Sabrina, Author at The Beauty Look Book

Lips

Merit Signature Lip Blush

March 10, 2026

I’ve been playing with more from Merit and the latest lip launch is beautiful! They launched a lightweight matte lipstick called the Signature Lip Blush ($28 each, Sephora and Merit). It’s a sheer minimalist lip product with a blurred matte finish. Formula is very lightweight as described but still manages to have a balmy feel.

They launched Archival in a set over the holiday (see it reviewed here and in action here) and just recently added 7 more shades to the lineup.

I tried two sent in PR Andie which is the prettiest baby pink and Vendome which is a beautiful beige tan. I love both the colors and think they’re perfect for everyday wear. I also still really like Archival as a pretty mauve that is cool-toned but not so cool-toned that it looks blue. Paired each lip look with the Merit Flush Balm Cream in Le BonBon.

Also wearing:

Foundation – It Cosmetics Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm Medium Neutral 305
Powder – Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder
Blush – Merit Flush Balm Cream in Le BonBon
Eyeshadow – Prada Eyeshadow Palette in 08
Eyeliner – Sarah Creal Eyes Up Eyeliner in Jet Black
Mascara – Maybelline Lash Sensational Body in Blackest Black
Tank – Reformation (old)
Nail Polish – OPI Stunn n Done

There are a few downsides though. If you’re a fan of seeing color payoff or long wear time, these aren’t going to be the lipstick for you. Pigment on the shades I tried is on the sheer side and while you can swipe and layer for more coverage, they still pull very sheer. Almost like a blotted lip stain but sheer. The lasting power isn’t there for me although I have not tried them over a lip liner. I suspect this is due to the balmy nature. It’s not a deal breaker for me, but I thought I’d mention it since I know a lot of you want something super long wearing that will require maybe 1-2 touch ups throughout the day.

For a matte lip I tend to prefer something with more coverage although I really like the colors I tried. I think the formula is very comfortable and easy to wear. Also love that it is a little bit hydrating in the sense that they don’t dry out my lips.

Available now at Sephora and Merit.

Base Makeup Beauty Favorites

Best Complexion Products I Swear By

March 3, 2026

Sharing an updated base roundup today with my go-to favorites! I love testing new foundations, powers and concealers and lately I’ve been more into glow boosters and complexion enhancers.

Here’s what I’ve been loving. If you’re like me and find that your go-to foundations sometimes feel a little thick, heavy or don’t blend well I have some tricks and tips for you to try!

Foundation

I like my foundation to look like skin but better, but I still need some coverage. I have a lot of sun spots and my skin is prone to redness so I look for formulas that have medium coverage to even out the skin.

Dior Forever Skin Perfect Foundation ($57, Nordstrom) is the best stick foundation I’ve tried. It blends easily, looks very natural, doesn’t feel heavy on the skin and I love the way it looks. The coverage is easy to control. I tried the hack of mixing this with the Rhode Glazing Milk and it is truly 10/10 worth trying. I mix shades as I’m usually in between Dior shades, I’ve tried 2.5N, 2W and 3N. Right now I mix one of the 2s with 3 for my perfect match. In action here.

Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation ($69, Chanel) has been a go-to for so many years I’ve lost count of how many bottles I’ve repurchased. My best match is BD41 and this golden undertone match is the best skin match I’ve ever tried. Love that they have a good shade range and different undertone options. They most recently started adding BO which is more olive and they’re really good tones without being too green/sallow if that makes sense. This has natural glowy coverage, hydrates, is long-wearing and easy to blend.

Armani Luminous Silk Foundation ($69, Nordstrom and Sephora) in the new formula is tied with the Chanel. Comparing the two I think the new Armani formula feels a little bit lighter (thinner) and the coverage is just a bit sheerer but still medium and glowy. I wear Shade 6.5 in this formula. In action here.

It Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow ($47, Sephora and Ulta) is the best CC cream I’ve tried. Most CC creams tend to be very thick and this is the thinnest one I’ve tried which makes it easier for my skin to breathe in humid weather. It’s still creamy and somewhat thick compared to other bases, but it’s like the skin tint version of a CC cream. Love that it has SPF 40. It’s perfect for every day, the beach, bike rides, pretty much any occasion.

Concealer

I’ve really been skipping concealer most days, but I still reach for it if I’m going to an event or a special night out. I love testing new formulas and I know a lot of you don’t like to wear a lot of face makeup but just a little bit of concealer on a tinted moisturizer.

