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Elizabeth Arden, Flawless Finish, sponge-on cream (73 toast)
HotOriginally my opinion of Sponge-on / cream make up was that it would be this thick oilpastel-esk thing that sits on top of your skin like a mask, Elizabeth Arden sure did prove me wrong. I guess I have seen too many women apply it wrong or use an entirely wrong colour. This product however is super easy to use, not at all oil-pastely, infact, application of this is so much quicker than a regular foundation… and without a doubt a FLAWLESS FINISH. My regular foundation of choice is the Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Bare Perfection Liquid foundation, in 190 Nutmeg, so I was very excited to try this new product from EA. As one of the few houses that holds colours that suit my skintone, finding yet another EA product in my colour was thrilling. Firstly the packaging is simple and stunning, the gold and mirror look holds a sense of richness, which I would be most proud to keep in my handbag. Secondly, the texture of the Cream is so silky and smooth, when touching with hands, almost as if it was a treatment more than makeup. On the Face its light, as if I don’t even have more than a moisturizer on. Application: My first touch was with my ring finger, to feel that silky smoothness mentioned. I used the sponge that comes in the compact to apply the cover to the right side of my face, and I used a foundation Brush for the left (as I am a brush girl) With the sponge I got a very light even cover, very effective, however I am lots more comfortable with a brush, so tried that, and behold… full cover yet so natural I had to basically stick my face onto the mirror to see if I had missed a spot. 8 hours later: cover is still great, still natural and radiant, I just have quite a shiney T-Panel, purely because I have combination to oily skin, and this product is aimed at combination to dry. Cons: there are only two things I can actually point out as a con, the first was the scent, on opening and during application, there is a very prominent fragrance, to me it’s a little too floral, as someone prone to migraines, certain smells act as a trigger, and the scent alone is the reason I personally would not purchase the product. Despite all the good elements, I will not spend money on a face product that I can smell. The other con was the bottom of the compact, it is made so that there is an airflow to the sponge, while I know all cream foundations do this, my concern is that bacteria can very easily get onto the sponge, and unless, like me, you have a habit of over washing/replacing sponges or brushes, using a bacteria filled sponge between the cream and your face is just not ideal. Verdict: I would definitely promote this product if you are combination to dry, and if you don’t mind the scent. Good product, great cover, easy to apply, radiant looking skin. Do make sure you sniff a tester before purchase though.
User reviews
The cream Foundation blends in perfectly with my color skin and my skin type.
my face feels flawless and when i apply the cream foundation on my face i stay mat the whole the day through out i dont have to keep running to the bathroom to check up on my make up.
it blends in perfectly with my skin.
i recommend you try it out you will not regret it, it is worth every cent.
have received dozens of compliments from family, friends and even random strangers about how luminous my skin is. the makeup is long lasting and i find that it helps my eyemake up not crease as much.
definitely a favourite for winter as my skin feels richly rewarded all day long.
Great product EA. great product indeed.
Anyway, I would recommend that you let the Cream Makeup 'dry' for about 5 minutes before applying the rest of your other makeup, because using your fingers or applying blush immediately could ruin the flawless look...I am proof of that.
With all that being said, I've learnt and now apply my other makeup 3-5 minutes after applying the foundation. I've received wonderful comments such as "Your skin looks really nice", and (as my fiance says)"Baby, you skin looks naturally flawless", and nobody has asked if i'm wearing foundation, which means Elizabeth Arden has lived up to the naming of this product *Flawless Finish*....
I know I said I wouldn't apply it daily, but I now find myself using this as part of my normal morning routine...
It proves that this product is truly exceptional, and sure is of quality.
Thanks BB and Elizabeth Arden, you guys made me Sparkle....Naturally :)
The packaging for this product is what impressed me first.Its gorgeously stylish in gold, silver and read, yet light and compact, and remained securely closed at all times,until I needed to open it.I had this in my handbag in case I needed touch ups during the day and was initially concerned it would open amidst all my handbag turbulence and coat everything in Cognac coloured foundation , but 3 cheers for EA, that never happened.
The product comes with a sponge situated below a flip up section which contains the foundation (see picture) but I didn't quite like using it since it didn't allow much control with application. Using my fingers and a foundation brush worked better. I applied it over my moisturizer and at first it looked and felt incredible. I am used to liquid foundation, so this felt very light and velvety soft to the touch. Unfortunately it didn't give me all the coverage I needed, and when I applied more with a dry sponge it ended up looking mask -like with a white overcast. Touch ups did not work so well either because of this. I have oily skin and as the day progressed the product seemed to separate from my skin due to the oiliness and crease. A dusting of powder didn't help and made matters worse.
