Name: Semi-matte base [ivory]
Brand: EVERYDAYMINERALS
Rating: 4.22 (40 reviews)

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Semi-matte base [ivory]

No Gray Tint

Has Powder Fallout

Clumps

Doesn't Have Good Color

Separates

Emphasizes Dead Skin

Bold

Provides Full Coverage

Matte Finish

Looks Natural

Feels Comfortable

Adds Glow

Not Irritating

Doesn't Cause Breakouts

Perfect for fibbing about not wearing makeup!

The brush compatibility is a real issue - you need to use an expensive one. The excess powder is a major problem. If you're wearing clothes while applying, be prepared for it to get all over your outfit.

I'm on my 6th bottle of the matte base in 1w Golden Ivory. It's perfect for those times when you want to meet people and pretend you're not wearing any makeup. Most people actually believe it! It's seriously amazing.

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I wash my hands thoroughly in the bathroom before applying it with my fingers, but the most disappointing thing is how inconvenient it is for touch-ups.

I keep using this product because of its simple ingredients. I don't think it'll cause any blemishes.

The moisturizer you use seems to be crucial. Applying with a brush gives better adherence, but it can settle into wrinkles, so I just pat it on with the house-shaped puff instead.

When I used it with Zeroid, it was super oily, but with Primera, it gives a nice glow. It's also less drying. However, it did accentuate wrinkles before, but with proper skincare, it's fine now. It's inconvenient to carry around, and the powder tends to fly off and fall on clothes.

At first, I used it well, but I had to stop because I kept getting small bumps. It seems the compatibility with your moisturizer is crucial. I tried it again after a long time, and when used with Primera, no issues arise. I was puzzled about getting bumps since it doesn't contain ingredients that typically cause them. I bought the semi-matte 3n and 3w. The 3w is really dark, matching my body tone perfectly. My face is slightly lighter than my body, but I'm satisfied with how it instantly makes my face look like terracotta. It's quite shocking to see how dark it looks in the mirror, but the glow makes it okay. My face ends up darker than my hands. The 3n is extremely light, but strangely it darkens over time...

I apply it by tapping and rolling with a Real Techniques buffing brush. For dark circles and around the mouth, I use a regular concealer (Wake Make).

However, due to a critical drawback, I keep looking at other options. The reason is...

+ It's winter, so it's too dry and emphasizes dead skin cells.
I've finally found the right cushion and am graduating from Everyday Minerals. I'll post that review next.

(I'm that bad person who always praises something but then criticizes it when I find something better)

It disappears when I blow my nose.
There's no darkening, but the makeup fades away.
Due to its weak coverage...
I totally agree with that best review that said you keep applying it dubiously, ending up with cakey makeup without achieving coverage! Actually, it evens out skin tone but has almost no coverage. It's better than just sunscreen, but... (It looks like I'm wearing makeup, but after 6 hours, I'm not so sure)

The makeup fades, so touch-ups after lunch are essential, but it's impossible to touch up with this. If you try to touch up over it, it gets messy, like cakey powder (Am I applying too much?)
You have to remove everything except around the eyes and reapply, but it's too bothersome, so I don't touch up.
It might look underwhelming compared to those with full makeup, but what can I do with sensitive skin? I'll just adapt and live with it.
(I want to use cushion foundations... I envy their convenient portability)

As someone with a deep undertone in shade 23, sensitive and dehydrated skin, I prefer lighter makeup over heavy coverage. With age, my sebum production has decreased, so I've graduated from the bumpy 'sea squirt skin' phase. However, I'm currently in a natural phase with some small blemishes on my chin and faint acne scars on my cheeks.

I'm currently mixing Golden Fair 0W (personally equivalent to shade 20) and Golden Ivory 1W (personally equivalent to shade 24) to create a radiant warm tone 22 shade. (I'll post about blush, corrector, and concealer in their respective categories)

Seven years ago, at 24, I first tried Everyday Minerals' matte base and used it well, but due to various drawbacks, I compromised with mainstream products. However, even with gentle bases, I still experienced blemishes. My skin was seriously problematic.

While I'm prone to skin issues (due to poor sleep, hydration, diet, lack of exercise, etc.), makeup-induced blemishes were on another level. When I applied base makeup, my skin would itch, and I'd press it with the back of my hand, only to look in the mirror and see blemishes appearing. I'd go to work bare-faced for my skin's sake, but you know those moments when you catch your reflection and feel unattractive? Anyone else? I'm sure there are.

This is the best color cosmetic for people like us!

