This used to be my main foundation, and I loved the shake pot packaging (which I found worked really well), the gentle mineral formula, the buildable nature of it, the buffed, creamy finish and the perfect colour match for my pale skin. As more mineral sunscreens and foundations came on the market though, I started trying those out and ended up quite liking the cream or liquid formulas, which were obviously more hydrating for my dry skin. But I always liked the fact that the mineral powder was such a one-ingredient product, with no hidden possible toxins or nasties. So I tried it again the other day...
How times have changed! I think for younger skins, it's lovely, but for my older skin (now post-50), it's really ageing. It highlights my lines, clings to those fine, downy hairs on my cheeks and, because it doesn't offer any hydration at all, my skin starts feeling tight and uncomfortable after a while, as if the powder is sucking my moisture out! And even with loads of buffing, it doesn't get that creamy finish I used to like. It just looks... powdery.
I love the idea. I used to love the product. I'd absolutely recommend it for younger skins. But, sadly, it's no longer for me.
I've been on the hunt for a natural foundation that ACTUALLY provides full coverage for a while now and it looks like I've found my match! I use this alongside the liquid foundation and I have found that it gives long lasting full coverage. It helps reduce my big pores and keeps my oily skin at bay. It is also pretty long wearing for a mineral foundation. The only downside is that I find loose powder messy and wasteful. I bought it on special at iherb.co.nz