What foundation/makeup are you ladies using? - Troublesome skin

arz1215 · September 2015

Hi all! Just curious to see what foundation others are using.. I have hormonal acne and am cautious to try new makeup. What works best for you?!

I'm currently using bare minerals powder but wanting a bit more coverage.. Any suggestions? Thanks!

redfallon · September 2015

I like Clinique everything.

RSB1982 · September 2015

Clinique is good. I'm currently using Bobbi Brown, the skin foundation stick and bronzing powder are my go to products. I tried Bare Minerals back in the day and my skin did not react well to their products.

reneetsu · September 2015

Urban decay! I love their products!

herewegrow · September 2015

Clinique Redness Solutions is a nice coverage, I think their acne solutions is similar. I'm about to try Maybelienne's new betterstay line, as I've heard it's similar for 1/3 of the price.

ammnam14 · September 2015

Bare Minerals Liquid Foundation is what I use. I would wash my brushes every other day and started to breakout like crazy. I switched to washing after every use and that was definitely 90% of the problem! Also by washing I mean spraying with a cleanser from Sephora lol.

Latina211508 · September 2015

I have very sensitive skin. I was using makeup forever HD foundation but stopped only because after using it for about 2 years my skin started getting oily. So I just started using Mac studio fix fluid. I love it and it's so much cheaper then the HD. I also use a beauty blender to apply and I wash it every time before/after use. I use cetaphil to cleanse my face. I don't use primer, I haven't found any that didn't make my face breakout. I mainly buy only sephora or Mac products.

Mizuiro007 · September 2015

I've really liked Pixi cosmetics.

topanga815 · September 2015

The smashbox bb cream has a medium coverage, and then I use a smashbox loose powder on top and its overall is a really good coverage. It's the only thing that hasn't caused me to break out prior and during pregnancy. It's a bit pricey about 35$ each for bb cream and then powder from sephora but it's worth it to not break out every time I feel like "getting pretty"

-I was using a drug store bb cream trying to use it up during the 1st trimester and was getting horrible cystic acne on my jaw line and it's been gone since I stopped using it and only use the smash box one now.

violetigerlily · September 2015

I really like Origins for foundation. I use their "Stay Tuned Balanced" foundation and it has pretty good coverage on my acne prone skin without looking too thick or cake-y. You can find them in some Macy's kind of like Clinique or other higher end beauty companies. They also sometimes have individual stores.

arz1215 · September 2015

@AudriannaMaria I clean my brushes quite frequently and that helps! Maybe I'll start cleaning them daily too.

@Latina211508 I want to try Mac but I'm scared too lol

Thank you ladies for all your suggestions and letting me know what's working for you! I think I'll be making a trip to Sephora today to check out some foundations.

blansaw · September 2015

I use Olay CC cream because it's color correcting, but not a heavy foundation. I think of it more like a tinted moisturizer. Then I use a loose powder to help it set. It's made my skin soooo much healthier. I love it.

Rodencala13 · September 2015

Origins is the best "stay tuned balancing makeup " no harsh chemicals and great for oily or acne prone skin ...love the build able coverage

LaceyH13 · September 2015

I use Tarte amazonian clay full coverage foundation because I get acne (unrelated to pregnancy, because I have always had it). I wanted something thicker that would give full coverage but not suffocate my face, and I really like it. I apply it with a big fluffy foundation brush for a lighter blend, and use the maracuja creaseless concealer with it. I really like it, but it is in the pricey side too, though I've found it is cheaper at Beauty Brands than at Sephora.

yankeebabeme · September 2015

Do you have a good skincare? Your foundation will wear better with a good regimine. I use body shop tea tree primer, Clinique perfectly real fnd or Clinique bb cream, and Clinique perf real powder (or Clinique almost powder).

Magnolia+Mama · September 2015

I use smash box CC cream with Bare Minerals foundation on top. I get good coverage with the combo

and my skin is pretty happy with it:)

yankeebabeme · September 2015

if you have oily skin and want more of a matte finish- don't use a cc cream. cc will add moisture (even though a lot are oil free- cc tends to add a glow your skin) vs BB which gives matte finish

nikkip712 · September 2015

I would go to Ulta and try some different ones on your face. I did use hard candy glamoflauge from Walmart for full coverage though.
I also recommend a pressed powder to help with oil.

angetralala · September 2015

I'm a makeup artist, and I use Tarte's Amazonian Clay foundation on just about all my clients. I call it the 'Traveling Pants' foundation: it looks good on everyone, has medium-to-full buildable coverage, and doesn't make even my most sensitive clients' skin angry. I highly recommend it!

