Nars Sheer Matte Foundation in Vallauris Review
By Allaboutjyl
Hellos!
Last month, I went to the mall in search for a foundation to replace my emptied
Chanel Vitalumiere foundation. Initially,
I plan to get MAC prolong wear foundation but as I stop by NARS booth, I ended
up getting a foundation from NARS instead.
Before
I start with the review, let me introduce to you with the product first:
NARS: Sheer Matte
Foundation in Vallauris
What it claims:
- Provides
oil-free, soft matte finish and buildable coverage
- Able to
controls shine throughout the day
- Gives even
skin tone and perfect porcelain look
For
more information, you may visit this link
Here are my takes for this
particular foundation:
Consistency: Creamy
liquidity but not runny
Coverage: Low to medium
but buildable
Oil-Control: Medium to High
(stayed oil-free for 5 hours without a primer!)
Shades: Available in 19
shades (click here for reference) and
I got the Vallauris which is Medium with pink undertone
Finish: Matte
Lasting Power: Medium to High
(still intact after 4 hours!)
Packaging: Glass bottle
with no pump
Availability: All NARS booth
Price: USD 45
Size: 30 ml
What I like about:
- Help me
stayed oil-free and does NOT cake at all (im oily-combo skin)
- Able to
minimize redness and conceal broken capillaries
- Does not
have to set it with a powder as it finishes matte
- Does not
transfer and dries up quick
- Did not
experience any discomfort upon using this product
What I don’t like:
- No pump
included!
- A bit
difficult to blend with brush
- Expensive
Overall Reviews:
The
SA suggested that Vallauris would be a perfect match for me but I think it’s a
wee bit dark for me =( Good thing, I was able to balance it out using a lighter
shade setting powder.
I
like this foundation but NOT to the point of LOVING it. I like it because I
don’t have to worry on having a greasy and shiny face anymore. However, still
not loving it as the coverage is lacking and it is a challenge to blend and
buff with a brush.
Recommendation:
Yes,
if your main problem is oiliness then this foundation really helps stay matte
for hours!
No,
if you have normal/dry skin as this doesn’t work that much of a wonder considering
the hefty price tag
Thank you for dropping by ^_~