My Go-to Face Base

So for my very first post I thought it’d be fitting to start with the basics and talk about my current face base. It wasn’t intentional but I seem to be going through a bit of a L’oreal phase!

After moisturising (plus sunscreen!) I apply L’oreal’s Revitalift Magic Blur Instant Skin Smoother with my fingers and follow up with L’oreal’s True Match liquid foundation using the Real Techniques buffing brush.

The results? Nice natural finish but with my oily skin I do have to set with powder and I’ll still have to touch up after 5/6 hours. 

Revitalift Magic Blur Instant Skin Smoother ($24.99 – currently 30% off at Priceline)

I believe this is known as Miracle Blur in the US but regardless of what it's called, it does what it says. It leaves a pinkish white cast that slightly blurs your skin’s surface. It also leaves matte finish but it doesn't really control oil or prolong the wear of your make-up. I use this when I get the odd blemish and the weather’s cooler or I know I’ll be indoors.

True Match Liquid Foundation ($29.95)

Shade W4 Golden Natural (adjusted with turmeric)

It’s my ideal, everyday foundation for two main reasons, a little goes a long way and it’s easy to blend. 

Unfortunately, I did find the shade selection a bit off. I use W4 Golden Natural and it’s the right yellow undertone but the shade is actually too light. However when I tried the shade up (W5 Golden Sand) the undertone was too pink! I ended up adding some turmeric to my bottle which intensified the yellow. It definitely makes the shade difference a little less noticeable, especially after I add bronzer.

Coverage: Good. Medium, but buildable to full. Very easy to blend.

Lasting power: Good. Sets fairly quickly and leaves only slight transfer. However it doesn’t control oil so setting powder/spray is a must for those with oily skin.

Shade selection: Average. Good shade range since there's 9 available in Australia but organisation of the shades is a bit iffy.

Packaging: Excellent! Pretty and sleek. Solid glass bottle with a pump.

Final thoughts: Definitely a foundation I’d recommend. Just be careful with shade selection! 8.5/10

Real Techniques Buffing Brush ($44.99)

Real Techniques Your Base/Flawless Core Collection (L-R: Contour brush, pointed foundation brush, detailer brush, buffing brush)

This comes part of the Core Collection and I think it’s perfect for liquid foundation. It’s dense enough that it doesn't eat up product and it also doesn't leave streaks. Really does all the hard work and makes buffing in foundation a breeze. It’s been through several washes and still hasn't shed or lost its shape.  

The set costs $44.99 at Priceline which I think is rather ridiculous. I'd recommend buying it online from iherb.com where it costs US $18.00. Even factoring in the exchange rate and shipping cost (starts from $4), it's still much cheaper! 

Coupon Code:

For first time users if you apply code JVR643 at checkout and spend $40 or more, you'll get $10 off (you get $5 off if you spend less than $40). And after your first purchase, you'll get your own code to share with others! 

Also, I believe if you spend over $60 you also get a further 5% off!

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And that's it from me! Hope this was helpful for someone!