L'Oreal True Match Liquid Foundation Ivory Rose

I heard good reviews about the true color match this foundation provides and went to the virtual try-on section on their website - which is so cool! With 40 shades to choose from, it was tricky, but I felt the closest match for my olive skin tone was 6.5W Golden Toffee. First off, the packaging is great, in a glass bottle with a pump dispenser, meaning you can’t easily waste the product. I have to say, true to its name, the color did perfectly match my skin tone, I was surprised! However, I didn’t really like the look of this foundation on my skin. I usually moisturize and prime my skin before application, and using a foundation brush, I applied this to my skin. I noticed immediately that it was very patchy, and I couldn’t patch up the areas of my face, to achieve ... MoreI heard good reviews about the true color match this foundation provides and went to the virtual try-on section on their website - which is so cool! With 40 shades to choose from, it was tricky, but I felt the closest match for my olive skin tone was 6.5W Golden Toffee. First off, the packaging is great, in a glass bottle with a pump dispenser, meaning you can’t easily waste the product. I have to say, true to its name, the color did perfectly match my skin tone, I was surprised! However, I didn’t really like the look of this foundation on my skin. I usually moisturize and prime my skin before application, and using a foundation brush, I applied this to my skin. I noticed immediately that it was very patchy, and I couldn’t patch up the areas of my face, to achieve the uniform look I was aiming for. It also seeped into pores and I felt like it would cause my skin to break out… I just didn’t like having this on my face and decided to wash it off completely. The liquid is also very runny and the scent chemical-like. I won’t be trying this a second time. -- My Top 10 Beauty Must-Haves

Disappointed

Really disappointed with this Foundation, I bought it based on the reviews. Unfortunately there are alot of negatives to this foundation. Firstly it looks so dry on the skin and emphasises every line and pore, making them look alot worse! Secondly it just sits on the skin, it wipes off easily and doesn't blend well. Lastly this becomes blotchy after awhile and gives the skin a weird texture. Overall this is a waste of money for me, a foundation is supposed to freshen up your skin not make you look like a leather hangbag

Great new formula but tricky to shade match

I love the texture and feeling of the new formula. It is very moisturizing and flattering. Trying to match my old shade has been tricky. I used to use 2N so it recommended 2.5N in the new formula but it was too pale for my skin. I bought 3N thinking it would be perfect but it was significantly darker and didn’t work. I’m mixing them right now but I hope I can find the right shade eventually.

Love it

I have been using Este Lauder Double Wear for many years & wanted a change. Tried this after reading reviews & was pleasantly surprised. It looks lighter & fresher on my face than the Double Wear but the coverage is just as good. I have a few large dark spots due to not using SPF when younger & it covers these well. I use a light translucent powder over the top & a setting spray & my makeup looks good all day. Good choice of colours & a much lower cost than I usually pay. I haven't been using it long enough to see any difference in my skin but I am very happy with the product.

Lovely shade but dries out quickly

I bought linen hoping it would be close to the old No7 calico and to be honest I found the shade better. However it sank right into my pores and creases and dried my skin out. I tried this one with a few different moisturiser and primer combos hoping to get it to work for me. Even tried mixing with a little of other foundations. No joy unfortunately. If you’ve got decent skin and want solid coverage then this is for you though.

Miss the old formula!

I was not happy to see that my go to foundation had changed after years of happy use, but thought I would get the (supposed) match to my color which was N1. When I got home, it was very clear that the colors were completely different, but since I was devoted to this foundation, I thought I would try to mix what was left of my old bottle with the new shade and then gradually transition. While the mix lasted, it seemed to work ok, but as soon as I had to transition to the new foundation alone, I noticed I stated getting dry patches on my face, and particularly in the corners of my eyes. It actually reminded me of when I took Accutane years ago to clear up my acne. So very very drying! And when I try to gently remove the dry skin, it is red and raw underneath. So I am ... MoreI was not happy to see that my go to foundation had changed after years of happy use, but thought I would get the (supposed) match to my color which was N1. When I got home, it was very clear that the colors were completely different, but since I was devoted to this foundation, I thought I would try to mix what was left of my old bottle with the new shade and then gradually transition. While the mix lasted, it seemed to work ok, but as soon as I had to transition to the new foundation alone, I noticed I stated getting dry patches on my face, and particularly in the corners of my eyes. It actually reminded me of when I took Accutane years ago to clear up my acne. So very very drying! And when I try to gently remove the dry skin, it is red and raw underneath. So I am very sad as I will now have to try to find a new foundation after years of being happy with this one :(

Not a fan.

