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Elvis+Elvin Floral Brightening Anti-Pollution Foundation

I came across Elvis+Elvin on Instagram and was excited to find a clean beauty brand that offered not only a full range of skincare products, but makeup as well. I am pretty much convinced that I could totally ditch traditional makeup for cleaner brands and be just fine. The industry has grown so much over… Continue reading Elvis+Elvin Floral Brightening Anti-Pollution Foundation

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Flesh Beauty Pure Flesh Foundation

With the wave of new foundations hitting the market all at once, it's hard to narrow down what to try. I am a creature of habit and tend to stick to my tried & true favorites so I was excited when Flesh generously sent over their newest launch as it made me step out of… Continue reading Flesh Beauty Pure Flesh Foundation

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Temptu Perfect Canvas Hydra Lock Airbrush Foundation

Airbrush makeup is the secret to flawless foundation. It is said to be more hygienic than other forms of makeup application methods given that it doesn't require any product to be touched with your hands or a brush/sponge. When spraying the foundation on with the airbrush, it atomises the liquid into tiny particles allowing it to… Continue reading Temptu Perfect Canvas Hydra Lock Airbrush Foundation

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Marc Jacobs Shameless Foundation // R230, Y270 & R300

With tons of mixed reviews on this - I'm excited to share mine! Marc Jacobs claims that this is a 24-hour wear foundation that is flashback-free & contains SPF 25. It is oil-free, buildable, self-setting, and designed to make your skin look hydrated and more youthful. AND, it is ideal for sensitive, normal, dry, combination… Continue reading Marc Jacobs Shameless Foundation // R230, Y270 & R300

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The Best of the BEST Foundations For Oily Skin

My desire to put a bunch of new foundations to the test came about when I heard the news that my favorite foundation, the Fiona Stiles matte finish foundation concentrate was being discontinued a few months ago. All good things must come to an end I guess. Although I do miss that foundation, it gave… Continue reading The Best of the BEST Foundations For Oily Skin