Product: MAC Face And Body Foundation
My Shade: C1
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How much does it cost?
£23 from any MAC store or online at MAC's website. Please be aware that the price varies with delivery charges if you order online.
Does it have a scent?
No, it's completely unscented.
How does it work? How much coverage do I get?
MAC Face and Body Foundation is a liquid foundation but unlike Studio Fix Liquid Foundation, (and the majority of liquid foundations out there) this is much thinner. It goes on like water and then dries fairly quickly enabling you to spread the foundation and blend it into the skin effectively. The coverage is sheer so you will see a much more natural coverage than any other thicker foundation.
Unlike Studio Fix this does not have SPF. Foundations with SPF reflect light in flash photography and this can make you look ghastly white so if you want picture perfect appearance whilst clubbing for example then this is very ideal. Go one shade darker than normal if you want extra coverage as this is very sheer. SPF is essential and I still stress the importance of using it but if you want to go clubbing for example you aren't going to need SPF so this factor will not matter.
Read here for more information on the formula of this product.
How do I apply it?
Use a foundation brush or your fingers for best results. A sponge won't be as effective due to the formula being thinner which will cause your sponge to absorb most of the product. In all honesty I apply this with clean hands as I have found this to be the best method.
What's the perfomance like?
Like all MAC Foundations this has exceptional lasting power. I have worn it for 8+ hours and it has lasted nicely. It would certainly stand up to heavy clubbing!
What about removing it?
This comes off easily. I personally use a facial cleansing wash to take it off but use whatever method you're happy with.
How about the packaging?
This comes in a 120ML plastic bottle. It has a screw cap lid and a small nozzle to enable more control on how much product you want to extract so less waste!
Any down points?
Only in that the useability may be difficult for some people who are used to thick liquid foundations. You will find this much thinner and blends much differently to your usual liquid foundation but once you get past this, it's excellent to use.
This is also pricey but it lasts a very long time so you do get your money's worth.
Some people have also complained that this makes their shiny complexion shinier. I don't have an oily complexion but I did notice after 8 hours wear that certain areas of my face had a little shine. This was easily resolved with some blotting powder but I imagine for anyone who suffers with an oily complexion that this may be hit or miss for you.
