The new Diorskin Nude foundation is a reformulation of the original Nude foundie. A month ago, I had a good chat with the makeup artist at MYER Chadstone’s Dior counter about the new formula when I was getting colour-matched. He mentioned that the new Nude foundations will be lighter and will include light-reflecting pigments for more natural, glowy skin.
The star product in the Diorskin Nude range, this cult fluid is the essential item on every backstage make-up artistβs table, and is their secret for creating the enhanced nude look envied by all. In 2012, this light fluid acquires a new subtle velvet finish that blends into the skin, to deliver just the right amount of coverage without masking the skinβs texture. This creates a shine-free, natural glow with a bare skin effect. Women who dream of perfect skin texture and a radiant complexion need look no further: this is the must-have product.
Now I have to mention that I have not used any Dior foundations before this. This means that I’m unable to compare the original Nude foundation with the new formula. What I can do is share my thoughts about the Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup, and how it worked (or not) for me :).
Firstly, let’s talk about texture. It’s a light, oil-free, lotion-like fluid. It’s not rich or heavy, which makes it suitable for oily to combination skin. If I were to compare its texture to another foundation and BB cream, I’d say it’s only just a tad thicker than Garnier’s BB Cream Miracle Skin Perfector for combination/oily skin and very similar to Bourjois’ Healthy Mix Serum Gel Foundation.
My shade’s the 020, which suits my skintone to a T.
I’m always a bit apprehensive when makeup mentions anything about light-reflecting particles. It’s no secret that I have a very oily T-zone, especially my nose, and I don’t need it looking even more like a shiny disco ball than it already does pre-blot. I’m happy to report that even though it says that the foundation contains light-reflecting pigments, they’re so subtle that often I don’t even think they’re there.
The foundation gives a subtly luminous and flawless finish to the skin without leaving it cakey and overdone. It is as the foundation calls it; it gives my skin a nude glow. It has medium coverage, and evens out the skin tone and the redness around my nose without my skin looking crepey around the nasal-labial lines and nose. It’s still my skin, but heaps better.
The only gripe I have with the foundation is that it doesn’t last very long. Many times I’ve worn it for about 6 hours when I noticed that most of the makeup around my nose, forehead and nasal-labial folds had disappeared, leaving subtle drag marks on the skin. It doesn’t last very long on the skin even with primer on, which is a pity.
Having said that, it’s still a lovely foundation for oily to combination skin. It’s not greasy, not heavy and it looks very natural on the skin. If you have the same skin type as I do, you might want to give this one a go :).
Dior’s new Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup retails at AU$77 for 30ml and is available in 9 shades. Get your hands on it at MYER, David Jones and selected pharmacies nationwide.
What I like about it: Light, looks very natural on my skin with a hint of radiance (without the shine).
What I do not like about it: It doesn’t last very long on my skin
Note: This product was provided for consideration.
I’ve been using this foundation for the past week and I’ve been really liking the result. On me, it lasts throughout the day with no patchiness at all. I like that it doesn’t make me oily and it doesn’t oxidise one bit. The best part is, my skin doesn’t look like it’s got any foundation on!
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Lily: That’s good to know! It is light on my skin, which I really like. Just not so much the part where it doesn’t last as long as I hoped. But for short periods, I’d go for this one π
The foundation looks great on your skin! Very natural yet fresh!
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Thanks Nikki! Happy to know you think it looks great on my skin π
I am glad they released lighter shades (010 is a pretty good match when I am tan). The foundation looks very good on your skin, on me it was a bit drying but this problem could be solved with lots of heavy moisturizer underneath. Have you tried the new powder foundation as well? I think this one is good as well, it gives quite a good coverage for a powder foundation, so applied on top of a foundation I had to be very careful to not overdo. It also feels creamy but on my dry skin it gives a demi matte finish, not powdery though.
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Claire: No I haven’t tried the powder foundation but I’ve heard good things about it. I’m going to swatch it at the counter and see if I like it. I like the sound of it not being powdery as you mentioned, because a lot of powder foundies I’ve tried tend to do that.
I only use very little product though (just to even out my complexion, not for major coverage). I hope it will work for you (I heard very mixed reviews on this one).
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Thanks for letting me know, Claire. I’ll be sure to take note of that when I try it out at the counter π
It’s so pretty on your skin!!!
Aww thanks Daph! π
It looks so pretty and natural on you! Too bad it doesn’t last long.
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Gio: Yeah it really is a pity. I was liking the foundation a lot too until I saw the streaks on my face. Sad it happened even with primer on π
I think the product gave a great coverage to your skin and looked wonderful – but a shame to hear it didn’t last long enough at 6 hrs. A foundation should last 12 hours – who can be reapplying after 5 or 6? Thoroughly enjoyed your review though.
Karen: I know, right?? Ugh. But glad to know you enjoyed my review nevertheless π
This is indeed a gorgeous foundation! it looks very natural π
It’s a beautiful foundation, Issa. Would be even better if it lasted longer π
Was the consultant Lance by any chance? if so he is fantastic. I didn’t realise it was oil-free. I’m now thinking it wouldn’t be suitable for my dry skin. I’ve been meaning to get a colour match but i haven’t had the time.
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Mel: I’m afraid I didn’t catch his name, but the consultant was lovely. Very helpful, even though I didn’t buy anything. There’s another version, I think, from the Nude range that may be more suitable for dry/normal skin. I’m not too sure though, because I read a review on a Malaysian beauty blog, and I don’t know if it’s the same thing but with different packaging.
Sounds like this foundation is not long lasting. What a pity because it has a gorgeous finish, doesn’t it?…but perhaps since it is quite pricey, you could just use it for short night/day events. Though for high end foundies, I tend to expect the moon and sun and rainbows haha! I would be disappointed with this…
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Beauty Box: Oh my sentiments exactly. When it’s a high-end foundation, I want it to exceed my expectations. This is not bad, it just could be better π