... After talking with my sister she told me that she used Virgin Vie’s One Step Face Base and got it out of her make up bag for me to try. One application and I was convinced…..so now allow me to convince you….
ONE STEP FACE BASE
Virgin Vie’s One Step Face Base is just that – one sweep ... Read review
...told me that she used Virgin Vie’s One Step Face Base and got it out of her make up bag for me to try. One application and I was convinced…..so now allow me to convince you….
ONE STEP FACE BASE
Virgin Vie’s One Step Face Base is just that – one sweep of this and you’re done – fully made up and ready to go! Basically it is foundation and powder all rolled into one handy little container.
Much like ... ...Base contains Liquorice Extract which Virgin Vie claim will soothe your skin. I have no reason to disbelieve this, as I have found that rather than clogging my pores, it has maintained my skin’s condition, and *possibly* improved it slightly. It has certainly had no detrimental effect on my skin, which I think is most important otherwise you could find yourself stuck in the vicious circle of wearing foundation to cover spots that were caused by foundation, ... more
Recently I’ve been on a desperate search for a new foundation after my old one ran out (some rubbishy Revlon one that clogged my pores something rotten). In my search I pondered upon YSL’s Teint Singulier (liquid foundation that turns to matte powder upon application) and BeneFit’s PlaySticks (solid stick foundation) but couldn’t quite make my mind up which one I preferred. After talking with my sister she told me that she used Virgin Vie’s One Step Face Base and got it out of her make up bag for me to try. One application and I was convinced…..so now allow me to convince you….
ONE STEP FACE BASE
Virgin Vie’s One Step Face Base is just that – one sweep of this and you’re done – fully made up and ready to go! Basically it is foundation and powder all rolled into one handy little container.
Much like the entire Virgin Vie range the packaging is stylish yet simplistic. It is a navy blue matte plastic dome, about the size of your palm. It has a small section in the centre of the lid with an inset ‘V’ logo in silver. It is not something you will be ashamed of owning as it can hold its own in my make up bag packed full of plush brand names.
Flick the little catch and the hinged container opens to reveal a large powdery circle of colour and a decent sized mirror built into the lid. The powder has a raised ‘V’ logo in it which inevitably disappears after the first few applications (it seems such a shame to ruin it!)
Lift the lid as high as it will go and you will see the powdered layer lifting up. If you flick this layer up it reveals another layer right in the base of the container which houses the applicator sponge. Personally I think this is a great addition; I don’t know whether it is because it looks tidier or because it seems a bit classier but I just love it. It also means that the sponge is not in constant contact with the powder, which is an added bonus because it is not wearing it down any more than is absolutely necessary.
Although I describe this as powder it is not like a pressed powder as you might imagine it to be. It is extremely fine in texture - somewhere between moist and powdery on the sponge.
APPLICATION
Really couldn’t be simpler:
1. Apply moisturiser and allow 5-10 minutes to fully soak in. 2. Smooth the sponge over the powder and apply to your face.
Make sure you apply from the middle of your face to the edges and blend, blend, blend! This is the most important bit to get smooth even coverage (with all foundations not just this). Pay particular attention to the hair line and jaw line – even if the foundation is a very close match to your skin, you need to make sure it looks natural and never noticeable.
For mid-day touch ups or to de-shine your face just pat a small amount on the surface of your face and this should suffice.
APPEARANCE
Totally natural. I like my eye and lip make up to be unique and slightly edgy, but when it comes to foundation I think natural looking perfectly flawless matte skin beats heavily made up skin every time. One Step Face Base provides exactly that: a matte effect perfectly even skin tone which doesn’t ‘look’ like anything, it just makes you appear like you have completely clear skin. The light-diffusing Mica contained within it gives you a healthy, yet subtle glow.
When I asked my boyfriend what it looked like when I first applied it he said, “I can’t see anything, it just looks like you have good skin” so obviously I had achieved the desired effect!
Another great thing about this product is that due to it not being a liquid, you can use exactly the right amount. It is never over-applied because you use it to build up tiny layers. You can either use a very thin layer just to correct any uneven skin colour, or build up to a slightly thicker layer to cover darker blemishes or imperfections.
‘FEEL’
Unlike other foundations I could not actually *feel* this there once I had applied it. It did not feel heavy or caked on, and it wouldn’t rub off on clothes I had put on and taken off, which is a huge bonus for me. My skin feels like it can still breathe when I am wearing this and it feels soft to the touch.
Sometimes if I am having a bit of a bad skin day I build this up a little thicker to cover everything, and even then I am not conscious of it on my skin.
STAYING POWER?
I couldn’t ask for more. If I apply this at around 9 or 10 in the morning my face will look flawless up until the time I remove it in the evening. Despite its impressive staying power it does not cling to your face for dear life when you wish to remove it. Normal cleanser and cotton wool will suffice.
I never re-apply make up during the day (apart from lip gloss!) but if you did wish to, this container is the perfect size to carry in your bag without fear of liquid leakages or messy powder spillages.
SKIN CARE BENEFITS
One Step Face Base contains Liquorice Extract which Virgin Vie claim will soothe your skin. I have no reason to disbelieve this, as I have found that rather than clogging my pores, it has maintained my skin’s condition, and *possibly* improved it slightly. It has certainly had no detrimental effect on my skin, which I think is most important otherwise you could find yourself stuck in the vicious circle of wearing foundation to cover spots that were caused by foundation, which in turn will give you worse spots…..and so on and so forth.
FOR WHICH SKIN TYPES?
