Monday, January 19, 2015

2014 Foundation Favourites


2014 was definitely a year for foundation where I was concerned having previously preferred lighter bases and favouring BB creams such as that from Erborian. As we begin 2015 I have made the decision to pare back my foundation collection in large part due to the three products I will talk about today. I only have one face and I'm conscious of beauty products expiring, especially foundations. I want to use what I have and enjoy using rather than excessively buying. Whether this will remain the case I don't know but for now lets chat about, in no particular order what three base products topped my favourites list for 2014.

No 7 Stay Perfect Superlight Foundation link
I picked up this foundation in March 2014 armed with those vouchers Boots seem to hand out constantly (I have another pile in bag already this year). In addition to the money off the Superlight foundation was new to the range, I could get colour matched in store rather than working out for myself and I wanted a heavier coverage than the aforementioned Erborian BB Cream but without the weighty coverage some foundations can bring.

As I mentioned in my original post this is a light-medium coverage which I enjoy wearing. It appeared in the following months favourites and then was cast aside as other products can into the mix. Over Christmas I left my current foundation choice at a friends. I was heading out and still wanted to have a sturdy base and reached for the No 7 foundation and instantly remembered why I loved it so much the earlier part of the year.

Make Up Forever HD Foundation link
I first picked up Make Up Forever's famous HD Foundation in Las Vegas back in 2013. I had a fantastic experience in Sephora from one of their make up artists who colour matched me and gave me a mini makeover. Unfortunately I was quite pale at the time so whilst loving the product the shade (115) was off and I was mixing to make it work. When I hit Las Vegas again last year I picked up a darker shade (125) which is much better. I'd usually reserved the MUFE HD foundation for special occasions but as we entered the festive season and I was at work all day and heading straight out of an evening I wanted a foundation that hung around.

This is certainly not a light weight base but as some one who always preferred the lighter end of the scale this works perfectly. Yes it's heavier than my BB creams etc but the flawless finish it leaves is amazing and I find it comfortable to wear. I experience some dry patches which this foundation doesn't work well with so be wary if you have drier skin/make sure you up your moisturiser game before application. I'm lucky that I have minimal blemishes and find that when wearing this foundation my need for concealer is minimal.

Even better with the news that Make Up Forever is coming to Debenhams in a matter of month there's no need for a transatlantic trip to Sephora to stock up.

Chanel Les Beiges All In One Healthy Glow Fluid link
Another product from the Les Beiges range from Chanel which I am in love with. I am a big fan of the Les Beiges Healthy Glow Powder and use it daily but wasn't too fussed when they mentioned a liquid form. That changed when I tried some of those magazine samples and absolutely loved the finish. I applied on a nothing day at work when testing base products was suitable and couldn't believe how I looked, I think I described it as looking like I'd returned home after a day on the beach. My skin was glowing and in a good way.

I resisted purchasing until I hit duty free last September and so glad I did. On my return to the UK and as evenings were getting darker and Winter was drawing in it was great to have some Summer glow remain. I wear shade 30, as I do the powder form and it's definitely a lighter coverage and for good skin days but nonetheless it's a product I enjoy wearing. Of course held up against the MUFE HD Foundation there is no comparison but they are obviously completely different products and carry different expectations. I'm interested to try this product in the Summer when we have some 'natural glow' and see how it differs as it's consistency will lend itself well to the lighter bases we want at that time of year.

There you have my favourite foundation/base products of 2014, what have been yours?


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13 comments:

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    1. I am indeedy!!! I had the GA foundation applied when I was in Vegas last year and it's definitely a goodie - maybe it's one to treat myself to in 2015! x

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  2. I have not tried the makeup forever but heard good things and no7 is a great brand to use , i particularly like their bb cream x

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    1. I'll have to investigate the BB cream when we enter summer x

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  3. I've never worn foundation, but if I did it'd definitely have to be on the light side as I wouldn't want anything heavy. I think a lot of people forget (or ignore) the fact that cosmetic and beauty products have an expiry date. x

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    1. Couldn't agree more, that's exactly I'm trying to use what I have rather than numerous products! x

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  4. Ah I am so excited for MUFE launching here in the UK next month, as I've been dying to try their foundation - it sounds SO so good! xx

    Gemma | missmakeupmagpie.com

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    1. Its amazing! Completely changed my opinion towards foundations… and made me look better haha x

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  5. I've been faithful to Clinique for years but I think it's time for a change - thanks for the recommendations. I'm anxiously awaiting Caroline's(Mrs. M's Meanderings) review of her Dior foundation - she loved it.

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    1. Coming soon, Pamela - it will be in my January Favourites video which I'm planning for next week sometime. :)

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    2. I can't wait for this review either Pamela! I used to use Clinque, in fact I think it was my first foundation. x

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  6. Dior Star is my new favourite foundation - absolutely LOVE it! Am keen to try the No 7 mousse foundation, too - have heard good things about that one.

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    1. Hmmm I don't know if I fancy a mousse foundation but never say never!

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