I mentioned in my latest empties post that I'd review my Bourjois 123 Perfect Foundation, so here it is! :)
(Apologies for the lack of my own photos in this post, my camera didn't want to behave today, so I had to find pictures on the internet. Sorry!)
I'll start by saying that I don't really recommend it for dry skin, so if you have a dryer skin type, you can probably skip this post haha.
The reason I say this is because this particular foundation dries to a matte, powdery finish, which I found clung to the dry spots on my skin. (I usually have oily/combination skin, but during the winter it dries out a bit). To combat this I mixed it with a tiny bit of moisturiser, and turned it into a somewhat medium coverage BB cream.
The coverage is medium to full, depending on how many layers you put on. I also found that the coverage was more even and full when I used a foundation brush. (My Sigma F80 flat kabuki). You can also apply it with your fingers, but it does look better when buffed into the skin with a brush.
What I like most about this product is the 3 colour-correcting functions it has. It claims to reduce dark circles with yellow pigments, brighten the complexion with mauve pigments, and decrease redness with green pigments. I do think these pigments have an effect, to some extent. I definitely see a difference in the redness of my skin after applying this foundation, and my skin does look brighter and healthier. The anti-dark circle pigments don't work as well, though. I don't really see a difference in that respect. If you have super dark under eyes, or usually need brightening up under the eyes, you'll need a concealer with this foundation. You may also need a bit of extra concealer on some blemishes.
Bourjois also claim that this foundation lasts 16 hours, which I don't think is accurate. It probably only lasts half that time, with a few touch ups during the day. I have an oily t-zone, so that may be why this is the case for me. I usually top this foundation off with my Bourjois Healthy Mix pressed powder, in 53 Light Beige.
I do recall the shade selection being minimal, with only 6 shades in this collection. That's only downside to this collection. I found this picture on the internet, to show you what the shades look like:
If you have any more questions about this product, don't hesitate to ask! :)
(Apologies for the lack of my own photos in this post, my camera didn't want to behave today, so I had to find pictures on the internet. Sorry!)
I'll start by saying that I don't really recommend it for dry skin, so if you have a dryer skin type, you can probably skip this post haha.
The reason I say this is because this particular foundation dries to a matte, powdery finish, which I found clung to the dry spots on my skin. (I usually have oily/combination skin, but during the winter it dries out a bit). To combat this I mixed it with a tiny bit of moisturiser, and turned it into a somewhat medium coverage BB cream.
The coverage is medium to full, depending on how many layers you put on. I also found that the coverage was more even and full when I used a foundation brush. (My Sigma F80 flat kabuki). You can also apply it with your fingers, but it does look better when buffed into the skin with a brush.
What I like most about this product is the 3 colour-correcting functions it has. It claims to reduce dark circles with yellow pigments, brighten the complexion with mauve pigments, and decrease redness with green pigments. I do think these pigments have an effect, to some extent. I definitely see a difference in the redness of my skin after applying this foundation, and my skin does look brighter and healthier. The anti-dark circle pigments don't work as well, though. I don't really see a difference in that respect. If you have super dark under eyes, or usually need brightening up under the eyes, you'll need a concealer with this foundation. You may also need a bit of extra concealer on some blemishes.
Bourjois also claim that this foundation lasts 16 hours, which I don't think is accurate. It probably only lasts half that time, with a few touch ups during the day. I have an oily t-zone, so that may be why this is the case for me. I usually top this foundation off with my Bourjois Healthy Mix pressed powder, in 53 Light Beige.
I do recall the shade selection being minimal, with only 6 shades in this collection. That's only downside to this collection. I found this picture on the internet, to show you what the shades look like:
If you have any more questions about this product, don't hesitate to ask! :)
Until next time,
Shelley xx
does shade 53 has yellow or pink undertones?
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