However (and this may surprise you reader, since you probably think you know where this review is going) I would recommend this as a foundation to try – but to those who have dry/normal skin who need light coverage. I think the main reason this did not work for me is that I have problematic, oily skin and a cream foundation does not meet the requirements for tackling that. The amazing look and feel on my first application is what I think those with dry/normal skin would have for a longer period of time, but I could be wrong. I think its worth a buy and try – and if it doesn't work for you? You still end up with a pretty snazzy little compact that looks very chic ;)
The packaging is luxurious although just a box, the colours, design and glossy outer cover with bright solid red inner is truly EA high definition quality - when you open the box you notice the saying "To be beautiful is the birthright of every woman" Elizabeth Arden - already I was smiling just by the packaging and words on box without even opening the product itself, the actual product is a shiny gold and silver compact with holes at the bottom, a first that I have seen in any foundation packaging, makes me also feel healthier knowing bacteria does not have a chance with the air circulation to the sponge. When I opened the compact immediately I noticed the pleasant smell, which I liked, usually foundations smell awful. On application, gosh, it goes on so smooth, glides on actually, not hard to apply even though the sponge is harder than a brush, once applied even lightly immediately you notice flawless skin, its absolutely amazing, I have never seen this type of cover before ever!!! I love it, I use it daily and need to buy more once this is finished. You can also notice the diamond flecks in the product but which does not show on your skin like shimmer powder, its an amazing product, amazing results and I am sure all woman who invest in this product will be dramatically impressed by the results time and time again... Also it lasts all day without any oilyness or the need to reapply. Elizabeth Arden - you the best!!!
Since I can remember I have been using Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Sponge On Cream makeup, I remember how many compliments I used to get on my skin. My preferred colour is the toasty beige and just recently, the shops were out of my tone. I was devastated! Little did I know that Elizabeth Arden was improving their secret formula and changing the packaging. With a heavy heart and ghost like face, I took this as a lesson in life and focused my energy into really shining from the inside! Ha! Needless to say, my inner beauty began to dim. I was just plain cantankerous! Well, I bought some other brand…I wont say which, as it was a traumatic experience, and I made my way out of the store. This unfortunate experience left me “faceless” for about one month. My skin broke out, my face was oily and I was a complete un-beautified mess!
THEN…I heard all about it! The new Elizabeth Arden Flawless range! Not even a week of being back on my beauty drug and my skin is clear and smooth again. I have combination skin and this leaves me with limited options. All I can say is that I have been loyal to Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish since I started wearing makeup and I will continue to do so. I rely on this foundation to act as my daily moisturiser as it keeps my skin fresh all day long. Oh and how could I not mention the little secret that dazzles all girls as well as their makeup bags…the diamond finish that uses light to reflect off of your face, well lets just say that I am pretty close to eating it, just for some added inner beauty!
Being of Olive complexion it is very difficult for me to find a foundation that matches my skin tone perfectly. Never mind the change in my colouring from Winter to Summer. I approached the Elizabeth Arden counter in Edgars Tygervally with scepticism. However I found the sales ladies extremely helpful. They found my match (Toasty Beige) and gave me a brief lesson on how to apply the foundation – having only used a liquid foundation before. I tried the cream foundation the morning after I received it. The only negatives that I have to say about this product was firstly that it did not completely match my Winter skin tone (However I think it will be a perfect match come summer) and secondly that it took me a few application to get the hang of applying a cream foundation. Having said that once it was on, my face felt and looked great. My usually dry skin felt hydrated and still felt great at the end of the day.
The silver, Gold and red compact is a pleasure to carry around in your bag. It is easy to pull out and to touch up your make up without having to deal with bottles and make up all over your fingers. Which is great for any working woman. To prevent the foundation from creasing (eyelids and wrinkiles) I would recommend a translucent powder after your first application of the day. Elizabeth sells a great one for just R 270. This product has opened the door for me to try other Elizabeth Arden Products and they will be first on my list to visit when looking for make up. Thank you to Elizabeth Arden and Beauty Bulleting for giving me this opportunity.
A big THANK YOU to the BB team for choosing me, in the process helping me conquer my fears...
On the day I received my review product, I got home, followed my morning routine and then applied the new sponge-on cream makeup, my husband got home...Guess what??? He noticed the change on my face. There and there I felt this must be a product for me.
