. SEPHORA Perfection Mist Airbrush Foundation

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This single product takes the clutter out of airbrush kits and leaves you with a hairspray-esque aerosol can that emits a fine mist of foundation all over your face. Paley suggests this product if you’re “starting out and looking for a budget friendly option.” This one has a matte finish that “applies beautifully, and you can kind of get the hang of this technique before purchasing a professional, more expensive kit,” says Paley. 

2. MINERAL AIR Start Kit

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This kit has everything you need to get started. First, choose from 11 different foundation shades to be included with your kit. You’ll get a bottle of foundation, the airbrush wireless device, a bottle of cleaning solution, and a charging cord. Unlike other airbrush kits, this one is travel-friendly and easy to use without tangled wires.

3. TEMPTU Air Deluxe Airbrush Kit

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This deluxe kit is for the makeup pros, and is Paley’s go-to for her clients. “It truly gives a flawless makeup application every time,” she says. The reason it’s “deluxe” is because it comes with 24 different foundation shades, so consider another option if you’re going to use this just for yourself. It’s perfect for a group or party, so if you’re planning a get-together in the near future, this might be the perfect kit for the occasion. 

“Although it is expensive, you do get a lot of versatility and product with it,” explains Paley. “Not only can you get the perfect base foundation, but they have blush, bronzer, highlighter, etc. products to have a fully airbrushed, natural and glowy makeup look.”

4. JEROME ALEXANDER MagicMinerals Airbrush Foundation

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Similar to the Sephora option above, this foundation comes in a can that’s ready to use. Even better, this starter kit comes with an airbrush primer to quickly inject hydration into the face before applying the foundation. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid for hydration and Argireline to reduce the appearance of wrinkles make each spray feel as though it is infused with skincare.

5. DIOR Airflash Spray Foundation

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With 23 different shades to choose from, DIOR Airflash makes it simple to apply airbrushed makeup when you’re on the go. “It looks beautiful on just about everyone and feels so lightweight,” says Paley. Since it’s infused with light-diffusing pigments, you’ll look like you’re behind the flash of a camera every time you step outside.

6. ART OF AIR Cosmetic Airbrush System

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This mega kit rivals TEMPTU—at about a quarter of the cost. It includes six different foundation shades that can be mixed and matched, a moisturizing primer, and blush and bronze options. “The people that benefit most from airbrush makeup are those seeking a natural, skin-like finish,” explains Paley. “Because it can be light coverage, it's great for evening skin tone with the option to build that coverage up a bit.”

7. ARIALWAND Basic Airbrush Kit

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You can shop by skin tone with the ARIALWAND kit and then mix the formulas provided for a custom shade. Each foundation is infused with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to help heal skin instead of just covering up imperfections. 

Paley says to reach for an airbrush kit if you need long-wear makeup. “If you're going to be out all day and night, you can trust airbrush makeup to stay on and look flawless,” she says.

8. TEMPTU Perfect Canvas Flawless Complexion Trio

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If you don’t need every makeup shade under the sun, keep things simple with this airbrush trio from TEMPTU. It includes a foundation shade, a blush, and a highlighter in individually-packaged spray form. You don’t need to purchase a system or a device to get started. 

Paley suggests that people with mature skin stay away from airbrush formulas. “Because of the way it’s applied, it can fall into those fine lines and wrinkles pretty easily,” she says. “Similar to texture skin, it can do the opposite of what you want and actually highlight that texture.”

9. DINAIR One Makeup Kit

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This kit bills itself as your one-stop beauty shop to cover uneven skin tone, adjust your hairline and roots, cover tattoos in flash, apply eyeshadow, and more. It comes with the airbrush device, 10 foundation shades, a cleaner, and a help guide.

The best part about this kit is that you can choose your desired foundation finish. Choose from velvet, matte, satin, or natural.

10. PELCAS Air Airbrush Makeup Machine

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If you want to use your own foundation and are just looking for an airbrush machine, pick up this one from PELCAS. You can mix your already-loved color right in, and it only takes a few drops. This kit comes with the machine, tip cover, and empty canisters to add your own makeup to. 

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