I have really tried to love this product. I'd consider myself to be a Huda-ist (not sure this word exists but I think it should!) and so try and purchase every product which I convince myself to be magical, as soon as it is launched.
The Faux Filter Foundation was no exception. I bought, I tried... I never liked. First of all, it is far too thick and creamy. Unlike most foundations, it literally does what it says on the box - it adds a filter to your face without a caked - on look however; flawlessness - debatable. I never really use more than a pump of foundation anyway, and especially after watching her very honest tutorials and blog posts, I was glad that I didn't have to change this rule. I use just half a pump and even this is plenty.
Now, you're probably thinking "if this product is so great, what is the problem?" Well, for those who have not yet tried it, I can tell you that the issue that I seemed to have are the streaks across my face. Literally, as soon as I apply the product to my face and blend it in, I have orange lines running across; and this develops as the day goes on - especially in daylight - complete embarrassment! I have had laser hair removal and can happily say that make up sits a lot comfortably and perfectly, without leaving patches or covering heavy loads of facial fluffiness so I can not get my head around why the Faux Filter disagrees!
As I am all in favour of trying new things, I went and bought the primer (still giving the benefit of the doubt!) only to find that each pump of cream brings with it a drop (or two) of water. This makes the primer liquidise and more difficult to stick to the face and therefore keep the foundation on! It all seems like a vicious circle to me and there doesn't seem to be a way out of getting the best of these two products. Like all reviews are personal to the consumer, this is my very own opinion and review of the products, and unfortunately, unlike the eyeshadow palettes and liquid matte lipsticks, I cannot vouch for these two items! I also cannot help but think that Huda's awesome personality and warm character are the biggest influences - not necessarily the quality of her products and their packaging!
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| Faux Filter Foundation |
The Faux Filter Foundation was no exception. I bought, I tried... I never liked. First of all, it is far too thick and creamy. Unlike most foundations, it literally does what it says on the box - it adds a filter to your face without a caked - on look however; flawlessness - debatable. I never really use more than a pump of foundation anyway, and especially after watching her very honest tutorials and blog posts, I was glad that I didn't have to change this rule. I use just half a pump and even this is plenty.
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| Complexion Perfection |
Now, you're probably thinking "if this product is so great, what is the problem?" Well, for those who have not yet tried it, I can tell you that the issue that I seemed to have are the streaks across my face. Literally, as soon as I apply the product to my face and blend it in, I have orange lines running across; and this develops as the day goes on - especially in daylight - complete embarrassment! I have had laser hair removal and can happily say that make up sits a lot comfortably and perfectly, without leaving patches or covering heavy loads of facial fluffiness so I can not get my head around why the Faux Filter disagrees!
As I am all in favour of trying new things, I went and bought the primer (still giving the benefit of the doubt!) only to find that each pump of cream brings with it a drop (or two) of water. This makes the primer liquidise and more difficult to stick to the face and therefore keep the foundation on! It all seems like a vicious circle to me and there doesn't seem to be a way out of getting the best of these two products. Like all reviews are personal to the consumer, this is my very own opinion and review of the products, and unfortunately, unlike the eyeshadow palettes and liquid matte lipsticks, I cannot vouch for these two items! I also cannot help but think that Huda's awesome personality and warm character are the biggest influences - not necessarily the quality of her products and their packaging!
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