The packaging: The gold double-deck compact is luxurious, the mirror is clear, the sponge is soft and the cream foundation is smooth.
The Product: The flawless finish sponge-on cream makeup has a creamy texture and immediately diminish fine-lines, dark spots, blemishes and any discolouration giving my skin an even, radiant, flawless finish. By applying this product my skin appears smoother and all imperfections are hidden. This creamy foundation gives a full coverage that leaves my skin feeling natural and flawless. I find that while using this product I don't need to apply powder as it lasts all day and it does not fade. It gives my skin a glowing, youthful, perfectly even and professional look.
The price: This product is perfectly priced. It is worth every cent...
Conclusion: I am getting compliments about how beautiful my skin is and that makes me show off and brag about the product. I recommend the cream foundation to all ladies out there, this is a product for all the beauties. The Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Sponge-on Makeup has truly changed my perception about foundations...
Take it from a girl who has been plagued with problem skin since her early teens – being complimented on flawless skin is like striking gold!
But the process didn't start out quite as rosy. As I visited the Elizabeth Arden counter at my Edgars branch, the makeup consultant – on seeing my spotty, splotchy skin – proclaimed my skin too oily to use the Flawless Finish range. Undeterred (and rather unimpressed), I asked her to apply the foundation anyway.
The results shocked us both. I left the store feeling like a supermodel (not only because I proved her wrong). All my blemishes and uneven skin tone were seamlessly cleared away. All that was left to do was wait for my Cognac 56 tub of foundation perfection.
I will admit to shying away from heavy foundations in the past due to my temperamental complexion. I have only just started trusting BB cream to conceal my flaws and not cause a breakout.
I can honestly say though that a few weeks of wearing Flawless Finish Sponge-On Cream Makeup and my skin's condition appears to have improved. I apply the formulation over my daily Nivea Naturally Even moisturiser and the effect is luminous. My skin is left with a clean, dewy appearance that's even-toned across all areas and perfectly set throughout the day.
My usually large pores also seem much smaller, practically non-existent – something I've only ever envied in my more even-toned friends. Plus the fine sprinkling of diamonds provides a glamorous, luxurious quality that I've never experienced in any other face product before.
But I think the best compliment I received came from a male friend who hadn't seen me in about 3 weeks. Wearing just the foundation, one coat of mascara and clear lipbalm, I hadn't really made too much effort with my appearance. First he asked me what was different about me, had I been on holiday? When I said no, he remarked that my face was “glowing”. His word. And I swear he's not gay and has a girlfriend. Day made! Thanks Beauty Bulletin and Elizabeth Arden!
My perception was then challenged when I was chosen to review the Elizabeth Arden – Flawless Finish Sponge-On Cream Makeup. I was up for challenge; we were requested to select a foundation shade to match our skin type. I immediately went to Edgars for a mini makeover at the Elizabeth Arden stand. The end result was mind blowing not what I expected. My skin was left flawless and it had a natural glow (I have attached a picture). I settled for the Toasty Beige (06) as it was available in 14 different shades. Immediately when I got home people noticed the difference. I truly felt like a model.
The day I received my own Sponge-On Cream the -Toasty Beige no 06. The fun began, as I took note of the tips given to me by the Elizabeth Arden in store assistant. In addition to the sponge provided for application use I bought an additional foundation sponge to assist with the application process. I prefer to use the dry finish.
Packaging: A very fancy beauty box with the famous Elizabeth Arden Red Door wrapping. On the inside of the box the message read ‘To be beautiful is the birthright of every woman’. This product has definitely done justice to that statement.
Up’s – The product itself is quick and easy to apply. The end result is satisfying.
Down’s – The product retails for R295 bit expensive but it is worth it!
My perception was then challenged when I was chosen to review the Elizabeth Arden – Flawless Finish Sponge-On Cream Makeup. I was up for challenge; we were requested to select a foundation shade to match our skin type. I immediately went to Edgars for a mini makeover at the Elizabeth Arden stand. The end result was mind blowing not what I expected. My skin was left flawless and it had a natural glow (I have attached a picture). I settled for the Toasty Beige (06) as it was available in 14 different shades. Immediately when I got home people noticed the difference. I truly felt like a model.
The day I received my own Sponge-On Cream the -Toasty Beige no 06. The fun began, as I took note of the tips given to me by the Elizabeth Arden in store assistant. In addition to the sponge provided for application use I bought an additional foundation sponge to assist with the application process. I prefer to use the dry finish.
