L’Oréal Infallible 24H Foundation in a powder - True Beige

I had high hopes for this foundation but unfortunately it was a fit for me. I found it extremely hard to blend and very drying. I tried using a hydrating primer but even with that it was quite cakey. It did work slightly better with a good blending brush instead of the sponge it comes with and I tried it using a large brush as more of a setting powder which kind of works. This foundation was not the right fit for me but the packaging was very appealing and the product itself looks and feels well made. I will keep trying other ways to make it work for me.

First impression about the packaging was great, its a lovely compact and feels nice in the hand. I researched the product online for instructions on how to use as I have not heard the term foundation in a powder and wanted to get the best use of it. There are multiple was listed to use it, as a T-zone mattifying powder with a dry sponge or as a foundation with a damp sponge, a setting powder with dry sponge or a brush. Used over foundation as a t-zone powder I found it to be really cakey and emphasized my pores and fine lines. Used as a foundation I tried using a dry brush and blending but the coverage was next to none. Using a damp sponge it does go on ok as a foundation but kind of "pills" on the skin. It also gave off a really strong white cast and made blending other makeup products near impossible. Regarding wear time, it did not last a full work day.

Overall I was disappointed in this product because my hopes were so high, the only way I found to use it effectively was with a dry brush and a very light touch and use as a setting powder.

For starters I chose a shade that was a bit too light for me as I don't usually buy this brand I just made a guess. The compact case is nice, fits in your hand well. It has a nice big mirror and space for a possibly larger replacement sponge. The foundation has a mild scent kind of reminds me of the smell of Nivea moisturiser which I dont particularly like. The foundation is velvety smooth and very pleasant to apply. I personally think you need a primer first or better application and finish would be with a brush as opposed to a sponge but that's just my preference. I like the matte finish as I get a bit oily throughout the day, I did have to top up my t zone but it was quick and easy and to be honest I haven't come across a product yet that delivers all day so no points lost there. This product is probably better for the warmer months for me as the cold drys my skin which isn't great for a powder. In saying that I'm not the biggest fan of liquid foundation. Overall I will use it but I won't go out of my way for this product, I have tried better powders at similar price points that I rate higher. The best thing about this product is the feel factor, didn't feel like I had makeup on and felt nice to apply.

The powder format is very, chalky. It's sort of like wet chalk. Which when you first go to use it a bit strange. It's not like a mineral powder foundation where you're able to amass a bit of product on the brush, you kind of have to work to get the product onto the sponge.

Once it's on the sponge its pretty easy to apply, but it can take a firm hand to blend through, and it does seem to take a long time to do that, which is a bit of a PITA.

It does last though - I mean my days of partying 24hours are over, but it lasts a full working day, in heat, no dramas. The finish is beautifully matte and the texture on the skin is light.

It's a good foundation, it just takes a bit of getting used to.

This powder foundation comes in a sturdy compact - it'll survive in your handbag!

I used a brush to apply rather than the applicator it comes with - i had to push quite hard to pick up product. It does blend evenly into the skin though.

I was surprised there were only 4 shades in the range but True Beige seemed to work well for me.

It's by no means full coverage, but it does give a nice matte and even base. It didn't sink into my wrinkles and it definitely didn't go cakey.

It lasts the day and doesn't end up looking grubby.

I really enjoyed it, I would use again, but on good skin days. For breakout days I'd need something a bit heavier.

The first couple of days I wore this blended over my whole face. Its definitley full coverage (a plus for me) and VERY mattifying. It was also long wearing and didnt rub off too much under my mask that I wear at the office. I thought my skin looked very 'tired' and dehydrated by the end of the day. So, on the third day, I applied it with the sponge dampened and it was a better result...smooth skin, no cakeyness...a consistency that better suited my skin.

The coverage on this for a powder was insane! I could have bet money from the finish that this would have to come from a liquid. The finish was next to flawless and it wore really well. I wore it on a warmer Dunedin day last week and still felt like my skin could breathe. The matte finish was the final selling point ot left my skin looking smooth and clear with no hint of shine.

I have been on the hunt for a high quality, easy accessible and affordable powder for quite sometime. I think I have finally found it in this product.

This definitely gives medium to full coverage without the heaviness and cakiness (is that even a word).

This powder is long wearing and you won’t find yourself needing touch ups throughout the day.

I love that whilst wearing this your skin still feels like skin and looks smooth.

I find you get a heavier application with the sponge so if you’re wanting a lighter application I’d suggest using a powder brush.

The compact isn’t bulky so fits nicely into the makeup bag or handbag. Excellent to travel with.

I didn’t find there to be any scent in the powder which was great and this did not cause any breakouts.

All in all this is a great product and compares well with my other high end powder foundations.

This is a nice foundation, I love that it comes in a great heavy case complete with sponge and mirror in separate compartments. On first use I did find it a bit cakey but it might have been because my shade was slightly too pale for me. Once I warmed it up though with a bronzer and some contour it looked more natural. I wear this over a BB cream and it swipes on nicely. I did find from the start of the day to lunchtime it had changed for the better as my natural oils came through and it had a more of a dewy finish that I liked. I’m not sure I’d agree it was 24h wear if you have combination skin like me and I did find it settled slightly into my forehead lines and was a little visible on my dry patches. While it says the formula is matte I did feel I still had to do an oil blot with a tissue after about 6 hours but that’s normal for me. At 5pm I think it still looked great, covered blemishes and still had a nice base. My normal pressed powder is by Australis and this L’Oreal one is so much better at resisting transfer as I hardly got any on my face mask or marks when I had a white T shirt day. I’d repurchase this one for sure purely for the transfer resistance.

The infallible compact itself was pleasant to look at and easy to use. The large mirror was a nice touch. The product applied easily with the sponge, and felt soft and smooth to glide onto the face. I found the coverage was sufficient and could build with another application - it felt light and breathable. It did last for the day without becoming greasy or wearing off but the finish was a little chalky for my liking.