Askmewhats Reviews: Maybelline Clear Smooth Minerals Liquid Foundation

I've always had my arms open for Mineral Makeup. But having them in powder form can really be a pain in the "arse" at times! It is embarrassing to have someone clean the air conditioner asks: "Anyone using powder products daily????" I tried to deny it...but either I tell them the truth or they'll think my husband is gay! I go for the Truth..no choice..no choice... hahaha

Imagine the excitement when I learned there's liquid mineral makeup available in the market! And best of all? It's within reach!

Maybelline Clear Smooth Liquid Foundation says ---

Clear Smooth Minerals Liquid Foundation is breathable yet full coverage that gives a healthy luminosity.
Clinically proven: No oil. No fragrance SPF 18/PA+++
Directions: Apply prior to sun exposure. Dot on forehead, cheeks, chin and neck. Smooth with downward strokes until well blended
Net: 18ml
Made in China
Shades available: C02 Rose White, N02 Shell Beige, W02 Natural Buff, W03 Apricot Sand

Askmewhats says ---

Pros

very lightweight
no breakouts
inexpensive
coverage is build-able
has SPF!
the mineral liquid foundation dries up to powder finish
doesn't dry my dry skin
evens out my skin tone
no weird scent
its mineral makeup and it's NON-MESSY!

Cons

people who are looking for HEAVY coverage will find this quite sheer
needs to retouch for oilier individuals
too much wrinkles on skin? this sets in fine lines (so be careful in application, use a primer prior to application)

Overall

This has a consistency of a tinted moisturizer, I find that using this sparingly gives out a nice glow minus the coverage. If I want more coverage, I can easily pile on the product without it going thick and cakey on me. Piling on the liquid mineral foundation gives out a soft dewy finish. I can easily cover up more flaws by setting it with a setting powder or a powder foundation.

This is a great product to take along for my traincase because it works so natural for people who requested for natural look. Would you believe this would be great for kids' makeup and also men's? I'm talking about special occasions like weddings. If they opted for natural look, this is a great product!

Tips

if you own this and have some breakouts: please do not skip the step of concealing
if you don't need too much coverage: using this alone works.
if you want medium coverage: lightly dust your face with a setting powder
if you want heavier coverage: after applying your liquid mineral foundation, pat on your face gently with your choice of Powder Foundation. I've tried it and it gave me a really nice even coverage.
if your skin oils up after a couple of hours: use a face primer prior to foundation application
practice applying this using different tools, sponge to brushes to fingers and see which one worked the best for you. Personally, using a wet sponge works for me.

Will I repurchase?

Yes! In other shades as they are so affordable

Where to purchase and how much?

Maybelline counters nationwide for Php299.00 (approx $6.25)

Now wouldn't you want to be up close and personal with this product?

Shade in Natural Buff

(Thanks to Jim Ros from Maybelline,
he told me the perfect shade for me is Shell Beige!)

Squeezy tube

Ingredients list

Consistency, shade
pea size amount on hand

Here's a before and after shot
Used 2 pea sized amount on one cheek
See how it even out my skin and undereye area?
but it does not COVER everything

Hope my review helps out girls out there who are on a budget for a good quality foundation! Share to me your experience with this product if you own this! I'll be glad to share tips and tricks with everyone!

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