I think this is probably perfect for dry or mature skin types. Oily skin types that don’t like too much glow may not love it as much. Do you need to powder it? Makeup-skincare hybrid foundation instantly blurs imperfections, smooths the look of textured skin and pores, and helps conceal blemishes, dark spots, and redness. • Featuring Photochromic Technology, a “photo-friendly” powder that adjusts complexion tone in response to the intensity of light—skin never appears washed out. I absolutely love it and think it could well be my new favourite. Ever since I tested it, I have been desperate to get it on my face again!!

If you are oily, you will probably want to set this with powder. NARS Light Reflecting Foundation vs Sheer Glow I have been using a buffing brush to apply NARS Light Reflecting Foundation and I find that it melts into my skin and blends out really easily. What is the coverage like? See your skin in its best light with Light Reflecting Foundation. This innovative blend of makeup and skincare instantly blurs imperfections, smooths the look of textured skin, and helps conceal blemishes, dark spots, and redness. Visibly improves skin’s clarity after six weeks of daily use, even after makeup is removed.* Powered by advanced skincare ingredients that help defend against environmental aggressors and blue light, it immediately strengthens skin’s barrier to help maintain its moisture. Suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin. Medium, buildable coverage with a natural finish. Breathable, all-day wear. 36 shades. Makeup that looks like skin. Acts like skincare. Feels light as air. It completely covers redness and has a lovely fading effect on pigmentation, making my complexion more unified. What is the finish like?OPTIMAL DIFFUSION POWDER: Maximizes light diffusion with spherical surface powders designed to absorb and refract light for an instant blurring effect that creates a smooth, second-skin appearance. Also found in Soft Matte Complete Concealer. I have combination skin and find it really good on my skin type. I have been testing it for a while and find that I can get away without powdering which is always good news for me.

What I love about this foundation is that is keeps your skin looking just like skin, yet it is amazing for covering redness and blurring out pores, fine lines and imperfections. I wasn’t disappointed because the foundation really does give skin light. Yay! What are the shades like? CACAO PEPTIDES & MILK THISTLE: Help reduce the negative effect of blue light and other environmental stressors. I am pleased to report that I am shade Deauville, which is usually my favourite NARS shade all year round (Radiant Longwear). I should point out that I tend to only have one foundation shade as I never sunbathe, so my skin stays the same colour.I absolutely love the light that this brings to my skin. It has the most amazing glossiness, that isn’t greasy or oily, but beautifully dewy and juicy. It is really brightening, and I have skipped concealer on a few days when I haven’t been doing much. Now, because of the name, I kind of knew I was going to love the NARS Light Reflecting Foundation before I even tried it! I already really appreciate NARS’ take on skin, so I was super excited to get involved with this new launch! All in all, this is my kind of foundation, and if you love makeup with skincare, and a juicy dewy finish, I think you could love it too. Before & After Photos I’m thrilled to have been sent all the shades to share with you. Here are the swatches in the Light, Medium, Medium-Dark and Dark categories. NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation – 33 Shades Light Swatches Light Shades – NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

I am combination skin, as I said, and I have mainly been skipping powder. If I was expecting a super long day, I give it a light powder on the t-zone. I like to avoid powder for maximum dewiness. It literally melts into the skin so easily, and you can build it up without it going cakey at all. Before A blend of botanical extracts and antioxidants helps control the appearance of excess sebum to prevent shades from shifting due to oxidation. Helps defend skin from pollutants, free radicals, and blue-light exposure that can contribute to the appearance of excess sebum.* A sheer, buildable foundation with a natural-looking finish that immaculately evens skin tone. Complete with skincare benefits and the NARS Complexion Brightening Formula, it leaves skin hydrated, softer, and smoother. An artistry essential for creating a natural finish, Sheer Glow Foundation improves the skin's brightness and texture when used daily. Ideal for evening the complexion with a natural, lightweight glow. Available in 40 shades for all skin tones. Shades stay true all day with NARS’ exclusive Anti-Oxidation Complex to help prevent color shifting.Provides high-performing, full coverage that looks like skin and mimics a healthy-looking complexion with help from the skin-balancing benefits of Hydramatte Balancing Complex. It’s a medium coverage foundation, and is totally buildable without ever getting cakey. I can use one pump for my whole face, and then I just add a touch more to go over where I have extra redness and pigmentation.

BIOMIMETIC OAT: Helps to visibly improve clarity by reducing the appearance of redness, while helping to soothe and calm the look of skin. In my opinion, the new formula is a lot lighter in feel and texture and there is much more emphasis on skincare. Is it easy to apply? Yes!! I am so excited for this new foundation from NARS!! It’s promises radiance, long wear and skincare benefits too. Here’s everything you need to know about the brand new NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation. I have before and after photos and also swatches of all 33 shades! Exciting! I also have the all important ingredients lists.

Note: Pump sold separately. To confirm your perfect shade match, allow foundation to dry down on skin. Shades may vary slightly across formulas depending on coverage and finish To confirm your perfect shade match, allow foundation to dry down on skin. Please note shades may vary slightly across formulas depending on coverage and finish. A 16-hour foundation that stays turned on by the power of radiance with medium-to-full coverage and a natural finish. Longwear is finally lightweight. High coverage is now super natural-looking. Its breathable, fade-resistant formula is infused with Raspberry, Apple, and Watermelon Extracts to help smooth and improve the look of skin instantly and over time for full-powered radiance. It wears longer, stays stronger, and looks better with each hour. Specialized skin-matching technology ensures your truest match yet.