I am not a foundation person; I much prefer to get BB creams if I need to even out my skin tone and complexion. But, I was convinced by Paris B of My Women Stuff that this is something a BB-cream-person like myself will enjoy too!
Does this foundation stand up to the test for a BB-cream-person? Let's find out!
Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum Gel Foundation 16h Radiance-boosting
Packaging
I love the packaging (photo below) because it is surprisingly compact, and comes with an awesome pump and cap. This will fit nicely in any decent makeup bag, and I can control the amount of product I want to dispense very well with the pump. I also like the simplicity, and transparent glass make. I find it a very good one to travel with.
Shades/ Colour
There are 3 shades in this foundation line by Bourjois, and they are called 51, 52, and 53. Basically, if you are light, you should be in 51, if you are medium, you should be in 52, and if you are dark, you should be in 53.
That said, the 53 is of a limited intensity, and probably will not suit skins that are more than NC/NW40.
I am NC25, and I am in 52 (photo below). It is just the right intensity for me, but is a tad pink for my warm skin. I do find that the Bourjois foundations go better with pink/cool skin.
However, it is still very near to being neutral, and the slight pink tinge actually gives my skin more balance and lift, brightening my face just the way I like.
Application
I can spread the foundation around very evenly with my fingers. I also find that this works well with a brush or sponge.
A little goes a long way.
Finish
There is something about this foundation that seems to make my face glow so radiantly without leaving a trace! If you look closely at my skin in the middle of the photo below, you will see this lit-radiance, compared to my skin in the corners of the photo that is dull. And Bourjois Healthy Mix gives this effect without any detectable shimmer or sparkle specks!
The glow is just right to give that healthy look yet still keeping my face fairly matte and normal.
Coverage
The coverage is medium. It will even out light sun-damage and scars, but will not fully cover dark under eye circles. I always need a proper concealer for under eye circles. As such, this foundation also feels extremely light on the skin, almost close to nothing, like your everyday moisturiser.
You can see the coverage and finish more closely on my face in the photo below.
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Scent
I do smell a bit of the standard Bourjois makeup fragrance when I bring my hand very close to my nose. There isn't any detectable smell when applied on face.
Sensitive Skin
This is great for my sensitive skin! I didn't feel too good about buying this initially because of the high dimethicone content, but it seems like I am okay with dimethicone, but not so much full on silicone.
Do still check out the ingredients below before buying.
Ingredients
Aqua, dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane, PEG-10 dimethicone, butylene glycol, aluminium starch octinylsuccinate, phenoxyethanol, sodium chloride, disteardumonium hectorite, disodium stearoyl glutamate, dimethicone crosspolymer, tocopheryl acetate, glycerine, alcohol denatured, parfum, panthenol aluminium hydroxide, lycium barbarum fruit extract, potassium sorbate, sorbic acid, mica, iron oxides, titanium dioxide, and other colourings.
Cost
Last but definitely not least, this is such an affordable foundation for the high-end value it gives. At the time I bought it, I remember it to be about $30?
I think this makes real money sense because I know it is something I will empty and love.
Rating: 5/5
I love how this foundation feels so good during application and when on the skin. I also adore the radiant glow it gives me. The price and packaging are bonuses to me. Definitely a good buy if you are just starting out makeup or just want a budget-friendly excellent foundation.
Unfortunately, the shade range is tiny. It also leans pink/cool. Do try this out in store before buying. It also might not suit people with oily/combination skin because of the glow. According to Bun Bun Makeup Tips, people with oily/combination skin will enjoy the Bourjois 123 Correct better. The serum form is really for people who need the moisture boost.
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