(Sorry for the long intro, let's get to the main point)

The biggest advantage is how comfortable it feels on the skin. No itching! It's the gentlest foundation I've used (the ingredients speak for themselves). The foundation tone matches my warm skin perfectly. (I actually bought Golden Ivory first, but it was too dark, so I added Golden Fair)

It doesn't feel sticky on the skin, doesn't cling to nose pores (because it's a powder), and creates a natural skin-like finish. It's perfect! Well, maybe not 100% perfect, but it's the best for me right now.

The powder format makes it great for customizing. You can buy multiple shades and mix them to create the perfect match for your complexion.

The trade-off for its lightweight feel is that it offers almost no coverage. Being a powder, it can't give you that dewy, 'glass skin' look. Sometimes I do miss that luminous, hydrated glow...

I've been using EM powder foundation exclusively for about 2 years now, after finding liquid foundations too heavy. The best part? My skin never feels suffocated. It's like I'm not even wearing makeup. There are times when I'm so exhausted from work that I fall asleep without removing my makeup, but with this, I wake up without any blemishes. Being a powder, it might feel a bit dry at first, but once your natural oils come through, it actually makes your skin look better. While it can clump if applied incorrectly, it's much less prone to this than liquid foundations. Even if it does clump, it's easy to fix - just wipe with a toner-soaked cotton pad and reapply. Touch-ups are a breeze.

However, Bare Minerals was truly non-irritating. I could remove my makeup without any irritation, and even after going out and sweating profusely, I never got any blemishes. But this one stings a bit. I'm not sure why it's causing irritation. Maybe it's because it has more mica than Bare? Or because it doesn't have zinc oxide? I can feel a slight irritation even while wearing it (only on sensitive areas). It's also noticeably drying. After removing it, my skin gets a bit red. It seems there is some irritation. If anyone knows the reason, please leave a comment. It's such a shame because it gives me exactly the skin appearance I want.

I've been using Rosy Light. I was using Bare Minerals Fairly Light, but it was darker than my neck, so I switched to Rosy Ivory. I love the color and how it makes my skin look so much that I was ready to ditch Bare Minerals and commit to this one. The shade was a perfect match for my complexion.

For those unsure about product colors! The first number indicates brightness (closer to 0 means lighter complexion), and the letter at the end represents the undertone (N: Neutral, W: Warm/Golden, C: Cool/Rosy).

If your base is too moisturizing, it can look patchy or clumpy. The coverage is not as good compared to other formulas, so sometimes I use a regular formula for light coverage and use this as both a finishing powder and for additional coverage.

When you apply a somewhat matte base and use a buffing brush, it blends well and provides good coverage. The more moisturizing the formula (like those with a jojoba base), the harder it is to dispense from the container, while matte formulas come out more easily. I used it for a while and then mixed it with a concealer I bought separately.

1. Color selection: 'C' is for cool tones, 'W' for warm (yellow-based), and 'N' for neutral. Lower numbers are lighter, higher numbers darker. 2N or 3N are generally versatile, or try 1W for a slightly warmer tone. Note that W shades are darker than N shades of the same number.

2. Brushes: Daiso foundation brushes work well! Kabuki brushes are also good. Look for brushes with fine, full bristles.

3. For a glowing finish: After applying powder, use a glow booster or similar product for a natural radiance. Apply before the finishing powder for subtle glow, or after for more intensity. To enhance staying power, I apply finishing powder after eye makeup, then touch up eyes again.

4. Pore coverage: em Minerals alone may not suffice. Use a primer first, then em powder concealer for redness around the nose, followed by em foundation. Keep buffing with a brush until pores are less visible.

5. Dark circles and blemishes: The em concealer has light coverage. I use a regular concealer for undereyes and blemishes. The em concealer works well for redness around the nose.

1. It can make the skin look dry. When I want a dewy, glowing look, even applying a luminous finishing powder over it feels a bit off. It does blend more naturally with skin oils over time, but for combination skin, it can leave the nose oily and cheeks dry. I've started using a glow booster as a final touch for a natural radiance.

2. Finding your perfect shade initially can be challenging and potentially costly.

3. As a loose powder, it can be messy to use. I apply it in the bathroom to contain the powder. Be careful not to inhale it while applying - try to hold your breath to avoid potential lung irritation.

4. Brush maintenance can be a hassle.

Despite these drawbacks, the minimal pore-clogging, natural skin tone match, and lightweight coverage are significant advantages. Some of these cons are inherent to loose powder foundations. I'll likely stick with this product for a long time (maybe forever?).

1. No pore-clogging issues. The powder gently sits on top of the pores. Even those of us with large pores can achieve nearly invisible coverage by applying primer and layering the powder multiple times.