Classics like NARS, Hourglass and Tarte are still incredible formulas, but these days I’ve been reaching for YSL, Chanel or Natasha Denona.

The YSL Touche Eclat ($40, Sephora) is still the best undereye brightening concealer. This works for me since I don’t have a lot of dark under eye circles. Sometimes I just want a little bit of brightening and I love the consistency of this one. I wear Shade 3.

Chanel launched a new concealer formula recently called the Ultra Le Teint Correcteur Concealer ($53, Chanel) and this is the first Chanel concealer that has worked for me. I love their foundations but I’ve never really liked their concealers. This one is thin but easy to blend. I tried a few different shades and I like B40 or BD41 the best. For concealers I tend to like them a little more peachy or neutral for eyes. This runs very similar to the Prada formula but I have a slight preference for the Chanel because of the color match on me. You can see it in action here.

Natasha Denona Hy-Glam ($32, Sephora) is the best full coverage creamy concealer that I can wear under the eyes or to spot conceal. It’s creamy, blends well, doesn’t cake and long wearing. 10/10 love this.

Complexion Enhancers/Glow Boosters

I used to think mixing glow products wasn’t necessary for me. These days sometimes a foundation might feel too heavy or thick. Or sometimes my skin is extra dry and foundation doesn’t blend like it should but at the same time I don’t want a heavier moisturizer underneath. I’ve found some incredible complexion mixers or glow boosters.

Armani Fluid Sheer ($43, Nordstrom) is a classic. I don’t really use these as a highlighter as they’re too sheer once blended. I prefer to mix them with a foundation and I love Shade 10 because it’s golden but sheer. It adds a really nice glow to the skin. The only downside is it’s incredibly pricey to mix in with foundation on a regular basis.

One/Size Base Thinner ($36, Sephora) is a recent discovery in the Bronze Pearl shade and I am 100% obsessed. I love the shade and way it adds the perfect amount of glow to the skin. It mixes really well with foundations and the glow is perfect. Not too shimmery, not too emollient, not too sheer – just perfect. I really want to try the Pink Pearl formula too. Skin looks fresh and radiant without being over the top.

L’Oreal True Match Lumi Glotion ($17.99, Ulta) is a classic and budget friendly. Love that they have different shades. I’ve tried multiple and love them. It’s a really great multi-tasker. You can wear it as a primer under foundation, mix it with your base or use it on top to add a little bit of glow.

Saie Glowy Super Gel ($29, Sephora) is another great multi-purpose illuminator. I’ve tried this a number of ways but my favorite way to wear this is mixing it with foundation. I really love this mixed with the Armani Luminous Silk Foundation. I’ve tried all the shades and Roseglow is my favorite. I think this is the best for dry skin but it’s not heavy. It has a slightly transparent quality to it with the gel formula which I love.

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter ($50, Sephora) is the OG glow booster. There are so many dupes of this, some are very good, but I have to give a shout out to the original innovator. Love this and I still think it’s worth the splurge. If you think this is too shimmery for you I also really love her Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Foundation Stick as an alternative.

Sarah Creal Today’s Highlights Peptide Balm Luminizer ($55, Sephora and Sarah Creal) is my favorite cream highlighter of the moment. I know so many of you love the dewy highlighters like ones from Westman Atelier, Chanel and Merit etc. I love the look of so many of these but because I’ve always lived somewhere warm – a few hours of wear time = greasy mess. The Sarah Creal one is more natural looking but the formula is elite! It gives that lit from within glow.

Rhode Glazing Milk ($20-32, Sephora and Rhode) is 10/10 a must for dry skin. I don’t think you need super dry skin to use it. I love this mixed with foundations to help them blend better on the skin whenever they look or feel too heavy.

Contour/Bronzer

After all these years of trying makeup I have to admit I’m still not into contouring. I prefer a subtle cream bronzer with a little bit of warmth as cool tones tend to clash with my skin tone. These are the most natural looking ones I’ve tried.

Makeup By Mario SoftSculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer ($34, Sephora) is my favorite cream bronzer that has an emollient texture and sheer finish. I think it’s a little too creamy to wear on its own so I usually set with a powder blush or bronzer, but I love this to add warmth to the skin. I’ve tried both Medium and Medium Dark. Swatches here.

Merit Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer ($32, Sephora) is the best for super dry skin or if you want something super sheer or balmy. It does pull very sheer once blended but I like the warmth and super natural look it gives the skin.

