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There is a revolution happening in thefoundationsection right now.
Chelsea Cavanaugh. Prop Styling by Rachel Stickley with Bernstein & Andriulli.
Now, some brands areexpanding their collectionsto include 30 or 40 hues or more.
But color isnt the only thing to take into consideration when youre looking for a foundation.
Theres skin punch in, coverage, and finish as well.
I wore it all day and it stayed put without getting shiny or cakey.
I love how it gives a well-moisturized, softer finishit’s not that powder-dry matte look.
Maybelline’s Superstay foundation is absolute magic.
The product was easy to apply and blend, once I got the hang of the eyedropper.
The foundation didnt feel too heavy for my pores and did not clump up or leave creases!
The pigmentation also matched my complexion and the undertones were just the right hue.
So my foundation has to strike a delicate balance.
This one does that perfectly.
As soon as I put it on, I notice my face is brighter and glowing.
I also love that you only have to use a few drops to get a good base of coverage.
Its definitely one of those products that haseveryone complimenting meon my flawless skin.
My makeup lasted well throughout the day, with minor creasing by the evening.
I was very pleased, and Im happy it is a brand available in drugstores.
Since the finish is so natural, it feelsalmost mistake-proofas long as you’re wearing the correct shade.
The light side, which you might paint on with a small brush, is slightly more reflective.
I used this as an extra illuminator on top of myconcealer, which actually kind of worked.
Together or on their own, they did a good job covering and color correcting.
I also love that it doesn’t make my face feel dried out like some mattifying mists Ive tried.
It’s super lightweight but helps dampen the shine that I get at the end of the day.
But I appreciate that this is a product I could recommend someone pick up at their drugstore.
Yay, reasonable prices!
Its got a creamy texture but had this neat slick, almost gel-like feeling when I put it on.
It gives my face a subtle matte effect.
I like that its creamy like a moisturizer and doesnt have that slippery silicone feel of some primers.
When I do wear makeup on top of this primer, it gives my foundation a luminous finish.
This sponge easily rivals the cult-favoriteBeautyblender.
Tiffany Dodson
Buy it: $6,ulta.com
Photographer:Chelsea Cavanaugh.
Prop stylist:Rachel StickleywithBernstein & Andriulli.
