Foundation Friday: Tarte Face Tape

On April 5, 2019April 4, 2019 By thehannahhardyIn Fair Skin Products, Foundation Friday, ReviewsLeave a comment

Claims
–Longwearing
–Full coverage
–Transfer proof
–Sweat proof
–Hypoallergenic
–Mattifies, hydrates, and brightens
–Waterproof

Price
–$39 at Ulta, tartecosmetics.com, qvc.com
–1.01 oz

Shade Range
–50 shades
–5 undertones
–My shade: 8B Porcelain Beige

Pros
–Vegan
–Cruelty free
–Shade range
–Full coverage
–Buildable
–Worked on my dry skin
–Packaging :: pump!
–Shade match for me
–Hyaluronic acid
–Longwearing
–Worked well with my other complexion products

Cons
–Expensive
–Accessibility/availability :: Ulta exclusive or online

Final Thoughts
This foundation is everything the first Shape Tape Foundation release should have been. I thought this was going to be a cakey mess because of the matte finish, but with proper skin prep, it definitely worked on my dry skin and I loved how it looked. I got full coverage with 2 layers and it built up nicely. The shade match was perfect and this lasted all day. I initially used this with an It Cosmetisc brush, but it was super streaky so I used my sponge to blend it out. I went back to using my normal foundation brush, the Morphe M439, and I didn’t have that problem/ I love and recommend!

No makeup :: Foundation Only :: Full Face

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L’Oreal Infallible Full Wear Waterproof Concealer

On March 20, 2019March 20, 2019 By thehannahhardyIn Fair Skin Products, ReviewsLeave a comment

Claims
–Waterproof
–Transfer-resistant
–Matte finish
–Fade-resistant
–Full coverage
–Little goes a long way
–Cover under eye circles, acne, discoloration, minimize redness

Price
–$12.99 at Ulta
–$10.99 at Target
–$12.99 at Walgreens
–$10.97 at Wal Mart

Shade Range
–25
–My shade: Porcelain

Pros
–Easily accessible
–Shade range
–Large doe foot applicator
–Shade match for me
–Full coverage
–Minimal creasing
–Easy to blend
–Worked with my every day corrector and under eye setting powder

Cons
–Not cruelty free

Final Thoughts
Praise be that there is a shade match for me! It lives up to all of its claims so there’s another bonus. It is pricey for the drugstore, but drugstore prices are on the rise. It’s full coverage, worked with my go to under eye products, and didn’t settle into my fine lines too badly. The wand, formula, and coverage are very Shape Tape-esque so if you’re a Shape Tape fan, give this a go! I love this and will continue to use it.

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Morphe Fluidity Full-Coverage Concealer

On March 13, 2019March 10, 2019 By thehannahhardyIn Fair Skin Products, ReviewsLeave a comment

Claims
–16 hour long wear
–Sweat proof
–Transfer-resistant
–Full coverage
–Soft matte formula
–Conceal & brighten

Price
–$9
—Ulta, morphebrushes.com

Shade Range
–31
–My shade: C1.15
–Bright white option

Pros
–Fragrance free
–Paraben free
–Ophthalmologist tested
–Love the applicator shade, paddle shape
–Easy to blend
–Held up all day
–Worked with my corrector and powder
–Affordable
–Shade range and tones
–Cruelty free
–Shade match for me
–Full coverage
–Minimal creasing and settling
I have a few fine lines under my eyes so all concealers crease and settle the tiniest bit on me

Cons
–Accessibility (Ulta and Morphe stores only or online)

Final Thoughts
I LOVE this concealer. The shade C1.15 is great, it’s easy to blend, and there’s no major creasing or settling. It worked well with my corrector and powder and other complexion products. The applicator gives the perfect amount of product for both under eyes. I always blend and set my under eye area with a beauty sponge. It’s so good and so cheap. I highly recommend!

Facetune approved

Foundation Friday: Maybelline Super Stay Full Coverage Powder

On February 22, 2019February 17, 2019 By thehannahhardyIn Fair Skin Products, Foundation Friday, Reviews1 Comment

Claims
–Full coverage
–Creamy texture
–16 hour wear
–Easy to blend
–Matte finish
–Coverage of a liquid with the finish of a powder

Price
–$11.99 at Ulta
–$9.99 at Target
–$9.99 at maybelline.com
–$7.94 at Wal Mart
–$11.99 at Walgreens

Shade Range
–12
–My shade: Fair Porcelain

Pros
–Shade match for me
–Easily accessible
–Full coverage
–Creamy, blendable formula

Cons
–Not cruelty free
–Shade range

Final Thoughts
There’s a shade light enough for me and you get full coverage in a flash. I can’t ask for much more! I have been looking for a full coverage powder to use on light makeup days or days when I need to get ready in a flash and this is it. I’ve bought a second one to keep in my purse for touch ups. I have perioral dermatitis and dry skin so I knew it would cling in certain areas and it did, but it didn’t bother me. I will definitely continue to use and repurchase this product. It reminds me of a Tarte powder that I loved that was discontinued and I like this price better anyway!

I use it with the sponge it comes with or my Bare Minerals brush.