Dior Forever Skin Bronze Bronzing Stick Balm ($52, Nordstrom) is another great skin-like bronzer. This is probably my favorite bronzing stick that still looks very natural on the skin. I can wear 02, 03 or 04 – I think the shades are pretty easy to wear. It has a satiny finish that looks like skin. I really love that this is a non-dewy option that isn’t too matte. Swatches here.

Powder

Last but not least a quick shoutout to my go-to setting powder right now. I used to be a pressed powder person, but the past few years I’ve almost exclusively used the Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powders ($26-$48, Nordstrom) with a puff. The lasting power is much better with a powder and I think hers are the best for looking natural.

Tools

Quick shoutout for my favorite foundation brushes. I love the ones from It Cosmetics, Hourglass, Fenty, Laura Mercier. For concealer I swear by the ones from Hourglass and Real Techniques.

That wraps up my favorites right now! What are you go-to favorites?

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Chanel

Chanel Denim Makeup Collection

February 19, 2026

Chanel Beauty launched their limited edition Denim Makeup Collection and if you have your eye on anything I recommend checking your local stores or counters ASAP as things are selling out fast. Some pieces can still be found at Chanel.com and Nordstrom right now.

I was lucky to get a press package from Chanel beauty on most of these pieces. I tracked down a couple of the lipsticks so I could swatch them all for you.

Chanel Hand Cream

I think the La Crème Main + Denim Pouch ($85, Chanel and Nordstrom) is beyond cute! I love the denim + pink colors, it’s so fun, I hope Chanel makes more fun accessories like this!

Coco Denim Illuminating Powder Highlighter

The Coco Denim Illuminating Powder Highlighter ($82, Chanel and Nordstrom) is the stand out in the collection for me. It’s a pearlescent blue pink shimmer with a subtle duochrome shift. I would never think to wear blue on the cheeks but it has a very pretty interesting glow if you apply with a light hand. I really love this one on the eyes.

Les 4 Ombres Eyeshadow Palettes

The two Denim Les 4 Ombres Eyeshadow Palettes ($90 each) seem to be the items most of you have been most excited about. I’ll be very frank with you, I am not a blue eyeshadow wearer, I don’t think I can pull it off, but the lighter one seems to be wearable for me! These are inspired by different denim washes.

Denim Dream (Chanel and Nordstrom) has an iridescent white gold shimmer, a satiny pink, a silvery baby blue and darker navy with silver flecks. Coco Jean has a denim blue with silver sparkles, a medium silver shimmer, a peach shimmer and satiny brown. I think they’re super fun and for the denim lover or blue eyeshadow lover, they’re perfect.

Noir Allure Mascara

The Noir Allure Mascara ($43) in Indigo was a pleasant surprise for me! I think the mascara in this format is hit or miss, but this one was a huge hit for me. Lengthened and thickened the lashes in a beautiful way. The indigo is a dark blue but adds a fun twist to the lashes.

Rouge Coco Flash

I’m the biggest fan of the Chanel Rouge Coco Flash ($53 at Chanel and Nordstrom) and they have four new shades. I feel like I can only really pull off one of them (washed beige). The others are beautiful, I just don’t think they complement my skintone.

Baby Blue is a pearlescent blue shimmer
Washed Beige is a soft tan beige caramel
Faded Orange is a burnt orange peach
Raw Brown is a cool toned brown

Le Vernis Nail Polish in Legende

Chanel launched a new shade of Le Vernis in Legende ($34). It’s a metallic blue but a smooth one. I can get full coverage with just one coat, but two gives the nails a more intense look.

Online Chanel suggested a layering combo to give a more subdued denim look by layering one coat of Ballerina on top. I think it’s a fun twist.

That wraps up my Chanel Denim Makeup Collection haul! I hope you are able to find the pieces you have your eyes on!

Dior

Dior Beauty Spring 2026 Haul Picks

February 11, 2026

Dior Beauty’s Spring collection has arrived with some fresh and luminous glowing pieces, all perfect for a makeup refresh this year. I picked up a number of pieces including the newly reformulated Addict Lip Glow Oils, Forever Skin Bronze Sticks, several cheek products and Dior’s newest fragrance launch. After spending some time to test everything extensively, I finally have my review today!

New Dior Addict Lip Glow Oil

Dior reformulated the Addict Lip Glow Oil ($42 each, Dior, Sephora, Nordstrom, Ulta Beauty) and they now come in slightly different texture with three finishes.

