Wednesday, 4 May 2011

NARS Sheer Glow Foundation

When I initially bought this foundation I was unable to get it to work for me as it clung onto any dry patches. Now that my skin is in better condition and feels smooth I can wear this, so although its recommended for normal to dry skin types, I personally do not think this is the best option for those with dry skin unless you prep your skin well.
The foundation has a satin-finish with sheer to medium coverage. The finish looks natural and it gives a faint glow to the skin rather than a dewy look. The shade range is impressive, I feel like this caters for both the very pale and dark. I bought the lightest shade Siberia light 1 (£29.50).
Although it seems quite yellow toned, it applies more neutral once on the skin and is an extremely good match for me (other brand matches for me are Burberry trench 1 and Bobbi Brown Alabaster)
Swatched below with my MAC pro long wear NC15 on the left to show how pale the NARS one is.
I do not find this long wearing, by mid-day some of the coverage has faded. I can’t say for certain that this doesn’t cause my acne prone skin problems as I have noticed some skin issues after wearing this but it might well be a coincidence, at any rate I wouldn’t be happy to recommend this to those who are acne prone.
Ingredients:
I have to mention that I was surprised that a pump was not included, its £3 to buy separately, I tend to think that a higher end brand should really include this in the product.

Overall I do like how this looks on the skin but its not the best for my skin type.

I bought this from SpaceNK
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10 comments:

  1. essentiallyJo4 May 2011 at 12:43

    Can't believe how dark the prolongwear looks here! That's the shade i use and i always thinki it's a touch too dark. I've ben on and off the idea of getting this foundation for months now and i just can't decide. I love YSL teint radiance for a 'glowy' foundation but what i want is something with the same effect but longer lasting and Sheer Glow doesn't seem to tick that box.

    Such a shame because the colour range is awesome... still can't make up my mind!! Haha.

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  2. Unknown4 May 2011 at 12:51

    I really liked this foundation when I tried it but alas it was far too yellow for me ;-( I really wish they made a more neutral shade (or even a touch cool) as light as Siberia!

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  3. Unknown4 May 2011 at 14:22

    I liked this foundation but bought it in the wrong shade and I have never braved getting a proper shade match at a counter! I may revisit it someday. Thanks for reminding me of this one as I might actually get opportunity for a shade match tomorrow or possibly Saturday.

    Sorry to hear about your hair. You know I can sympathise. I hope it grows on you or it grows quickly. I need to brave hair stuff soon, eek!
    Jane x

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  4. Makeup and Mutts4 May 2011 at 14:38

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  5. Makeup and Mutts4 May 2011 at 14:38

    The lasting power would def be a problem for me, what's the point in foundation if it doesn't last? That's too bad!

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  6. Red Lip Gloss4 May 2011 at 15:21

    Great review lady and thanks for your honest opinion. It's funny hearing this because NARS (eye shadow/blush wise) is one of my favorite brands. I'm definitely going to steer clear of this foundation

    xo

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  7. Unknown6 May 2011 at 12:39

    Hi Jo,
    The MAC one is too dark for me as well, but I really like how long lasting it is, I tend to have to apply it very sheerly and add a bit of a highlighter to blend it all in. I'm not sure the NARS one fits what you are looking for, I wonder if you could get a sample of it?

    Hi PerilouslyPale,
    I wonder if the redness of my skin took away some of the yellow tone. It is a shame that a lot of brands don't often more neutral tones, seems to be either too yellow or too pink! :)

    Hi Jane,
    What a shame about getting the wrong shade, I always wonder if it would be handy to have one of those lightening things you add to foundation like Armani, MUFE do.
    I hope the hair grows back fast, I do like the style, just not on me! x

    Hi Vintage Makeup,
    It was a shame, as I have dry skin I would assume it would last even less on oily skin.

    Hi Christina,
    Thanks :) I do much prefer NARS for their colour products, I am eyeing up quite a few of their summer collcection items ;)

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  8. Anonymous6 May 2011 at 12:43

    I really like this shade but it looks to sheer for me, I don't think it would cover my large pores.

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  9. makeup magpie6 May 2011 at 18:30

    I have read a lot about this foundation, but have never tried it on my face--only swatched it at the counter on my hand, but wasn't sure it would work out for my skin-type. I was surprised to hear that they charge extra for the pump. I agree that a high end brand should definitely include one with the product. Thanks for the review! :)

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  10. Unknown7 May 2011 at 14:13

    Hi Skin Scrubs,
    My pores are really bad and I do need to apply a powder over this foundation if I want to blot them out! :)

    Hello Makeup Magpie,
    I seem to have used a load of it due to not having a pump as I don't seem able to be careful when tipping some out ;)

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