skin-transforming foundation. This campaign is the #BetterSkinChallenge because the foundation claims to give better skin in 3 weeks simply by using it! It says that it will get rid of spots, dullness, and unevenness; this of course all while giving you an all day flawless coverage. So far I know that the active ingredient in this foundation is ACTYL-C, which is a more durable form of vitamin C.
Lets do a quick run down through some facts:
- This foundation comes in 12 shades.
- It contains ACTYL-C, a more durable form of vitamin C.
- Recommended for all skin types.
- It provides a medium to full coverage.
- Contains titanium dioxide sunscreen broad spectrum SPF 15 as an active ingredient.
- It contains 30 ml 1.0 OZ. (standard size)
- It is oil free.
- It comes with a pump.
- I received the shade 20-Classic Ivory
O.k. with that being said, I'm glad I can test this foundation out. I have combo/oily skin and this (being Summertime) is the best time to see how this product will react on my skin. I will add a weekly update as week 1,2, and 3 progress.
First impression:
It's a great thing that it has a pump to prevent any bacterial growth. It is a somewhat thick consistency; it will not run on your skin, but it's very easily blended. It has great coverage. It sets quite quickly on the skin to a soft focused effect. It has the feel of a liquid to powder foundation. It does have the smell of the SPF like many foundations that contain it do as well, but you really don't smell it once the foundation sets. It makes the skin look very soft, airbrushed. So far, very good first impression!!!
It's a great thing that it has a pump to prevent any bacterial growth. It is a somewhat thick consistency; it will not run on your skin, but it's very easily blended. It has great coverage. It sets quite quickly on the skin to a soft focused effect. It has the feel of a liquid to powder foundation. It does have the smell of the SPF like many foundations that contain it do as well, but you really don't smell it once the foundation sets. It makes the skin look very soft, airbrushed. So far, very good first impression!!!
Day #!-I used a brush to apply the foundation, it went on easily. I used about a pump and a half of the product to achieve a great coverage look. Because I do have combo/oily skin, I did set the foundation even though it set quite nicely on its own. I stayed indoors; being that the weather is hot my face did sweat. So, I did notice my face looking dewy. I did not go in throughout the day to set it because I was only home, but if I were out it might have been necessary. About eight hours after the foundation was not doing it's best.I will try a different setting powder, and method, tools for the next day. (I had used loose setting powder to set)
Note: The picture has been cropped and added a reflection, but it does not contain an overlay/filter.
Day#2- I applied the foundation with a damp sponge and it went on very light (this is a good thing in the summer) but still covered very nicely. I set the foundation with a pressed powder, and sprayed with a drugstore setting spray. This day was the biggest test, if ever...I had errands to run, it was HOT! And I was pouring over in sweat (yes how lovely-NOT!). I pressed a facial tissue to clean the sweat, and the makeup did not separate, or break at all!! YAY!
Week #1- By the end of week #1 I knew that for the best application I need to apply this foundation with a damp makeup sponge. Even if it does have somewhat of a powder finish, I have to set it very well with a translucent powder. Another thing that helped was using a super inexpensive drugstore setting spray. When all these steps are done, it looks really good! I'm impressed! Not only that, but it will stay looking good on the skin quite longer. The difference in shade was not too significant and can be adjusted with bronzer.
Week#2-I'm feeling a bit more comfortable with the application and knowing how this foundation works on my skin. Everything is looking A-O-K!
Week#3-As the Summer comes to an end we still have had some very hot weather and this foundation has been tested to it's limits. I'm content with how it works because even with my combo/oily skin (if set correctly) it doesn't break up on me or become splotchy;which is always a great thing.
Final thoughts....
Taking the few extra steps definitely helps this foundation stay on and looking good. This means adding a primer or makeup setting spray if you have my skin type. If you have normal skin I think you'd love it (I can't vouch for dry-no idea). If you don't mind spending a few extra dollars, or you may already have these items to accompany the foundation-you're gonna do great with it. As far as significant skin improvement? I think long stress/damage on the skin cannot realistically be erased within 3 weeks. It sounds great, but I don't think it will be a miracle worker. Perhaps, with constant use over several months there might be a change, I don't know. Personally, I think that once the skin has damage to it, it will be good as preventative measure from further damage but it's not a rewind button on a remote control. Still, I like it! Looks good, long-lasting, and it can be found at the drugstore.
Disclaimer-I was sent this product free from Influenster for testing purposes. I have not been sponsored/paid to speak or write my opinions about this product.
