I have
always been a bit reticent when it comes to buying drugstore foundations, not
because the formulas don’t look nice, but because finding a shade that is light
enough for me is near impossible. However, like any beauty lover, I enjoy
trying new products so when I saw that the L’Oréal Visible Lift Blur Foundation
was on sale, I let myself be tempted.
This is
targeted towards more mature skin as it claims to blur the look of lines and
wrinkles with the help of Visible Lift (I took this as meaning it contains the
Visible Lift serum but I am not 100% sure). Honestly the main reason I think it
is marketed for more mature skin is due to the fact the foundation contains hyaluronic
acid which will plump the skin and minimize any dehydration line, plus it also
has a very fresh finish.
Now I am
still too young to need a wrinkle correcting foundation but I was very
intrigued by the texture of this product. In a way it reminds me of the now (sadly)
discontinued Magic Smooth Soufflé foundation from L’Oréal as it has a mousse
like quality but it is still a liquid foundation and a bit runny. Due to its
unique texture, a little goes a very long way and I found the best to apply it
is with fingers to really blend it in. This is important because I think it
could cling to very dry patches or look patchy if you are not careful, however
it does blend quickly granted that you take the time to do it.
Finish wise, it first
settles into a slightly matte satin finish that looks lovely and very much like
skin. It also has a blurring
effect on the skin, making it look quite flawless. Now, remember how I said this looks very fresh? Well, after a few minutes
and as the day goes on, it will get dewier and if you if have combination/oily
skin, a little shiny. I would advise people with oily skin to skip the Visible
Lift Blur Foundation because I doubt it would last through the day. If you have
combination skin you can get away with it if you use some powder to set your
T-zone and those with normal to dry skin will probably enjoy it.
It comes in
12 shades, which is reasonable, but if you have very fair skin the lightest
shade will be too dark. I can get away with it in the summer with the help of some
bronzer and if I am using self-tanner, but it looks very orange in the tube. On
the skin however, the pigments really sheer out, offering a light medium
coverage that evens out the skin and offers a nice sun kissed look.
To be
honest with you I have mixed feelings about this one. I do like the finish, but
it is not made for combination skin so it can a bit shiny for my liking. I also
wished it came in a lighter shade because it will be too dark for me in the winter
which would be the best season for this foundation. All in all it is a nice
foundation and if you have normal/slightly dry skin and can find a color match I
would give it a try. The Visible Blur line also offers blushes that look really
cute and I think they might work on a wider range of skin types and colors.
The L’Oréal
Visible Lift Blur Foundation can be found in most drugstores and it is also
available on their website.
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