Can someone recommend a great makeup foundation?

Question

I am currently using Covergirl Clean Makeup with oil control. It works pretty well, but it doesn't really cover flaws. I'm afraid to try Dream Matte Mousse or a powder because my skin dries out easily and the mousse just seems like it would clog my pores something fierce! Oh, and I don't want to spend too much money, but whatever! Thanx for any advice in adavance!

Answer 1

Loreal do the best one (can't remember the name) ... about a tenner in the shops, makes you look flawless and stays on, don't rub of on your clothes. Pretty new item out, but excellent results.

Answer 2

No 7 flawless finish is absolutely brilliant and all the colours change to match that of your own natural tone, with a semi matt finish which is really light in actual fact - not heavy or caky - another good one is No 7 Age Rewind - and it really does the business too - I have also just discovered Bourjois 10 hour sleep effect foundation - that is gorgeous and is sooooooo effective - the colour match is not as good as No 7 but it does make you look as though you've had 10 hours worth of bo-bo. It is really light and it makes a big difference to your fact. You look much brighter!

All of the above foundations are excellent but can be pricey. Really chuffed with all of them but I would say the Bourjois one really makes the difference but is not as heavy as the others, which aren't all that heavy anyway!

I think with most foundations though you have to weigh things up - if you are using a lighter foundation but are caking your pores up by putting further mounds of concealer on top then is it not a better idea just to get a heavier foundation anyhow - I think they both balance out - oh, and I don't know of any foundation that doesn't go into the pores - light or otherwise, so I wouldn't worry too much about that - just get into a cleansing routine at night and you'll be okay.

I think the No 7 foundations are around £12.00 and the Bourgois one was a tenner - they do last a long time though and do look good - a little really does go a long way with these lot!

Answer 3

I use Loreal True Match. I haven't really heard anyone using it and I have no idea why!! It does exactly what it says on the bottle..lets your skin breath. I use it everyday and have done for like 4 years...since it came out really...it never clogs my skin as long as you take it off everynight before you go to bed as you should with all make up.
Pick the right colour for your skin and it automatically adapts to the texture of your skin...it's super blendable and never shows tide marks when applied correctly. They also do the Loreal True Match powder to go over the top which seals the foundation without blocking pores.
The prices are average really when you think about it....I think the powder is about £6.99 and has a mirror and aplicator sponge but i recommend you use a large brush because the sponges are unhygenic for your skin and you get a more flawless finish with the brush. The foundation i think is around £8 but as I said I use it everyday and i only need about 3 bottles a year so it lasts for quite a while. I recommend you apply the foundation with your fingers as it is quite liquidy making it easy to blend...

I hope this helped you :)

xx

Answer 4

L'ancome Teinte Renergie Lift is a great skin cover!
It may seem a little expensive but it lasts a long time and I use it more or less every day!
It is available from Boots and they will help you find the best colour in their range for you!

And then top up with a little powder and blusher!

Answer 5

If your current foundation is not covering flaws/ blemishes why not use a concealer underneath rather than changing your foundation. Sounds to me like you need to prep your skin first, put a concealer on then dab foundation on to look natural and then for more coverage use a light translusent powder to seal your make up.

Answer 6

I love mineral foundations. I use Jane Iredale pressed mineral foundation. It covers flawlessly. It's a bit pricey but Physicians Formula makes some for about $12 & is sold in drugstores. L'oreal Bare Naturale is another mineral foundation and Avon has some as well. Once you use mineral foundations you won't go back to liquid or cream foundations again. It's not cakey & won't dry your skin. Good luck. 2D

Answer 7

I'd recommend Bourjois foundations (try all to see which one suits your skin, but Happy Light is a good one),
also Revlon Colorstay is good.It has good staying power.

I think CG & also mousse foundations are not good, CG foundations are not of very good quality from my experience.

PS. only use foundation on the areas of the face that need covering, to avoid looking cakey & too made-up. you'll look more natural .

Answer 8

i could attempt Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk beginning, that is $fifty 5, despite the fact that it seems astonishing on your pores and skin. Yves Saint Laurent ideal touch beginning is likewise incredibly sturdy, that is $fifty two. the two between the guidelines are liquid so as that they gained't be as drying as a powder beginning. in case you're searching for a Tinted Moisturizer, attempt Laura Mercier or Stila. My acquaintances have tried the two, and that i've got heard sturdy comments. you will get the two at Sephora, so which you may desire to pass in there and notice which one you like greater constructive. L’Oreal real adventure is a incredibly sturdy beginning in case you're searching for a drugstore sort. It is provided in a ton of hues so which you're greater suitable than probable to discover one to adventure yours. additionally a liquid beginning. sturdy success!

Answer 9

The very best foundation I have found to be Bee Luscious Cosmetics liquid powder mineral foundation it is AMAZING truly incredible products. I will never use anything else it is that incredible ...

Answer 10

Well I use 17 Perfect Match True To Skin Foundation from Boots its only like £5.49 I have light skin and it looks gr8.