powder foundation

makeupgirl · 06-13-2008, 09:55 AM #1 (**permalink**)

I'm in need of a powder foundation, and I was wondering if you ladies use powder foundation. Mac studio Fix broke me out, and I want to know if anyone else went through that. I'm looking for something for NC45/50.

ktdetails · 06-13-2008, 10:01 AM #2 (**permalink**)

MINERALIZE SKIN FINISH NATURAL POWDER APPLIED WITH A FLAT TOP BRUSH!!!!! I use the stila #21 flat top brush (you could also try a kabuki like MAC 182)- buff that poo in - you'll look AH-MA-ZING. - NO BREAKOUTS FOR ME - and I HAVE SENSITIVE ACNE PRONE SKIN.

makeupgirl · 06-13-2008, 10:17 AM #3 (**permalink**)

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Originally Posted by ktdetails

MINERALIZE SKIN FINISH NATURAL POWDER APPLIED WITH A FLAT TOP BRUSH!!!!! I use the stila #21 flat top brush (you could also try a kabuki like MAC 182)- buff that poo in - you'll look AH-MA-ZING. - NO BREAKOUTS FOR ME - and I HAVE SENSITIVE ACNE PRONE SKIN.

Thanks, I tried the medium plus and it seemed a little too light. And the dark is a little too dark. I was told I'm NC45, so I can't seem to find a perfect match.

SoSoAmazin · 06-13-2008, 10:33 AM #4 (**permalink**)

with studio fix, make sure you're using a really good cleanser to get it all off cuz that'll contribute to break outs (a gentle cleanser isn't enough, I like using oil cleansers to really get all my makeup off). If you're skin still just plain doesn't like it, you can check out Stila's illuminating powder foundation which is also awesome (I currently have both studio fix and this and I love them both!). Others that get good reviews on makeupalley are MakeUpForever Duo Mat, Shiseido Powdery, and Clinique's Almost Powder, to name a few. HTH!

drenewt · 06-13-2008, 10:46 AM #5 (**permalink**)

I used bare minerals for years and loved it. I'm using mineralized now because it's less coverage but I would strongly suggest you try it. I think they sell it at Target now but if you have a Sephora you can try it there for free.

StArCaNdY · 06-13-2008, 11:24 AM #6 (**permalink**)

Try Stila's Illuminating Powder Foundation. I forgot I had this and started using it again and fell in love!

Simply Elegant · 06-13-2008, 11:49 AM #7 (**permalink**)

I use CoverFX's and I love it. It has a lot of darker shades and a specific line for ladies with darker skin tones and it's in the B range.

makeupgirl · 06-13-2008, 11:56 AM #8 (**permalink**)

Thanks to all you ladies for your suggestion, I will definetly look into that. I'm really hoping to find a good one.

Twinkle_Twinkle · 06-13-2008, 12:46 PM #9 (**permalink**)

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Thanks, I tried the medium plus and it seemed a little too light. And the dark is a little too dark. I was told I'm NC45, so I can't seem to find a perfect match.

MSF Natural is not a foundation. The coverage is very light. Have you tried Clinique or Prescriptives?

d n d · 06-13-2008, 01:49 PM #10 (**permalink**)

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Originally Posted by Twinkle_Twinkle

MSF Natural is not a foundation. The coverage is very light. Have you tried Clinique or Prescriptives?

I agree. Clinique's and Prescriptive's products are both suppose to be more sensitive skin friendly. I have tried Studio Fix powder and MSF (the original and the new formulation that is talc free) and they both broke me out. It's frustrating because I want to use them, but it's not worth the irritation.

Also I was at Walgreen's and noticed Covergirl's Queen Collection has their own mineral makeup, it may be worth a try!

Twinkle_Twinkle · 06-13-2008, 01:58 PM #11 (**permalink**)

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I agree. Clinique's and Prescriptive's products are both suppose to be more sensitive skin friendly. I have tried Studio Fix powder and MSF (the original and the new formulation that is talc free) and they both broke me out. It's frustrating because I want to use them, but it's not worth the irritation.

Also I was at Walgreen's and noticed Covergirl's Queen Collection has their own mineral makeup, it may be worth a try!

Prescriptives is also coming out with a mineral makeup. I think it may even be Custom Blend. Something to keep on the lookout for.

glassy girl · 06-13-2008, 02:00 PM #12 (**permalink**)

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Originally Posted by makeupgirl

Thanks, I tried the medium plus and it seemed a little too light. And the dark is a little too dark. I was told I'm NC45, so I can't seem to find a perfect match.

Even though msfn is not a foundation i still love it i think if med-plus is to light and dark is to dark try med-dark it's in between these 2 colors it should be perfect.

dominichulinda · 06-13-2008, 02:45 PM #13 (**permalink**)

I've been using my NMSF as a foundation since oct/nov ..and I love it..I don't need much coverage at all ...so it does the trick...I use Medium Dark.

makeupgirl · 06-14-2008, 10:01 PM #14 (**permalink**)

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Originally Posted by Twinkle_Twinkle

MSF Natural is not a foundation. The coverage is very light. Have you tried Clinique or Prescriptives?

Thanks for your suggestion. Yesterday I went and tried prescriptive, but it didn't quite look that good. She gave me level 4, I think that's antelope or something like that. I will be trying Clinique next and other recommandations.