If possible get samples or go to a store that sells this product to try out the colors first. Wow$55 for foundation. Pretty Please? One foundation has been tested with a q-tip. Would like to see a review of No 7 Lift & Luminate Foundation. Watch the colors, though. I keep going in to get the Nars foundation but the colors are so yellow I have a hard time choosing and end up leaving without it Ill get a sample soon. I've used this for about 6 years and absolutely love the results. So now I am asking you to please give it a try. I would truly like to use a foundation that has all or mostly healthy ingredients rather than mostly chemicals with a few decent ingredients thrown in, but it can be crazy trying to find the right thing. Tatcha crafts pure yet potent skincare rituals, merging beloved Japanese botanicals with proven clinical ingredients for radiance from skin to soul. WPFI. Have you reviewed Loreal visible lift blur foundation? Hi Charity~ I havent tried Face Atelier foundation but I can put it on the list of things to try. Thanks for all you do! I hope I dont disappoint you too much but I probably wont be doing a post on cruelty-free, clean, organic or all-natural products. Sephora Collection Matte Perfection Tinted Moisturizer (Review) Sheer skin-like coverage good for all skin types. I have combination skin and I liked these foundations. It was so bad, I thought it must truly be for people with oily skin. All content that you submit may be used at Space NK's sole discretion. And Lavandox, an ingredient extracted from Spanish lavender, that not only reduces the appearance of wrinkles by 11% after 24 hours of application, it inhibits muscle contractions that lead directly to fine lines and wrinkles (natures botox maybe?). I have been unable to find a review on Elizabeth Ardens flawless finish 24hr satin foundation and wondered if you had tried it or would be able to do a review on it. I still appreciate your drugstore posts, too, as I splurge on skin care but save on eye and lip products. Still, it was the best I tried, until . Im 52 and have only started using foundation a year ago. I am glad to see my holy grail is one of yours also YSL All Hours Foundation. I was at Ulta yesterday and tried Becca Aqua Luminous Perfecting Foundation and love it! FINISH: Velvet Matte Unfortunately, I think it went up in price and they dont seem to offer the 30% sales they used to. I am so thankful for these reviews! wow! I absolutely love the foundation for my skin. Oh, honey its just getting started! It seems to be very hydrating and good coverage! I was color matched to 6 different shades of Giorgio Armani and SO many people kept telling me it was the best. Formulated with vitamins C and E, essential oils and shea butter, this breakthrough foundation instantly blurs the skins imperfections and delivers a luminous, natural-looking finish (that lasts up to 24 hours!) Id love to hear what you think. I personally didnt see the need for a primer with this either (though primer addicts may disagree). Ive heard that the Beautycounter skin tint leaves a yellowing/discoloration on your hands as well and it is attributed to the natural ingredients reacting with the oil in your hands and it too washes right off. Well add another item to my To Buy List Im always testing out different foundations (its so hard to find the perfect match and formula!) I absolutely LOVE your foundation reviews! I use the Colour 302 Sable. You dont need powder and its got anti-aging ingredients, so possibly you can save with skincare too (or at least get by with lower end items). You really have helped me not only with my skincare, makeup, educating me about menopause but also you have helped me with getting through lockdown and working from home. I too, want to know what lip color you are wearing, its perfect! However, there is not a single one that really SPEAKS TO ME and says Come Hither I am THE one. I would so love to fall in love with one foundation. Thanks so much for the research and skin care tips! Hi Andrea, I have tried Les Beiges but never on camera. Hi Cindy~ I havent tried Tarte Amazonian Clay because there isnt a good color match for me. Why the contradiction? My only complaint is it seems like the bottle wasn't even halfway full when I got it out of the box : (. But a random Lancme and EL sample seemed to be a bette color match. I was completely defeated yesterday looking for yet another foundation to try because every one of them promises so much and half the reviewers say its their holy grail and another handful say It settled into every line. There is nothing worse having that make up look where the foundation wears of in patches and that heavy oily look..i love watching your videos Angie and its lovely to see someone who has very similar problems and thank you as my skin is starting to improve. 