I have dark circles, areas of redness and millions of
freckles, lol.
After applying the foundation with a stippling brush. Ok. So, I've also been using these for the last two months. The foundation really is comparable to MAC studio fix. The coverage is amazing, it comes in a wide range of colors and there is a oily/combo skin formula and a dry skin formula. I've been using the oily formula. I love MAC studio fix foundation and always will, however MAC studio fix foundation is a liquid to powder formulation and it tends to oxidize on the skin after an hour or so, causing the foundation to turn more yellow toned on the skin. I have not noticed this with the Revlon colorstay. This foundation is a great option for those who don't want to shell out the $28 for MAC studio fix, especially when walgreen/cvs/rite-aid run these foundations on sale for buy one get one free! I have even mixed this foundation with my revlon colorstay when I need some extra coverage and when the MAC tends to look to yellowish on my skin, which is when I have a little extra coloring on my face due to being out in the sun. I have heard complaints of people saying the Revlon colorstay is a bit too thick. This can be easily remedied by applying this foundation with a damp, disposable cosmetic sponge. Or by using a stippling brush to apply. I've also used this foundation on several weddings/special events I've worked. This foundation does contain a small SPF, however it photographs rather well, as long as you're using your proper shade.
I would recommend for the folks with dry skin, using a nice primer under this foundation, also those with "mature" skin who have some fine lines (I also recommend using the damp sponge method for you mature gals. This prevents the makeup settling into fine lines and creating weird lines.)
On to the Revlon colorstay powders. These pressed powders offer great coverage...BUT do not apply them with the powder puff it comes with. Apply the powder with a fluffy face brush and you will get a much better end result. I do find these powders a tad bit drying (which is good if you have oily skin, so if you have dry skin, make sure you're using a great moisturizer) You may want to watch out when you apply touch ups, it could end up looking cakey, especially if the powder isn't applied with a fluffy brush. Fluffly face brushes allow a large area to be powdered allowing sparse amounts to go on to the skin. Using the cheapo powder puffs in these compacts you will have a large amount of powder going onto a small area which causes the powder to look cakey and will give you an uneven look. A kabuki brush would even work for the application of pressed powder. I will post before and after pictures soon! If you have any questions feel free to send me a message.
I would recommend for the folks with dry skin, using a nice primer under this foundation, also those with "mature" skin who have some fine lines (I also recommend using the damp sponge method for you mature gals. This prevents the makeup settling into fine lines and creating weird lines.)
On to the Revlon colorstay powders. These pressed powders offer great coverage...BUT do not apply them with the powder puff it comes with. Apply the powder with a fluffy face brush and you will get a much better end result. I do find these powders a tad bit drying (which is good if you have oily skin, so if you have dry skin, make sure you're using a great moisturizer) You may want to watch out when you apply touch ups, it could end up looking cakey, especially if the powder isn't applied with a fluffy brush. Fluffly face brushes allow a large area to be powdered allowing sparse amounts to go on to the skin. Using the cheapo powder puffs in these compacts you will have a large amount of powder going onto a small area which causes the powder to look cakey and will give you an uneven look. A kabuki brush would even work for the application of pressed powder. I will post before and after pictures soon! If you have any questions feel free to send me a message.
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