Juicy has a glass like shine with a transparent kind of finish + tint
Glaze has more pigment with a soft color payoff
Sparkly has a glittery finish with tiny micro sparkles

These are designed to be pH reactive but most of them stayed true to the tube color on my lips. Sparkly and Juicy colors pull sheer on me while the Glaze formula is more pigmented with medium coverage.

The new formula feels slightly thinner making them easier and more comfortable to wear on my lips. They still have that cushiony oil feel with intense shine. I also find them more hydrating than the original version.

My favorites are Latte, Black Cherry, Cherry, Minty and Fizzy Pink (this one is exclusive to Dior.com).

Dior Addict Eau de Parfum

The new Dior Addict Eau de Parfums ($98 to $120) are bright, fun and youthful. They scents are more like a body splash rather than a super potent perfume, but they still have really good lasting power on my skin. Rosy Glow is hands down my personal favorite (I’ve already used up an entire bottle).

Rosy Glow has rose and lychee. It’s fruity fresh and creamy
Peachy Glow is sweet one like peaches and cream with sweet vanilla notes and jasmine
Purple Glow is a fruity raspberry kind of scent.

Backstage Rosy Glow Blush

I picked up four of the cheek products in the collection, all of these appear to be Dior.com exclusives in the US.

I’ve been really loving the Backstage Rosy Glow Blushes ($42 each, Dior.com). The new shades in Ultra Pink and Orange Fizz are both stunning! Ultra Pink is very bright and seems to be more pigmented than the rest of the colors in this formula. This requires a bit more blending for me. Orange Fizz is the softer option. It’s an orange peach but it blends out to a more natural peachy look.

Spring Cheek Colors

Dior Forever Glow Luminizer in Sugar Cane ($55, Dior.com) is one of the most unique highlighters I have ever tried. It’s so unique with a champagne base that flashes pink and blue in an almost duochrome kind of way. I thought it might be a little too trendy for me but I really love the way that shimmer shifts on the skin.

The new shade of Rouge Blush in Candyfloss ($51, Dior.com) is also a winner for me. This has an embossed powder overlay with the Dior logo lettering, but underneath is a soft peach color. The application on my cheeks shows a little bit more glow due to the overspray but the actual powder underneath still has some micro glitter flecks throughout. On my cheeks it looks more satiny/matte than shimmery but the shimmer is noticeable in a very subtle way. I am really glad this shows up on my skin!

Forever Skin Bronze

The Dior Forever Skin Bronze Bronzing Balm Sticks ($52 each, Dior, Sephora, Nordstrom, Ulta) are probably the best bronzing sticks I’ve tried. I feel like the warmth in these make them more wearable on my skin tone. I usually wear Shade 03 Light Medium but I am more in my winter skin tone right now. Shade 04 shows up better for a more bronzed look.

The Forever Skin Bronzer is are sheerer than the Dior Contour Sticks so they are easier to blend out for a natural look. I also think the colors are much easier to wear compared to the contour sticks. The packaging is fun with the texturized tube.

Below wearing the Bronze Stick in Shade 4 and Sugar Crush Lips

Sugar Crush Lips

There are two lip colors in a pale shimmery champagne called Sugar Crush in the Dior Addict formula ($48, Dior.com) and Addict Lip Maximizer ($42, Dior.com). I love a good shimmer, but I would say these are a pass due to the sheer finish. The shimmer is noticeable but a little too subtle for my taste.

That wraps up my Dior spring haul! I think this is the best spring launch so far this year. P.S. For those who follow me on Instagram, I’m doing a giveaway that runs now through Saturday evening in this post here!

Lips Sephora

Summer Fridays SoftLine Lip Liners + Flushed Lip Stains

February 5, 2026

Summer Fridays added a few new makeup launches to their lineup with lip pencils! They launched a SoftLine Lip Liner Long-Lasting Lip Pencil ($20 each) and Flushed Lip Stain ($22). These are available now at Sephora and Summer Fridays. I received the full set to try and review and as someone who struggles with lip liners showing on my pigmented lips, I am 10/10 thrilled with this launch!

SoftLine Lip Liner Long-Lasting Lip Pencil

nail polish: Stunn N Done

The standout for me is definitely the SoftLine Lip Liner Long-Lasting Lip Pencil. This is available in 8 shades and what I love about these is that they are really like a traditional lip liner pencil. Lasting power is very good but I appreciate that these aren’t like the gel pencils that are completely budge proof because those tend to look dry on my lips as the day wears on. A more traditional pencil like this one is easier on my lips, especially if they are dry.

