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Best Mushroom Vegan Foundation With Enchanted Forest Roots That’s Almost as Magical as You Are

December 14, 2024 · In: Beauty, Cruelty Free, Eco Friendly, Gifts

We’re lucky to live in an era where natural, vegan foundation is becoming more mainstream. And we don’t have to travel to an enchanted forest to find it! (Even though traveling to an enchanted forest does sound nice.)

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This is a box of Fungdation by Axiology sitting in a Christmas tree to show vegan foundation.

Best Vegan Foundation

Finding the perfect vegan foundation can be like dating. You try one that looks good, but then, ultimately, it’s not a good look for you. Then, you see another type you might like, but then it ends up being a little too much or kinda dense or absolutely aggravating to deal with.

What you really need is to meet your match. But why is that SO DANG HARD?

However, your luck is about to change because you’re about to meet a real head-turner.

You’re about to meet the makeup of your dreams.

This post is all about the best mushroom vegan foundation!

A note to say…

This page contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission if you make a purchase through my affiliate link at no extra cost to you. My recommendations are always items I buy or totally want to buy!

Fungdation by Axiology

Fungdation

The beauties at Axiology recently sent me their brand-new mushroom vegan foundation that’s like nothing we’ve seen . Made from two unique types of mushrooms, snow and reishi, this innovative formula is designed to keep skin extra hydrated.

Did you know that snow mushrooms can retain up to 500 times their weight in water? Which, when added to Fungdation, is conducive to plumping the skin. Additionally, reishi mushrooms’ beta-glucans enhance hydration, helping your complexion get that glow it likes to show. These two natural elements make Axiology’s Fungdation different from other foundations on the market.

Fungdation

Best Vegan Foundation

We all have varying needs when it comes to our skin, but I’d say the common denominator is: WE WANT TO LOOK GOOD. And we want it to be easy!

How many times have we smeared too much makeup on, made a mess, and then had to start over or just accept the fact that we look like a horror movie?

How many times have we ended up with the wrong shade and looked slightly orange or grey?

How many times have we perfected what we THOUGHT was the perfect blend, but ended up looked crinkled and crease-y anyway?

Oh y’all, guilty on all three counts.

I’ve tried many concealers, cover-ups, powders, and foundations, and what I like about Fungdation is the smooth application and the light feel that feels like I’m wearing zero makeup.

Fungdation

Extra reasons Fungdation is fungtastic

  • Vegan, meaning ingredients are sourced naturally. and not from animal or animal derivatives
  • Cruelty-free, meaning there was no inhumane testing on animals
  • Zero-Waste! Saying it a little louder for those on the balcony level. ZERO WASTE! The packaging and product contain ZERO PLASTIC which means you can compost or recycle your paper container and say SEE YA, PLASTIC.
  • Okay, the fact that mushrooms are working their beauty magic is pretty magical to me!
  • This is a woman-owned and operated brand. Remember: WHO runs the world?
  • Lots of shades to choose from for all skin types. They have even have a shade match service to help you pick the right blend for you.
  • I like purchasing from brands that care about their customers. Axiology is friendly, responsive, and innovative.
  • This brand is going against the flow in a market where most products are housed in plastic and many are still testing on animals. I’m all for supporting this compassionate company!
  • I’m not the only one raving about this new vegan foundation. Check out these glowing reviews!
Here's the red container of Fungdation sitting in a pink and colorfully-lit Christmas tree to show vegan foundation brands.

I’m just a girl standing
in front of a mirror,
asking myself,
how do I NOT screw this up?

Kat stano, average human trying to succeed in wearing makeup
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How To Apply Axiology Mushroom Vegan Foundation

Just to be clear, I’ve probably been applying makeup incorrectly my whole life! I’m no expert!

Honestly, I’m just a girl standing in front of a mirror, asking myself, how do I NOT screw this up?

  1. Open awesomely plastic-free container.
  2. Your new Fungdation will look like the foundation version of the Multi-Sticks.
  3. Slide your finger over the surface lightly. Then, apply and blend into your skin.
  4. The light, silky texture allows for little product to be used, but covers imperfections and smooths skin tone in a natural way.
  5. I didn’t use a makeup brush, but that would also work to help even out the foundation.

I got compliments on my skin after using Fungdation just one time. This shows how easy it was to apply and blend without extensive practice!

{Related Posts: Zero-Waste Makeup Sticks That Reduce Your Carbon Footprint + One Awesome Zero-Waste Makeup Brand That Will Reduce Your Carbon Footprint}

What Else Do They Got Up Their Magical Sleeves???

