Maybelline Fit Me Matte & Poreless in 110 is a reliable drugstore workhorse — with caveats

Fit Me Matte & Poreless has been a fixture of the drugstore foundation aisle for over a decade, and shade 110 (Porcelain) is the lightest in the lineup — aimed at very fair, neutral-to-pink complexions. It earns its reputation on oily and combination skin, where the matte, slightly powdery finish helps control shine through a workday.

What it is

This is a medium-coverage liquid foundation with a matte finish, sold in a 1 fl oz glass bottle without a pump. The claim centers on a poreless-looking finish and shine control, positioned for normal-to-oily skin. Shade 110 is the palest option and reads cool-neutral — fair skin with warm or olive undertones will likely find it too pink.

Formula and performance

A verified INCI for this specific shade isn't currently available in the OpenBeautyFacts database, so we're holding back on specific claims about actives, oil-absorbing powders, or the silicone-to-water ratio. Within the broader matte foundation category, finishes like this typically rely on volatile silicones (dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane) for slip and silica or kaolin-type powders for shine control — but we can't confirm that for this exact formulation, so treat it as context rather than analysis.

Based on widely documented user experience, the formula sets quickly to a true matte and benefits from being applied in thin layers — overapplication is the most common complaint, and it can emphasize dry patches or texture if pushed past medium coverage. Wear time on oily skin typically lands in the 6–8 hour range before noticeable breakdown around the nose and chin. On dry skin, expect clinging to flakes by hour three without a hydrating primer underneath.

Who it's for

Best for oily and combination skin that wants visible shine control without a heavy, full-coverage feel. Also a reasonable pick for anyone building a low-cost makeup kit, since the price-to-performance ratio is hard to beat at this tier.

Skip it if you have dry or dehydrated skin, mature skin where matte finishes settle into lines, or if you're sensitive to fragrance — without a confirmed ingredient list, fragrance and allergen status can't be ruled out here. Shade 110 specifically will be too light and too cool for most fair-but-warm complexions; the Fit Me Dewy & Smooth line offers warmer fair options if that's the issue.

The verdict

Fit Me Matte & Poreless remains one of the more competent matte foundations under $10, and that's the lens to judge it through. It's not going to outperform a $40 long-wear foundation on longevity or skin-like finish, but it doesn't need to. For oily skin on a budget, it's a defensible default. We've capped the score because we couldn't verify the ingredient list — readers with fragrance allergies, rosacea, or known silicone sensitivities should check the current INCI on the carton before buying.