BOBBIBROWN Intensive Skin Serum Foundation [SPF40/PA+++] [Beige]

This is also great for men to use. It's moisturizing and luminous without being burdensome, and has a sophisticated feel to it. What I like most is that it applies naturally and evenly with just a casual swipe of the hand, and then beautifully breaks down. Many may be considering Futurist, and both are good, but Futurist has a bit more of a made-up look. Those of you like me who are just looking for something to even out skin tone, texture, and radiance, this may be a better fit.

If you apply it too thickly, it can darken a bit. It'll make you look about a shade darker.

With one pump, you can build it up in two layers. Apply it thinly in two layers - for the first layer, use your hands to massage it in, and for the second layer, use a soft, flat brush to lightly cover. Doing it this way, I was able to increase the adherence and significantly reduce the darkening (though you can't eliminate it entirely). The degree and longevity of the glow depends on your skincare. For example, if you've applied a cream like Uriage Depilatory Cream or Bobbi Brown Balm, and used a hydrating primer, you can achieve mirror-like radiance even with dry skin. If you've prepped your skin to be more matte, this will give a silkier finish. But in any case, it's essential to set it with a setting spray or mist after application to boost the staying power.

I have a neutral skin tone around #23 and this beige-colored product matches me well, so I've been using it regularly. After giving birth, my skin became significantly drier, but this product covers my skin moisturized without needing a heavy skincare routine, and the lasting power is quite long-lasting, which I like.

The price range is a bit expensive. Unless it's duty-free, it can be burdensome.

I'm using the Bobbi Brown full-coverage brush, and it seems to be a good match as I can cover my entire face with just a small amount, leaving my skin feeling hydrated.