Primers: Too Faced Hangover RX, elf Blur Stick

approved

Foundation Friday: Morphe Fluidity Full-Coverage

On February 15, 2019February 15, 2019 By thehannahhardyIn Foundation Friday, ReviewsLeave a comment

Claims
–Long-wearing
–Sweat proof
–Water-resistant
–Full-coverage
–Transfer resistant
–Great for all skin types

Price
–$18 for 1.0 oz at Ulta & morphebrushes.com

Shade Range
–60
–My shade: F1.10 Fairest with Neutral Undertones

Pros
–Affordable
–Oil free
–Paraben free
–Full coverage
–Long lasting
–Wasn’t too matte for my dry skin
–Didn’t cake on my dry skin
–Fragrance free
–Shade range and tones
–Cruelty free
–Shade match for me
–Easy to blend
–Worked well with my concealer/powder combo

Cons
–Availability :: can only get online, Morphe stores, and select Ulta stores

Final Thoughts
I got full coverage with one layer and I didn’t have to use much product. I got full coverage in one layer using a brush and a sponge. It covered ALL of my redness. At first, it didn’t want to stick to my nose, but that’s not unusual. I got it to stick using a sponge. I was worried that it would be too matte and drying on my VERY dry skin (thanks, cold weather), but it wasn’t. I do think it would dry down/set and not be tacky, but I always set with a powder regardless. Since my skin is dry, I use a fluffy brush and do a very light dusting. I almost bought shade F1.3 (fairest with pink undertones) because I have VERY pink undertones, but I think it would have been too dark. F1.10 was definitely the shade I needed. I think this is a great, full coverage foundation that is affordable.

Primer: Too Faced Hangover RX, elf Blur Stick
Powder: Milani Prep+Set+Glow
Tools: Morphe M439 and Real Techniques Sponge

AM & PM (after the gym, but I don’t sweat a lot there)

approved

Foundation Friday: NARS Natural Radiant Longwear

On February 1, 2019January 29, 2019 By thehannahhardyIn Foundation FridayLeave a comment

Claims
–Buildable, full-coverage
–16 hour wear
–Transfer proof
–Lightweight
–Fade-resistant
–Sweat proof

Price
–$49 for 1.0 oz
—Nordstrom, Sephora, narscosmetics.com

Shade Range
–33
–My shade: Oslo

Pros
–Paraben free
–Gluten free
–Cruelty free
–Shade range
–Shade match for me
–Fragrance free
–Full coverage
–Longwearing
–Lightweight
–Alcohol free
–Oil free
–Dermatologist tested
–Non-comedogenic
–Packaging, pump!

Cons
–Expensive
–Doesn’t work well with just any concealer or powder

Final Thoughts
The first time I tried this, I used my Hourglass powder and it was a hot mess. It looked heavy, cakey, and just bad. I tried it again with my Milani powder and it was a much better match. It set the foundation, but left my skin glowy and not cakey. I used my Catrice concealer and it was a nope, but it worked well with my Kylie concealer. I love the radiant finish and got full coverage with one layer. I really like this, but there are cheaper foundations that I like just as much that play well with any and all powders and concealers. I do think it’s a great foundation and if it were cheaper, I would definitely buy it.

NARS + Hourglass

NARS + Milani

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Foundation Friday: Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Liquid Makeup

On December 7, 2018December 2, 2018 By thehannahhardyIn Fair Skin Products, Foundation Friday, Reviews2 Comments

I wore this foundation in high school and college and then they changed the shade range and there was no longer a shade match for me. I wore “Shell” forever, but the “Shell” of today is HELLA dark.

Once I got into makeup and started following blogs and watching YouTube, so many people raved about this foundation. I’m over like, “I KNOW IT’S GOOD. I USED IT BEFORE YOU!” I was salty.

Estee Lauder came to their senses and expanded the shade range and when I saw there was one for me, I couldn’t add to my cart fast enough.

Claims
–24 hour wear
–Oil free
–Non-acnegenic
–Medium-to-full coverage
–Matte finish
–Waterproof
–Transfer resistant
–Dermatologist tested
–Fragrance free
–Cool, neutral, and warm undertones available

Price
–$42 for 1.0 oz
—Sephora, Ulta, Nordstrom

Shade Range
–56
–My shade: 0N1 Alabaster
*some shades are online only at some retailers

Pros
–Shade range
–Shade match for me
–Lightweight on the skin
–Full coverage
–Long lasting
–Fragrance free
–Matte finish but can work for dry skin with proper skin prep

Cons
–Packaging :: You can by a pump separately for $10
–Not cruelty free
–Expensive
–Some shades are online only at some retailers

Final Thoughts
There’s a reason this foundation has a cult following and is loved by so many. It is full coverage and will last all.day.long. I definitely need to get the pump, otherwise it pours out and there is potential to waste product and it’s too expensive for that to happen. I have to moisturize, use a glowy/hydrating primer, and use a hydrating spray to make this work for my dry skin, but the end result is worth it. If I don’t hydrate properly, it will look like crap on my dry skin. I also like to mix this with other foundations for a little extra coverage and wear time. I usually wear something lighter for day to day, but I like this for special occasions and long days. I am so glad this foundation is back in my life.

Estee Lauder recently came out with Double Wear Light Soft Matte Hydra Makeup and I want to try it, but there isn’t a shade for me. I need them to expand that line and help a sister out.

Warning my fair looks ~~fabulous~~ like crap in these photos. I’m lazy. Sorry not sorry.