I'd always been curious about drugstore foundations but I was always hesitant because of my bad experiences with drugstore products in the past. But as you can see from my recent string of posts, I've been having more and more good experiences with the drugstore so I finally caved in and bought myself a drugstore foundation. I ended up purchasing the L'Oreal True Match Lumi ($9.89) because I prefer a demi-matte complexion with medium coverage, which I had heard were characteristics of this foundation.
I've been using this foundation for around 2 weeks now and I'm so glad that this was my first drugstore foundation. It's definitely made a good impression on me on behalf of all the most raved about drugstore foundations out there, and for good reason. While the packaging is pretty lame, everything else about the product makes up for that. The foundation has light to medium coverage with a demi-matte finish, meaning it hides your imperfections and keeps your skin looking natural and healthy. One thing that I've noticed though, is that you definitely need to thoroughly shake this foundation before applying it, otherwise it tends to streak.
I like to use my beautyblender to apply the foundation to my face and I always set it with my bareMinerals Touch Up Veil. The foundation lasts all day and I'm always out from 9 AM to 8 PM on the weekdays, so that says a lot! It also stands up to the humid weather and sweaty summer days, which makes me love it even more. I do have to use a blotting sheet halfway through the day to take off excess shine, but I generally have to do that no matter what foundation or powder I'm using.
I'd definitely recommend this to anyone who is in the market for an affordable yet high quality foundation with dry to normal skin. I wouldn't suggest it for those with oilier skin because of the demi-matte finish, which could possibly make you too shiny. Otherwise, it's got a great finish, intense staying power and is excellent for those on a budget.
I love that it has a semi matte finish. :) great review! can't wait to try this :) www.thebeautymove.com
ReplyDeleteI have lotreal's true match foundation and I feel it looks cakey! This one sounds nice though.. Will give it a try (:
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I never really get along with drug store foundations but this sounds amazing!
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It's awesome how so many drugstore brands are upping their game! Glad to hear this foundation has been working out for you!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI never really got along with drugstore anything but recently they've been coming out with some really high quality products!
ReplyDeleteOoh, I've never tried the original true match foundation. This one is more sheer to medium coverage and hydrating so it shouldn't look cakey!
ReplyDeleteThanks! (:
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