Packaging: A very fancy beauty box with the famous Elizabeth Arden Red Door wrapping. On the inside of the box the message read ‘To be beautiful is the birthright of every woman’. This product has definitely done justice to that statement.
Up’s – The product itself is quick and easy to apply. The end result is satisfying.
Down’s – The product retails for R295 bit expensive but it is worth it!
Being winter my skin is slightly dry at the moment, so I find this to be a perfect creamy foundation - for now. I do however wonder how it will hold up in the humid 40 degree Durban summer? I am concerned that it may be too creamy for the hotter weather & not "stay put". If anyone has used it during summer, please let me know if I am wrong, otherwise I will wait til December to find out.
The cover is fantastic, it's not too heavy & looks even & natural. I enjoy the fresh dewy glow...
I will recommend this as a winter foundation for now, and wait & see how it holds up in Summer.
Ok I'm in love with this because I usually use foundation and a matte powder but with this I didn't have to because it looked all natural!Its not cakey when applying smoothes on evenly and lasts the whole day! Usually when I'm hugging someone taller than me half my foundation ends up on them with this it didn't!I love the smell of it as well and I went to a bridal shower and was told what lovely skin I have I had to show them my secret!Some of the women where amazed that I had so much coverage without a coverstick underneath. I would definitely buy and recommend this product because its true to its name a flawless finish most certainly!No orange tint in it like the other brands have!Super plus from me!
Its sheerness, lightness, & overall coverage is pure perfection but then again I would not expect any less from Elizabeth Arden!
I must admit wearing make up is not an everyday thing for me but I could do this product everyday esp with all the compliments I get!
Its sheer radiance & glow that it gives your skin makes you feel like a million dollars & the fact that you are practically wearing diamonds on your skin is awesome!
The colour suited my skin impeccably & the application process is a breeze! The packaging is fit for royalty! I Love the case it comes in!
Its definitely worth the spoil & I would not mind paying the R295 for the quality you get.
I recieved my BLING and i am loving it.the make up blends in with my skin color and glides on my skin perfectly.my skin feels smooth and applying it just makes my skin GLOW and makes me feel sooooo good.
i would recommend you give the product a try , you will not regret it.the foundation just you a fresh and dazzling look.the foundation accomodates everyone and is available in 14 shades for diffrent color skins.
go and get you BLING, you just got to have the luxuois Diamond foundation.:-)
Having slightly problematic skin, with hyperpigmentation and spots (as well as a few holes)resulting from teenage acne being the most difficult to conceal, I have tried many high end products to aid me in achieving a flawless complexion. Although a few of these products provided effective coverage I struggled to find a product which, in addition to adequately concealing my skins imperfections, would also reveal a radiant complexion. This was however, before I tried Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Sponge–On Cream Makeup.
Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Sponge–On Cream Makeup has a velvety texture; gliding smoothly onto my skin (the applicator is magnificently soft). It feels luscious and light on my skin whilst still achieving effective coverage. It also has a rich moisturizing effect that allows me to go a bit lighter on my day cream and sunscreen, which is in stark contrast to my previous experience during which my skin felt tight and dry post makeup application (begging for more moisturiser). I found it to be long wearing, rarely requiring a touch up. The cream makeup sets with a luxurious finish that leaves my face feeling like it’s been treated to a light-as-air caramel skin soufflé. Most importantly for me, the end result was a natural, dewy complexion which was free of imperfections, something I have desired since my teenage years. I have used the makeup without a finishing powder for a dewy look during the day and with a dusting of finishing powder at night when I desired a more matt appearance. Either way, my skin was left looking beautifully radiant, as was confirmed by the numerous compliments I received since I began using the product.
Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Sponge–On Cream Makeup has earned pride of place in my make-up stash. The flawless, even toned and radiant complexion it leaves me with has lent me a new-found confidence and ensures I never have to worry about my makeup looking unnatural or grey on my skin. The extensive range of colours included one that was a perfect match for my skin, which is usually difficult for women with dark skin to find.
For any woman trying to find the perfect balance between effective coverage and a natural radiance Elizabeth Ardens’ Flawless Finish Sponge–On Cream Makeup is the product for you. Give it a try, you will not be disappointed.
I have been using it everyday since it arrived.
I am enjoying applying it very much, it glides on perfectly with the sponge that comes in the compact.
The coverage is gorgeous and although it feels light it gives such great coverage, and lasts all day with a sprinkling of powder over it
The packaging is so lady like and glamorous.
