Hey guys. How have you been? I've been terribly busy with work, traveling and the like and have not even had time to read the blogs :(
I was recently in Barbados for a business trip and had the opportunity to visit their MAC counter there (yay). I was pretty excited because we don't have one in St. Vincent. I picked up a few things which I'll post swatches and reviews on a little later. I finally got my hands on three eyeshadows I've been lemming (woodwinked, coppering and rice paper), the Pro-longwear foundation and concealer and the moisture-lush moisturizer....all which I love. They didn't have any of the lippies I wanted.
What I really wanted to tell you about, however, is the foundation. I have various MAC foundations all which are okay but nothing that I'd keep buying. I actually prefer my Revlon Colorstay to any of the previous MAC foundations that I own but my recent purchase has changed my mind!! Don't get me wrong...I still lovem y color stay but the PLW is AMAZING!
According to the MAC website the Pro Longwear foundation gives up to 15 hours of wear in any environmental condition...it provides sheer to medium coverage...controls oil...and provides SPF (10) protection.
Now living in the Caribbean, finding a foundation that wears well through our hot climate is a major challenge. Even my beloved colorstay gets oily in my T-zone after 4 or so hours....but the Pro Longwear really does give you up to 12 hours. I've worn this three times since I bought it and for one of those times....I've worn it for about 13 hours (I applied it at 9 am and took it off around 11pm) and it still looked as fresh as when I applied it. It hasn't broken me out (but then again MAC foundations never do) and it kept oil at bay ALL day. It can be a little drying though so I suggest you use a really good moisturizer underneath (hence me buying moisture lush) for it to wear better. Also, taking this thing off requires more than just cleanser. I use ponds cold cream with a face wipe, my face wash (cream) as well as toner to make sure get it all off.
On another note, this foundation applies best (for me) with a foundation brush like the MAC 190. My Sigma F80 didn't do it justice as all and i looked heavily made up. It dries quickly so you have to work really fast and buff it into your skin. I also find that the flat top kabuki left me looking heavily made up while the other foundation brush gave me a more natural finish (semi-matte). I set it with my MSF Natural although I think you may not even need powder....I just thrown on the MSF to bring more balance to my face.
That aside, I fully recommend this (especially if you live in very hot/humid climates). For reference, I'm an NC45.
On another note, this foundation applies best (for me) with a foundation brush like the MAC 190. My Sigma F80 didn't do it justice as all and i looked heavily made up. It dries quickly so you have to work really fast and buff it into your skin. I also find that the flat top kabuki left me looking heavily made up while the other foundation brush gave me a more natural finish (semi-matte). I set it with my MSF Natural although I think you may not even need powder....I just thrown on the MSF to bring more balance to my face.
That aside, I fully recommend this (especially if you live in very hot/humid climates). For reference, I'm an NC45.
And, the concealer is just as good! But that's another review! lol
If you have any questions, let me know!
If you have any questions, let me know!
Have a great day loves!
*kisses*
A long-wear foundation that gives up to 15 hours of wear in any environmental condition. Lightweight and creamy, applies smoothly to provide sheer to medium coverage. Even in hot and humid conditions, controls oil to keep skin fresh, natural and flawless. Provides everyday SPF protection
A long-wear foundation that gives up to 15 hours of wear in any environmental condition. Lightweight and creamy, applies smoothly to provide sheer to medium coverage. Even in hot and humid conditions, controls oil to keep skin fresh, natural and flawless. Provides everyday SPF protection
A long-wear foundation that gives up to 15 hours of wear in any environmental condition. Lightweight and creamy, applies smoothly to provide sheer to medium coverage. Even in hot and humid conditions, controls oil to keep skin fresh, natural and flawless. Provides everyday SPF protection
