From Liquid foundation to Mineral foundation, now I'm back knocking on the doors of liquid foundation. But having tried the preservative-free, light weight cosmetic promised by most popular mineral makeups, I doubt I'll ever want to be subjected to harmful substance that most cosmetic giants put into their makeup, ever again.
Of all the major beauty brands in the world, the Japanese are said to make the best cosmetics. And when we talk about preservative-free cosmetics, naturally one of the pioneers in preservative-free skincare, FANCL, comes to mind. Well at least it came to mine because there is one outlet just within walking distance from my house when I was on the hunt for the perfect foundation with no irritants.
Being a newb to the range, I was naturally cautious and skeptical, and decided to try on only the liquid foundation, at S$35 for a 3 months supply.
One week later and I was completely won over.
Application and Coverage
Unlike most liquid f, the FANCL liquid foundation has a thin-watery consistency with sheer to medium coverage = No sticky feeling on skin. Foundation evens out smoothly with pearlescent finish, which is good because it distracts the eye away from any noticeable imperfection, without making you look like a disco ball. In short, it means a slightly dewy flawless skin without having to wear a cake-like mask.
Oil Control
Regulates sebum production pretty well, without over drying your skin. If you fancy a more refreshing (or wetter feel), you can dry the Milky liquid foundation. Not me. I like it weightless.
Oxidization (*****5 brownie points)
This is the only foundation I've tried so far that doesn't oxidize on my skin.
Cosmetic oxidization happened to be one of my greatest beauty woes. Usually before the day ends, any shade of foundation on my face will turn at least 3 shades darker than my actual skin tone, and that's when I will be the butt of all Pinoy jokes.
Shelf life VS Price
Unlike my L'oreal foundation whic lasted through my entire Uni days (and mind you, I apply makeup almost every school day), this compact bottle sits well for only 3 months.
It works out to be about S$11.70 per month, and less than S$0.50 per day (given that there are 25 working days in a month). Not too great an investment, for a daily airbrushed look.
My only gripe is that....
they have very limited shades. The one that I am using Natural light (02), is just about a shade too light. The next shade in the range, Orche Light (03) is too yellow and the next next, Natural Medium (04) is too dark.
Verdict: My Holy Grail foundation for the mo.
For a rare gem that doesn't cause the sebum on my skin to oxidize before the day is over, I can live with its lack of a perfect colour match in the range.
Of all the major beauty brands in the world, the Japanese are said to make the best cosmetics. And when we talk about preservative-free cosmetics, naturally one of the pioneers in preservative-free skincare, FANCL, comes to mind. Well at least it came to mine because there is one outlet just within walking distance from my house when I was on the hunt for the perfect foundation with no irritants.
Being a newb to the range, I was naturally cautious and skeptical, and decided to try on only the liquid foundation, at S$35 for a 3 months supply.
One week later and I was completely won over.Application and Coverage
Unlike most liquid f, the FANCL liquid foundation has a thin-watery consistency with sheer to medium coverage = No sticky feeling on skin. Foundation evens out smoothly with pearlescent finish, which is good because it distracts the eye away from any noticeable imperfection, without making you look like a disco ball. In short, it means a slightly dewy flawless skin without having to wear a cake-like mask.
Oil Control
Regulates sebum production pretty well, without over drying your skin. If you fancy a more refreshing (or wetter feel), you can dry the Milky liquid foundation. Not me. I like it weightless.
Oxidization (*****5 brownie points)
This is the only foundation I've tried so far that doesn't oxidize on my skin.
Cosmetic oxidization happened to be one of my greatest beauty woes. Usually before the day ends, any shade of foundation on my face will turn at least 3 shades darker than my actual skin tone, and that's when I will be the butt of all Pinoy jokes.
Shelf life VS Price
Unlike my L'oreal foundation whic lasted through my entire Uni days (and mind you, I apply makeup almost every school day), this compact bottle sits well for only 3 months.
It works out to be about S$11.70 per month, and less than S$0.50 per day (given that there are 25 working days in a month). Not too great an investment, for a daily airbrushed look.
My only gripe is that....
they have very limited shades. The one that I am using Natural light (02), is just about a shade too light. The next shade in the range, Orche Light (03) is too yellow and the next next, Natural Medium (04) is too dark.
Verdict: My Holy Grail foundation for the mo.
For a rare gem that doesn't cause the sebum on my skin to oxidize before the day is over, I can live with its lack of a perfect colour match in the range.
