Foundation Face Off

In my quest for the perfect foundation,( is it out there?) I have gathered a lot of foundations, and being the lovely, kind (big headed) blogger that I am, I thought I'd do a little comparison post to see what it is I'm looking for in my perfect foundation and what I like/dislike from each of these.

In each picture, the small picture is just moisturiser, and the large is just the foundation, no powder or concealer.

Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation

This foundation had so much hype built up about it and when I first used it, I was rather disappointed. However after using it more and more, I do actually quite like it. It does give a nice coverage along with a nice glow. It doesn't last very long on me though which is a shame, as I have grown to like it, and am saving it for days were I want a healthy glow, but know I don't need it to last. 

Full review - here!

Estee Lauder - Double Wear Light

I have such a love hate relationship with this foundation. Colour match, perfect, longevity, perfect, coverage, great, but I'm left slightly underwhelmed. It does give a nice coverage, but it feels slightly heavy and tacky with it. I found it to go darker/separate on certain areas on my face, which may just be my skin at the time, as that has stopped now so who knows? I wanted to love it so much, but it just doesn't live up to the price tag, which is why I think I'm slightly to harsh on it.

Full review - here!

Rimmel -Wake Me Up 

I was really impressed with this foundation when I first got it, and still really am. My only problem is that I need to get a lighter colour as this is too dark for me. I don't know why I didn't to be honest. I think it was because I wanted to try different ones, so I shall see if I ever get a tan maybe? But nothing really bad to say about this to be honest. Cheap and cheerful!

Full Review - here!

I shouldn't have taken the photos on this day as my skin was being super annoying, and it doesn't do the foundation juststice. IT isn't a heavy duty foundation. It is more for evening skin tone and covering redness. It feels really light weight and just gives my skin a little lift. It's perfect for lazy days as it's so easy to apply, and lasts around 6 hours, and just is nice to have on! I really like this, but I wouldn't wear it properly if my skin was bad.

Full Review - here!

Rimmel Match Perfection Gel Foundation

So this is one of the first foundations I bought. I got it on a whim as I didn't want to wear tinted moisturiser on a night out. It's slightly dark for me, but that's fine as I like to look tanned on nights out. Is pretty much medium to full coverage, and feels slightly heavy on your face, but I love it for nights out! I think it's really good! Maybe because it's a gel?

I haven't done a full review on it, but you can see it in all it's glory - here!

Maybelline Dream Nude Airfoam

So I really didn't give this a good review first time round, and I'm still sticking with that idea. It's mainly due to the fact that it does not last. I now use this for my Celebrity Inspired looks as it does give a nice airbrushed finish and good coverage, but by the end of me taking the pictures it's already starting to fade! Maybe it's my skin, maybe it's the formula, it's just not for me I'm afraid!

Full review - here!

So that was an overview of all my foundations. My favourites have to be the two Rimmel ones and the Loreal Mineral powder! What have I learned from this? I own more than needed, and I'm fussy as hell! I don't even know if I'm sure what I'm looking for, but I do know, although I moan, I am actually enjoying searching for one. My bank balance however, just wants me to find it now!

I also realised I have a few BB creams, so if you would like to see another post like this about them, please let me know!

How long did it take you to find your perfect foundation? Or are you still looking for this elusive item?

Laura xoxo