Terrible changing of the product. I was in love with the original foundation and had been buying it for 2 years. And now they changed it??? What used to be a dream product with the perfect shade, consistency, and natural look is a joke. It’s oily, not natural looking, and these new shades are ridiculous. I used to wear the shade N5.5 perfect beige and it’s not even an option to try and see your new shade!! This was L’oréal’s biggest mistake. I cant believe I won’t be able to get an amazing product anymore. This is the worst “improvement” of a product. Why they changed it I don’t know. I’m begging. Please change it back!!! Or at least bring back the old consistency and shades back. Terrible “upgrade” of a product. Super disappointing and I would give it zero stars if ... MoreTerrible changing of the product. I was in love with the original foundation and had been buying it for 2 years. And now they changed it??? What used to be a dream product with the perfect shade, consistency, and natural look is a joke. It’s oily, not natural looking, and these new shades are ridiculous. I used to wear the shade N5.5 perfect beige and it’s not even an option to try and see your new shade!! This was L’oréal’s biggest mistake. I cant believe I won’t be able to get an amazing product anymore. This is the worst “improvement” of a product. Why they changed it I don’t know. I’m begging. Please change it back!!! Or at least bring back the old consistency and shades back. Terrible “upgrade” of a product. Super disappointing and I would give it zero stars if I could.

Substitute for No7 custom blend calico

If you used to use no7 custom blend foundation in Calico this one is a good match in porcelain. I blend this with collection lasting perfection glow foundation to get it to be slightly thicker (1 part glow foundation to 3 parts true match). I have oily, blemished skin with large pores and I doesn't make blemishes or pores look worse. I use body shop seaweed oil control gel and then Estée Lauder the smoother primer underneath as it does need something to help it set if you have oily skin, but with these underneath it works a treat. I wear glasses and it does leave nose marks but I find I can just blend these in with my finger or a sponge and it's like normal again. If you don't mind a slight bit of touching up (I prefer that, it looks natural rather than make up you ... MoreIf you used to use no7 custom blend foundation in Calico this one is a good match in porcelain. I blend this with collection lasting perfection glow foundation to get it to be slightly thicker (1 part glow foundation to 3 parts true match). I have oily, blemished skin with large pores and I doesn't make blemishes or pores look worse. I use body shop seaweed oil control gel and then Estée Lauder the smoother primer underneath as it does need something to help it set if you have oily skin, but with these underneath it works a treat. I wear glasses and it does leave nose marks but I find I can just blend these in with my finger or a sponge and it's like normal again. If you don't mind a slight bit of touching up (I prefer that, it looks natural rather than make up you have to take off every time you get a slight mark in it) then this is a good one.

Super blendable and a lovely finish

I was keen to try this for days when i wanted a little more coverage, but still wanted something that felt light on the skin. This foundation is so easy to blend into the skin, the shade vanilla matched me perfectly. I use my fingers to apply like a moisturiser and then just buff in with a kabuki brush. This gives a lovely finish, not too matte. It doesn't slide off through the day or crack or sink into lines and makes my skin look lovely, really impressed!

What's not to love apart from it being a bit runny

I absolutely love this foundation, that is why I had to comment. I've been using this for a few years now out all the foundations I have used over 20 years of using foundations I think I've used every single one on the market lol. This one does it for me; reason being is that I've got a very funny shade when it comes to my skin tone I'm neither light skin black or dark skin its like I'm a few shades on the in-between. I find that this foundation I use either toffee shade or noisette shade which is as close as it gets to my shade but even still it can be tricky. So what I do is tend to do is mix a second foundation by loreal which is called L'Oréal oxygen foundation now this one I absolute wish I bought years ago because this foundation sticks to the brush no drip. ... MoreI absolutely love this foundation, that is why I had to comment. I've been using this for a few years now out all the foundations I have used over 20 years of using foundations I think I've used every single one on the market lol. This one does it for me; reason being is that I've got a very funny shade when it comes to my skin tone I'm neither light skin black or dark skin its like I'm a few shades on the in-between. I find that this foundation I use either toffee shade or noisette shade which is as close as it gets to my shade but even still it can be tricky. So what I do is tend to do is mix a second foundation by loreal which is called L'Oréal oxygen foundation now this one I absolute wish I bought years ago because this foundation sticks to the brush no drip. It perfectly blends the other L'Oréal right into my face looking like a perfect even canvas. I'm in love what can I say and since I tend to wear my make up a little on the heavier side but narrow it down with loose setting powder it doesn't look like I'm wearing much atall. So thank you L'Oréal