Wednesday 7 November 2012

Review: Liz Earle Signature Foundation

I'm baaaaack! My computer broke again! I had some fella claiming to be from Microsoft ringing me constantly saying how my computer had such and such virus and asking for money to fix the problem. I have no idea if he was genuine or not but blabbing my card details over the phone isn't going to happen. Luckily a family member works with computers and was able to sort it out for me. I ended up with loads of malware/spyware/whatever (no clue when it comes to computer lingo) and I'm starting to think the 'Microsoft' man planted them. Anyway, I'm back with a review.


 Liz Earle Signature Foundation £21*

If foundation is your thing and you own enough to open your own shop you might want to stop reading and click the [x] at the top of the screen. If you've tried Sheer Skin Tint you'll know it feels abit heavy and tends to sit on the skin. I own it and yes I like it but because it's the type of base I need to set with powder I don't reach for it as often as I should. In all honesty I expected the Signature Foundation to be very similar but with more coverage and I more than likely wouldn't have tried it if it wasn't for this sample.

There's 9 shades of Signature Foundation in total, you can view them here. I went for '03 Nude' which should suit the majority of caucasian skin tones. Whatever shade you think is going to match, go a shade lighter. '03 Nude' is darker than my natural skin tone but as I've said before, I always go a bit darker then bronze my neck up or slap on some tan (I know I should just wear shades that match but I don't.) Signature Foundation Oxidizes on me slightly within 5 minutes but I actually prefer how it look's. So again, go a shade lighter than you usually would.

One pump is all you need to cover your entire face. I apply it with my Real Techniques Buffing Brush and it goes on so smoothly with a perfectly even finish. I dont have to blend it out with my fingers after buffing so it's a great one to use in a rush. You're left with a dewy glow along the high points of your face but it sets quickly. You can't feel it sitting on your skin and it doesn't feel tacky at all. I would say the coverage is medium. It's not quite full but offers alot more coverage than I expected it to and I didnt have to conceal any areas other than my under eyes. My t-zone can get a wee bit oily as the day goes on but I didn't set Signature Foundation with powder as I wanted to see how well it lasted on its own (I didn't use primer/setting spray either) I was able to get by the 8 hour mark before the dreaded shine kicked in but the foundation still stayed in place.

I would say definitely get your swatch on in store or try to get your hands on some sachet samples as it's really worth trying. It's a brilliant foundation. I found a sachet sample of '03 Nude' in my sample box, if you think it might be your shade let me know and I'll post it off to you.

Liz Earle Signature Foundation is available from LizEarle.Com
*PR sample

14 comments:

  1. Great review, this sounds like a brill foundation. The price isn't too bad either for this foundation, might give it a whirl when I need some more :)

    Charlee
    http://charmedcharlee.blogspot.co.uk
    xxxx

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  2. This foundation sounds luxurious. Such a good price, too! Great review :D

    http://beautybydm.blogspot.co.uk xx

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  3. This looks great! If no one else has claimed it I'd love to try the sample, email me on angelamarie_beckett@hotmail.com if you want my address :) xxx

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  4. With regards to Microsoft man, it's a really well-known scam right now, Microsoft have no way of knowing what's going on with your computer, nor would they be phoning you if they did so next time he phones just tell him you know he's a scammer and they'll stop phoning! Great review as well :) xo

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    1. He tortured me for a full week. I had to leave the phone off the hook for hours to stop him ringing! I'm clueless when it comes to computers but knew it was more than likely a scam. And thanks :)
      xo

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    2. They're a total pain! They keep phoning my mum even though she's repeatedly said she doesn't own a computer!

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    3. Haha they do the same to my mum. They always ring at the most annoying times.
      xo

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  5. Going to have a little look at this when i'm in London next weekend, it sounds interesting and the price isn't to bad. great review hun. x

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    1. Can't wait to hear what you think! I love how even when the t-zone shine kicks in the foundation doesn't slip.
      xo

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