I bought the Amore Pacific CC compact and I absolutely fell in love with it and have repurchased it a few times. My website Kimmie is wonderful and my foundation is on the way! Review of this formula in its new shade soon! 1 is Kanebo Sensai Fluid Finish. Yes, I admit it, I am guilty of serial monogamy in the foundation department, with a long list of passionate affairs (besides, I indulge in 'harems' of multiple-bottles-of-the-same-shade, in paranoia that my latest fave going to be suddently discontinued). I fully concede that this blog is a dangerous place if you have a penchant for high-end foundations because, like you, I have tried and loved a copious amount of formulas over the years and have channeled this experience into my writing to help (or enable!) For a quick application, Dior Airflash is a veritable flash, but when I want to take my time, I might select the Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer or another cream base that requires thorough blending. Email: [email protected] I love the idea of a long-wearing, yet natural-looking foundation (it's such a rarity to have both features combined), and am tempted to try the KS! well. Have a great week ahead! but am glad to know this may be similar if you have been looking for a replacement. I do have oily skin and need something long lasting( I work 12hour shifts). Also the primer that I use is the new Anthelios primer/SPF 50 sunscreen and it is truly fabulous! All of these shades fall in the NC 23-35 rangefrom top to bottom: Thrilled to hear this! So good to hear from you, Ellen! I am indeed looking for a HG foundation and are hoping you might be able to suggest one or couple different options. The Dim Light is much too dark for my skin now. When I did a little research I found that they were pulled by the FDA due to the ingredients, have you heard anything about this? I am hoping that is indeed the case and will definitely be first in line when the new formula finally makes it way back into stores. Hello! Yes I was definitley thinking natural beige or warm beige as well. I am never disappointed with the application! In turn, the new formulation will be identical in terms of shades and texture but will not contain the nominal amount of sunscreen like the original formula. Above: At the end of an 8 hour teaching daythis formula holds up remarkably well! Dior Airflash #201 Linen: NC 23-25 High-tech foundations sometimes make skin look ''flawless yet flat", but not this one this is like a glowing second skin. But of course! Hopefully being the last ingredient means there is very little and I will be able to tolerate it. Ahha foundation lover after my own heart ; ) The search for the perfect base is a challenging one, especially when our skin's needs change over the course of a single year. Thank you so much!! Goshthis should be a blog post!! **UPDATE 7/19/13 I have swatched ALL 8 shades of this foundation formula, My love for foundation knows no boundsthe fact that a little jar can hold the promise of skin perfection is just so alluring! Let me also tell you about my skin: I'm 47 with very dry skin. But it requires regular touchups and perhaps not enough coverage for a truly "finished look" when I'm meeting with retailers, etc. Fall Reset + Beauty Chat: September New Launches, Purchases and Rebuys, Beauty Rarities for Rare Times Featuring Beboe Therapies and New SUQQU Base + Lips, A Sunlit Labor Day Weekend Look Feat. Sensai Natural Beige: NC 23-25 This knowledge, along with the innate sense of style passed down to me by my beloved mom, has guided my cosmetic and fashion choices ever since. He is kind and knowledgable and so relaxed..love him! Didn't want to seem like a crazy lady with all my posts/questions lol! I cannot recommend the KS enough! In turn, I have tried an insane amount of formulas. Thanks for the RMS recommendationI have some of the key products (Living Luminizer, Un-Cover Up etc.) I also toggle between Cle de Peau concealer and RMS Beauty Unconcealer. Would you choose one or the other (I am so sorry for putting you on the spot like this!). Aaaack! Two down!! The curious want to know. Marla Aaron Jewelry Thank you, It is one of my favorite foundations but it definitely an investment, price-wise! I actually use a taupe eyeshadow as blush, because that is the only way to get the right shade of pinky brown on my skin, regular colors turn orange. Ive definitely decided to try itNext obstacle! I hope your weekend is lovely thus farxoxo and talk soon. Thank you. Hi Rachel, I just want to say that I so adore your blog and believe that your point of view on all things beauty is pretty spot on. Happy Friday! Kanebo Sensai Cellular Performance Cream Foundation. How in the world do you decide which foundtion to wear every day? By the way, I just looked at your jewelry website and love your creations! Thanks for the info, Rachel. The Almond Beige looks too pinkish (would you agree? It's very unique in that regard. I must say, the color was way yellower than your swatches but I could have blended it in had it had a different finish. I would love to try this foundation. Then how do you know if it fits, you try on clothes! +++++. I hope that helpsxoxo and do keep me posted! As far as colour is concerned, looking at your swatches (and I can't thank you enough for them as my nearest Kanebo store is miles away! Greg at the Tom Ford counter is marvelous, no? At this point, I have a drawer filled with foundations and almost all of them are extremely good (though of course I have my most favorite). foundations in my rotation at any given point in time. For your purposes, I highly recommend