2 Foundation Brush or Retractable Kabuki Brush, load product evenly onto the brush, Using circular strokes, apply and buff the product onto the face, loading the brush as needed. Ill try a new one once in awhile but always go back to it. Either way, it washed right off and is a non-issue now. = Immaculate Foundation has a liquid to powder finish. I think my favorite non-drugstore foundation of all-time would be Vincent Longos Water Canvas creme-to-powder foundation. Oil-free, non-comedogenic formula won't cause blemishes or clog pores, Lightweight formula transforms instantly from a liquid to powder to a longwearing velvet matte finish, Absorbs 75% of its weight in oil without drying skin, 100% reported an improvement in overall skin appearance and skin smoothness, 83% reported a decrease in oil production and the need for touch-ups, 80% reported a visible improvement in the appearance of acne scars, 70% reported a visible improvement in the appearance of pore size, 63% reported a reduction in the appearance of breakout severity *Based on a 4-week consumer study of 30 women with oily, acne-prone skin. This might be of interest to those who like lighter coverage with a subtle glow. I dont consider myself to be oily either, and I love that foundation. Great post, Kate! Xoxo, Love to see Makeup Forever HD on list. Hope I can find one to match my skin tone. Thanks! Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Foundation (Review) Medium to Full coverage, best for all skin types, CYO Lifeproof Long Lasting Foundation (Discontinued) (Review) Medium coverage, best for dry skin, good for all skin types, Boots Soap & Glory Kick Ass Foundation is the exact same formula from the same parent company (Also Discontinued). display: none !important; How do you keep foundation and eye concealer under your eyes from creasing? She said it was a Merle Norman product. One HOURGLASS Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation in Beige 1ml/.03oz I have oily skin so this sounds perfect! Just finished watching your most recent Foundation Friday video, and had not been aware that you had developed this list. Maybe a review in the future? I am very surprised to see that you do not have Lancme listed at all except the Visionnaiire as an epic fail. The item came quickly and was clearly new in a sealed box with the pump separated from the sealed foundation. Unfortunately I bought a shade that was too dark and too orange for me, but I would not buy another shade as this foundation is not great for dry skin as it highlights dry patches that you didnt even know existed. It goes on smooth and doesn't feel like I'm even wearing foundation. I've battled with problem skin my whole life, and this product has helped turn my skin into something I'm now proud of rather than hiding from. Watching you videos have saved me from wasting money on products that dont do what they claim, instead I go straight to the products you recommend! @stef I have my share of foundation. I just went to Ulta and found a travel size of Your Skin But Better to try before committing to the full size. A few weeks ago I had asked you if you had tried Estee Lauders Perfecting Foundation, and you said that you had not tried it. Katelyn Gambler Any emails will include the ability to opt-out of future communications. Hello ! Required fields are marked *. If it is not up there in the HGs, it is just beneath them. Im curious, how did you apply this foundation? Have you tried the Hourglass primer? I was looking for a foundation that wouldnt settle into my fine lines & wrinkles, as Im 64. Hi Cathy~ Im so happy my reviews helped you find a foundation you love!! I saw a woman in her early 50s on the street that had such a flawless finish, I stopped her to ask what foundation she used. Work quickly and in small sections, as Immaculate immediately transforms from liquid to powder as you blend. . The Arbonne foundation is fantastic. Thanks, Hi Pamela~ For very dry skin Id suggest Philosophy Take A Deep Breath Cushion Compact, Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua, Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer, or Bourjois Healthy Mix Radiance Reveal Foundation. I did think it was a tad pricey, but worth it. Was even going to purchase a second bottle, but Sephora was out of my shade :( Had to use something different this time around. always looking for a new great foundation, and may just end up trying this one out! Hi! can you include more lancome foundations reviews on your channel? Why would you use one over the other? This was the best price I found shopping around on the net. Have you used any of the Lancme products? I can also put it on my eyes without reaction, seeing as I have not yet found a Primer & or concealer that either works well or that I can use on my eyes without burning. But this one looks so nice and light, kind of like a BB cream? There was an error submitting your review, please try again later. I prefer it to double wear as its not as thick and mask like but it does wear off a little more during the day. Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on Foundation, Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- You may also like, {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}. I loved the look of the foundation but would love to see one of your thorough wear tests done. I am as oily as they come, I seriously could saute a whole pan of mushroom with the oil off my face, that being said I will have to look into this because I cant find anything to truly control the oil. Blurring, hydrating and heat-proof - Hourglass' all-new face base, available in 32 shades, gives a soft-focus finish that lasts all day. Use this as my day time cover honey my normal shade. None of the content that you submit shall be subject to any obligation of confidence on the part of Space NK, its agents, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners or third party service providers and their respective directors, officers and employees. Free when you spend 20 Shade #3 matches my skin exactly. Yes, I believe the Loreal Magic Nude is discontinued. I love your reviews. We are same age and similar skin so I would be interested in your review as I agree with most everything you are looking for in a foundation . My favorite foundation EVER was LOreals Air Wear or Translucide foundationsI dont know why they were discontinued because they made my skin look flawless. Really appreciate your honest option on your reviews. Hi Angie, I love your reviews so much! Pingback: The Lipstick League Weekend Posts | Phyrra | Beauty for the Bold. Disclosure: This review includes products that were provided by the manufacturer/PR firm for our consideration. Can you recommend a medium to full coverage foundation that has a semi-dewy finish or at least is not very matte? I don't hate this foundation. My fave with it is Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet! Have you tried the diorskin forever foundation. Powered by flowers, these perfumes and home fragrances are made to elevate your confidence in your day-to-day. I know theyre using Mary Kay exclusively on Project Runway. So cute. Amazon This isnt a sponsored post,by the way, and the product was gifted with no strings attached. I hope this will help you to find a great foundation for your mature skin! Too bad the price is so steep for a one ounce bottle. Too bad, because it sounds amazing. 3 Thank you for your time. You are classy and beautiful!!! A friend recommended FaceFinity All Day Flawless 3-in-1 Foundation to me. I would love to see a Foundation Friday on Gerda Spillman Biofond foundation. Hi Angie, Hi Angie! What Im wondering is, have you ever considered evaluating the more organic or natural lines, such as Origins, Mineral Fusion, Lavera, Youngevity mineral make-up, and so on? Recentlty I ran across a foundation that perhaps you should review. xo ~angie. Did you like this article? I have dry mature skin and large pores. SKIN TYPE: Oily or blemish-prone skin, Shop All Electronics Cameras, Photo & Video, Shop All Electronics Cell Phones & Accessories, Shop All Electronics Computers, Laptops & Parts, Shop All Electronics Tablets & Accessories, Shop All Electronics Video Games & Consoles, Shop All Electronics VR, AR & Accessories. Kelly. Beautiful matte finish like Stef said. Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. Very expensive wondering if it is worth it ? Jodee. You agree to our updated Terms & Conditions, Privacy & Cookie Policies. My skin has improved so much since Ive been using the Timeless Vitamin C serum and the Curology! More than one has tried to recommend it for me. I would like to say that I agree with you, as I have tried many of these right along with you. She is such a picky foundation/tinted moisturizer/SPF person formulas I think are light and airy, shes all its too heavy! So Hourglass has just shot to the top of my short list time to get to Sephora and check it out. I just wondered have you tried Chanel Les Beiges foundation at all? But a matte finish??? Can you please direct me? Check out our colour matching tool by clicking the 'find your shade' option below the product price to help you make the right choice. No, I havent tried anything from Mary Kay. Hi angie will you try pur 4 in one selfie foundation, many thanks.x. The IT CC cream you mentioned is a perfect example: IT Cosmetics is a cruelty-free