I will use this product again
I love the color, spice it is warm and rich.The product is as the name suggests
flawless, the finish is flawless, and people at work say "what have you done to your face its looking so beautiful." But they can't make out it's foundation I'm wearing. That's exactly what its feels like a second skin. And, it kinda the look I always wanted to achieve.
And Joseph is kinda biased and says I look "number one".
It's feels a lot drier compared to my Elizabeth Arden ceramide range, whose foundation I wear in same color. But on my skin it's dead give away cause of the oily look. Whereas with "Flawless Finish" , I love the even, toned, like invisible finish. I'm so in love with the packaging. Best container from all my Elizabeth Arden range of productsthat I wear daily.
Thanks Beauty Bulletin.
People have noticed that my make-up looks smoother and questioned what I am using :-) It really does look and makes you feel like a million buck! The packaging on its own makes you feel special. It glides on smoothly with an even finish. I really like this product, however it would be even better if it was a stay-fast version.
So what's new about the Flawless Finish Sponge on Makeup?
The new and improved sponge on foundation includes diamonds to reflect light, the foundation instantly diminish discolourations and fine lines to-give you a perfectly even and radiant finish that lasts 12 hours.
Diamonds in a foundation? Yes you read right! This amazing Flawless Finish Sponge on Makeup uses mirconized diamond powder. Which makes the foundation an amazing light-reflecting foundation, which manipulates and scatters the light to diffuse the look of imperfections giving you a flawless, radiant finish. Mainly because the secret to flawless skin is the amount of light that bounces off the surface.
This wonder foundation has everything we looking for, like:
Radiance-boosting benefits
Improved complexion-perfecting ingredients
Moisturising properties
A natural luminous finish that lasts all day
Thanks to this revolutionary Sponge On Makeup, "flawless" is just a step away. This creamy foundation is super moisturising on skin and gives a medium to full coverage. The creamy foundation blends into skin effortlessly giving skin a smooth and glowing complexion.
Thanks to this amazing formula, one swipe of this creamy foundation, will instantly diminish:
Fine lines
Pores
Blemishes
Scars
Dark Spots
The Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Makeup has two main key ingredients which give skin the perfect look, you've always wanted. Which are:
Micronized Diamond Powder: Made of real diamonds, this formula reflects light rather than absorbing it. The result? Immediate reduction in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and skin imperfections.
Soft Focus Microspheres: Light-diffusing particles perfect the look of skin by bending and refracting light. The result is similar to that of a soft focus on a camera – instantly diminishing the look of fine lines, pores, blemishes, scars and dark spots to leave you with a radiant, smooth and youthful glow.
The best part of doing this review, is doing research on the product, I was so impressed to find out that Elizabeth Arden had conducted a test in the US, over two weeks with 105 women.
The results were :
- 94% of women felt that the makeup was suitable for their skin type.
- 95% of women with sensitive skin indicated that the makeup was suitable for them.
- 80% of women said that it immediately concealed spots, discoloration and pigmentation.
- 88% of women said that the color stayed true all day.
- 91% of women felt that the product blended evenly.
- 85% of women saw that it provided a radiant finish.
- 3 out of 4 women saw a reduction in the appearance of pores.
My Review on the Product
I was absolutely excited that I had gotten the chance to review the new and amazing Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Foundation. A big thank you to the lovely ladies at Beauty Bulletin for giving me a chance to review this amazing foundation.
As soon as I held the sealed box on my hands, the words classic, classy, sophisticated, rich and exotic came to mind. Mainly because the box is a classic gold and silver box with the original and unforgettable "Red Door" logo imprinted on the box. Both the Red Door logo and the Elizabeth Arden name were embossed into the box, while the box had a glossy silky feel. The top of the box was sealed with a clear sticker which stated the colour, mine is Toast 73.
As soon as I opened the top of the box, the inside of the flap was bright red, and contained a note which stated: " To be beautiful is the birthright of every woman. Elizabeth Arden", after reading that quote... it put a smile to my face and actually made my day! I thought how true it was, and how lucky we are as women to experience some of the most amazing gifts God has to offer. As I removed the compact from the box, I gasped at how absolutely beautiful this compact was, my eyes probably widened as I was lost in my fantasy of finding the perfect foundation.
The compact was a shimmering and shiny gold compact, while the front of the compact had a large silver plate, with the Red Door logo. The large silver plate was like a frosted mirror, enough to see your reflection, just not crystal clear. Just by looking at the compact, it gave me a feeling that the product I was about to try was really luxurious and amazing.