the Kanebo Sensai Cellular Performance Cream Foundation (discussed in this post). xoxo, have a wonderful week and talk soon! Any recommendations? Hopefully my obsession is also of use to my readers ; ). Because aside from your swatches, they have few more colours to choose from. So my question to you is, where does the Kanebo foundation fall between the AP and the Armani Maestro? I think that the Kanebo Sensai Cellular Performance Cream Foundation is likely what you are looking forit has more coverage than the AP and more glow than the GA Maestro Compact, plus it has skincare benefits and wears all day like a dream. Isn't the Suqqu delightful? My actual nr. I'll give you my feedback if I get it. Thanks for your sweet words about my blogI am truly glad that you enjoy what I do here ; ). Now I was hoping that you could confirm the new formula is just as lovely as the international one. It has lovely medium coverage (which is impressive for anything with a "BB" label), SPF 40 physical sunscreen and significant lasting power (review soon!). Sensai Warm Beige: NC 27-30 I hope that helps as you make your choicesxoxo and do keep me posted. I would suggest trying to order from Selfridges in the UK (which carries the line) if you canthey have international shipping now! I could use a pick me up right now! i am currently using Suquu Frame Fix Foundation and love it, can you tell me whether the Kanebo Sensi foundation would be okay for someone with oily skin? Hello, dear readersI hope your week, despite all of read more, Real lifeshooting my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale purchases with Joey Elle. Thank you for your kind words about my blog. Thanks! Required fields are marked *. I love that you are a foundation fanatic like I amI never tire of discussing my hunt for the perfect formula and am always thrilled to hear when that quest resonates with my readers! You are lucky to be using the whole Kanebo Sensai skincare systemit is so luxurious! It blends into the skin (while still providing great coverage) better than anything I've ever tried! I went to both Bergdorf and Neiman and was told they were sold out. However, a mere recreational browse in your fabulous blog has most unfortunately (for my wallet!) Above: Mid-day in humid heat at the Getty Villa in Malibu. Hi beauty professor, I first want to thank you for all your amazing blog posts. Ii found the Kanebo foundation on the Neiman Marcus website, but they state that you cannot return make up products once opened. and have been meaning to do a proper review for awhile nowmust get on that! Almost every time I wear it or post a picture of me wearing it, someone asks what it isit truly is an incredible formula and, being on my third jar (! But now that I have entered a new decade, am looking for a foundation with more skin beneficial properties and luxurious. It did not sit on the surface and blur imperfections, but actually did the opposite. Excellent!! Thanks for your sweet commentI am so blessed to be able to do this blog and I value the importance of being unequivocally honest with my readers! Finding it! The opulent and limited-editionCl de read more, Fall reset. My pleasure! My Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Shopping Guide: Classic Style Youll Wear Forever, A No-Makeup Makeup Look with Dew Skin and Other BEAUTYCOUNTER Favorites, Spring Office Hours: Wayne Goss Foundation, My LTK Commercial and Current Product Loves. Above and below: Swatches of Dior Airflash and Kanebo Sensai Cellular Performance Cream Foundation in direct sunlight. In turn, the Kanebo Sensai is a more natural finish on my face overallit truly just melds into the skin, providing seamless medium coverage. What do you think? question- did you hear that this foundation was recalled (a number of Kanebo Sensai products were apparently!) I am so glad you found my advice helpfulxoxo, have a beautiful Christmas and do keep in touch, OMG, I am even more converted a few days down the line! SoI have a bit of a dilemma and wanted to ask your opinion. LOL!! They are stunningso clean, classic and unique. Again, many thanks, totally love your site and quickly wanted to recommend that you check out RMS Beauty products as they are really wonderful! Thanks for all the information and swatches on foundations you really help with color selections and how the product works which saves me a lot of money! This one sounds very promising, based on my prerequisites, but I have no idea what color would be close. Thanks for all your insight. CF 11 Creamy Beige and CF 12 Summer Breeze are both rather fair and pink from what I remember. Quisque elementum nibh at dolor pellentesque, a eleifend libero pharetra. The KS lasts all day! for a bit more coverage have you tried using both and the Amore Pacific CC compacts for touch ups? Boasting a 50% moisture content, this foundation glides on the skin with ease (I apply with a Beauty Blendermy video at towards the bottom of the post demonstrates the process!) I bought it in Germany Sensai almond beige. It looks great on you In terms of concealer, I really like the Cle de Peau (have used it on and off for years), especially for the undereye region. Your email address will not be published. Above: I use the spatula to transfer the foundation from the jar to a little sample container for easy access. Your comment made me smile : ) Admittedly, foundation is my makeup weakness (lip color is a close second!) October Makeup Bag Refresh, New Skincare in Rotation and a Light Blue Nod to Style. It is high-definition in natureseamlessly blending and virtually imperceptible to the naked eye!