2. The diverse color range allows for a natural makeup look that matches your skin tone. However, finding your perfect shade might take some trial and error.

3. I use the em Finishing Powder religiously every time I do my makeup, which seems to contribute to its impressive staying power. Rather than breaking down, the makeup seems to fade gracefully, avoiding a messy appearance.

4. It's said to be good for the skin. While I can't definitively say it's better than the BB cream I used before (which didn't cause major blemishes), it does seem to agree with my skin.

1. When using, lightly tap the powder brush in the product, swirl it around,
and make sure to tap off the excess.
Repeat the process of tapping, shaking off excess, and applying for a natural finish.

2. It's best to use either liquid or solid concealer to quickly cover blemishes and dark circles.
This foundation is truly a bare-face foundation, so it doesn't cover dark spots.
I don't recommend using it alone if you have acne scars like me. I can barely cover even a quarter of my scars, and sometimes even that's difficult.

3. Super hydrated skin doesn't work well with this foundation. Finish with just a hint of moisture before applying the foundation.. Otherwise, it just clumps up.

4. Because of its lack of coverage, I tried to use BB cream underneath,
but I end up just using the BB cream alone...? lol ㅜㅜㅜㅜ

✓ Inconvenient to use
Maybe it's because it's my first time using powder foundation, but at first, I spilled it, got powder all over my desk and clothes....
And you end up inhaling it. No matter how careful you are, you'll breathe it all in..
✓ Coverage 1 out of 10
You can consider it as having no coverage. Even mixing it with concealer powder barely covers anything..
When I'm not wearing makeup, my skin looks a bit dewy, which makes it seem okay, but with this on, it becomes matte ㅜㅜㅜ.. There's no dewy glow at all.
✓ Often applied too thick
It's surprisingly hard to control the amount. You're not sure if it's applied, so you keep adding more...The first day I used it, I walked around looking 3 shades duller than my usual skin tone
✓ Emphasizes dead skin cells
It shows all the flaky skin that even BB cream doesn't reveal...
It exposes all those little 'skins' that form when acne is healing.

✓ It doesn't cause blemishes.
This is the first thing I look for when buying makeup.
Most makeup that makes you look pretty can ironically make me look worse if I use it for too long...
My skin feels comfortable, and it doesn't seem to cause any blemishes.
✓ The fading is so-so
Some BB creams fade in a weird way, causing wrinkles and making you look older, but thankfully this one just fades away...

Among my reviews, this pairs perfectly with the Happy Bath sunscreen. The Happy Bath sunscreen gives a subtle glow, and when you apply this powder on top, it makes your skin look naturally flawless.

The packaging looks a bit cheap, and to get the product out, you need to close the lid, flip it upside down, and tap the back repeatedly. This method of use makes the case get dirty easily.

This is revolutionary! Apply sunscreen first, then use this only on areas you want to cover. It's lightweight yet provides natural coverage, even for dark circles. The staying power is good too. I'm using the Rose Light color, which is perfect for those with a yellow undertone in shade 21.

I tap some powder onto the lid and apply it with a brush. I use a kabuki brush, dab it in, tap off the excess, and apply. I always make sure to apply it very, very, very thinly!! I'm so careful that I wonder, 'Did I even apply any? Did I use too little on the brush?' If you apply multiple thin layers, it won't cake, and when your natural oils come through later, you'll have a beautiful glow. It looks best around 3 PM when others are touching up their makeup. I removed the inner lid forcefully since I don't touch up and only use it at home. The hole was too small and frustrating! Also, you know those small Baskin-Robbins spoons? I keep one in a small ziplock bag and use it to scoop out the powder onto the lid when I do my makeup. About half a spoonful is perfect for me.

Being a foreign product... it's hard to find the right shade. The names are all so confusing! I have a yellowish undertone in shade 23 with some acne scars, so my complexion is a bit uneven. I wanted a yellow-based powder to cover redness, so I bought Golden Beige, but it makes my face look muddy... It covers redness perfectly, but there's no brightening effect. As a result, my overall makeup doesn't look pretty. Is there a shade in the Rosy line that's not too light or dark for shade 23? I'm considering Rosy Beige for now...

Light and highly recommended for those with oily skin! As your natural oils come through, it looks beautifully natural! It's the ultimate for pore coverage. Don't underestimate this powder - its coverage is incredibly high! I have uneven skin, but I felt it worked wonders. It effortlessly covers acne scars, pores, and redness. Just use a concealer for very dark spots...

There are so many color options, it's hard to choose. I thought I bought a fairly light shade, but it looks dull on me...

This one's good too, but when used with this brand's kabuki brush, the effect is off the charts!

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