2 Reviews
- 셑나Nov 28, 2021 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe coverage is really lacking - a lot! If you want to conceal anything, this isn't for you. I went out wearing sunscreen, foundation, and powder, and it still transferred quite a bit to my mask. But considering I was laughing and chatting a lot, maybe it's not too bad? I usually change my mask once during the day when I'm wearing makeup, so it wasn't a big inconvenience. However, compared to matte foundations that really stick to the skin, this one does transfer more. There is some darkening, but it's tolerable. It's only 35ml, not even 50ml, and it's in a tube so the packaging cost should be less, yet it's 58,000 won? Ha! That's quite pricey.
- JinUraReaApr 13, 2021 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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The content is currently being reviewed by the Hwahae operations team, and the verification will be completed by the next business day (excluding weekends and holidays) from the date the review was written.Reviewed by The Hwahae Testers
This review was written by The Hwahae Testers 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. Reviews by The Hwahae Testers undergo the same strict verification process as regular reviews, and if they don't meet our standards, revisions will be requested.ProsI actually used shade 1.5, but since only shade 3 is available on Hwahae at the moment, I'm writing this review for shade 1.5 in the shade 3 section. The ingredients listed are the same, so please keep in mind this is a review for shade 1.5. This foundation can be described as: matte but moisturized / semi-matte / natural-looking / thin / clear Skin Expression (Thin Application): I usually prefer foundations that give a thin, luxurious finish with a subtle glow, like NARS Natural Radiant. This one applies incredibly thinly, possibly the thinnest I've ever used. The application is amazing - it melts into the skin like a moisturizer! It feels like a high-end CC cream. I tried applying it with both fingers and a flat brush, and the brush gave a more adherent and thinner application. Because it's so thin, redness may show through after a while, and it tends to disappear on oily areas. However, it doesn't break down in an unsightly way. After 6 hours, it had only faded on my nose while the rest of my face looked fine. Beautiful Peachy Tone: Armani is known for their beautiful peachy tones. Although I usually prefer pink-based shades, the sales assistant recommended 1.5 for my skin tone. It's the lightest shade but rather than looking overly bright, it blends with my natural skin color and gives a beautiful, natural glow. Waterproof: Surprisingly, it has excellent waterproof properties. When I splashed water on it, it repelled it completely. This makes me hopeful it will hold up well against sweat in summer, especially when combined with powder and setting spray. Reasonable Price for Armani: At 58,000 won, it's reasonably priced compared to other Armani foundations. While the packaging may be less luxurious, you can test it in-store and then purchase online for a better deal.
ConsThe tube packaging makes it difficult to control the amount dispensed consistently. Without a makeup base, the color tends to fade over time. If your skincare is too heavy, the foundation may disappear or darken more quickly. Lack of Coverage: I personally love the thin texture, so this is actually a plus for me. However, if you're looking for perfect coverage or have a lot to conceal, you might be dissatisfied. It's wise to use concealer for small blemishes.
TipUsing a makeup base before applying the foundation greatly improves its longevity and resistance to darkening. Make sure to set oily areas with powder, otherwise the foundation may disappear. Since this product doesn't have sun protection, be sure to use sunscreen with it.