NYC Natural Matte Foundation in Ivory 001
Like many woman I am on the look out for the perfect foundation and as a beauty blogger committed to budget products, I am on the search for the ultimate budget foundation. I am a massive fan of the Maxfactor Smooth Effect Foundation but I’ve decided I want to track down the ultimate budget foundation. When I set myself this challenge I thought it would be a pretty depressing task as I expected I wouldn’t be able to find a foundation in my shade, never mind one that was actually good. However, I am pleased to say I was very much mistaken and proved wrong by NYC’s Natural Matte Foundation.
The foundation claims to offer ‘up to 8 hours of shine free complexion. Perfect, flawless yet breathable and natural looking coverage.’ I think that for the first time ever I would not dispute any claims that are made on the packaging of a product because this foundation really does do everything it claims to. I don’t have greasy skin so perhaps I’m not the most qualified to comment on how it controls shine but this formula is in no way greasy and definitely doesn’t encourage grease or shine.
Left: Without makeup Right: With NYC Natural Matte Foundation in 001 Ivory
What I love about this product is the extent of the coverage and how well it lasts. It gives a good medium coverage, successfully camouflaging blemishes and dark circles. I don’t have the best skin and often don’t get time during the day to reapply my makeup so a long lasting foundation is a must. Once this was applied I felt confident all day that my skin still looked even and my worst bits remained disguised. This foundation is also very easy to apply, it blends well and one application gives enough coverage for a full days wear. I also received lots of compliments whilst wearing this foundation about how well I looked and how clear my skin was.My one complaint about this product is that it doesn’t come in enough shades. I opted for the lightest shade which is 001 Ivory. I would say it is a shade darker than I should be wearing. Despite this, I have had this product for over a month and worn it everyday because the coverage is just so good. What’s more, it is only £2.99! Seriously, this product is the ultimate bargain because not only is it super affordable it also performs. Please, please NYC make this product in shades for super pale skin!
NYC Foundation Review
Product: A long lasting foundation that is affordable, easy to apply and easy to wear
Longevity:Very long wearing, a good 5 to 7 hours plus. Lots of applications per bottle.
Affordable:Very, the ultimate bargain at £2.99!
Easy to use:Easy to apply, blend and wear.
Availability:Available from Superdrug and online.
The Verdict: 9/10 – A great, affordable, long lasting product. Giving Maxfactor a run for their money!
