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Foundation Friday: Essence Keep Me Covered Long-Lasting
Claims–Medium to high coverage–Melts into the skin–Up to 16 hour wear–Seamlessly melts into the skin–Transfer-proof–Waterproof Price–$6.99 at Ulta Shade Range–15–My Shade: Pale Pros–Cruelty free–Affordable–Packaging, pump!–Oil free–Alcohol free–Vegan–Shade match for me–Easy to blend–Didn’t cake with powder–Buildable coverage Cons–Availability–Shade range–Longevity Final Thoughts–Ulta exclusive–Shade range is absolute trash and all lean yellow/warm–Didn’t last all day, it wore off… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Revlon Illuminance Skin Caring
Claims–Medium, buildable coverage–Increase skin elasticity in 4 weeks–Boosts skin radiance–Blur imperfections–For all skin types Price–$15.99 at Target, Amazon–$17.99 at Ulta–$13.48 in WalMart Shade Range–28–My Shade: Cream Ivory Pros–No parabens, phthalates, or synthetic fragrances–Packaging, pump!–Shade range–Buildable coverage–Easy to blend–Shade match for me–Lightweight–Easily accessible–Radiant finish–Didn’t cake with powder–Ingredients: hyaluronic acid, squalane Cons–Price Final Thoughts–$17.99 is absolute insane… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Juvia’s Place I Am Magic Natural Radiance
Claims–Buildable, medium to full coverage–Natural radiant finish–Weightless–Breathable–Easy glide & blendability–Non-cakey–Blurring/veil of perfection effect–No white cast or oxidation–Water-resistant–Smooth, protect, & hydrate Price–$23 at Ulta, Juvia’s Place Shade Range–33–My Shade: 710 Maricao Pros–Cruelty free–Shade range–Shade match for me–Affordable–Vitamins A, C, & E–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Gorgeous radiant finish–Didn’t cake with powder–Easy to blend–Longevity–Agree with all claims Cons–Availability–Packaging, the pump doesn’t… Continue reading
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HIDE Concealer
Claims–Full coverage–Resists sweat and natural oils–Natural finish–Lightweight–Maintain coverage for 12+ hours–Buildable–Cover acne, dark circles, scars, hyperpigmentation, imperfections Price–$17.95 at Amazon–$26 at Hide Shade Range–20–My Shade: Chiffon Pros–Vegan–Oil-free–Shade match for me–Full coverage–Minimal settling–Non-comedogenic–Cruelty free–Love the large applicator–Easy to blend–Agree with all claims–No creasing–Worked with other under eye products Cons–Availability –Shade range Final Thoughts–Price is mid-tier ::… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Juvia’s Place I Am Magic Powder
Claims–Lightweight–Water-resistant–Minimize imperfections–Smooth, protect, and hydrate–Buildable coverage–Blends seamlessly–Won’t settle into pores–Non-cakey–Long-lasting–Oil control–Silky smooth Price–$18 at Ulta, Juvia’s Place Shade Range–20–My Shade: Oslo Pros–Cruelty free–Affordable–Shade range–Luxe, heavy packaging–Shade match for me–Lightweight–Buildable coverage Cons–Availability–Patchy–Don’t agree with all claims–Looks powdery Final Thoughts–Sheer to light coverage :: I did 2 layers and didn’t get the level of coverage that I… Continue reading
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Speed Reviews: Volume XVI
Bobbi Brown Skin Corrector Stick–Claims :: Creamy formula; up to 12 hours of coverage; medium coverage; natural finish; neutralizes dark under eye circles and discoloration–Price :: $32 at Ulta, Sephora, Nordstrom–Shade Range :: 12–My Shade :: Extra Light Bisque–Pros :: Shade match for me; packaging is sleek & convenient; SO easy to blend; can wear alone or under concealer; creamy; agree with all claims–Cons :: Shade range;… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: LOreal True Match Super-Blendable
Claims–Lightweight–Locks in moisture–Suitable for all skin types–Medium coverage–Natural finish–Super blendable Price–$9.97 at WalMart, Amazon–$9.99 at Target–$13.99 at Ulta Shade Range–47–My Shade: C0.5 Cool Light Pros–Packaging, pump!–Vegan–No alcohol or fragrance–Oil free–Non-comedogenic–Contains hyaluronic acid–Easily accessible–Buildable–Shade range–Lightweight–Easy to blend–Agree with all claims–Longevity Cons–Not cruelty free Final Thoughts–2 layers is almost full coverage, but this is definitely a solid… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: NYX Bare With Me Blur Skin Tint
Claims–Better than a filter–Medium, buildable coverage–Blurs it all–Breathable–Non-greasy–Transfer- and fade-resistant wear–Up to 12 hours of hydration–Helps control shine all day without looking cakey, ashy, or chalky–Matte finish Price–$14 at Ulta, NYX Shade Range–24–My Shade: 01 Pale Pros–Vegan–Cruelty free–Shade range–Shade match for me–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Ingredients :: glycerin, niacinamide–Easy to blend–Flawless finish–Matte finish, but not too matte for… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Maybelline SuperStay Hybrid Powder
Claims–Medium to full coverage–Soft matte finish–Weightless–Resists sweat, water, and makeup transfer–Blends seamlessly–Resists caking and patchiness–Suitable for all skin types–Up to 24 hour wear–Performance of a liquid foundation with the comfort of a powder Price–$14.99 at Ulta, Amazon, Walgreens–$10.99 at WalMart Shade Range–16–My Shade: 102 Pros–Buildable coverage–Lightweight–Dry skin friendly–Easy to blend–Soft focus, flawless finish–Lasted all day–Shade… Continue reading
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Foundation Friday: Tom Ford Traceless Soft Matte
Claims–All day wear–Non-cakey–Non-settling–Humidity and sweat resistant–Color true for 10 hours–Resists fading–Soft-focus finish–Blurring effect–Skin-like matte finish–Medium to full coverage–For all skin types–Hydrating Price–$89 at Sephora, Nordstrom, Tom Ford Shade Range–40–My Shade: 0.5 Porcelain–I received a sample of this in 0.5, but I think 0.1 Cameo would be my best match Pros–Shade range–Contains hyaluronic acid–Non-comedogenic–Packaging, pump! (twists… Continue reading
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