Catrice Cosmetics Nude Illusion Make Up

Thanks to my dry skin, I rarely opt for foundations that have a matte finish because I want my normally dull skin to look more glowing and healthy. But, when a foundation promises to still give skin a 'healthy glow' and is moisturizing, I don't hesitate to give it a chance.

Just a note, according to the company's product page, this foundation is no longer available meaning it was most likely phased out. It is currently still available here in the Philippines, however. Only time will tell if it'll be phased out of stores too eventually.

Catrice Cosmetics says... "The Nude Illusion Make-up scores points as a light foundation with optimal mattifying coverage. Thanks to soft, light-reflecting pigments, the foundation provides a soft focus effect for a healthy glow. The formula is fabulous: moisturizing, long-lasting and with protective UVA and UVB filters. The finish: flawless and natural."

MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation

Though I'm still a BB/CC cream or tinted moisturizer kind of gal when it comes to my everyday makeup look, it still doesn't stop me from buying any foundation that catches my eye or interest. One can't have too many anyway, right? Well, that's my excuse at least.

One foundation recommended to me was by a sales assistant from MAC back in Tokyo. It's the MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation (¥4,700). He told me this was his personal favorite foundation, so I decided to give it a try.

MAC says...

A tenacious waterproof formula that can be used as a foundation or concealer, wearing for an unprecedented 24 hours. Neither rain nor tears can budge this oil-free watertight product that actually repels moisture from the surface of the face. The formula blends seamlessly on the skin with medium to full weightless coverage and a natural satin finish.

Rimmel Match Perfection foundation

One drugstore brand I really wanted to try when I first got into blogging was Rimmel. Unfortunately, back then it wasn't available locally so I had to wait until I was given the opportunity to take a trip to Guam where I grabbed a few Rimmel goodies from their local Target.

One of the products I got was the Rimmel Match Perfection foundation.

"Traceless coverage foundation with Advanced Smart-Tone technology for perfectly flawless skin under any light. Enhanced with Sapphire Radiance for an illuminating glow. Lasts all day. UVA/UVB protection."

Now what I have is the older version of the product since I got this way back in 2014. In fact, I think the packaging and/or formulation has been changed at least a couple of times already. If you check the Rimmel website, it looks significantly different to mine.

Speaking of formulation change, I know the newest version is supposed to be more moisturizing and has SPF20 instead of the SPF18 mine has.

Mini-San San haul and Review

I'm no brand snob, and even if I do like to splurge on more high-end beauty products whenever I can, I still actively seek for cheaper dupes or alternatives. A girl's got to be practical sometimes, right? So last week, I hopped over to my nearest HBC and decided to try out a few more products from San San. This isn't my first time purchasing anything San San as I previously bought one of their concealers which I still use and love!

I settled for three items: their Matte Finish Liquid Foundation, Blush On (with Age Defense), and 2-Way Cake pressed powder.

I'll be making a quick summary for each item at the end of the entry, so click below to read more!