My first ever foundation when I was 16 was the Shiseido White Lucent compact foundation before I switched to Maquillage and that started my journey and passion for makeup. Hence, I was really excited when Shiseido launched their Synchro Skin Refreshing range with new formulas and was highly raved by reviews and people as well! 

With the Synchro Skin-Refreshing range, it's the first foundation that self-refreshes with ActiveForce technology. (Not sure how it works technically but it does what it says)

So no more creases, transfers, foundation sliding at the end of the day, especially with the heat and humidity. I was skeptical at first, but I couldn't believe how my skin was at the end of the day when I remove my makeup. 

Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF30 - Available in 30 shades 

A weightless foundation, with ActiveForce™ technology, that synchronizes with skin and self-refreshes nonstop for a 24-hour just-applied look and flawless finish.

Coverage: Medium - Buildable 

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation and the Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation have been the top foundation, and many have been in confusion and dilemma between both. A question I get a lot is, "what's the difference between both foundations?" 

Both products have different packaging, and while the Nars Sheer Glow foundation has been a cult and all-time favourite of many people, the Nars Radiant Longwear Foundation has been to go-to grab and choice of some as well.  

To summarise each product; 

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation

A foundation that is buildable to enhance your skin while giving you a natural glow. It is buildable to cover your acne, scars, redness and everything you need, but it's also light enough to let your natural glow shine. Confusing, isn't it. You have to try to understand what I mean. 

It sets into a semi-matte finish, and while the product is called "Sheer-Glow", it technically isn't sheer at all. This foundation could be a light, medium or full coverage depending on your application. 

After a 12 hour wear, the foundation is still on my face, and it isn't transferring, gliding/sliding, patchy, and oils aren't shining through. Of course, your skincare, primer and how you set your makeup makes a difference. 

It comes in 40 shades (Note; not all places might carry them all), and I have not met anyone who could not find a shade match. 

The shade I'm using: Light 1 Siberia, and it's a perfect match. 

Key Ingredients: 

1. Glycerin - maintains skin moisture level to prevent dryness and dehydration 

1. Vitamin C - Brightens skin and evens out skin tone 

Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation 

A foundation that is medium-full but delivers a natural, long-wearing fade resistance. It is buildable to full coverage for those who want a heavier coverage 

It sets to a matte finish that looks natural. The product's name is called "Longwear", and it is designed to wear up to 16 hours. With this, your skin type does make a difference. If you are an oily skin type, you would have to prime and set your face with the right product to achieve its 16-hour wear. 

It comes in 34 shades (Note; not all places might have them in stock) 

The shade I'm using: Light 0 - Siberia 

Key Ingredients: 

1. Raspberry Extract: Stop premature ageing and fights free radicals

1. Apple Extract: Helps skin appear brighter and smoother

1. Watermelon Extract: Promotes Hydration

• They don't oxidise too much; hence I don't look like Oompa Loompa 

• They've got plenty of shades for everyone (well, to be precise, the pale, fair, medium and tanned skin are covered. I can't speak for the dark skin tones) 

• A little goes a long way

• The application is easy and smooth 

• My sensitive skin don't react to them. 

Note: The Nars Sheer Glow Foundation does not come with a pump. It is sold separately 

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Both foundation while it is to enhance your skin and complexion, they do have a slight difference. 

In my words, Nars Sheer Glow foundation is much lighter, and you don't feel it on your skin, whereas the Nars Radiant Longwear Foundation is much thicker. 

Nars Sheer Glow is perfect for every day if you would like to cover some imperfection or even out your skin tone or generally have a better complexion. Whereas Nars Radiant Longwear Foundation is for those who would like full coverage or oily skin, nothing works out, and you prefer not to blot and set your skin. 

In terms of application, Nars Sheer Glow is a much easier way to apply. I apply with a wet sponge. Nars Radiant Longwear Foundation sets pretty quickly, so you have to work fast, and it is harder to buff and blend with a brush, but a wet sponge works fine. 

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What I love about Nars foundations in general;

They're both priced very similarly 

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation - $71 (Pump sold separately for $6) - Available at Mecca 

Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation - $75 - Available at Mecca

Every other few months, we see a new product launch especially a new foundation that has been "revolutionise" or "upgraded". We then try and test it to see what's the difference is. The good and the bad, the ins and the outs, the pros and the cons - we all want to know it.

