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Friday, 10 October 2014

My top 5 foundations

I was asked for foundation and bronzer recommendations from someone who has been out of the make up game for a while so thought I would share my top five with mini reviews.



Nars Sheer Glow

This foundation is medium coverage (not sheer) and is perfect for creating glowing skin. I would say that I didn't get the hype at first as I found that it made my skin look a bit too shiny and greasy if too much was applied however I think that I have now perfected the application and I love it! I would say don't use too much and just spend that little bit extra time buffing it into the skin with a makeup brush and it looks amazing. If you do have an oily skin type i would avoid this foundation but if you do want to give it a try, don't be shy with the powder over the top.

Mac Face and Body

Great if you are looking for a light foundation with sheer coverage. The consistency is quite runny and I find it quite easy to apply. I love it because the lightness of it leaves your skin feeling quite breathable and fresh,  however if you are having a day where you feel that you need a little more coverage, you can easily just use a little more and build upon it without it looking packed and cakey.

Rimmel Match Perfection

A fantastic foundation in the cheaper price range for those on a tight budget. I would actually say that I often reach for this foundation over my higher priced ones. A nice consistency and medium coverage. Leaves a lovely flawless finish and stays put all day! After testing this one, I now favour it over the Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation as I think the finish is more natural.

Mac Mineralize

 I bought this foundation after a girl in Mac used it on me for my Graduation Ball and I absolutely loved it straight away! A thicker consistency and quite thick coverage maybe better for a night out rather than everyday wear. It might just be the shade that I own, however I would say that it can look a little orange if too much is applied so make sure that you get the perfect colour match to your skin!

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser

I think I was put off tinted moisturisers after I OD'd on the Benefit You Rebel a couple of years back. However my love for them has been reignited with this fantastic one from Laura Mercier. Perfect if you are having a day where you don't want to use foundation but you think your skin still needs a little something. Light weight, moisturising and very easy to use concealer and other makeup products over the top if you are looking for that barely there look but perhaps have a few blemishes that need covered up. 

Look out for my top 5 bronzers! 

Thanks for reading! xx 


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