MAC Strobe Cream [Gold Light] Reviews
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6Reviews
- Hwahae UserNov 12, 2020Dry Skin
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The difference in my makeup before and after is incredibly noticeable! It's a must-have for my dry skin.
Cons
The amount control is a bit disappointing.. Even a little squeeze makes a lot come out, which is a downside ㅠㅠ Thinking about the evil price, it hurts my heart a bit when it comes out a little too much while I'm doing my makeup.
- Hwahae UserOct 1, 2018Normal SkinAcne Skin
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It's around shade 22 in warm tone. You can apply a gold light. Before applying foundation, spread a strobing cream all over the face. The foundation will absorb really well! The strobing cream has gold pearl in it, so the moment you apply it on the skin, a pearly glow will appear on the face!! After applying a heavy sunscreen, this cream adds more oil content, helping the foundation blend better. :) *By the way, this strobing cream seems to work well with foundations that are a bit drying, as this cream has a lot of oil content.
Cons
Sometimes when you open the lid, the cream comes out a bit too much. So I tap the lid upwards before opening it to prevent the product from oozing out. Haha Also, be careful not to apply too much, as it can make your face look overly oily.
- al*******Jun 24, 2018Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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I went to the store to test it out, as I wanted my skin to look more radiant and to better conceal my flushing. I tested both the silver and gold shades, and the subtle yet luminous pearls in the gold were so mesmerizing that I ended up purchasing the gold. I could feel the difference as soon as I applied it to the back of my hand - the gold is truly as dazzling as I had heard, and it does a decent job of minimizing the appearance of flushing. While the primer effect may be mild, the luminous pearls help distract the eye and create a primer-like effect, which is just beautiful. I can see why it's so popular. The formula is also quite good, and while it's a bit pricey compared to other products, considering it's 50ml, I think the price is justified.
Cons
The packaging seems to make it a bit tricky to control the amount dispensed, but other than that, I don't really have any major complaints.
Tip
I used to apply the Etude House Mebae Hydra 1 as my base, followed by the NARS concealer and Estée Lauder Double Wear. But after discovering this product, my routine has changed to using the Innisfree Sensitive sunscreen, NARS concealer, and a 1:1 mixture of the Double Wear and Strobe Cream. This gives me a beautiful, non-matte finish with a subtle glow that I can't get enough of. And when I mix the Dior Ink Lasting and Double Wear in a 1:1 ratio, then lightly dust with the Makeup Forever powder, it creates a miracle - my makeup stays flawless all day long.
Hwahae UserOct 9, 2017Dry SkinAcne SkinReview under verification
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It has a subtle shine befitting its reputation, and I feel so happy after finishing my makeup! It also has moisture, so it serves as a great base, making my skin feel so soft and supple. The color is not extremely yellow, gold, or cyborg-like - just a very fine, subtle golden shimmer that is spread out evenly.
Cons
The packaging shape is a bit tricky haha! It's hard to control the amount at first, as a lot comes out even when I try to squeeze out just a little.
Tip
Even though I have dry skin, I use a long-wear foundation, and I can't use it without this product. It pairs surprisingly well with the long-wear foundation, so I mix them at about a 2:1 ratio. That way, my skin just glows beautifully.
- Hwahae UserSep 6, 2017Combination Skin
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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.Pros
I have a tendency to have a lot of redness on my face, and my complexion is somewhat bright, so I was concerned that using the Stroub cream in pink would make my face look too bright. I ended up purchasing the gold one based on the recommendation from the store. On days when I don't want to apply heavy makeup or want an overall brighter look, this base product works well for me. In the winter, it seems to help correct the issue of my makeup looking cakey to some degree. Additionally, the product is quite generous in quantity, so I've been able to use it for about a year without needing to repurchase.
Cons
The overall usage experience is good, and it blends well with eyeshadows and foundations, but it doesn't have any particularly distinctive features. In my case, I usually apply products in the order of skin, lotion, primer, sunscreen, whitening cream, stroub cream, and foundation. Even if I skip a step or two, I don't like my face to look too heavily made up, so I often end up not applying the stroub cream. The thicker the layers, the more likely the makeup is to look cakey or shift, so I tend not to use it much in the summer or on days when I want a heavier makeup look.
- Hwahae UserJul 13, 2017Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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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.Pros
I bought this product because YouTubers have been raving about it so much, and I used my duty-free chance. After trying it, I understand why they say it's so good:) If you apply it thinly all over your face before starting your base makeup, you can feel it creating a subtle glow and dimension. I used it together with the MAC cushion, and the combination was definitely great. On important days or when you want to look your best, just a light application can make your face look polished and nice:)
Cons
There's almost nothing disappointing, but if I had to pick one, it's that oily-skinned people might end up looking greasy. I have a combination skin type that's on the drier side, and when I applied it thinly, it gave me a perfect glow.
Tip
If you use it together with the MAC Lightful cushion, the effect will be even more powerful!
