Review- Annabelle SkinTrue Foundation

Truly flawless, natural-looking skin is what you can expect from this foundation. Its soft, matte finish makes you feel like you're wearing nothing at all, just beautiful skin. It blends easily to even out the skin tone yet feels extremely light and natural.

Thanks to its vitamin A, C and E enriched formula, it protects skin from free radicals, while the aloe, green tea and camomile provide it with nourishing, calming and moisturizing ingredients. - Annabelle Website

I must say this is my most favorite foundation that I've ever wore! I matches my skin perfectly, and doesn't enhance my dry skin. There are just so many positive things about this foundation! I don't break out if I leave it on all night, natural looking finish, and most of all not really expensive! I bought it for $7.99!

My Rating (Scale 1-5 1-the worst, 5-the best)

Quality- 5

Packaging- 4 - Wish it was a pump

How long does it stay on- all day

Would I buy it again- Yes!

Price- $7.99 and up (depends on where you find it)

Overall- I love this foundation! One of the best for sure!

Where to buy- Drugstore, department store

e.l.f Studio Tinted Moisturizer review



Nude

From e.l.f's website
This lightweight and hydrating formula is breathable and provides anti-aging sun protection with UVA/UVB SPF 20. Achieve even skin tone and naturally radiant skin with this moisturizing sheer tint of color. The smooth formula enhances your complexion with the nourishing key ingredients Aloe, Cucumber and Vitamins A, C & E.

Left to Right- Porcelain, nude, beige, sand, almond, mocha, espresso

This moisturizer is perfect for mature skin, those who don't like wearing alot of coverage.

The color matches really good with my natural color, but I don't like it because I have blotchy skin and acne on my chin. So it doesn't do much for me.

It doesn't leave my skin oily, but my dry patches around my nose really come out, even with a moisturizer underneath.

But overall this is a great product for a sheer look.

When I opened my packaging the clear window was empty. I had to shake it. So you don't even get a full container of product, maybe only half. Which is a bummer.

My rating (scale 1-5 1- the worst, 5- the best)

Quality- 4.5

Packaging- 3

How long does it stay on- 3.5

Would I buy it again- maybe once my skin clears up, or for makeup on mature skin

Price $3 USD

Overall- It is a nice product with a SPF 20 which is great for the summer months, but if you want more coverage I would waste your time buying this.

Where to buy- e.l.f Canada/USA 

e.l.f Flawless finish foundation review

I must say out of all the foundations that I used, this one is by far the best! For $6!!!

The coverage is amazing! I don't have the perfect skin, and this does wonders. Covers all my red spots, and my blackheads. It doesn't settle into my 'crows feet' either which is great. You can't tell that I have dry spots, or a oily T-Zone.



Sand

These are the colors from e.l.f's website Left to Right. Porcelain, Sand, Buff, Caramel, Almond, Coco

I love that it has a pump and not a squeeze tube. I just love this foundation!!

My rating

5 out of 5

I would definitely buy this again

Applying Foundation and Types

Benefits of applying foundation are:
-cover imperfections
-give the appearance of flawless skin
-helps conceal open pores
-hide little pimples and discoloration
-even skin tone
-covers blemishes
-protect the skin from the sun and environmental pollutants
-give a smooth, matte finish
-give a smooth texture to skin
-reduce shin
-cover dark circles under the eyes

There are many foundations on the market, liquid, powder, mousse, stick.

Liquid-
Appropriate for all skin types
Good for dry, sensitive skin
Good coverage
Provides natural look

Powder-
Appropriate for combination and oily skin
Good coverage to blemishes, pimples, marks, spots
Applied dry or wet with a sponge

Mousse-
Combination of liquid and a powder foundation
Appropriate for older skin
Good coverage
Settles into fine lines

Stick-
Appropriate for normal to dry skin
Acts like a concealer
Precise application and even touch ups








How to apply foundation
Step 1
Cleanse and tone skin
Step 2
Moisturize your skin
Step 3
Use concealer (you can use before or after foundation)
Step 4
Application, best way is with your finger tips, sponge or brush
Step 5
Apply in the center of you face
Step 6
Blend outwards, don't forget to apply foundation to your neck, you don't want a mask or look unnatural
Step 7
Set foundation, apply a loose powder, Dab the brush all over you face, then stroke evenly over face.

Foundation Tutorial

Here is a quick way to apply your foundation. Always start with a moisturized face. Use what products you have.


Enjoy!

Find your Foundation Color

Finding the right shade of foundation is important, you don't want to be walking around outside with a dark makeup line across your neck. Here are some tips to help you.

1. Go to your favorite department store cosmetic counter, or favorite drugstore.
2. Shop with a clean, moisturized face.
3. Always use the SAMPLES. Test it correctly on your neck/chest area, you want your face to blend into your neck. You want the color to 'dissapear' into your skin.
4. Pick a color you think you are then pick two additional shades one lighter and one darker.
5. To get the best result of your shade, go outside if your with someone ask them if they can 'see' the foundation. You don't want it to be bright orange, yellow etc.
6. If you're unsure of a color go lighter- never darker. You can always apply bronzer
7. If you find a color that suits you- BUY IT!