Axiology also makes the best plastic-free makeup sticks for three-in-one usage! Eyes, lips, and cheeks! I love the simplicity of this system because it helps me to get ready in about five minutes!

If you want to know more about these dreamy, creamy Balmies and Multi-Sticks, you can read more here. If you want to know EVEN MORE, you can read even more about them here!

Axiology Beauty

Favorite Color Sticks? GO.

If I had to choose my go-to makeup for eyes, lips, and cheeks, I’d say I love the Tinted Dews and Multi-Sticks. I also love the Vegan Lip Balm in Peppermint, though Unscented is also great.

Tinted Dews are just a teensy hint of color! And the Multi-Sticks are bolder and more colorful. I like the chunky shape of the tubes, which are easy to hold but small enough to carry in your purse.

Fungdation Samples at $2 a Pop!

If you want to try a few different shades before buying the full-size container, Axiology has $2 samples!

I’d recommend this route if you’re…

  • Busy and don’t have time to take photos of your face to match your shade.
  • Absolutely frazzled when making a decision on, like, ANYTHING (You’re in good company, cuz this is me, BTW.)
  • Wanting to give away gifts or little happys you can plop in a gift basket or Christmas stocking!
  • A sample girl or guy!
  • Being cautious about your budget.
  • Always prepared for touch-ups with a bit of extra makeup in your purse or bag. These samples are perfect for travel!
  • A major homebody and you only go out if YOU MUST, so you don’t need a lot of additional makeup right now that might go to waste, HOWEVER, you do have the occasional on-camera work meeting and sometimes need to take your look to the next level. By “next level,” I mean actually brushing your hair and probably wearing a bra. And trying your $2 Fungdation sample!

Makeup enhances our natural beauty,
but the most worthy parts of us
have nothing to do with silky skin
or luxurious lashes.
It’s the goodness in our hearts,
the wonder in our souls,
the glow that comes from within.

Kat Stano

Why It’s Important to Try Vegan & Plastic-Free Foundation

If you’re looking to make a change in your makeup routine, Axiology’s Fungdation is definitely worth a try. The product is excellent and, on top of that, they’re zero-waste and cruelty-free.

The samples are a good way to start, but if you’re confident in your shade number, go for it! I studied the models’ faces and what most looked like my skin tone and texture, then chose what I thought would work best for me. I chose Shade One.

Those with the smallest footprints
sometimes have the biggest hearts.
(I’m mostly talking about dogs here,
but humans can be
pretty cool, too.)

Kat Stano

Also, if you’re making a change, you’re planning on spending a few bucks on something different anyway! Support an earth-conscious company while discovering what I think will be your next favorite foundation.

Of course, specialty products aren’t always the cheapest, and we can only afford what we can afford. BUT if we can splurge a few extra dollars, we’re creating more of a demand, which might make the prices even better in the long run. Now, I’m not an economist, but I took Economics in college and was totally crappy at it, but supply and demand’s a thing, y’all! (Though, seriously, you might want to consult an ACTUAL Economics professor. I can take no responsibility for teaching you all bad math.)

When you choose compassionate brands, you make a statement that you care, too.

Conclusion

To be completely honest, I had high hopes to begin with. And this vegan foundation turned out to be just as I imagined it would be. It’s like craving a specific dish and thinking it will taste a certain way, and then it does! It’s a great feeling for things like that to align.

This post was all about Axiology’s very new and inventive mushroom foundation…and I hope I helped you to decide if you’d like to try it, too!

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  1. Domii says

    December 15, 2024 at 5:02 pm

    This looks so nice, being vegan adds a top layer to it. I definitely want to try that brand. Thanks for sharing that!

    Reply
    • kstano says

      December 15, 2024 at 5:48 pm

      Thank you, Domii! Yes, I thought it was super easy to use and I love the vegan aspect. I appreciate your note, too!

      Reply
  2. Jenna | Heavenly Spiced says

    December 18, 2024 at 7:02 pm

    I must try the Fungdation by Axiology!! Love the idea of reishi for skincare. Thanks for sharing this list!

    Reply
    • kstano says

      January 1, 2025 at 8:34 pm

      Yes! It’s a really nice, light foundation/Fungdation! I love the natural ingredients, too! Thank you, Jenna, for your nice note!

      Reply
  3. Tiana-Magick Zen says

    December 18, 2024 at 9:44 pm

    I love the name of this product

    Reply
    • kstano says

      December 20, 2024 at 11:14 pm

      Me, too! It’s so perfect! Thanks for your note, Tiana!

      Reply

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