Cjaff70 · September 2015

I use tarte as well because it has no pbas, phalates or sulfates which I'm trying to avoid while pregnant

missphil · September 2015

Hourglass Immaculate is great for acneic skin and it's full coverage, clay-based, no parabens or triclosan

oregonmommy-2 · September 2015

MAC pro long wear is amazing! Perfect coverage and lasts all day long!

arz1215 · September 2015

I'm just slightly scared to try anything new! The struggle.. Thank you ladies for all your input!

hplunkett2883 · September 2015

I cant believe so many of you are still wearing make up. I am too lazy. I only wear make up like once a month since the last 3-4 months now.

angelicac06 · September 2015

MAC mineralized power foundation. Heavy coverage yet flawless finish.

Gingermom15 · September 2015

I use Almay clear complexion foundation with the matching powder. Wears well for the 15 hours between putting it on, working all day and coming home. Plus, it's one of the few foundations that match my pale Irish skin.
As a PP said, good skin care greatly impacts how well make-up is worn. I use Cetaphil facial cleanser and facial lotion before bed. This works for me and if I deviate products my face goes crazy.

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arz1215 · September 2015

I agree 100% about skin care.. I use a glyctone cleanser, recommended by my dermatologist and cerave moisturizer. I have acne prone skin and pregnancy has flared up the hormonal acne unfortunately.

Novvbaby · September 2015

Nars

Latina211508 · September 2015

@zavala1215 yes, I was quite nervous to try a new foundation. But I got a perfect color match and surprisingly my face is clear. Also it didn't dry out my skin which is also a common issue for me.

mdwoods2010 · September 2015

I use Arbonne make up line & love it! I also use their skin care line.

kmwz · September 2015

For every day use I use covergirl 3 in 1 foundation. Estee lauder double wear for bigger occasions. I have trouble with acne and have had good luck with those two.

BCIndychick · September 2015

As a former Mary Kay lady, I use some of their matte liquid foundation with foundation primer underneath. I also switch back and forth to Clinique oil control matte liquid foundation. The best coverage you are going to get is by using a foundation primer underneath your foundation. 1. It can change the finish and coverage look of your foundation. 2. Some have added protection of sun screen in them. 3. It makes you use less of your foundation to get the coverage you need.

Best advice I've gotten: find a Sephora and ask for samples of foundation primer and tell the sales clerk what you want out of your make up as far as coverage. They can give you 2-3 samples of just about anything when you go to the store. Good way to try at home before you commit to purchasing a $20-30 tiny bottle of something.

nadianadsky · September 2015

I use Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer. It's very lightweight and doesn't clog pores. Pregnancy makes skin more sensitive and I find this TM keeps acne at bay, plus shortens my morning regime. I know it won't give good coverage, so I make sure having a good skin care. SK-II Treatment Essence before bed really makes my skin a great base for any foundation!

armywife8289 · September 2015

I would call a Mary Kay lady near you. You can go to the website and search one. You can try our products before you buy... I am a consultant. I have several teenagers and 2 adults with bad hormonal acne and theirs improved with skin care. But mineral foundation can give you full coverage if you use 3 layers! But they use full coverage foundation! Except 1 teen uses mineral powder! I think u can do the same with Any mall counter retailer...

Taylovesbrad · September 2015

Jane iredale is a great organic line I use. I use the bb cream.

willashbaby · September 2015

This https://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5770257

It's the best and EASIEST thing I've ever used and I've tried a lot. It goes on in a minute, just like a lotion. I give it a little time to set, usually while I brush my hair. Set with a little powder and done. My skin looks 1,000x better with no effort. I swipe on some mascara and that's it.

larkinsfolly · September 2015

Urban decay naked skin. It has helped my skin so much and doesn't look thick and fake. Bare minerals made my skin worse. Just remember to exfoliate. It will help to get rid of the excess oil causing the acne.

weasleyB5 · September 2015

Urban Decay Naked Skin- I love it! I tend to have dry skin (though I haven't during pregnancy), and my best friend has oily skin...we both use this foundation and love it. Seems to do what it needs to for your skin. I get many compliments on my skin too! It also is a lot healthier than most products out there!

mac-n-cheesy · September 2015

I use Lorac Porfection Primer, Tarte Amazonian Clay Foundation (great coverage for my combo skin and has never made me break out), and Bare Minerals Mineral Veil to set everything. I use a Neutrogena concealer for blemishes if one pops up. I also use MAC Studio FX compact powder before the Bare Minerals loose powder if I'm not in a rush. I kind of love make-up if you can't tell!! I've tried countless different primers and foundations from department stores, Ulta, and Sephora and the above is my magic combo for flawless looking skin without causing it to break out. >:D<
The biggest positive change in my skin occurred when I started using my Clarisonic Mia 2 with the deep pore brush head every night in the shower. The texture of my skin completely changed and I have not skipped a day in using it in 2 years.
My skin was amazing when I was using a 0.5% Retinol treatment nightly prescribed by my dermatologist, but alas that is forbidden during pregnancy. [-X

ealiska · September 2015

I usually just wear a bb cream but when I have hormonally induced breakouts I like the coverage and portability of a foundation stick. Mines the brand of the makeup studio that did my wedding makeup so that won't help you unless you're from SE MI but I've heard great things about Bobbi brown!

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