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- Hwahae UserCombination SkinAcne SkinSensitive SkinJul 15, 2022
The color was quite nice. The texture absorbs like a light whipped cream, which is pretty good. There was some pilling with makeup, and it feels like the amount is a bit on the small side. It can feel a bit heavy during summer. - Hwahae UserOily SkinAcne SkinSensitive SkinSep 29, 2021
Oh... I've discovered a new world of Inner Glow! I love a radiant finish and a sheer skin-like appearance, but with my blemishes and large pores, I definitely need medium coverage. That's why I'm very picky about foundations. I've been using the Armani Designer Lift foundation for a long time and even wrote a review about it ages ago. Now, I've found the perfect primer to pair with it - this one! I've mainly used 'hydrating primers' in the past, prioritizing skin protection. I also disliked the suffocating feeling of heavy coatings, which often led to blemishes. But this one, while not a hydrating primer, has a makeup base feel + strong priming effect. The glow is absolutely stunning, and it really brings out that Inner Glow beautifully. By the way, it pairs wonderfully with the Designer Lift foundation. Now, let me break down the pros and cons :) ∎ 1) Inner Glow expression. The radiance that shines through the foundation is gorgeous. ∎ 2) Covers texture well without feeling thick. It's so lightweight! ∎ 3) This shade (Mauve) has a slight blue tint that neutralizes yellow undertones. This might be hit or miss, so choose your shade carefully! I actually wished it was a bit less blue to match my yellower body and neck. ∎ 4) Among similar makeup bases, it's the only one with zero pilling. The adhesion power is truly praiseworthy! ∎ 5) No need for a separate sunscreen. However, applying a separate moisturizer before this would be even better. Now for the downsides and potential drawbacks~ ∎ 1) While it applies thinly, it still feels quite rich. As someone with oily skin prone to blemishes, I'm a bit worried this might be too much in summer. It's fine for the current season, but when it gets a bit warmer, this could turn into an oil sauna! ∎ 2) It has a slight moisturizing effect. This might feel a bit heavy for some people. However, I think it would be great for oily skin in winter, and for dry skin types, it might pair well with a fixing tint-type foundation without causing any flakiness! Personally, I've been using a slightly dewy tone-up sunscreen for my Inner Glow instead of foundation makeup bases or pore-filling primers. So I wasn't sure if I really needed this. But after trying it, I realized it would be perfect for those winter days when the wind makes my skin dry, causing foundation to settle into fine lines. These days, I apply a small amount to areas where I want more glow. Since my pores aren't large enough to need a primer and can be covered by foundation, I'm satisfied using this mainly for the glow effect~! ♥️Recommended for: Those who want that 'Inner Glow' look! It has texture/pore covering abilities, but to a natural degree (a nice bonus feature, but if pore coverage is your main goal, I'd recommend other products) Power oily skin types who dislike heavy moisturizing effects might want to think twice Recommended for dry and combination dehydrated skin types who use semi-matte foundations~! ♥️How to use: Use just a little bit! Warm up a small amount between your hands until it feels slick, then pat it onto your face in specific areas. Applying it all over at once can feel a bit heavy.