All. My sister has a tendency towards dry skin and I have a tendency towards combination/oily T-Zone and we have both found it equally suitable for our skin. I also have a very slight tendency towards sensitive skin, and this has not affected this at all, so perhaps it would be suited to sensitive types as well.
COLOURS
I have beige/honey coloured skin and I own the Soft Beige shade of this. It is an absolute perfect match for my skin. My sister has the Ivory and it suits her skin perfectly – so I think Virgin Vie have designed their colours very well and I would imagine there would be something to suit most people.
These are the colours offered (which can be viewed at www.virgincosmetics.com)
They cost £13.50 full price in Virgin Vie stores but I managed to bag myself a BRAND NEW one for £7.50 including postage on eBay. Granted they might not have your colour but it’s worth a look before paying full price. I was fully prepared to buy this at full price and still would in the future if I had to; I am really that impressed.
VERDICT
This base gives me the kind of coverage I want – sheer, but enough to cover my slight uneven skin tone and give the illusion of perfect skin. I would probably not recommend this to those of you who like total thick coverage. You could achieve it but I think the container would run out fairly quickly and you might run the risk of looking over-powdered or caked as it is not really designed for heavy coverage.
I would highly recommend it to those with a tendency towards combination skin, because I have found that it keeps my shiny forehead under control and never makes any skin problems worse. It would also be great for those with a hectic lifestyle who can’t spend time on foundation AND powder as it literally only takes about 30 seconds for me to apply this.
I know I’ve found MY foundation: Flawless matte perfection. I do not expect to be changing any time soon.
...me! So out comes the Virgin Vie One Step Face Base which I replenished in January as my old one had run out after two years of winter month usage!
~ Price and Availability ~
This is currently £14 for a 12g compact but the beauty of it is that once you have the compact and the base runs out you can buy a refill for £11, which is what I have just done.
You can get this:
* At a Virgin Vie party night
* Online at www.virgincosmetics.com
* At a ... ...quite a few of the Virgin Vie foundations, it all depends on what mood I'm in on which one I choose to wear. I have found all of them to be of excellent quality and well worth the money, especially since this one cost £14 and lasted for 2 years. Here's hoping the refill lasts the same length of time. ...
neenn 21.02.2006
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Advantages: It is really easy to use, gives a great look and lasts ages Disadvantages: None
...natural looking finish, then The Virgin Vie One Step Face Base is a must. Combining a foundation and powder together into the one compact pressed powder makes application simple, quick and very easy. I'm not really a great make-up lover but let's face it there are just some days when you really can't leave the house without it and, if like me, you don't always have very much time to apply make-up then you might find the Virgin Vie One Step Face Base ... ...Virgin Vie One Step Face Base comes as a compact power. Packaged in a very stylish, shiny, deep blue transparent compact with the trademark "V" just visible through the slightly domed lid of the compact. The compact is easily opened by pressing and releasing a small catch on the front. The inside of the lid is a mirror, a must for those little touch-ups when out and about. The pressed powder again has the trademark "V" embossed into it, giving it ...
lel1969 31.10.2009
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Advantages: Long lasting professional look make-up Disadvantages: Sponges get mucky quickly
...I bought this from Virgin Vie for £14.25. It comes in a lovely blue compact with a mirror and sponge! Fits great in your handbag.
It comes in several shades;
Alabaster
Ivory
Soft Beige
Honey
Caramel
Sable
The only thing I would say is that it doesn't come in any colours for dark skin. Which is a shame as it is a great foundation base!
The refil base comes in all the above colours and costs £11.25.
The refil slots right in and is ready to ... ...the rest).
If not Virgin Vie sell make-up sponges for £3.25.
This foundation will siut any type of skin. I have very dry skin and usually find most foundations, even liquid ones show up my dry skin even more! Not this one though!
Value for money: Great (considering it has the same effects as a liquid + powder + consealer combined, saving you money).
Texture: Lovely and light, not heavy or stodgy.
Fragrance: A slight sweet scent.
Lasting: Good, ...
jazzypants 27.02.2007
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Advantages: Even coverage, blemishes gone, last all day! Disadvantages: None...that i can think of.....
Virgin Vie Cosmetics has become a huge name in the cosmetic world. Another company that Richard Branson has produced and a very successful business venture from a man!
I attended my first Virgin Vie party about 3 years ago, with the warning that I would love the products! I have also been to a Virgin Vie shop which I found to be my second heaven……
Like most women, I try various options when it comes to make-up – and as a result I have a make-up ... ...made my first order of Virgin Vie products I decided to give the One Step Face Base a try - a combined powder and foundation all in one.
As I said, I had used many similar products in the past but never found a foundation that was right shade for my skin tone and also one that didn’t dry my skin out after a time.
I chose the shade recommended to me (Ivory) by the party consultant and trusted her judgement. When my order arrived it was like Christmas ...
WinnieGem 24.02.2005
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Advantages: The quality speaks for itself Disadvantages: A little pricey
...just before Christmas was the Virgin Vie Party phenomenon. When I received my invitation I was a little apprehensive as I had been told that the products were very expensive. Against my better judgement I arrived at the party armed with a bottle of wine ........and my cheque book.
The living room was crammed with ladies excitedly flicking through the Virgin Vie catalogues pointing at several products nudging each other asking " Have I to get that ... ...try as all the other Virgin Vie party regulars recommended it very highly. There were 6 shades available, alabaster, ivory, soft beige, honey, caramel, and sable. I opted for soft beige as I thought that it would provide the most natural effect. I wrote out a cheque for £13.50 and was told by the lovely virgin vie lady that it would arrive within a week.
True to her word the party hostess delivered my one step face base within a week as promised. ...
Birky 17.01.2005 (12.06.2005)
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