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Recommendations for foundation/BB cream

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febel · 25/08/2020 10:43

Any recommendations for foundations for BB creams? I looked at Trinny's BB cream but don't know anyone who has used it. I need coverage but don't want to look like I have a flat chalky mask on (used to use Estee Lauder double wear but I swear they have made it thicker!)

Anyone got any favourites....dewy perfect complexion is what I am aiming for lol

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TeddyIsaHe · 25/08/2020 10:51

The best foundation for dewy skin is No7 Hydraluminous. Not a bb cream but soooo good. It’s the only foundation I’ve ever repeatedly bought.

For BB creams have a look on YesStyle for some Korean/Japanese ones - they are far better than any western BB creams I’ve found.

Juicyfrooty · 25/08/2020 11:03

No7 Hydraluminous is really nice but I think it's giving me spots.

I loved the Bourjois CC cream but cant get it in the UK any more. Still looking for a replacement.

WhereAreWeNow · 25/08/2020 12:28

I really like the No7 foundation drops. You add just one or two drops to whatever moisturiser/serum/sun cream you like and it gives surprisingly good but natural coverage. Nice small bottle too so handy for keeping in your make up bag. You can add more drops depending on how much coverage you want.
If you liked ELDW, have you tried the light version? It is much sheerer. I prefer it.

febel · 25/08/2020 15:37

Might have a look at the drops....not heard of those.

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febel · 25/08/2020 15:39

...altho no 7 protect and perfect gave me breakouts...

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QuentinInQuarantino · 25/08/2020 15:42

Erborian. It's fantastic. I think it might be Korean. It's expensive but lasts ages.

QueenPaws · 25/08/2020 15:46

EL futurist
Pic attached of me wearing it

Recommendations for foundation/BB cream
febel · 26/08/2020 07:54

oooo...not heard of El futurist...and it's Estee Lauder I see. tempted. Is it heavy ? I want to look natural but not over shiny! The plus is I would know my shade as I presume they are the same as the double wear shades.

Am a bit wary of Boots no 7 , altho tempted by the drops, as it can make my skin break out.

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febel · 26/08/2020 07:56

....altho perhaps I might be the wrong age for it reading some of the reviews....sits in pores, lines and wrinkles said one and had to retouch often.!

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QueenPaws · 26/08/2020 08:55

@febel I would get a sample if you can - I have issues with foundations looking patchy or clinging or sitting in pores and it's been fab on me. The pic is with a vast amount of illuminator underneath so it's less shiny without that, not heavy at all. It's a v thin runny texture

StarStarTeachMe · 26/08/2020 18:57

Erborian BB cream is so good

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