As I opened the compact, I noticed the "Elizabeth Arden" engraving near the opening, classic... very classic look! Once the compact opened, there it was... I could feel heaven so close to me, it wasn't even funny! The mirror reflected my excited face, while the silky smooth flawless foundation screamed to be tried on.
As I opened the second deck of the foundation, I noticed a super soft sponge applicator which I knew would give me a perfect, flawless finish. There's one thing I really liked about this compact is that the mirror to apply the foundation when you're on the go is on top, normally on double deck compacts, the mirror is on the bottom of the deck, which means you have to keep flipping back and forth just to apply foundation, thanks to Elizabeth Arden, you don't have to!
I've been using the foundation every morning for four days now, I seriously can't believe I've been living without this amazing product for so many years! I read on the Elizabeth Arden Website how to apply the foundation. Elizabeth Arden’s Global Makeup Artist, Rebecca Restrepo stated that if you want full coverage, apply with a dry sponge. For a sheerer finish, simply wet the sponge to thin out the texture. You'll quickly find the right coverage level for you and it's great to have options.
After the HUGE excitement build up, I was ready to apply my Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Makeup, I applied moisturiser first and applied my foundation with a wet sponge applicator, as I dipped the sponge into the foundation, I watched the texture of the product, as soon as I applied the foundation to my face I could feel a lovely smooth and silky texture which was gently smoothing over my imperfections, and giving me the most amazing look ever.
This foundation cream is quite a good texture, and gives a medium to full coverage, even when using the wet sponge applicator, I found the coverage to be very good rather than sheer, I was lost for words. I have very oily skin, so I dusted my skin with the Elizabeth Arden Bare Finish Powder. As I looked in the mirror, I noticed that my imperfections had vanished, while my pores hadn't looked so large, I could notice a much more flawless look, than with the other foundations I've used.
I would have to admit, I was very impressed with the sponge applicator as well, the applicator was super soft (softer than any other sponge applicator I've tried), plus even if you use the sponge wet or dry, it gives an amazing look. Once I was complete with my make up, I felt like my make up had been applied by a professional, it was absolutely dewy, looked fresh and my face was glowing.
Everybody know the saying diamonds are forever? This is why the amazing Flawless Finish Sponge On Makeup lasts up to 12 hours on my face, without fading, turning grey or rubbing off onto clothes. The entire day I didn't need any touch ups, because this foundation was simply amazing, it gives skin quite a natural look which I really love.
The foundation comes in 14 shades, which are perfect for almost any skin tone, from the 14 shades, five shades of the foundation have been created to accommodate darker skin tones.
The foundation is available in the following shades:
Vanilla
Warm Sunbeige
Beige
Perfect Beige
Cognac
Honey Beige
Toasty Beige
Spice
Cocoa
Toast
Chestnut
Deep Amber
Mahogany
Toffee
PRO's and CON's
PRO's
Luxurious compact which is made for convenience
Compact includes a mirror
Compact has a sponge which applies make up professionally
The foundation gives a medium to full coverage
The foundation can be used with a wet or dry sponge applicator
The foundation gives skin a dewy and fresh look
The foundation hides all imperfections
The foundation gives skin a glowing look
The foundation lasts 12 hours on skin
The foundation doesn't fade
You can get a professional look in your own home.
The foundation is moisturising, especially for dry skin.
The foundation can be built on skin, from sheer coverage to full.
The foundation is available in 14 shades, including new shades
The foundation happens to be Elizabeth Arden's best selling foundation
The foundation is absolutely luxurious
Contains a grid at the bottom of the compact to allow sponge applicator to dry, if you've used the applicator wet.
You're getting your money's worth
CON's
There are NO con's at all! The foundation retails for R295, which you may think is a con, until you've tried it, although it may be out of budget... It's worth every single rand! It's a promise, once you've tried the Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Makeup,you won't go back!
I would really recommend you give this product a try, even if its out of your budget, save some money and purchase it, or splurge and purchase it, because every women deserves to have this Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Sponge on Makeup in her make up bag! It's an amazing product and is here to stay, if luxurious texture with perfecting minerals is what you're looking for, then this foundation is for you. It smooths out imperfections, gives skin a beautiful even skin tone, with a dazzling and radiant look, as strange as it may sound, this foundation gives skin a "photoshop" finish which is flawless and illuminated. Plus the compact is so easy to use and hassle free and is basically all you need to perfect your make up, even Global Makeup Artist Rebecca Restrepo said "Someone once told me solids travel better than liquids, so now I never go anywhere without my Flawless Finish Sponge On Cream Makeup. Provides as much coverage as I need, without a mess in my make up bag". It will transform the way you see foundations, it's a promise. So to all my beautiful ladies, please try this amazing foundation, I promise you won't go wrong, plus every girl deserves diamonds in her life!