Brands have been releasing and re-formulating serum foundations that just adds a new product on the shelf and cause more confusion to people. 

The one question I get a lot is “I just want a foundation, but there is so many out there! I don’t even know what is what anymore” In response to this question, I would usually have to explain why there are the different various kinds of foundations and help them in their journey to get one. 

Serum foundation is one that I have not talked about much or reviewed any. So, sit back, relax and hopefully, you’ll get something out of this :) 

What is Serum Foundation?

Serum foundations (also known as foundation fluids or skin tints) are currently one of the biggest trends on the beauty market. The milky, oil- and silicone-based emulsions feel weightless and give the skin a beautiful, velvety finish without looking like makeup - Allure

It was created as the next generation foundation. The added value and extra benefit that everyone would love. The less-cakey look - close to natural but seamless, flawless, perfect finishing. 

What is the main difference between Serum Foundation and regular Foundation?

Top question to someone who hears it for the first time but doesn’t really know the difference. 

Foundations were created back then to conceal, correct and cover. From changing skin tone to correct colours and to conceal everything to have the perfect flawless skin - thus was created to be full coverage.

Then the medium coverage came in, and someone went light and the sheers. Then the matte and the dewy trend started when the cosmetic industry realised everyone has different skin types, skin tones and skin colours. More came out.

Why did Serum Foundation make an impact in the beauty industry?

Giving you a natural healthy looking glow, leaving your skin looking like skin - but better. 

If you love the lightweight feel of a tinted moisturizer, but want the full coverage of a liquid foundation, 
then its serum-based counterpart may be the answer to your beauty prayers. - instyle

Which Serum Foundation are my favourites and recommendation?

Note: The below are not favoured in any order.

Bobbi Brown Intensive Skin Serum Foundation

Tarte Hydroflex Serum Foundation 

The Ordinary Serum Foundation 

Dior Nude Air Serum 

Finally, you CAN have it all! Give your lips the attention and care they deserve with Powerlips Fluid. This ultra-long-lasting lip colour contains a special blend of good-for-you, skin-nourishing ingredients to help soothe, smooth, and prevent dry-out over time. And infused with our Sueded Comfort Cushion, Powerlips Fluid’s high-performance, weightless formula cushions your lips, leaving them feeling soft for hours. Plus, with its easy, one-step application, it’s virtually foolproof and won’t feather or bleed.
Enjoy intense, long-wearing lip colour that won’t smudge or budge all day—through work and play.

Seriously powerful. Simply wow! Powerlips Fluid.

Four shades including Determined, Persistence, Confidence and Unbreakable will launch on 11 December, plus three limited-edition shades (Roar, Maven and Breadwinner) are available on Monday 11th December 2017! Purchase individually or enjoy all seven shades in The Powerlips Fluid Powerful Pack.

• Vitamin E—nourishes, softens, and moisturises the skin while delivering anti-aging and antioxidant benefits.
• Beeswax—calms, soothes, and conditions skin while helping protect against irritants.
• Avocado Oil—hydrates and softens skin.
• Kaolin—natural clay base that supports rich, long-lasting colour.
• Silicones—help maintain moisture and soften skin.

• Creates a Sueded Comfort Cushion, a flexible film layer on the skin, that cushions your lips and leaves them feeling soft for hours.
• Comfortable on lips; does not sting or burn when applied.
• Has a light and silky, non-sticky consistency.
• Does not contain a harsh alcohol smell or taste.
• Is non-separating and does not require shaking to evenly distribute product prior to application.
• Won’t feather or bleed into lines around or above lips.
• The weightless formula contains a blend of skin-nourishing ingredients, like avocado oil, beeswax, and vitamin E to hydrate, nourish, and prevent damage.
• Is smudge-resistant, drink-resistant, and kiss-resistant.

Apply to clean, bare lips anytime you want a splash of long-lasting, powerful lip colour. Line lips with an applicator and then fill in colour. For best wear, use alone and avoid glosses and balms.

LIP TIPS

• For longest wear, avoid oily foods and glosses.
• For a sheer effect, try applying colours with a makeup brush.
• Contour and shape lips by applying a darker base layer and letting it dry. Then, apply a lighter or more metallic colour on top for a round, plump-lip look.

