This foundation seems to be one of the most spontaneous purchases that I’ve ever had. They had huge discounts and I couldn’t help but add it to the cart immediately once I saw this product.
When I opened the delivered box with the product inside, I was shocked with the quality of the packaging:
The packaging is actually thick glass, the top cap is of nice quality plastic and the spatula inside seems to be perfect. There is also the logo in the glass which won’t fade over time either. And this is all for a ridiculous sum of money. It looks absolutely decent on my vanity and I guess there isn’t a person to guess its actual price.
On the back you’ll find all the needed info about the product.
I used to think that the formula would be very difficult to apply with the spatula but in reality it proved to be very convenient to use.
Opening the tube and during application of the foundation, you’ll feel a very subtle lemon caramel smell, which doesn’t smell chemical by the way. But I have to say that on Instagram I read that one girl complained and said that she won’t repurchase just because of the smell. Well, here, the only thing that I’ve left to say is that tastes are different...
The consistency is liquid but the product gives medium coverage that is more close to the full. I opted for the Soft Beige color which is 70~80% mine. I don’t need a lighter or darker shade but the undertone is too yellow for my complexion.
The application is easy-breezy and the product is nice to smear with a brush. The coverage is very close to the full which means that it’ll conceal all the pores and skin blemished. The finish is a tad matte yet there’s a little bit of a lively dewy finish as well which is only for the better.
This foundation stays well on my skin the entire day, even if I don’t set it with powder. But my face starts shining with oil some time later after the application and at first it even looks beautiful but then I desperately need to use blotting papers or powder.
As for the disadvantages, I can list the following: the product shows flakey skin. So, before any special occasion or anything you’ll have to exfoliate your face well and probably apply a hydrating mask to get better results from this foundation.
I also want to warn you and advise you not to use this product as a concealer as it creases and shows the eye's crevices. (you can actually see it in the photo). If you’re in a hurry and apply this product very quickly, then it won’t look even over the skin. It won’t be very visible though, and could be easily corrected with a face powder.
BEFORE and AFTER photo:
And my makeup with the foundation on (I also used the Clarins powder and blusher).
With the makeup on photo you can see how beautifully this product looks on my skin. This is just the bomb, isn’t it?
This is a special occasion product for me and comparing it with the other foundations that I have, this one is really among one of my faves.
Highly recommended!