Disclaimer: I purchased these.
For some reason, I've been really into trying new foundations recently. I can remember the days when I had one foundation that I used every day, and now I've got a growing rotation. Enter Lauren Brooke Creme Foundation, which has earned a spot!I received three different shades in September's Eco Emi box, which tips you off that this is a natural ingredient based foundation. With the exception of mineral powders, I really haven't found any cream or liquid foundations that fell into the natural category, until now. So count me excited :-)
Available in 16 different shades, Cool No. 30 was a pretty good match for my skin, although in looking at their foundation color chart I'm thinking the Neutral No. 30 may be a better choice. I've been using the Neutral No. 00 as an under eye concealer, and Warm No. 50 as a contour shade. The consistency of this foundation is on the thicker side, and I use a q-tip to dab the foundation on a mixing tray and then apply with my foundation brush. I noticed one of the tips on the Lauren Brooke site was to place a few dabs on your face and allow your skin to heat it up prior to blending.
Source: Lauren Brooke Cosmetiques |
Check out these good for your skin ingredients: Triglycerides, Zinc Oxide, Organic Beeswax, Organic Jojoba, Silica, Radish Root, Organic Argan, Organic Rosehip, Neem, Clay, Organic Green Tea, Organic Passionflower, Organic Raspberry, Natural Vitamin E (+/-, Iron Oxides, Mica, Org Essential Oil Blend).
- Beeswax: Hydrating ingredient that increases the skin's essential moisture.
- Argan Oil: Rich in Fatty Acids. Protects skin against pollution & sun exposure.
- Silica: Creates a soft, finished look reducing appearance of large pores, fine lines & wrinkles.
- Phytolipid Complex: Jojoba, Rosehip, Neem & Vitamin E Oil. Moisturizing, nourishing & regenerative.
- Green Tea: Antioxidant. Phenol & Vitamin C rich.
- Zinc Oxide: Anti-inflammatory, emollient. Reduces and supports the healing of epidermal irritation, protects against UVA rays, soothes the skin.
Some days I think I am too focused on my oiliness, I can't stand even the slightest hint of shine, so any foundation that might end up looking dewy will get a general dusting of powder.
ReplyDeleteI hear ya. Mine all end up dewy looking within a few hours anyhow, so I definitely don't want them starting out that way.
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