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Makeup forever matte velvet skin blurring powder foundation — I will be buried with this powder. Absolutely phenomenal and worth the money. No oxidation, blurs the skin with a filter like finish; does not cling to dry patches and works amazing on my combination skin. Amazing for lazy days or whenever you’re in a rush. Looking forward will be repurchasing its successor (the one in the peach tin).
Nars crystal light reflecting setting powder- pressed
In my opinion this powder does have a learning curve. With glycerin and squalene listed 5 & 6 on the ingredients list and silica the third, the powder leans way more emollient than your usual pressed setting powders. I do find that certain skincare does interfere with the formula.
After much trial and error I’ve figured a way to incorporate this into my summer routine, applying a light layer after skincare prior to applying makeup (tip from a pro MUA). I stay away from my nose and nasolabial area. If you’re applying eye cream prior to makeup I would not use this to set the eyes.
While the powder does light diffuse and blurs minor imperfections it favors those with dry / mature skin. It will not settle into fine lines ONLY if the places that you apply do not become oily easily. I still love this powder, it’s absolutely beautiful although the learning curve was slightly steeper.
Last— Milani cheek kiss cream bronzer
AMAZING formula for drugstore price!! The only con I would say is that the shade range could definitely use some work.
The formula alone can rival the ones in Sephora. Great for a quick bronzetour and small enough to fit in your purse. The shades (though scant) lean neutral and depending on your skin tone some can even pass off as a contour.
If anyone remembers the iconic Marc Jacob’s coconut omega bronzer—milani shade 110 is identical to tantastic.
Long wearing, does not cling to dry spots, buildable pigment, suitable for all skin types— I will absolutely be repurchasing her. Impeccable formula for a drugstore brand!!
by psychicpies