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I fancy trying a new foundation, can anyone recommend one?

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GirlsAreLoud · 27/07/2009 14:18

Normally use Clinique Repariwear and get on just fine with it but I've used it for years and wondering if there's anything else out there I'd like.

I don't tend to suffer from spots but I like good coverage because my skin tone is quite uneven, can also be a bit dry. Repairwear is quite matt but I do like the more dewy looking foundations. Do they give as good coverage and can anyone recommend one?

I'm 30, if that helps.

Thanks.

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OhBling · 27/07/2009 14:21

I love my Mac one - good coverage but still fairly light. And I use one that's slightly moisterizing.

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NewLeaseofLife · 27/07/2009 14:33

Lancome, any of them are good but I use the adaptive one. Its not oily but not too grainy IYKWIM. I get very oily on my T zone but dry on my cheeks and it works wonders.

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I'm 30 too and I find it helps even out any wrinkles

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GirlsAreLoud · 27/07/2009 16:40

Great, thanks both.

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AnnieOneForTennis · 27/07/2009 16:41

Have you considered the mineral stuff?
I find it fab.
Bare Essentuals is the one I use, but more companies are doing it now.

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GirlsAreLoud · 27/07/2009 16:45

I have got it but can't find one pale enough for me unfortunately Annie. I do like the coverage though.

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AnnieOneForTennis · 27/07/2009 16:48

I use the Fairly Light one, it's the lightest, and I'm very pale. Shame, cos it's great. Perhaps one of the other brands?

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GirlsAreLoud · 27/07/2009 17:21

Thanks annie, have ordered a small pot on ebay and will give it a go!

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8oreighty · 27/07/2009 17:56

best ever is from screenface uk. www.screenface.com/NewProdDets.asp?Products_Action=Find(%27Productid%27,%27592%27)&Products_Position =FIL%3ASubCategory+%3D+%27Foundations%2FTinted+Moisturisers%27ORD%3AABS%3A12KEY%3A592PAR%3A

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8oreighty · 27/07/2009 17:58

duh sorry

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talkingbook · 27/07/2009 18:29

I don't normally use their products as I tend to think it is a bit older woman but the elizabeth arden foundation is very good.I'm very pale and the soft sunbeige is a good match which is a bit strange given the name.It covers spots and my not very good skin well without looking caked on with a little help from the secret camouflage concealer which is the best one IMO.

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Spoo · 27/07/2009 18:36

Another vote for MAC here. THey tend to do a good range of colours and match you really well, when you ask them to.

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SuzeMcG · 27/07/2009 19:03

Giorgio Armani foundation is brilliant.

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PrincessButtercup · 27/07/2009 19:13

Dior Forever was recommended to me by a makeup artist friend and is fantastic. It gives beautiful, smooth coverage. Worth a try next time you're passing a Dior counter. The Diorshow mascara is also brilliant.

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mrsmerryweather · 28/07/2009 07:30

Prescriptives is worth a look and they'll custom make the shade for you.
I am a fan of Clinique repair wear but I am 50s- though my skin is till good- but I'd have htought you could get away with something more dewy andlighter.
can you stretch to Chanteceille (sp)- supposed tobe great too.

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