Breathable Foundation 15 ml, Beige

I like it. I won't write about what makes it good or bad (other reviewers have got that covered). But I just want to make a few notes. - My Loreal True Match shades are W5 and W6 (or a mix of the two depending on the season). I found that Oxygenetix Beige works well for me. - I hadn't gone in for a color match so I had purchased Honey and Almond earlier (both were way too dark for me). I noticed that the darker the shade, the thicker the formula. - Reasonably buildable - Quite dewey; I've found it useful to use a loose silica or mineral setting powder to create a more matte look and minimize transfer/sliding. - I generally need about 2 pumps (when I'm well exfoliated and my skin is in good condition) and 3 pumps (when I have more hyperpigmentation/blemishes). Each pump is less than pea-sized... it's closer to a corn kernel? - I used to use wedge makeup sponges with the liquid Loreal True Match and other more liquidy foundations. I switched to using my fingers and then finally to a foundation brush for the Oxygenetix, which is thicker. - I use the Oxygenetix moisturizer, which works nicely with the foundation, but I don't think it's strictly necessary. I only have to wait a minute or two before applying the foundation. But if your moisturizer tends to be very wet, I'd recommend letting it absorb into your skin a while longer before application. - One 15ml tube lasted me about 7 weeks where I used it about 5-6 days a week. - Some people mention problems with the pump. A few times, I thought I was having the same problem but it worked again when I tightened the top. This is not to say others' pump problems weren't due to actual defects - but this was just my experience.

My "better" foundation is the Oxygenetix Oxygenating foundation, and I had been using the Smashbox BB Cream as an everyday alternative. I got a sample of this and liked the coverage. A little of this really does go a long way. That said, you have to make sure you start with very well hydrated skin or I've found the application isn't as smooth (sometimes even have to add moisturizer after applying). This isn't a full coverage foundation, but helps make your skin look better and I feel like has more coverage than the Smashbox. Its not cheap, but a little really does go a long way and so as an everyday foundation I am currently a fan.

I find that beige and taupe oxidize a lot. I bought Opal instead and it only oxidizes a little and matches my skin pretty well. Don't expect coverage like what MAC can give you. It's light but somewhat buildable. I use my beauty blender with it and it works pretty well. The best part is that I never breakout from this. I have REALLY sensitive skin and get a rash from most things. With my MAC foundation I break out like crazy but with Oxygenetix I can feel safe if I'm too lazy to take it off before bed. I'm getting rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty soon so this will definitely come in handy!

This seemed spendy to me. But it was my hopes that using good makeup would lead me to having better skin, & therefore over time I would be having to use less & less. I suffer from breakouts & was always combating acne, to dry irritated skin. I went through my first bottle rather quickly, due to having to layer to cover all of my imperfections. I am on my 2nd bottle and I can now say that I can now use this product lightly due to having great skin! My skin is not only clearer, but looks & feels so much younger! Another perk, I have found no need to wear powder with this foundation! :)

While I love this product the pump for the container for the second time has failed to work even after following the instructions by the customer service department. The cost is well worth it but to have to shake out the cream is unacceptable.... not once but TWICE...