Smart Shade Anti-Aging Makeup

7 Reviews

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   drearyPepper5

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   I like this “foundation” it has a light-medium coverage so if you are the type to need full, this is not for you

   this is more like a bb/cc cream type of product. I like that this is a shade matching product because it is really hard for me find a match.
   between winter and summer I am about a 2 shade difference and I really do not want to have to buy 2 shades of the same product, unless I am absolutely in love with the formula. also I use a high spf everyday which also sometimes makes me a little lighter because of a white cast (physical SS only)

   pros- light coverage ( good when I have my better skin days but still need a little)
   – few shades make it easy to choose,
   -lasts a good 7 hours

   cons- light coverage. (for those who like full)
   – very pricey for DS product ($16)
   – runs dark so get the lighter shade
   -likely won’t match fair skin tones people

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   wrathfulMussel4

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   For me, this was atrocious. First I bought the shade Light/Medium, which was my first mistake–SO dark and orange. I exchanged it for the Light, which was a better shade match, although still not perfect. However, the real thing I couldn’t get over was how much shimmer was packed into this product–and not subtle glowing shimmer, straight-up GLITTER. I still thought I could make it work (“Maybe I’ll only wear it on cloudy days so the sunlight doesn’t hit me and I look like Edward Cullen?”), mixing it with primers (no point–just made the coverage even sheerer), etc. I ended up returning it altogether and replaced it with a similar shade-matching product, the L’Oreal Magic Skin Beautifier BB–which, although not perfect itself, is still superior and $5 less.

   Speaking of which, it’s SO expensive–I got it at CVS for $15.99 (!!!!). Even though I couponed it down to next to nothing, I balk at the idea of anyone spending out of pocket that much for a drugstore base product, especially considering you can get way better *actual* foundations for half that price. Not to mention it’s easier to color-match yourself with a foundation, avoiding having to get pigeonholed into such a limited share range.

   I will give it a point for the packaging–squeeze tubes are awesome, and this one in particular is great because of the tiny opening, so you don’t waste product.

   Overall, if you like these types of shade-changing products and don’t find it’s hard to color-match yourself with them, plus if you like “light reflective” (GLITTERY) finishes, PLUS if you have some coupons on hand, then maybe this is worth a try. Otherwise I’d give it a big pass.

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   resolvedMackerel0

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   Just recently started wearing foundations, tried a few, but always came back to this one. While it’s a very light coverage, it makes my skin look natural and perfect. The shimmer is subtle and I really like it. Lasts all day, no primer or powder needed. I use a sunscreen underneath anyway, but it’s nice that it’s in this too.

   Aside from Korean BB creams, this is the only foundation I think I’ll wear.

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   madWhiting8

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   I really enjoy this product. I got it at Wal-Mart for about $10-$12 in the Light-Medium 200 shade. I’ve been trying out different foundations like Neutrogena Healthy Skin Compact Makeup (hated it) and the Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup (loved it too, but it was heavy) and I just wanted something different. I also tried the L’Oreal True Match Naturale Mineral Makeup but I didn’t like it either because I didn’t like way it covered my face and plus, powder foundation just gets everywhere.

   Really, I was looking for a product that 1) wouldn’t be a weird color on my face even if it looks like it matches in the store; 2) wouldn’t be heavy; 3) wouldn’t be greasy; 4) match my skintone for a translucent/nude look; and 5) isn’t terribly expensive. I found all of my requirements in this foundation and bonus- it’s also anti-aging.

   I’ve been using it for several months now and I’ve realized that my skin is smoother, my acne has decreased, and I just glow when I wear it. I like makeup that lasts all day, so I use this with the Almay Smart Shade CC Luminous Primer. Using them both together and about 10-12 hours later, you don’t know that I didn’t just put this makeup on (unless you catch me and I’m a bit shiny- but that happens regardless). I look just as good at the end of the day as I did in the morning with this makeup. I absolutely love it.

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   cruelCrackers5

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   It has good packaging. The price is a bit more than other brands but not by much.
   It comes out gray but when combined with your skin chemistry,it will change to match your skin tone. I used Light and I didn’t notice the so called anti-aging effect. The coverage is non existent.
   The only reason I gave it any kind of rating is because I am a big fan of concealers,foundations and blushes that come in a tube.

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   enragedOatmeal6

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   tested this makeup on my hand in-store and man am I ever glad I did! Within seconds my hand turned red, splotchy and itchy. Clearly, I’m allergic to something in this foundation!

   My mom, on the other hand, says she likes it.. so if you’re sensitive or allergenic beware…

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   excitedCoati6

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   I recently bought this crème makeup to try. I just really LOVE it ~ It comes out a strange greyish shade, but it is “smart shade” and changes to match your natural tone. It’s a tube, with small opening, so you get what you need, & sanitary. It’s has a perfect light creamy feeling, no smell, and covers great, lasts all day. I do not have a bad complexion, thankfully, and just use about 4 drops of it for my face. And… to me? The best thing I like is that it gives you a natural looking glow!! Some may say…what??? But at my age, I can use some glow! It makes your skin look SO much better and younger (imo) with the sheen, or glow that it has. I’ve been wearing it every day since I bought it where normally I don’t wear foundation every day, but I am hooked on glowing and looking younger, who wouldn’t be? If you try it I hope that you like the way it looks on you as I do. Just thought I’d let ya’ll know that it’s out there, happy makeup shopping! 🙂 p.s. it also has a 20spf which is plenty for me, cuz my skin is sensitive to sunscreen but this doesn’t bother at all.