Once upon a time, I was ‘that girl’ with a pressed powder compact in her purse at all times. Over the last few years, that hasn’t been the case as I’ve forgone my beloved compacts in favor of loose setting powder. I’m not sure when or why I stopped, but I really began to miss having something for on the go touch-ups! Greasy t-zone be … Continue reading Clove + Hallow Pressed Powder
When I received a sample of the Ilia True Skin Foundation, I rationed it as if it were a scarcity that could disappear and never return – it was absolute love at first swipe. Thankfully, it doesn’t take much to cover your entire face, but this was an immediate must-have purchase for me after sampling! This foundation gives such a soft, perfect finish and doesn’t … Continue reading True Skin Serum Foundation: Ilia
I have been asked so many times about the Gressa Minimalist Corrective Serum Foundation, so I got a bottle to give it a whirl! And let me say, I am quite impressed. If there is one thing I can say after years of trying natural foundations, it’s that the ones that lack silicone usually take some trial and error to find the best application method. Silicone … Continue reading Gressa Minimalist Foundation
First, let me say, I think the name Au Naturale is brilliant for a natural cosmetics company. It’s straight forward and sets a great tone for what consumers can expect! What you’ll find in their products are simple ingredients without a lot of fluff or junk and hydrating formulas. I got the Eternity lipstick in the shade Charm. It’s a pretty plum shade with hints … Continue reading Au Naturale Haul: Lipstick, Eyeliner, C2P, and Semi-Matte Powder Foundation
My daily go-to powder for setting my foundation is, well…powder foundation. Hear me out. Over the years I’ve used a variety of powders to set my foundation and/or concealer-everything ranging from pressed powders, loose, mineral-based, color correcting…you name it. I recently tried Antonym Baked Foundation* because it looks like a pressed powder. I tried the ‘foundation’ on its own, but personally, I prefer more coverage … Continue reading Antonym Baked Foundation (Powder)
I’ve been on the journey to find the best natural foundation over the past few years, and I’ve tried countless formulas, shades, application techniques and time after time felt the sting of disappointment, not to mention cash down the drain trying to find ‘the one’. Don’t worry, I saved you the hassle of searching endlessly! Often times I would try a formula that was patchy … Continue reading My current favorite foundation
