It's been a while, hasn't it?
I've been bogged down with life, pretty much...
I'm supposed to be working right now, but I'm waiting for an internet company to iron out some ongoing issue that I've been facing. No better time than now to do a makeup review!
Full-steam ahead...
After
Shiseido discontinued their Cream makeup, I've wandered around from brand to brand, looking for "The One". The perfect formula and shade. One whose results last consistently, not just for a short while. Ladies and gents, I think I've found "The One"...
I had previously tried a sample of the liquid version, which I LOVED. I really like Dior's "Forever" powder foundation. I gave this a go without trying it out, as it was there at the duty free shop in B'ham, UK.
My initial reaction: WOW.
This is some sensational stuff.
First off, the sensation upon application is strange. It doesn't feel like a powder. It feels cool, wet, refreshing. Like applying water to the face.
The coverage is anywhere from sheer to heavy, depending on the brush you use and how much you apply. I swear this stuff has improved the state of my skin, so I find myself using just a minimal amount.
Apparently, this is another one of those mineral foundations, but it doesn't behave like the usual mineral foundation. Believe me, I've tried them all, and hate them. So does my skin!
"Nude" describes the finish perfectly. It looks and feels like I'm wearing nothing at all.
You can wear it alone, or in conjunction with the liquid version, which looks awesomely flawless.
I got four and a half month's use out of this jar, and I use it daily. Which is pretty damn good, considering I'm having to buy a compact of Dior's "Forever" powder foundation every two months.
For reference, I wear an NC25 in MAC shades.
In Shiseido, I wear O20.
In Dior, I wear 020.
I have found that Shiseido's O20 and Dior's 020 are pretty much one in the same; a PERFECT match for my fair olive-toned skin.
I top this off with a light dusting of Guerlain Meteorites in Mythic (to impart a nice, candlelight glow), and I'm good to go.
By the way, This foundation is VERY dry skin friendly!
Speaking of
Guerlain Meteorites, I plan on picking up a container of the new holiday edition for 2009 (Perles Imperials). Maybe! The container is gorgeous, and I love Meteorites. I just have to see if I really want it (because I'm running low on Mythic and I like the green correcting balls, with Perles Imperials does not have).
Yes, they are $53 each, but I bought my container of Mythic in fall 2007 and it's still got about 3-4 months of life left in it-- after daily use!
If you aren't aware, Kat Von D of L.A. Ink fame has her own makeup line over at Sephora.
I was reluctant to try any of the makeup line, as my first experience was less than favorable.
I swatched the eyeshadow palettes when they first came out, and found them to be chalky and not-so-pigmented (apparently this has changed).
However, I decided to try out her
Tattoo Liner (in Trooper, which is a deep black shade). I'm bored with the usual MAC Fluidline and I'm still undecided if I love Urban Decay's liquid liner.
The reviews on Tattoo Liner seemed quite good-- plenty of people moaning about how difficult this liner is to remove... BINGO. Sounds right up my alley.
Apparently, you can use this to draw temporary tattoos on yourself, in addition to lining your eyes. I can't wait to try it out for this purpose! Maybe I can give myself full sleeves! ;-)
I gotta say, I love this liner. It's in a brush-pen form, which is fan-friggin'-tastic. The formula is concentrated, yet never gloppy or sticky. It applies evenly and dries in a snap. And yes, it takes a bit of effort to remove it, which means I won't have any issues with it running or looking funky at the end of the day. I've just been using it a week, so I cannot comment on how long the pen will last. So far, so good.
Product images nicked from Sephora.com
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