The ordinary foundation

[GemmeFatale]

Has anyone tried either of the foundations from the ordinary? I’m using make up forever HD at the moment but it’s not exactly cheap so I’m looking for a more budget option and these caught my eye

Yes, I am using the serum foundation at the moment. I think it's pretty good for the price, and you only need a tiny bit for decent if light coverage. I think that it is slightly matte, but that is compared to the tinted moisturisers which I usually prefer now I'm getting older (mid-40s).

Things I like:
quick to apply
as good as many much more expensive foundations

good packaging for travelling
good range of colours
cheap as chips

I usually use NARS tinted moisturiser or an Estee Lauder tinted moisturiser in the summer.

So, not mind-blowing for me, but a good everydayer and cheap enough to give it a punt.

I did for a bit. The colour match wasn’t quite right for me but my main gripe was that it seemed to settle in any dry patches (I have dry skin). But I can’t fault the coverage - sheer and light. The formula is very runny which you might not like.

I might give it a go. Thanks both

Meh. It's just okay, imo. But I really like their primer.

I use the coverage one and for the price it is very good. It doesn't have great staying power though, so fine for a night out but probably wouldn't last a full day at work or out and about.

Ah. I really want staying power.

Maybe I should start a new thread. Recommend your foundation if it lasts forever, looks like your skin but better and doesn’t cost a fortune.

I have the serum one and I think it stays on quite well considering the light coverage and the cost - it’s my current go-to.

I absolutely love the Serum Foundation, I used to try ever new foundation trying to find the holy grail, now I've found it. I use one drop with one of those large toothbrush style brushes and just buff it in, a light dusting of powder and I'm done. I like it because it is thin but highly pigmented.

Bought the serum foundation in two of the palest shades. Both oxidised and went totally orange on my skin.

V disappointing as the coverage was nice, light and dewy.

I have the Ordinary serum foundation. I find it ok. My favourite budget foundation is Bourjois Healthy Skin Serum foundation which is excellent.