Maybelline Fit Me Matte+Pore Foundation Review

Maybelline Matte + Poreless Foundation has the best coverage. Every morning I put my face on I fall more and more in love with this foundation. The coverage over my redness is outstanding! I don't use a primer, only moisturise. It stays on all day and it does not cause me to have any break outs.

I apply it a little over over my jaw line and use a translucent powder to help blend it out to look completely natural. I have sensitive skin and it doesn't dry it out or become oily or patchy like others I have used in the past.

If you want full coverage absolutely have this in your makeup bag. It's my mask, my transformation every morning and my holy grail.

For someone with very oily skin and acne prone skin I was pleasantly happy! I have very oily skin and this was an amazing foundation for my skin type as well as having acne prone skin which means my skin breaks out quite easily and to basically anything. This kept my face neutral and quite matte throughout the day. When I first applied it, it was quite matte and definitely looked like I had foundation on but after wearing it for awhile, it started to set and seem a bit more natural - not sure if it was because of the oils from my face coming through or what but it definitely looked really nice. I use a sponge to apply this and the finish is just great. I haven't used it with a brush yet but I don't think there would be an issue since it blends quite well and doesn't dry down immediately. It does oxidise a bit however so I would recommend swatching it in person first on just buy a shade lower.

I wasn't expecting too much on this product because I have tried other foundations with the same price but the effect weren't great. This one is different. It was very easy to apply with any tools. It is also buildable so if you're not contented with the 1st layer, you can always add another layer. It is comfortable on my skin. After 6 hours, I oiled up but the foundation was still great after blotting. It's very humid in the place where I'm at so I already expected that. The only part where the foundation was ruined were on the sides of my nose and under my lips. Check my full review @ http://www.diaryofaiko.com/2018/02/review-maybelline-new-york-fit-me-matte.html

This foundation is reliable; it gives you a buildable coverage that conceals redness and the old acne bump. I found it true to its Matte and Poreless name for the most part, yet be prepared to not stay as matte as the day goes on.

Shade Range - 120 – Classic Ivory. 9 Matte shades available in range. Limited colour range, only 1 deep shade. Packaging -Glass bottle, tidy labelling, twist off lid, open bottle – no applicator. Weight on face ⁃ Light weight Coverage ⁃ Medium Wearability – Not long wearing, will transfer to hand, clothes ect, when touched. Not transfer proof, not water or smudge proof. Setting spray can help, but not on very long hot days. Buildable – Buildable with concealer and translucent powder. Smell ⁃ No smell?? maybe slight “makeup” smell, but nothing obvious. Drying finish ⁃ Matte almost powder finish Texture – Smooth, Medium liquid texture. Skin types – For normal to oily skin. If you have really dry skin, matte foundations can sometimes stick to the dry areas and accentuate those areas when you might not want to. I have combination skin, so if I moisturise daily, Im usually pretty good. However, I can go dry really quickly. I have had no issues with this foundation with dry areas. Colour – Matches well. I have mild light olive skin, so I like to go for a yellow undertone foundation in the light range. The 120 Classic Ivory was perfect. Oxidise ⁃ Some oxidising after several hours of wear. Not as obvious if concealer and translucent powder used. Powder – Can go without powder, but will use translucent powder in T zone areas for a more lasting finish. Dries to a nice matte finish without powder. Banana powder or foundation powder will make it look cakey. Best tools – Flat top brush with a dabbing motion or hands. Using a sweeping motion can cause streaks with this foundation and a beauty blender tends to just soak it all up. Mils/ longevity ⁃ Standard 30mls. Can get a lot of use out of a whole bottle, don’t need much product for desired result. Price range ⁃ (sale price, full price) *Prices at time of researching for review* Farmers – $26.99 (but you do get your loyalty points and vouchers, often have sales) Warehouse – $22 recreateyourself.co.nz – 20.75 afterpay available. makeup.co.nz $24.99 Kmart – $25 beautybliss.co.nz – $24.95 paylater part pay available

Worth the Price? Definitely worth the price. Very affordable, reliable foundation.

Pros - Affordable Applies nicely Blends out well Colour matches pretty well Looks really good Don’t need a lot of product It layers well Can wear without powder Good simple packaging Standard 30mls.

Cons- Not a huge colour range Is not transfer proof or long wearing No pump applicator Not full coverage Can get cakey with some powders Oxidises slightly Can get patchy if you get sweaty or oily

This foundation can look very beautiful on the skin, even though it is a matte foundation, it’s not too matte where it looks powdery. The packaging can be pretty annoying as it doesn’t have a pump. The foundation is a medium coverage but it buildable. It can oxidise on the skin a bit and I don’t suggest this foundation if you have super dry skin because I feel like it can cling to dry skin if you are not careful. Also the colour selection isn’t great. It sounds like there is heaps of cons in the reviews but it is a very beautiful foundation.

I love this stuff! Great Matt coverage which is buildable so you can have a lighter coverage for day but more coverage for going out looks. Stays pretty matt for a long day at work but not super convinced it makes me look poreless. I was initially hesitant to buy because I hate not being able to shade test and can’t find anywhere with maybelline testers but when I saw it on sale for 40% off at supermarket thought I’d give it a try in the palest shade. Perfect match! The only thing I hate is the bottle I really wish it had a pump applicator not just pour! Will still buy again!