Miracle! - MaxFactor Review

Afternoon all,

Ever find yourself in one of those situations where you're in town waiting for someone but they're running late/missed their bus/cancelled so you have a lot of time to kill? Yes? Well be careful, you are in danger.
Don't worry, I'm not talking about physical danger. I'm talking about 'Buying Crap You Don't Need' danger (BCYDN Syndrome).

My makeup collection is extensive. Always loved makeup and when I was accepted to study Makeup Artistry, I went into a frenzied state of buying more. Expensive yes, do I regret it? No.
My foundation collection alone is quite impressive - mousses, liquids, sprays... So I have no need to buy any more. I've told myself for months, "wait until you have finished at least one bottle of foundation before you buy another". BCYDN Ellie did not listen on this occasion.

Waltzing around town, I wandered into a very popular cosmetics & pharmaceutical store, only to wind up along the makeup aisle (as per). Usually I head towards the lesser used and cheaper brands but something caught my eye.

This little beauty.

                                                                    

Intrigued by the "Liquid Illusion", I thought I'd test it. The instant I smoothed a sample on my wrist, I was hooked. Had to buy it. Five minutes later, it's nestled safely in my handbag.

Costing £12.99 - more than what I would usually pay but still a good price if you consider the range of foundations amongst the well-known brands.

The foundation comes in a compact, no bigger than the palm of your hand and comes with a sponge applicator (always handy!).
There are six shades available (left to right); Bronze, Creamy Ivory, Warm Almond, Natural, Golden and Blushing Beige.

Being fair skinned, I chose Creamy Ivory and matched my skin tone really well.

I naturally have dark circles under my eyes no matter what I try. To cover this up, I would normally apply a concealer of some kind before my foundation... No longer needed!
This 'solid to liquid' formula provides enough cover itself, I didn't need concealer. Dipping my sponge applicator gently into the foundation (bonus not having to apply lots!), the formula created a lightweight yet flawless finish and my dark circles were gone!
I've done a full day at work, walked around town in my lunch hour and been to the dentist. When I returned home, I was pleasantly surprised to see my foundation still in good condition. Doesn't look oily or worn out, still gives a glow to under my eyes.

Highly recommend trying a 'tester' in the shops, you won't be disappointed.
Safe to say (when I do run out of my other foundations), I will be purchasing this item again!

Hope you have a nice day!

Love love xxx