'I've found the best foundation for pigmentation'
I prefer a foundation coverage that doesn't look like I am wearing any makeup - a second skin finish as they call it in 'the industry'. But I also don't want my skin misgivings (in my case, pigmentation patches) showing through either, which unfortunately a 'sheer veil' cannot promise. Matte, full-coverage foundations do, but I banished heavier base formulations from my makeup bag a few days after my 40th birthday when my skin became dryer than the desert in a precursor to peri-menopause.
So here it lies: is there such a miracle as a radiance-giving foundation that perfects skin tone, disguises discolouration and offers long-lasting coverage without being too heavy?
The new Dior Forever Hydra Nude Foundation, £50 may be the solution I've been looking for.£50.00 at dior.com
It claims 24 hours of natural perfection, non-transferable and 48 hours of hydration enriched with hyaluronic acid. Also, 55% of this foundation contains water which is probably why it feels so refreshing and lightweight when I apply it to my skin.
It declares inviting and wonderful things like 'skin-blurring', 'hydrating' and 'lasts all day.' What's not to like?
It comes in 18 key shades available in 3 undertones. I chose shade 2N, but I could have gone up a shade as I prefer my skin to look warmer. I'd say that the coverage is medium - one swipe was enough to cancel out redness and cover my pigmentation, however, it's extremely buildable, so you can easily add a second layer to get fuller coverage.
The addition of hyaluronic acid and water didn't leave a wet-look film on my face, which I was concerned about, instead, it offered a slight glow as I moved my face into the light.
After its ability to 'erase' discolouration and even out skin tone, I was also impressed by how comfortable it was to wear. On the first day of wearing Hydra Nude, I had several 'What's different about you?' comments. And I kept finding excuses to look in the mirror to ensure it was still 'working'.
However, for full transparency, even though I have fallen hard for Hydra Nude, I did find that by 3 pm it had started to fade on oilier parts of my face, like the chin and nose. Next time I'll set it with a translucent powder or setting spray to extend wear.
So, does the Dior Forever Hydra Nude Foundation answer my foundation wish list?
Radiance-giving? Tick. Disguise colouration? Tick. Lightweight coverage? Tick. Skin-perfecting? Tick Long-lasting? Well, four out of five isn't a bad start.
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