company but the company has been acquired by LOreal. First, way too much comes shooting out of the tube whenever I try to use this. I dont think I have reviewed MAC Studio Fix Fluid, Ill put it on the list of foundations to try! I recently tried Maybellines Fit Me Matte + Poreless, and it finishes with a nice, light powder-like texture. Thank you, Hi Angie! All you have to do is go to Angies youtube channel and type in a particular foundation name in her search box, and itll pull up the video. Also check out J. I also would love to see a review of Il Makeiage. I am hoping you review the new Dior Forever and also the Dior Capture Totale. that is known by you to be false, inaccurate or misleading; that infringes any third party's copyright, patent, trademark, trade secret or other proprietary rights or rights of publicity or privacy; that violates any law, statute, ordinance or regulation (including, but not limited to, those governing export control, consumer protection, unfair competition, anti-discrimination or false advertising); that is, or may reasonably be considered to be, defamatory, libellous, hateful, racially or religiously biased or offensive, unlawfully threatening or unlawfully harassing to any individual, partnership or corporation; that is, or may reasonably be considered to be submitted in extreme volumes and as such be deemed as spam; for which you were compensated or granted any consideration by any third party; that includes any information that references other websites, addresses, email addresses, contact information or phone numbers; that contains any computer viruses, worms or other potentially damaging computer programs or files. This really helps me get a better sense of what Im seeing, too. Hi Becky~ I got it and am testing it for an upcoming Foundation Friday. Innovative Hourglass, one of the most sought-after cruelty-free makeup brands, creates next-gen skincare and luxury vegan beauty products. I would love to see a review on MAC Studio fix fluid foundation! And it melted into my skin! Pingback: Favorite Reads of the Week | BeautyTidbits, Your email address will not be published. It also may contain an affiliate link, a link that gives us a small commission if you purchase the item. Thanks to you, Ive given Chanel Perfection Lumiere another try and do like it on my t-zone especially in the summer when its so humid. Just found your website, and am really enjoying your videos and reviews! I see that the original date of this list is from 2016. I loved the coverage and a little went a long way. If you click the link and buy something, I receive a commission for the sale. Hi Angie. I was wondering if you have ever tested Prescriptives brand foundation? (I used to buy it at the department store, but now it is only available for purchase online, at their website.) definetaly among top 5 and higher than chanel. I think some hourglass items are worth it, though! Definitely have to try this out! I have oily skin and the combination of this plus Make Up For Ever HD Finishing Powder pretty much has me set all day. This really does work. I have never been a foundation girl but now that I am rounding the big 50, I am searching for a foundation that helps hide those imperfections. Robyn, Its in this Ulta Haul video: http://www.hotandflashy50.com/ulta-haul-mini-reviews-tarte-shape-tape-loreal-pro-glow-foundation-more/, Enjoy your videos. This looks awesome @Stef! Angie, I love your Foundation Friday series! I like it. Just FYI! It doesnt cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. Applying it in an even manner over the face helps ensure that skin looks luminous, dewy and perfect all throughout the day. Did you have a dry skinned person try it out, or was it the Chanel sales person? This and the Maskcara Hac Pac are my HG for foundation. Love the pump, but hate that I couldnt tell when it was going to run out. Lip Gloss, a super-shiny lip gloss that works to nourish the lips. Thanks for your videos and blog. Dermstore, Style, Beauty, and Health for Women in their Hot-Flash Years. Hi Angie, I was wondering if you could give Laura Geller products a review. . I started watching your Foundation Friday videos and I am going to try foundation again. It covers well and matched my skin tone perfectly. Hi Angie, Would you try Estee Lauder Perfecting Foundation, it is very light and I wonder how similar is to your loved one Chanel Ultra Le Teint Velvet. It looks great on your skin. Site by I fight Rosacea, and am on a constant search for something that will be gentle on my skin, but still make me feel like I am getting it clean when cleansing, and covering effectively but subtley when applying my makeup. You are an amazing host and a true joy to watch and learn from. Ill update it wheneverI reviewa foundation, so be sure to add a bookmark so you can check back often. Cant wait for your 5 top drugstore foundation review most of the foundations you review are to high end for me I like your videos but the make up you review is pretty expensive most people cant afford 45 to 55 dollar foundation wish you did more reasonable foundation reviews take care Loretta. