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- 재복이랑Feb 24, 2020Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsMy recommendation led my sister to purchase the Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Long-Wear Foundation as well. Since my sister has a slightly less yellow and a bit more pale skin tone than me, she uses shade 21. However, it seems that even the neutral or pink-based shades in the Laura Mercier foundation have a slightly yellow undertone. When my sister used it, the color started to appear dull and darkened over time, and the shade wasn't an exact match, causing a patchy, uneven look. My sister is a consistent user of the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in shade 2, which suits her skin tone well. I would recommend thoroughly testing the color match at the store before purchasing the Laura Mercier foundation, as the undertones may not work for everyone. Additionally, the black cap of the foundation has a textured, velvety finish, which tends to show fingerprints and smudges easily, making it look messy. This could also be considered a downside of the product.
TipAnother potential issue with the Laura Mercier Flawless Fusion Long-Wear Foundation is the small size of the pump opening. If the opening gets even slightly narrower, it can cause a disastrous situation where the foundation splatters everywhere. It's important to always keep the pump opening clean and clear to prevent this from happening.
- 잉쫑이May 21, 2018Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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This review was written by a Hwahae Trial Reviewer who received the product for free and evaluated it with a sense of representing Hwahae. The review is completely unbiased and honest, with no guidelines or restrictions. Trial Reviewers' reviews undergo the same strict verification process as regular reviews, and if they don't meet our standards, revisions will be requested.ProsThis is my holy grail foundation. I've spent so much money on foundations, but this one is truly worth it. I've been using it since I bought it in Japan before it became available in Korea, and it's just amazing. The staying power is unbeatable. It applies so smoothly and dewy, and the finish becomes more and more matte and beautiful over time.
ConsIf I had to nitpick, the matte finish on the lid means it's prone to scratches and fingerprints.