Wednesday, 11 February 2015

Top Drugstore Foundations : High Coverage

When it comes to drugstore foundations, without a doubt there is plenty to choose from. However the extensive array of brands, coverage and finishes can be a tad overwhelming. Therefore I am going to dedicate the next three posts to my top drugstore picks, starting with the perfect options for a full coverage. I hope that this will make it that little bit easier to find your perfect match.



1. Revlon Colorstay For Combination/Oily Skin: shade 150 'Buff' - £12.49

No drugstore round up is complete without the infamous Revlon Colorstay foundation. This has been a long time loyal favourite of mine and I never feel as though my collection is complete without it. I use the option for oily/combination skin, which is oil free and provides a medium to full coverage. It helps to control shine and creates a velvety finish, which I  personally find to be more natural than a completely matte look. I feel as though this is a mistake often made by those with oily skin; to overcompensate with an entirely matte complexion and a fear of 'dewy' foundations. The Revlon Colorstay provides the perfect finish where the areas of your face prone to shine are controlled, however your skin still has a slight youthful glow to it and is not flat.



The foundation also has an excellent staying power and the added bonus of SPF 15. There are a total of 13 shades and I find that 'Buff' blends seamlessly into my natural skin tone. Although slightly pricy at £12.49, I definitely feel that this is one of the best full coverage foundations that the drugstore has to offer.




2. Rimmel Lasting Finish Nude Foundation: shade 100 'Ivory' - £7.99

This is a reasonably new, yet without a doubt permanent addition to my collection. For a medium coverage foundation, the formulation is surprisingly lightweight and blends flawlessly into the skin to create a natural coverage. The foundation claims to last 25 hours, although I doubt this and also worry whoever is wearing their makeup for that long. However the staying power really is amazing and I find that it barely budges throughout a hectic day.


Furthermore, it is enhanced with a moisturising serum gel and also contains Vitamin E. This is apparent in the fact that it is surprisingly comfortable to wear for a heavier coverage. The shade 'Ivory' blends fluidly into my skin tone to provide a natural finish and also contains SPF 20. Overall this is a real winner and an absolute bargain at £7.99.


I hope this helped those of you looking for an affordable, full coverage foundation. I would love to hear what you think in the comments below. What are your favourite foundations that you have been currently loving? Also be sure to check out tomorrow's post for my top choices for a medium coverage finish!

Devon

xoxo



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