Monday 6 January 2014

Review: Revlon ColorStay Foundation




I jumped on the Revlon ColorStay train and have no plans of departing any time soon. I bought this fella I'd say more than a week ago, less than two weeks ago (WHO CARES FOR FINITE DETAIL) as I had a £2 off Revlon makeup voucher and had been interested in the foundation for a while. If you follow my twitter you may have seen my tweet regarding the lady who served me when I bought this, basically I forgot I had the voucher until the transaction was over and then asked if I could use so she had to return it and start again. I feared for my life as she wasn't the most friendly of people and we stood there in silence while she angrily tapped at the till. I'm too weak for this battle we call life.


The ColorStay foundation claims to wear for up to 24 hours and have a lightweight feel as well having an SPF 15 (big up big up). I chose the shade 150 Buff from the Combination/Oily Skin range as opposed to the Normal/Dry choice. I had been wanting a foundation with a heavier coverage as I felt that it would help the rest of my makeup sit better and look more polished but was a bit wary as I hate the feeling heavier foundations tend to have. I can say however that this foundation actually does feel really lightweight but I have read some other bloggers say this has a sticky, heavy feeling but I apply quite a small amount so this may be the difference.


A common complaint about this foundation is that it doesn't have a pump, in all honesty this doesn't bother me as the formula is fairly thick and takes a while to 'pour' out so even if you have a delayed reaction speed it's not going to coat everything nearby. I like to pour some onto my hand and then use my finger to dot it on one section of my face and then use my Real Techniques Expert Face Brush to apply it. I find using my finger initially is the easiest way to judge how much you need because I've found my skin can actually look worse if I wear too much of this foundation; if I have under the skin bumps then this foundation will emphasise them. LESS IS BEST GUYS.

I have to admit that I've slept in this foundation twice (I am only human) and, after waking up, my mum said how it looked like I still had a full face of makeup on. This is pretty amazing considering one of the times I applied it at 5pm, went clubbing, got a taxi home at around 5am, walked for about 10 minutes in the rain and then woke up at 9:30 for my face to still look in tact. Granted I did use a primer and set it with powder but still, that is crazy. I honestly do not know who would wear foundation for 24 hours though so the claim is pretty ridiculous and one that I'm not planning on testing.



The shade is a perfect match for me and does not oxidise at all throughout the day which is something I have found with a few other foundations. The finish isn't dewy but it also isn't matte, I'm not sure how I would describe it but I really like it. That was probably the most unhelpful statement of the century if you're looking to buy this foundation, sorry.

At £12.49 this foundation is at the more expensive end of 'drugstore' foundations but I do think it's worth it considering how long it lasts on the skin. It's quite difficult to remove and so I use a micellar water followed by cleanser and toner to make sure it's all removed properly. I won't be wearing this on days where I have college as the poor girl I'm working with will have to waste time removing it and so will instead wear my Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum, a post on that will be coming soon.

Overall I am really impressed with this foundation and feel I've found what I'm looking for in terms of giving my face a really even base for blusher/bronzer and all that jazz. Have you tried this foundation before? If not what foundation do you use?

20 comments:

  1. I absolutely love this foundation too. since it is so long-wearing and perfecting, I tend to only use it for nights out now. such a great formula and worth the hype! x

    morerebe.com

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    1. It is so worth the hype I agree! Yeah I think I'm going to stop wearing it on a daily basis as I don't want to clog my skin and make it end up worse off! x

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  2. I adore this foundation!!' It's the only one where I have re-purchased over and over again. I am too guilty of sleeping with the foundation on and I agree, when I wake up it still looks great! (Although wouldn't recommend it for the skin)

    Xxx

    Youngandfoolishhappiness.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. I can see myself definitely repurchasing it haha! Aaah I know sometimes you just seriously have no energy to remove it though haha! xxx

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  3. After I read this review the other day, today I went out and bought this foundation! It seems so good, I can't wait to try it out properly :) xx

    notjustacurl.blogspot.com

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    1. Aw that makes me so happy that someone actually took note of what i said haha, thank you so much!! It is a really good foundation, I'll look out for a blog post from you! xx

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  4. I love all your reviews but I'd love to see the foundation aplied:) I'm really curious to see a before after. I'm going to buy it as soon as I can! xxx

    beyourselfevenwithmakeup.blogspot.com

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    1. Aw thank you that means a lot to me! When I buy a camera I'm going to consider doing before and after pictures because I think it makes reviews so much better when you actually can see what the product does! Definitely do get it, it's really worth it! xxx

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  5. Hello! your blog is very nice, well done!
    come see mine?
    you're welcome!

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  6. This is a perfect match on the last photo you can't even tell you have applied foundation!

    Jess xx
    www.momentsofbeautywars.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Yes I know I'm so happy it's literally an amazing match! It's crazy! xx

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  7. I'm going to have to try this out! It looks really good :)
    Made me laugh reading about you sleeping in it.. Don't we all do if after a night out? Red lippy all over the face, eyeliner up to your eyebrows and hair stuck all over haha! xxx

    www.chanellejade.blogspot.com

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    1. Yeah do try it! It's really good! Haha I'm glad! Exactly, you leave looking all polished and then return looking pretty much ship wrecked haha! xxx

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  8. I have seen many reviews on this product and seeing your is officially making me go try it. I hope I actually find the colour that suits me, I have been trying to find a cheaper brand of foundation to wear on everyday occasions and use my more expensive one for special occasions.
    I am now following you as I love what you do, GFC #27 hope you can also take a look at my blog and follow me back.
    www.fashionnfreedom.blogspot.com (:

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    1. Aw yay! I think you will have a good chance of finding your shade as there's quite a wide range available! This one is definitely affordable compared to high end brands! Thank you! x

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  9. i love this foundation, and i have the same, that i bought this summer and i still use it; It's just a good foundation.

    Kisses

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    1. I think nearly everyone loves it don't they! It is really good! x

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  10. bellissmo! adoro la revlon!!
    un bacio a presto!
    http://cyrilmakeup.blogspot.it

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