So what's new about the Flawless Finish Sponge on Makeup?
The new and improved sponge on foundation includes diamonds to reflect light, the foundation instantly diminish discolourations and fine lines to-give you a perfectly even and radiant finish that lasts 12 hours.
Diamonds in a foundation? Yes you read right! This amazing Flawless Finish Sponge on Makeup uses mirconized diamond powder. Which makes the foundation an amazing light-reflecting foundation, which manipulates and scatters the light to diffuse the look of imperfections giving you a flawless, radiant finish. Mainly because the secret to flawless skin is the amount of light that bounces off the surface.
This wonder foundation has everything we looking for, like:
Radiance-boosting benefits
Improved complexion-perfecting ingredients
Moisturising properties
A natural luminous finish that lasts all day
Thanks to this revolutionary Sponge On Makeup, "flawless" is just a step away. This creamy foundation is super moisturising on skin and gives a medium to full coverage. The creamy foundation blends into skin effortlessly giving skin a smooth and glowing complexion.
Thanks to this amazing formula, one swipe of this creamy foundation, will instantly diminish:
Fine lines
Pores
Blemishes
Scars
Dark Spots
The Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Makeup has two main key ingredients which give skin the perfect look, you've always wanted. Which are:
Micronized Diamond Powder: Made of real diamonds, this formula reflects light rather than absorbing it. The result? Immediate reduction in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and skin imperfections.
Soft Focus Microspheres: Light-diffusing particles perfect the look of skin by bending and refracting light. The result is similar to that of a soft focus on a camera – instantly diminishing the look of fine lines, pores, blemishes, scars and dark spots to leave you with a radiant, smooth and youthful glow.
The best part of doing this review, is doing research on the product, I was so impressed to find out that Elizabeth Arden had conducted a test in the US, over two weeks with 105 women.
The results were :
- 94% of women felt that the makeup was suitable for their skin type.
- 95% of women with sensitive skin indicated that the makeup was suitable for them.
- 80% of women said that it immediately concealed spots, discoloration and pigmentation.
- 88% of women said that the color stayed true all day.
- 91% of women felt that the product blended evenly.
- 85% of women saw that it provided a radiant finish.
- 3 out of 4 women saw a reduction in the appearance of pores.
My Review on the Product
I was absolutely excited that I had gotten the chance to review the new and amazing Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Foundation. A big thank you to the lovely ladies at Beauty Bulletin for giving me a chance to review this amazing foundation.
As soon as I held the sealed box on my hands, the words classic, classy, sophisticated, rich and exotic came to mind. Mainly because the box is a classic gold and silver box with the original and unforgettable "Red Door" logo imprinted on the box. Both the Red Door logo and the Elizabeth Arden name were embossed into the box, while the box had a glossy silky feel. The top of the box was sealed with a clear sticker which stated the colour, mine is Toast 73.
As soon as I opened the top of the box, the inside of the flap was bright red, and contained a note which stated: " To be beautiful is the birthright of every woman. Elizabeth Arden", after reading that quote... it put a smile to my face and actually made my day! I thought how true it was, and how lucky we are as women to experience some of the most amazing gifts God has to offer. As I removed the compact from the box, I gasped at how absolutely beautiful this compact was, my eyes probably widened as I was lost in my fantasy of finding the perfect foundation.
The compact was a shimmering and shiny gold compact, while the front of the compact had a large silver plate, with the Red Door logo. The large silver plate was like a frosted mirror, enough to see your reflection, just not crystal clear. Just by looking at the compact, it gave me a feeling that the product I was about to try was really luxurious and amazing.
As I opened the compact, I noticed the "Elizabeth Arden" engraving near the opening, classic... very classic look! Once the compact opened, there it was... I could feel heaven so close to me, it wasn't even funny! The mirror reflected my excited face, while the silky smooth flawless foundation screamed to be tried on.
