Lancome Maquicake UV Forever Compact Foundation SPF 17 No. 20

Advantages: Long lasting,great coverage,up to the minute skin technology.Excellent for combination skin.
Disadvantages: Expensive,not readily available at your local pharmacy.

...containing "light diffusing powders". "Photogenic does have upto the minute skin technology, it features a skin illuminating complex called "photo flex" which has a blue corrector base which brigtens the complexion. Improving the texture and apperance of skin is what most of us would like to achieve. The photogenic range does contain sunscreens, of spf 12. This foundation does suit and compliment normal/combination skins, but Lancome have now developed "Photogenic compact" and "Photogenic Ultra confort" for dry skin. So there are are alternatives if you like this foundation,but can't get on with the fluid variety.... Read review

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Advantages: Creamy, Leaves You With a Perfect Complexion, Not Cakey, Sponge Applicator
Disadvantages: Bit Pricey If You Don't like To Spend Alot

... Chanel Teing Innocence Cream Compact A bit Pricey - But Worth It Choosing a foundation thats right for you.. Its hard work, but when I found the Chanel counter in Debenhams I thought I'd spalsh out and make myself feel pretty for once. It really was one of the best decisions I'd ever made because I haven't looked back since, I litterally swear by this foundations silky texture, abilisty to hide all imperfections and make me look fresh faced and dewy all day! Packaging A fancy round little tub. All in black shiny plastic. It has a white Chanel Logo on the top of the casing. It also comes with a little velvet pouch to store it in. I found that in my makeup bag this got a little messy as it was black. Inside there is a mirror on the top of the case, the sponge lies inside with a clear circle plastic sheet... Read review

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Advantages: Gives a natural look
Disadvantages: You dont get a lot of make-up

...I bought this Clinique Superbalanced compact make-up for about £17 for 10g from Boots about a year ago. I It's a must have for combination skin; it knows exactly where to hydrate and control oil. It's an oil free product with 13 different shades, I recommend golden for medium to dark skin (I have pale skin but when I get a spray tan I use this colour) The good thing about this foundaiton is you can buy refills so you dont have to keep buying the whole compact again and again refills cost £14 for 10g saving around £3 if you buy another compact. The coverage is moderate; I don't like full coverage foundations as they look really unnatural, where as this compact makes your skin look very natural but flawless at the same time. How to apply the product Use the sponge given to you in the compact or any other sponges and smooth... Read review

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