Vichy Dermablend Setting Powder

When it comes to skincare, French brands know their stuff and you should definitely check out brands such as Bioderma, Avene, La Roche Posay and of course, Vichy. I've tried some of their skincare which I liked and I also reviewed their Dermablend Foundation which I love! I was so excited when I was able to review the *Vichy Dermablend Setting Powder (£15) as I've heard nothing but incredible things about it.

The powder hypoallergenic, fragrance free, non-comedogenic (it doesn't sit in pores) and it contains SPF30 which is amazing! I couldn't wait to try it so I used it before taking any photographs *naughty blogger* and I am now one of those people who cannot stop raving about this setting powder.

It is a white powder but becomes colourless when blended and it comes with a sponge which I have been using but I'll have to throw it away soon as it can't really be washed or cleaned properly. The powder is designed to be used to set the Vichy Dermablend Foundations but I have been using it on any foundation or concealer I have as well as on bare, makeup free skin. The powder instantly mattifies but it doesn't highlight dryness *unless it's really bad* and it gives my skin a blurred and perfected look, who doesn't want that! They suggest to use it almost as if you are baking, by applying the powder generously with the sponge and then waiting and dusting off the excess but I've just been using it however I want - with the sponge or with a brush.

I've been using it every day I have worn makeup since I received it and I will definitely be buying another when this one runs out as it's just perfection. It sets my makeup without adding colour or coverage, it keeps my skin relatively matte for most of the day, it helps my makeup last longer, it doesn't highlight dryness and it make my skin look like it has a perfecting and blurring veil over it. A little of the powder goes a long way so I can see this tub lasting me ages and I cannot recommend it enough - you just need to buy it! Overall rating: ★★★★★, 5/5.

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Vichy Dermablend Foundation

Vichy Dermablend stick foundation is a much raved about product for it's high coverage even for burns, scars and tattoos. I've wanted to try it for a while but stick foundations tend to be cakey and heavy on my dry skin however Vichy have launched a new product which I have been loving recently! 

The *Vichy Dermablend Fluid Corrective Foundation (£18, 30ml) in the shade 05 Porcelain which is the perfect match for my super pale skin  - very impressive. The foundation claims to be high coverage, lightweight and natural looking. It also claims to have 16 hour wear! It is suitable for even the most sensitive skin types. 

The foundation shade is definitely pale enough for me and it has a yellow tint which is fantastic for covering the natural red/pink tones in my skin. The foundation is relatively easy to apply and blend with my Fancy Witch foundation brush although it takes a little longer to blend than my other foundations. The foundation doesn't highlight dryness apart from the very, very dry areas but it also doesn't make my more oily t-zone oily or greasy. It strikes the fine balance between being radiant, moisturising and covering without being oily or mask like.

The finish of this foundation on my dry, sensitive skin is gorgeous and it covers most of my redness, pores and imperfections. It lasts all day on me although on warmer days I do have to blot my t-zone with the DHC blotting papers. Although now that the colder months are here, I will have to scrub, moisturise and prep my skin very well before using this foundation but I still think I will get a lot of use out of it!

Overall, I love the travel friendly packaging, the shade match and the overall finish. The longevity is also great and it doesn't feel greasy, heavy or cakey on my skin. If you are looking for a medium-high coverage foundation that isn't mask like then definitely check this one out although if you have very very dry or flaky skin then keep in mind that you will have to prep your skin very well before using this foundation! Overall rating: ★★★★☆, 4/5. 

Have you tried anything from Vichy? Have you tried the Vichy dermablend range?

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