Formula is smooth but they don’t glide on like the ones from Merit (which is more glossy). Love the pigment, even the lighter tones show up on my pigmented lips with very good coverage. Love the shade range in this formula. I think every color is flattering!

I swatched these on my entire lip for shade reference although normally I would just line the outer rims and then find a matching gloss or lipstick to coordinate.

Flushed Lip Stain

The Flushed Lip Stains are beautiful and the pigment is exceptionally good. I personally do not like stains because there’s something about my lips that makes liquid lipsticks and lip stains darken to an unrecognizable color. What I see on my lips rarely matches a swatch or what I see in the applicator.

I think the product is excellent and the lasting power is definitely there. I tried to remove the swatches from my arm and the stain lingers even with a bi-phase makeup remover. I wasn’t able to lip swatch all of them because the stain adhered so well to my lips I felt like swatching more would mix colors.

Overall love. I think the combination pairings with the Lip Butter Balms are also fun. I haven’t played around extensively layering different shades together but I think the colors they created are so beautiful.

There are some bundles available at Summer Fridays if you’re looking to save, they do offer a discount for some Pick Your Shade Combo Sets like the Essential Lip Kit, Stain + Sculpt Duo, and Effortless Lip Combo.

Available now at Sephora and Summer Fridays.

Beauty Favorites

January Beauty Favorites

February 2, 2026

Rounding up my January beauty favorites for the month!

Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in the new formula has been a win for me! Full review here and also a demo here. I’ve been reaching for it a lot and love the coverage and naturally glowy finish. This has been the formula I’ve worn the most this month.

I think an updated skincare routine is in order as it’s been a while since I’ve done one, but I wanted to mention a few favorites this past month.

I’ve been using the LED masks more consistently and really love the one from Currentbody. I still have the original but recently updgraded to the Mask Series 2 which has a better fit to the contours of the face. They’ve since added a couple newer versions with different lights that I’m curious about, but so far I’ve really been loving the Mask Series 2. You can use code BEAUTYLB for 10% off.

La Mer is quite the splurge, but my skin texture has improved drastically after using the Regenerating Serum. I’ve been using this for almost two months and it’s really helpled with fine lines and my skin isn’t as dull anymore. I’ve also used up The Renewal Oil and Moisturizing Soft Cream multiple times and recently repurchased over the holidays. My wallet is not happy about it, but no matter what I try, I keep going back to these two. The oil is my favorite and I love mixing it in with other face creams.

Dior Beauty has my heart for new launches! I stopped by my local Dior Beauty boutique earlier in the year and picked up the new Addict Perfumes, new lip oils and Forever Skin Bronzing Balm Sticks. I haven’t done a review but will soon. By now I’ve already almost used up an entire bottle of the Dior Addict Rosy Glow Eau de Parfum (sweet floral) and bought a second. The new Forever Skin Bronzing Balm Sticks are really good (Shade 03 shown). I like them better than the Contour Sticks. The new Bronzing Balm Sticks are sheerer and the colors are better suited for my skin tone for a more natural look.

The Hourglass Cosmetics Curator Palettes have had mixed reviews. I think there are some hits and misses with these. These are great if you want a more natural eye look or don’t wear eyeshadow a lot because the combinations are great for an effortless look. Some of them pull a little too natural looking which is why I give some of them a miss. However, I rediscovered Futurist which is a beautiful one I have been reaching for a lot. It’s in action in this reel here in case you’re curious.

So many of you love Sarah Creal and I have also fallen in love with her products. Her makeup has been in heavy rotation and I find myself reaching for her No Further Questions Glosses and Eyes Up Creamy Kajal Longwear Eyeliners. So many of you have raved about her eyeliners and I agree they are 10/10! They glide on easily without tugging and I love the pigment. I didn’t expect to love the Today’s Highlights Balm Luminizer as much as I do. I think these have the perfect amount of pigment and glow for me. I like blending them on top of a cream or powder blush whenever I feel like the blush color is too saturated. This gives the cheeks that pretty glow.

Tatcha used to be one of my favorite skincare brands but with all the new launches and skincare testing they kind of fell off my radar. I recently rediscovered some things thanks to some recommendations from you and love the Rice Enzyme Powder for a gentle exfoliant. I also love the Kissu Lip Mask for these dry winter months. I tried the Kissu Lip Serum and have to say while I love the packaging and applicator, the Lip Mask is a million times better at hydration (at least for me).

