Maybelline Superstay 24hour Powder

Doesn't budge, but takes some practice – The challenge of my life has been finding a foundation that stays on my face ALL DAY and doesn’t shift or come off easily if I touch my face. Well I found it. Hallelujah! I don't recommend this if you have dry skin or fine lines, it will only dry you out even more and exaggerate lines. I have fine lines under my eyes, virtually invisible with no… Read more

make up, but impossible to ignore with this foundation. So I'd suggest not using it under the eyes and instead use a concealer.

A beauty sponge is definitely the way to go for application, a brush will only work against you.

This foundation delivers on its promise - it stays on your face. However, it is not the easiest to work with. When I use it on its own, it takes a lot of effort to get all my products working together - blush, bronzer, concealer, etc. But if I mix it with liquid pigment or another liquid foundation, it's a dream to use. I know some people think you shouldn't have to go to the effort just to have a good foundation, but it's worth it for me to not have my make-up melt off my face halfway through the day.

If you have very oily skin, this foundation will work wonders for you. I use cream bronzer and liquid blush, definitely steer clear of powder products. I don't need to use a setting powder with this foundation, I'll only use a setting spray if it's a warmer day just for my own peace of mind.

Using too much will make you look cakey, so it's better to start with a thin layer and build up. I've found it is a buildable foundation, but I get a full coverage look with just one layer. If you need to use concealer I suggest putting it on before the foundation. I usually use concealer for blemishes, but haven't needed to with this foundation, only under my eyes with no foundation on top.

If I could give any tips for using this foundation, I would definitely suggest mixing it with another liquid foundation to make the application process easier and so your other products blend well together. In any case, with this foundation I feel like I could stick my face under running water and pat it dry with a towel, and my make-up wouldn't budge. So if that's what you're after, I definitely recommend it!