Q&A: Favourite foundations

[akane]

La Prairie Skin Caviar
Giorgio Armani Matte Silk Foundation
Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse
IPSA Skin Renew
Sofina Raycious Liquid Foundation

 

[gruveechik]

Cover FX all the way baby!!! It is my absolute Holy-Grail foundation.
http://www.coverfx.com/products/index.html

"COVER FX colour cosmeceuticals can be used safely by men and women; with any skin type or colour; and are the first choice for people with sensitive and intolerant skin. COVER FX products are formulated to include dermatologist approved ingredients and UV protection."

- buildable coverage from light to superior coverage
- perfect for sensitive skin (developed in a hospital for burn victims)
- SPF 30
- excellent range of skin tone matches
- available in Canada (some Shoppers Drug Marts) and US (Nordstrom)

- 2 formulations:
1) Natural FX - Water Based Liquid Foundation - A revolutionary hydro-silicone fluid foundation developed for the most sensitive skins and recommended by leading dermatologists. Water fresh foundation combines the ultimate coverage of a cream and the blending ease of a fluid. Global shade palette available in over 20 shades. Please go to site for more info.

2) Cover FX - Total Coverage Cream Foundation (i use this b/c i need superior coverage for hyperpigmentation). A state of the art opaque, cream formulation developed for the most sensitive skins and recommended by leading dermatologists. Over 40 shades available. Here's info for THIS formulations:

• All skin types
• Moderate to major skin imperfections (...more)

• Revolutionary Dermafix Technology binds coverage to skin for optimum all day wear, enhanced coverage and water resistance
• Dewy finish illuminates dry and mature skins. Skin looks younger, healthy and flawless.
• Formulated with ultra refined ingredients to reduce allergic reactions, irritation and blemishes
• Vitamin E and Bisabolol are anti-inflammatory actives which reduce skin redness and sensitivity
• Super-charged lipids restores the lipid barrier by replenishing dry and scaling skin
• Dual benefits - concealer/foundation in one.
• SPF 30, Vitamin E, and anti-oxidants protects against signs of environmental damage
• Non-Comedogenic - All ingredients used are not known to block pores
• Concentrated with encapsulated pigments to achieve optimum coverage.
• Cruelty Free - Not Tested on Animals

Size :: 12 g / 0.42 oz
Price :: Can/US - $37.00

 

[LafemmeM]

I tried Bare minerals out and hated it It made my pores look huge and was not good with my oily skin--infact, it made my skin oilier!

I use Lancome Teint idole now for it's matte look and 14 hr coverage

 

[SanDiego]

I LOVE Mac Cosmetics.

They have so many colors and it's foundations don't irrate or dry out the skin. I am head over heels, completly in love with Mac's Studio Tech Foundation. It goes on cool, and makes your skin look flawless.

I can't buy any other cosmetics.

I love Studio Tech too, it makes your skin look soooo smooth!

 

[johnnys_girl09]

maybelline dream matte mousse is good
i know some people said that HATE that stuff..
but it works totally fine on my skin..

 

[Jasmine<3]

Is biotherm makeup foundation any good? =)

 

[sofialuv]

I find it to be rather good Jasmine
Really natural cover and very smooth so it´s easily spreadable.

 

[Jasmine<3]

oh relaly? good =) im thinking of getting that.. but today the nice saleslady gave me 2 testers.. i tried the new mouse one on my face.. bleh, i don't really like it..
so i have the oil free liquid foundation matte one... =) and the matte foundation... moderate coverage..for normal to combination skin..
i was wondering, did it make u break out? because im still at the adolecence age and my acne is slowly declineing.. so i dont want to make it worst.. unlike my MAC studio fix ><.

 

[Guessgirl96]

Liquid/fluid same thing ...

Prescriptives Traceless is a brand ...

I use Prescriptives Custom Blend to match my skin tone exactly. Coverage is great. The off-the-shelf stuff isn't bad either (used that before they started making the custom blend). If you have hard to match skin, look no further.

I'm assuming you need to have a counter in the area, or is there another way to do it? I've tried so many foundations but I can never find one that matches well, so I use a very light coverage one that doesn't show up on my skin much. I'd like something with better coverage though since I have ance and huge pores to cover up

 

[Andro]

I love PRADA tinted moisturizer and for special occasions I've found that nothing goes on more natural looking than Estee Lauder Futurist Age-Resisting Makeup spf 15

 

[madem0iselle]

prescriptives custom blend is the best! but pricey! if you have dry skin like me they can add more moisturizer if you want a glowy dewy face like me, they can add it too. if you want a matte finish they acn do that too. its purrfect and you can choose if you want an even coverage or more covered coverage or light. <3

 

[mais]

I love PRADA tinted moisturizer and for special occasions I've found that nothing goes on more natural looking than Estee Lauder Futurist Age-Resisting Makeup spf 15

I absolutely loveeeeee PRADA tinted moisturiser its amazing!!!!! i cannot live without it

 

[madem0iselle]

prescritpives custom blend is the best! suits your skin and tone!

 

[sanrio]

I use Chanel and Christian Dior...I think those are the best that I used...oh...and also...Helena Rubinstein isn't bad.

 

[madem0iselle]

i think im going to go get the chanel double perfection compact,it wouldnt hurt to get the armani one too right? how long does foudnation last?, since i just got the prescriptive

 

[madem0iselle]

does the prada tinited moisturizer cover a lot or is it a light coverage?

 

[Jane Loves Marc]

Bare Minerals coverage is really good. What is amazing that it really makes your pores dissapear and bumps blend in naturally. It really covers red areas in your skin so well. What I love about it most is that it doesn't feel like your wearing makeup. I never used to wear foundation because of that... it felt like a mask on. I think it is miracle foundation. I have sold so many friends on it!

They have all these great shades of blushes and "warmth" that gives you a natural tan glow with out having to fake tan it.

They have 10000000 million eyeshadow colors too.

Here is a website that shows color comparisons, etc.

http://www.beaddicts.com/

I totally agree, it's the best foundation EVER. And I don't get blackheads or pimples anymore!

 

[madem0iselle]

^ now i want to try to get bare minerals...

 

[Lipgloss&Cigs]

i really don't like bobbi brown makeup AT ALL (i like wearing colours other than brown, beige and taupe, and i don't like rules) although i have to say that their foundation stick is amazing...as a concealer. its so thick i would never wear it all over my face, but it's an incredible concealer. kudos bobbi! i will forgive you for saying that blue eyeshadow is a no no!!

 

[mandarines]

Laura Mercier has awesome foundations as well.
I love the tinted moisturizer for me. It gives me light coverage