[To skip the mini review/ramble, feel free to scroll down past the 3rd paragraph]
I've tried this foundation out several times and have just been itching to purchase my own bottle of the foundation despite the price tag. I'm usually a person who goes for medium-full coverage, long lasting foundation that I can quickly and easily apply. Given that I have oily-combination skin, I was a bit hesitant about even trying this foundation because of the dewy appearance it seems to give off of the several reviews that I've seen.
Just try it.
Seriously.
It feels light, looks natural, and is long wearing.
Though it does not completely cover my acne scars and other dark marks on my skin, it has enough coverage to even out the skin tone and give a healthy and smooth look to the skin.
With it's unique gel-like consistency, applying it using your hands seems like the best way to go, but flat/round top synthetic brushes like the Real Techniques stippling brush or the infamous Sigma synthetic brush collection work just as great.
It claims to be water resistant but I have yet to test to what extent that is... I'm hoping it's closer to being waterproof because it would be amazing to not have to scare people every time I go to the beach without makeup. ;D
ANYWAYS, MAIN POINT:
If you're around an NC 42, it may be a bit hard to get that perfect shade match.
Shade 34 seems to be the best option, but I find that it does tend to run a tad bit neutral.
It's not a huge difference and given the consistency, it isn't hard to get away with; it can actually look natural.
BUT I just have this pet peeve about foundations that don't closely match my skin and if you decide to use this alone and feel the same way as I do, here are some ways to ameliorate this little setback.
OPTIONS TO SOLVE THIS:
1. Mix 2 foundation shades. Yes, yes, I know, pricey. But if you love this foundation as much as I do, maybe you wouldn't mind. (4 fl. oz. does last quite a while...) The two foundation shades I would probably purchase would be 32 (more suitable for NC 25-35 skin) and 18 (around NC 43-45).
If you can reach a free standing MUFE store, they custom mix shades. Not sure about the MUFE counters, but I know the one in NY does custom mixing)
2. Set with a true yellow based powder The neutral tone isn't extremely noticeable, but like I said, pet peeve. I'm yellow, I need yellow.
3. Use a yellow color corrector Coastal Scents has a nice variety of color correctors that are a light, watery consistency and easily blend into foundations and other products to create the perfect shade. I lost my yellow color corrector but it works great and it doesn't seem to affect the original foundation at all. If you purchase this, just mix in a drop or two of the corrector and blend together (one drop should be sufficient)
If you have any questions, please feel free to message me or leave a comment down below! I'll be glad to help in any way I can. (Especially for those who are purchasing online! I know how hard it is to purchase these things via internet.)
