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Fenty Beauty: the honest verdict.

The brand that reset makeup inclusivity standards in 2017. Tested across the 50-shade Pro Filt'r foundation line and two other icons.

9.2/10
Glow score
Position
Industry-leading · Inclusive
Founded
2017 · USA
Available at
Sephora AU
Reviewed by
The Glow Editorial Team · Editorial Team
Independent editorial team · glow.com.au/authors/
Updated
April 2026
The verdict

Still the industry standard for inclusivity.

Fenty's original 50-shade launch changed the global foundation market. The formulas remain excellent across the range. Pro Filt'r Soft Matte is the best matte-finish foundation at its price. Gloss Bomb is category-defining. Concealer range matches the foundation depth. The brand is still operating ahead of competitors on shade range and consistency.

What they do right

  • 50+ shade range across foundations
  • Pro Filt'r Soft Matte leads matte category
  • Gloss Bomb is icon-level
  • Consistent formulation quality

What to know

  • Sephora-exclusive in AU (no mass retail)
  • Premium pricing on brushes and packaging

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