For perfume, aside from the Dior, I also have been obsessed with Creed Pure White Cologne. It’s a fresh clean scent that has Grapefruit, Petit Grain, Bigarade, Jasmine, Orris Butter, Watermelon, White Musk, Ambroxan and Cedarwood. This is the most expensive perfume I’ve ever purchased, but it’s the best clean fresh scent I’ve ever tried and also happens to be Andrew’s favorite scent on me. I personally find it fresh, unique and makes me so happy. I really love the Refillable Atomizers (also here) to fill with my go-to scents and carry them in my purse. These make really beautiful gifts too.

Also not beauty related but I get asked about my jewelry almost daily! I have saved the details on everything I wear to my JEWERLY highlights, let me know if you want an updated jewelry tour! My wedding band and tiny T Wire Diamond Ring is also from Tiffany. The ring on my index is from Mejuri.

My link bracelet is an older style from Tiffany & Co. They don’t make this particular style anymore but it’s one of my favorite gifts from Andrew and I think I’ve had it for over 10 years.

The tennis bracelet was a splurge last year from James Allen and I love it! Some of you might remember from my Instagram stories that I had been on the hunt for one for probably over a year. My wrists are very small so most everything I’ve seen online needs to be custom made which means it will take longer to create and ship. I had planned to visit a few jewelers in NYC but given all the other fun things to do in New York, I never made it to those shops.

After reading a lot of reviews I decided on James Allen last July and I’m 100% thrilled with this purchase. I also have some earrings from them which I really love. My bracelet is s a lab diamond tennis bracelet in the 6 inch length, 5 carats with 14K Yellow Gold. I was able to buy this with a good promo code so the price was very reasonable. Loved that it was in a 6 inch length (my wrist is 5.5 inches) so I didn’t have to get it resized. It did take a little over 30 days for them to make and ship it. The clasp is very strong and it’s a little hard to get on and off on my own, but I think it was 100% worth the splurge. If I had been able to try it on in person I probably would have opted for a larger carat option, but I think this is a great size to start.

That wraps up my favorites this month! I’m working my way through new concealer formulas. You can see the demo of Chanel Ultra Le Teint in BD31 and B40 here (this is the first Chanel concealer formula I’ve actually liked) and also a demo of Charlotte Tilbury’s Airbrush Flawless Concealer in 6.5, 7 and 7.5 here. I’ll have a roundup of Chanel, Charlotte Tilbury, RMS, Victoria Beckham Beauty and Prada as soon as I can!

What did you love this past month?

Armani Base Makeup

Armani Luminous Silk Foundation – New Formula

January 30, 2026

Armani recently reformulated their cult classic Luminous Silk Foundation ($69, Nordstrom and Sephora). As a longtime fan of the original I have to admit I was in a panic over the news and purchased a few backups just in case the new one ended up being completely different. After nearly a month of testing I am happy to report the new version is just as good as the original and my shade match 6.5 is still the same.

Armani added more shades in the lineup and changed the formula to include niacinamide. The two formulas are almost identical on my skin. You can see a demo of the new formula in action here with the Hourglass Vanish Foundation Brush. In my experience there is a slight difference in the coverage with the new one being just the slightest bit thinner and a bit sheerer, but the differences are barely detectable. A few of you noticed from my video though that the new one seems to have a little less pigment.

Coverage is still the same medium naturally glowy finish. I love that it glows but isn’t too emollient/dewy. It evens out the skin nicely in a natural looking way. Coverage is still natural so your skin does show through and I have a few dark spots (healing acne scars) that still show through underneath on my chin area. This can be fixed with concealer (I like Natasha Denona’s Hy-Glam Concealer for the best coverage with a creamy formula). I always set with a powder and lately I’ve been loving the Chanel Poudre Universelle Libre Loose Powder Shade 30 or Laura Mercier Translucent Loose (love this in multiple shades, the Rose Talc-Free Ultra Blur Version is also good too).

Most of the shades seem to be the same but there are a handful that have changed. They have a helpful shade chart to show which shades are different and the new recommended match (Shades 1.5, 4.25, 4.75, 7.5, 7.75 and 8 are different now).

Overall really love. It is really similar to the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation (I wear BD41), but the Armani has a lighter feel in texture and finish. I think it’s also a little less emollient than the Victoria Beckham Beauty Foundation Drops (I have Shades 7 and 8).

You can find this out now at Nordstrom, Sephora, Bloomingdale’s and all Armani Beauty counters.

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