|BEYOND PERFECT|
BRAND: Clinique
PRODUCT: Beyond Perfecting Foundation and Concealer
PRICE: £25
A foundation-and-concealer in one for a natural, beyond perfected look that lasts all day. Lightweight, moisturizing makeup covers thoroughly without clogging pores. Skin breathes comfortably, colour stays true, even through sweat and humidity.[Clinique.co.uk]
I was fortunate enough to have the chance to try this product before it hit the shops today in the UK. There has been a lot of hype on social media waiting for the arrival of this wonder foundation which promises ‘skin beyond flawless’.
The lowdown:
· Oil-free
· Natural-matte finish
· Ophthalmologist Tested
· Lightweight yet moisturising
· Lasts all day without clogging pores
· Full coverage
· Available in 20 shades
· Colour stays true, even through sweat & humidity
I applied this product with a brush as I would any foundation as I was using a sample (the actual product uses a wand). It felt fairly thick at first and I began to doubt the 2-in-1 concealer element. However, as I began to work the foundation into my skin I started to see the magic happen. The liquid covered all of my flaws; my red pigmentation, my blemishes and my pores. It looked as though I was brushing over a coat of velvet on to my skin. I was anticipating an oily feel as usually a full coverage of this kind would leave a tell-tale shine. Instead this foundation leaves a ‘set’ feel on your skin. I felt no need to use a powder to complete my look as the finish was so flawless. The Clique website suggests leave the foundation to settle just for a few minutes, this will allow the high pigment in the formula to adapt to your skin tone which is why you get such a flawless perfected finish.
The finish really is beyond perfect.
So how does a concealer and foundation work? It’s all in the Magic Wand. Typically you would find a wand applicator used with a concealer or a lipgloss to achieve precise application. Clinique have considered this with the method of application suggested on their website. For full face application sweep the foundation across forehead, cheeks and chin with back side of the wand. Use the angled tip to apply makeup down the nose bridge, along the jawline and then blend using your fingertips. To spot-conceal use the pointy top of the applicator – under eyes, around the nose and over blemishes. Then, pat and blend.
I will definitely buy this foundation, and in perfect timing it will be the ideal full coverage look for a romantic meal on Valentine’s Day.
Buy online here NOW and receive a free winter-proof skincare duo with any £40 spend. Enter code: FEBDUO.
What's the best foundation you have ever tried? Comment below...
BRAND: Clinique
PRODUCT: Beyond Perfecting Foundation and Concealer
PRICE: £25
A foundation-and-concealer in one for a natural, beyond perfected look that lasts all day. Lightweight, moisturizing makeup covers thoroughly without clogging pores. Skin breathes comfortably, colour stays true, even through sweat and humidity.[Clinique.co.uk]
I was fortunate enough to have the chance to try this product before it hit the shops today in the UK. There has been a lot of hype on social media waiting for the arrival of this wonder foundation which promises ‘skin beyond flawless’.
The lowdown:
· Oil-free
· Natural-matte finish
· Ophthalmologist Tested
· Lightweight yet moisturising
· Lasts all day without clogging pores
· Full coverage
· Available in 20 shades
· Colour stays true, even through sweat & humidity
I applied this product with a brush as I would any foundation as I was using a sample (the actual product uses a wand). It felt fairly thick at first and I began to doubt the 2-in-1 concealer element. However, as I began to work the foundation into my skin I started to see the magic happen. The liquid covered all of my flaws; my red pigmentation, my blemishes and my pores. It looked as though I was brushing over a coat of velvet on to my skin. I was anticipating an oily feel as usually a full coverage of this kind would leave a tell-tale shine. Instead this foundation leaves a ‘set’ feel on your skin. I felt no need to use a powder to complete my look as the finish was so flawless. The Clique website suggests leave the foundation to settle just for a few minutes, this will allow the high pigment in the formula to adapt to your skin tone which is why you get such a flawless perfected finish.
The finish really is beyond perfect.
So how does a concealer and foundation work? It’s all in the Magic Wand. Typically you would find a wand applicator used with a concealer or a lipgloss to achieve precise application. Clinique have considered this with the method of application suggested on their website. For full face application sweep the foundation across forehead, cheeks and chin with back side of the wand. Use the angled tip to apply makeup down the nose bridge, along the jawline and then blend using your fingertips. To spot-conceal use the pointy top of the applicator – under eyes, around the nose and over blemishes. Then, pat and blend.
I will definitely buy this foundation, and in perfect timing it will be the ideal full coverage look for a romantic meal on Valentine’s Day.
Buy online here NOW and receive a free winter-proof skincare duo with any £40 spend. Enter code: FEBDUO.
What's the best foundation you have ever tried? Comment below...