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Is there some sort of face product that evens out irregularities in ton/e but that isn't foundation?

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JuanPotatoTwo · 30/12/2016 22:57

I think I might be looking for something that doesn't exist, unless someone more knowledgeable (ie, most people :)) can inform me otherwise.

I don't want a foundation or a primer I don't think - I do wear them (Bobby Brown) but I feel quite 'made up' in them and tend to wear only for going out. I've tried bb creams in the past but without much success. Same with tinted moisturizer or products like Clarins flash balm.

I think I'm looking for something very easy and quick to apply every day - so no faffing about spreading evenly or blending in, something that evens out my skin tone. I have it in my head that there used to be a product that you put on and it sort of acclimatised to your skin colour so you didn't need to worry about choosing the right colour - but I might have totally made that up!

Can anyone suggest anything please?

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RemusLupinsChristmasMovie · 30/12/2016 23:33

Porefessional is a primer but with a v slight tint and can be worn alone, without foundation. It's lovely but v expensive for a tiny tube.

I've just bought the No 7 pore reducing primer and v impressed so far. It's not got any colour but does even out skintone.

botemp · 30/12/2016 23:38

The Estee Lauder CC Cream vaguely matches your description, try it out though as it is different from other CC creams and the coverage is very lightweight.

IvorHughJarrs · 30/12/2016 23:43

I had a sample of a foundation that was supposed to adjust to your skin tone and it accentuated the unevenness. I use a Bobbi Brown BB cream which helps a bit but not sure there is a solution

Will watch with interest

loveisenough · 30/12/2016 23:47

This is brilliant, really easy to apply and gives a lovely light glowy finish. I have quite a lot of redness in my skin tone and this works wonders.

ParisIsBurning · 30/12/2016 23:50

The BareMinerals Complexion Rescue does just that for me. Evens my skin out a tad and adds a fabulous glow but next to no coverage.

I do think you have to have "good" skin for it to work. It wouldn't sort eye bags or pimples. But it works for me.

fluffiphlox · 30/12/2016 23:50

I like L'Oréal Eau de Teint. V light.

Slowdownsally · 30/12/2016 23:58

There's a bunch reviewed here: www.vogue.co.uk/gallery/best-cc-cream-reviews

I use the L'Oréal nude magique and it's pretty good for the price.

GloriousRoob · 31/12/2016 00:02

The palest clinique cc moisture surge is too dark on me.

GloriousRoob · 31/12/2016 00:02

I can tell it would be good though.

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JuanPotatoTwo · 31/12/2016 00:09

Oh thank you for answers and suggestions. Will read through properly tomorrow.

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MemorySoup · 31/12/2016 00:16

You need Erborian HD CC cream. It comes out white and adjusts to your skin tone, it's brilliant at evening the complexion. Available from Space NK.

LadyOfTheCanyon · 31/12/2016 03:49

Perricone no foundation foundation?

Manumission · 31/12/2016 03:56

I don't know but I'm interested.

FineLookingHighHorse · 31/12/2016 04:13

Loreal eau de teint.

BadlyDrawnBuoy · 31/12/2016 09:37

This stuff is great and you only need to apply a small amount - pricey but lasts

www.perriconemd.co.uk/no-foundation-foundation-no-2.html?___store=default&nosto=frontpage-nosto-2

Cheesymonster · 31/12/2016 09:57

I think L'Oréal eau de teint might be discontinued.

I use La Roche Posay Effaclar BB Blur in place of foundation.

MrsSchadenfreude · 31/12/2016 09:58

NYC BB cream is brilliant!

TheLionQueen · 31/12/2016 10:02

Could you mean the boots intelligent colour foundation? You buy in light, medium or dark and it blends to your skin tone. Goes on nicely too.

eurochick · 31/12/2016 10:07

I second Benefit Porefessional. I hate the feeling of foundation on my skin and only wear it once in a blue moon. I use the Benefit stuff daily on my t zone with a light dusting of translucent powder on top.

daffodilbaby · 31/12/2016 11:12

this www.esteelauder.co.uk/product/688/13160/product-catalog/skincare/by-category/moisturisers/daywear/multi-protection-anti-oxidant-sheer-tint-release-moisturizer-spf-15 it's amazing. It's lighter than a bb or cc cream, less than even a tinted moisturiser - i rave about it - i need a little more coverage in winter but only use this in summer. You don't need to blend or anything, apply just like a moisturiser and it releases a very sheer tint to even out skin tone.

OCSockOrphanage · 31/12/2016 13:45

Sensai Bronzing Gel. Sheer and not really bronzing, just instant healthiness in a water based gel, and in a tube. So easy, you don't even need a mirror to apply it. Doesn't streak or clog.

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JuanPotatoTwo · 31/12/2016 20:01

Thanks a lot for all the suggestions and links. I had a look through and am going to give the Erborian CC cream a try first - it was a toss up between that and the Estee Lauder day cream.

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supadupapupascupa · 31/12/2016 20:05

I use avon BB cream and then pop a touch of bare minerals on the apples of cheeks or anywhere that needs a touch more coverage. A then a quick sweep of de-shining powder

notagiraffe · 31/12/2016 20:08

I now use Nivea primer with Nivea tinted moisturiser on top. The moisturiser alone was too heavy but with primer first, it glides on and it barely noticeable. I've had a few compliments for the first time in ages!