Get your hands now on the new Powerlips fluid!

Face powders are one of the most important things I would say regardless of having dry, oily or combination skin. And even if you don't wear foundation, it gives your skin that lasting fresh look.
It could be used to set your foundation, or as a protection barrier to your skincare. It could be used to mattify your skin or give you that extra glow.

Most people are afraid to use it as they think it would cake up your face or make them look older. But it doesn't.

One of my favourite powder is the Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder.

I usually wash my beauty blender, concealer and foundation brush every two/three uses. But the one and only thing I've never washed was my bb cushion sponge. That was maybe when they first started selling the bb cushion, the sponge was one of the selling point of being antibacterial and all that. 

First rinse.. after about 3 minute of gentle squeezing. I poured the brush cleanser again as i could still see foundation on the sponge. 

So after another 2 wash. ( a total of 6 wash) 

One of my favourite item of the month in Jan2015 is the Bobbi Brown Lip Balm that comes with SPF15.

Bare Minerals has recently launched a new foundation; it is the Bareskin Pure Brightening Serum Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 20.

I have the award winning Original Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15 as well as the Matte Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15. So I will be doing a slight comparison between them as well.

Bare Minerals' new serum foundation was launched in April 2014, but it wasn't until about a month ago or two it was brought into Malaysia. So it still is fairly new here. I first knew about this product through itsjudytime when she did her first impression review comparison here in June and this is why I am really happy when Sephora Malaysia brought them in. :D

So what is it?
It is a breakthrough tone-correcting mineral foundation and skincare serum in one.

What does it do? 
It creates exceptional purity in mind with this ultra thin, skin perfecting fluid that provides seamless adjustable coverage, a natural finish and the look and feel of beautiful skin while delivering a noticeable brighter, more youthful appearance.

Research results (according to bare minerals): 
- 100% of women experienced more even-toned skin immediately after application
- 95% of women experienced a measurable improvement in the appearance of dark spots.

What It Is Formulated to Do

Full ingredient
Titanium dioxide 11.0%, caprylic/capric triglyceride, coconut alkanes, silica, stearalkonium, hectorite, lecithin, glycerin, maltodextrin, coco-caprylate/caprate, jojoba esters, propylene carbonate, tocopheryl acetate, soil minerals/syringa vulgaris (lilac) leaf cell culture extract, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, sodium hyaluronate, phenoxyethanol, mica, iron oxides


The Bareminerals serum foundation, known as BARESKIN comes in 20 shades. Thumbs up for that as it gives you a better selection on your skin tone from cool, warm and neutral. Rather than most foundation that comes in light, medium and dark.

The color that I use is Bare Porcelain 01. I had to hunt this color down and went to three sephora outlet to search for it because they did not carry many stock in this shade. But luckily I manage to grab myself the last one in Paradigm Mall.



My thoughts on this. 
So, a serum foundation huh. We've had liquid foundation, cream foundation, power foundation, pressed foundation, stick foundation and now we have serum foundation. I know many people have the concern that it would make your face oily or greasy because it's a serum. But let me tell you. It is NOT. I was pretty skeptical about at first, but after testing it on my hands a few times, I decided to purchase it to give it a shot since they were many positive reviews on it and I have their mineral foundation so it can't go that bad right?

If you read the instructions, it says to
1.SHAKE WELL
2. DAB ONE DROP OF FOUNDATION INTO THE BRUSH
3. BUFF ONTO THE SKIN
4. REPEAT FOR MORE COVERAGE


Oh yea! This foundation comes with a brush that you have the option to purchase separately which I didn't.

Why didn't I buy it?
 It looks like this

THIS FOUNDATION IS REALLY LIGHTWEIGHT, FEELS LIKE I HAVE NOTHING ON AND IT IS A SECOND SKIN LAYER. 

Would I recommend it?
If you are looking for a dewy finish, flawless finish then yes. If you are more towards the matte look then I would advise you to stay away. If you decide to get this, try out a few shades and wear them not he whole day before purchasing them.

This product is available at SEPHORA MALAYSIA and retails at RM139. The brush is sold separately.

1. Cleansing Face Oil 
2. Cleansing Body Oil
3. After Shower Oil 
4. Sunscreen Oil (First time hear right???? )
5. After Shave Oil
6. Overnight Face Oil