As I opened the second deck of the foundation, I noticed a super soft sponge applicator which I knew would give me a perfect, flawless finish. There's one thing I really liked about this compact is that the mirror to apply the foundation when you're on the go is on top, normally on double deck compacts, the mirror is on the bottom of the deck, which means you have to keep flipping back and forth just to apply foundation, thanks to Elizabeth Arden, you don't have to!
I've been using the foundation every morning for four days now, I seriously can't believe I've been living without this amazing product for so many years! I read on the Elizabeth Arden Website how to apply the foundation. Elizabeth Arden’s Global Makeup Artist, Rebecca Restrepo stated that if you want full coverage, apply with a dry sponge. For a sheerer finish, simply wet the sponge to thin out the texture. You'll quickly find the right coverage level for you and it's great to have options.
After the HUGE excitement build up, I was ready to apply my Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Makeup, I applied moisturiser first and applied my foundation with a wet sponge applicator, as I dipped the sponge into the foundation, I watched the texture of the product, as soon as I applied the foundation to my face I could feel a lovely smooth and silky texture which was gently smoothing over my imperfections, and giving me the most amazing look ever.
This foundation cream is quite a good texture, and gives a medium to full coverage, even when using the wet sponge applicator, I found the coverage to be very good rather than sheer, I was lost for words. I have very oily skin, so I dusted my skin with the Elizabeth Arden Bare Finish Powder. As I looked in the mirror, I noticed that my imperfections had vanished, while my pores hadn't looked so large, I could notice a much more flawless look, than with the other foundations I've used.
I would have to admit, I was very impressed with the sponge applicator as well, the applicator was super soft (softer than any other sponge applicator I've tried), plus even if you use the sponge wet or dry, it gives an amazing look. Once I was complete with my make up, I felt like my make up had been applied by a professional, it was absolutely dewy, looked fresh and my face was glowing.
Everybody know the saying diamonds are forever? This is why the amazing Flawless Finish Sponge On Makeup lasts up to 12 hours on my face, without fading, turning grey or rubbing off onto clothes. The entire day I didn't need any touch ups, because this foundation was simply amazing, it gives skin quite a natural look which I really love.
The foundation comes in 14 shades, which are perfect for almost any skin tone, from the 14 shades, five shades of the foundation have been created to accommodate darker skin tones.
The foundation is available in the following shades:
Vanilla
Warm Sunbeige
Beige
Perfect Beige
Cognac
Honey Beige
Toasty Beige
Spice
Cocoa
Toast
Chestnut
Deep Amber
Mahogany
Toffee
PRO's and CON's
PRO's
Luxurious compact which is made for convenience
Compact includes a mirror
Compact has a sponge which applies make up professionally
The foundation gives a medium to full coverage
The foundation can be used with a wet or dry sponge applicator
The foundation gives skin a dewy and fresh look
The foundation hides all imperfections
The foundation gives skin a glowing look
The foundation lasts 12 hours on skin
The foundation doesn't fade
You can get a professional look in your own home.
The foundation is moisturising, especially for dry skin.
The foundation can be built on skin, from sheer coverage to full.
The foundation is available in 14 shades, including new shades
The foundation happens to be Elizabeth Arden's best selling foundation
The foundation is absolutely luxurious
Contains a grid at the bottom of the compact to allow sponge applicator to dry, if you've used the applicator wet.
You're getting your money's worth
CON's
There are NO con's at all! The foundation retails for R295, which you may think is a con, until you've tried it, although it may be out of budget... It's worth every single rand! It's a promise, once you've tried the Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Makeup,you won't go back!
I would really recommend you give this product a try, even if its out of your budget, save some money and purchase it, or splurge and purchase it, because every women deserves to have this Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Sponge on Makeup in her make up bag! It's an amazing product and is here to stay, if luxurious texture with perfecting minerals is what you're looking for, then this foundation is for you. It smooths out imperfections, gives skin a beautiful even skin tone, with a dazzling and radiant look, as strange as it may sound, this foundation gives skin a "photoshop" finish which is flawless and illuminated. Plus the compact is so easy to use and hassle free and is basically all you need to perfect your make up, even Global Makeup Artist Rebecca Restrepo said "Someone once told me solids travel better than liquids, so now I never go anywhere without my Flawless Finish Sponge On Cream Makeup. Provides as much coverage as I need, without a mess in my make up bag". It will transform the way you see foundations, it's a promise. So to all my beautiful ladies, please try this amazing foundation, I promise you won't go wrong, plus every girl deserves diamonds in her life!
You don't need powder to set this foundation. Spritz your skin with Vichy skin mist to ensure that you look glowing and flawless.
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