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. & Thanks for your feedback! For me, it has diminished my pores, doesnt sink into the lines, is long lasting and has a matte finish. I do have combo skin that would benefit greatly from this. I have been a bit frustrated with this foundation. The only weird thing, that Ive never had happen with foundationbefore, is it left a yellow coloring behind on my hands after I applied it. Ive tried searching through your site and videos but I didnt find anything. I just started using it again and I really love it. This looks FANCY. Very light, goes on smoothly, and lasts all day! Acne marks have faded away for me to nothing. I like to have fair warning when my product is about to be headed for the trash. It use to come in a glass bottle and I thought this would make the formula less problematic but no. I have heard awesome things about them for mature skin. Im only 34 but some new fine lines around my mouth and forehead have left me dumbfounded and desperate to find a foundation that doesnt accentuate them. It looks perfect on you!! There was an issue with uploading photos, please try again later. Why is the Olay Covergirl simply ageless foundation under epic fail ? Required fields are marked *, + I love the color lipstick youre wearing. Long-wearing & great in a selfie! xo ~angie, Awesome! Nancy. You acknowledge that you, not Space NK, are responsible for the contents of your submission. Also do you like the new Armani fabric foundation. Lol Are you familiar with the brand? How about a small toy and a savings bond or contribution to a 529 plan? Come on now, think of the naturally dark (and natural from a bottle, lamp or spray) ladies. I would also love to see a review of Mary Kay products. Thanks and love your videos. .hide-if-no-js { Love the videos and the blog. Thanks so much for all the work you do to bring these reviews to us! I would love to see a review about Diorskin Airflash Spray Foundation. Superior coverage and keeps oily skin matte all day. Receive your order within 2 hours from a local store. AND its not in stock, so you know its in demand. Wondering what you think of Dr. Ordens, derm Exclusive products. There are really only two foundations thanks! We ship worldwide! AH this sounds amazing! Im interested because it is alcohol and fragrance free. AND, it eliminates the need for powder. I have a really hard time with foundation too, its so hard to match & I always feel stupid asking for help. Love your website! The Chanel Perfection Velvet sample was good, but not perfect at the end of the day my faint eye wrinkles were looking less than faint! Collect your order from one of our stores within 1 hour. A lightweight and moisturizing foundation with anti-aging and antioxidant benefits? I was unable to find it at Sephora after waiting 25 minutes just to get a sales person to help. Hi Angie! Smashbox primers are silicone based, so if something reacts with it Ill try the Laura Mercier Primer instead (water based) and it usually solves the problem. Wearing it today, actually! I love your channel and value your advice. You answered your own question!! Thanks Angie for keeping this running list of foundations. If @stef is raving, I know its a keeper. Would love to know your thoughts, if this substitute would break into the top 3 with a good shade! Of course it is a blessing in disguise towards anti-aging. There seems to be a lot of shades and is supposed to be buildable. Some foundations dont play well with some primers causing the pilling you mentioned. Work quickly and in small sections, as Immaculate immediately transforms from liquid to powder as you blend. Provides a good coverage (especially for people like me who suffer from Rosacea). Unopened product can be returned for a full refund or exchange within 28 days of purchase with proof of purchase. Hi Angie It may only be the Shell shade Im wearing, or perhaps it was a reaction to leftover lotion I had on my hand. This is absolutely my holy grail foundation. I gifted it to both my sisters and mom who all also loved it! Thanks If I could find a match in the limited color selection, Id pay the money at least to have for special occasions. I have very sensitive skin and react easily. I dont like to use primer at all. Im somewhat new to your videos and to this blog, but I really love your reviews.