The first thing I notice about this product is the packaging, it is very plain and simple, with no frills. The bottle has a screw top and unfortunately comes without a pump, although I knew this before I purchased. I like that Revlon have realised that normal/dry and combination/oily are two very different skin types, so have formulated the foundation, in the same 9 shades, for both. I have chosen the combination/oily type in the shade 110 Ivory. The product also has SPF 6 which is fine for the winter, living in the UK, but I would use a foundation with a higher SPF in the summer, to protect my skin. The foundation also claims to wear for up to 16 hours.
The foundation is actually quite runny, which can be a problem as the bottle doesn't have a pump, so it can get messy when you are pouring it onto the back of your hand. So pour with caution! I have noticed that the product does have a slight scent to it, which is unoffensive and disappears once the foundation drys. I apply it to my skin with a foundation brush or Real Techniques Stipling brush, but fingers also work well. The product blends really easily and gives a matte finish, perfect for those with oily skin. The colour match is also perfect for my very pale complexion, making it look more natural, especially as it doesn't oxidise. The product offers medium to full coverage and is very buildable, without being cakey. I apply it all over my face firstly, which gives medium coverage and then build it up in the areas I have redness or blemishes. I find my skin looks fresh and healthy whenever I wear this foundation. I follow up with a setting powder to banish shine for longer, but due to the oil I have in my skin, I do need to powder after around 5 hours, just the same as with any foundation I use. I find wear time is around 8 hours before I need to touch up, which I find great for a drugstore foundation, although it does fall short of its 16 hours claims. Concealer is a product I find I don't really need to use with this foundation, as the coverage is there already, I just use a highlighting concealer under my eyes to brighten.
This foundation wears and performs just like a high end product, without the excessive price tag. I would recommend this to anybody who is looking for a high coverage foundation that is long wearing. The formulations for different skin types and the large shade range, enable it to be more accessible to a wider number of people. For £12.49 from Boots, for a 30ml bottle, this is a steal. Great job Revlon!
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