I've heard much about this product a while back when it first released in the US and every other place but Australia. I was glad they've finally come in stores, however, surprised that the shade selection was so narrow!
The shade I got was in Pure Ivory 120 - the lightest shade available, which baffled me because plenty of girls have lighter skin tones than me! I consider myself a light to medium skin-tone with relatively yellow undertone. Girls who are roughly NC 20-25 will probably find this shade rather fitting.
Swatched on my hand, the colour leans slightly more pink/cool-toned on my hand - which is actually "warmer" or more yellow than my face. The photo was taken with natural lighting and seemed to match my skin very well (well at least on camera).
(swatched)
(blended in)
In real life, the product blends in seamlessly and completely adapts to my skin tone albeit swatching slightly off. Loreal claims that this is "feather light foundation, feels as light and fresh as water. Instantly fuses with the skin blending seamlessly to leave a silky, second skin effect." It also contains an SPF of 18 - an essential bonus in today's market. Since the SPF isn't ridiculously high, there's no worrying that it will create a white cast in flash photography!
The foundation itself is very, very light - possibly lighter than mineral or powder foundation! It was no wonder the marketing claims compared it to water. It literally does feel like a second skin. You can barely feel that you have it on.
The downfall of this product is probably it's light coverage - however, buildable to light-medium coverage. It is the cost of having such a lightweight foundation. If you have naturally clear, youthful skin or wouldn't mind using concealer in conjunction with this product, you'll definitely be thrilled by the performance of this foundation. It feels amazing on, has relatively good oil control for a foundation that dries to a satin finish. My face does get oiler throughout the day and requires some blotting. Personally, I have combination skin and prefer moisturising foundations over matte foundations. I think the Loreal Nude Magique Eau De Teint would be most suitable for those with dry to combination skin. I do not feel like this product clings to my dry patches or accentuates my pores, but due to its light coverage, it doesn't mask them either.
Here's the foundation without spot concealing (just under-eye concealing), set with a light layer of powder. I did some touching up on my problem areas, but the end result seems to still lack the coverage required to conceal my acne scarring. If you're trying to achieve the natural look and you're like me and don't mind some imperfections showing through your foundation, you won't be too bothered by the light coverage. (because it feels so great on!)
My skin after several hours of wear (roughly 4 hrs). I started feeling a little shiny on my T-zone, but nothing a few oil-blotting sheets can't fix! The foundation still looks great but as expected, slightly warn off. It doesn't wear off terribly like some foundations (which transfer horribly) but those with oilier skin should be wary of the oiliness that comes with wearing this foundation, so touch-ups may be required depending on personal preference.
Overall, I am very impressed with the performance of this foundation, so far! With the claims of a "fresh feel foundation" with "weightless bare perfection" and SPF 18, it's safe to say that this foundation does what it primarily sells to its consumers! Good job L'oreal! You've made a girl a happy camper!
With love,
Ethereal♥
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