Maybelline Superstay 24H Hybrid Powder Foundation

I usually use a liquid foundation and have been regularly horrified looking in the mirror at the end of the work day to find my foundation has slid off parts of my face and is super patchy. I’ve tried swapping out my setting spray, primer and moisturiser, but it’s time I admitted the problem comes down to the foundation.

It was easy enough to choose the right Maybelline Superstay 24H Hybrid Powder Foundation colour for me from swatches online. It comes in a cute white compact with a small sponge conveniently included in the bottom of the packaging which is also sturdy enough to keep the product safely enclosed in my makeup bag.

I’ve been applying the Maybelline Superstay 24H Hybrid Powder Foundation using the included sponge after applying concealer (another Maybelline Superstay product!) where it’s needed. It builds so well that I was initially concerned it looked a bit powdery and ghost-like, and I’m not used to seeing my pores! But looking in the mirror later with the day I was happy with the approach, and it lasted! I was just left with a few missing patches around my nose where my glasses sit.

If you still prefer a liquid foundation, the Maybelline Superstay 24H Hybrid Powder Foundation works really well as a setting powder which makes everything stay where I apply it.

Ok so I jumped straight in to using this, because it's a powder foundation, so what could be complicated about that, right? Well it just didn't work. Using the sponge moved product around but nothing settled and using a brush just didn't work.

I thought back to ye olden days of pancake makeup and decided to wet the sponge. GAMECHANGER!

When applied using a damp sponge this becomes the medium-to-full coverage foundation it is meant to be. It blends, it buffs, it covers. The finish is beautifully matte, not flat matte. And by golly gosh does it stick. This is sweat and transfer proof.

So in short - great and easy buildable coverage that comes in a handy powder form. Just remember to WET IT!

Once receiving this a product, I was quite excited how it is presented. You can see the shade of the powder from the case, which can help when trying to compare colours. But underneath this, is a sponge and mirror! It’s great if you’re out and about.

I always apply my foundation around 10 minutes after skincare and sunscreen.

I first tried applying the foundation with the sponge and it gives a full coverage.

I preferred to use this after my liquid foundation. I would apply it with a brush. It gives the most amazing finish!! It makes my skin look really beautifully airbrushed. I like that you’re able to do a light coverage but also build it up.

My foundation still looks great 12 hrs after applying. I have not kept it on for 24hrs so cannot comment but n that!

Great foundation: I’ll be repurchasing!

Ive never really used powder foundations as the couple times i did they had not much coverage and just looked super powdery but using this powder foundation i had a totally different experience. It gave great coverage, all while still looking smooth and no powdery look at all. You could get lighter to medium coverage or add a little extra and get a full coverage look. I loved how my skin looked. I liked to wear it at medium coverage so I had that flawless smooth skin look but you could still see my skin beneath giving me a healthy fresh look. It is super easy to apply with the wee face pad or even a beauty blender. Went on well over my usual moisturiser and spf. It also lasted well during the day. I didn't really get Shiney like I tend to with someone foundations and it didn't transfer when I touched my face. Sleek and Easy to use packaging. Would Definitely recommend if your on the look out for a new powder foundation

I was excited to try this as I have had so much trouble with finding a foundation that will last the day. This is an easy to open compact that comes with a sponge for application and a mirror. As I was in a hurry on the first day of use I used neither. I couldn't find anywhere that said whether to apply with a damp sponge or dry, so went with damp. It goes on easy and although it says medium to full coverage, I found it to be more medium. First use I only had moisturizer underneath no primer. It was fairly even, although I have super dry patches so found this highlighted those more than other foundations. Love the way it felt on my skin, as it says, it feels very lightweight. Second day I used a primer and again with the damp sponge. I found this made it settle into my fine lines more and went kind of chunky. Third day on and I have used a dry sponge to apply. It is much easier this way and applies better. I'm still finding its not ideal for skin that has super dry patches and it seems to make my fine lines a little more pronounced but I am hopeful my skin will even out a little with the warmer weather on the way. Over the weekend, I worked several hours and then came home and did the lawns. While it didn't look quite as good as when first done in the morning, I was surprised at how well it did last with it still looking fairly even. The shade I received is possibly not quite right but it still works for me. As far as foundations go, this would be the best I have found so far. It lasts reasonably well the entire day with no touch ups, is lightweight and easy to apply which is great for me as I'm not great with makeup. Definitely be looking at getting this foundation again.

This product was a bit of a learning curve for me, so hopefully this review helps somebody skip the beginning frustration.

As a straight powder foundation this is chalky and difficult to apply. The sponge is all but useless and a brush just doesn't pick it up well.

I went on youtube to look at reviews, to see if it was just me, and it was there I learnt this is a bit like the moisture mist foundation of yesteryear - you need to apply with a wet sponge.

Problem solved - it went on evenly, was buildable in coverage and looked amazing. The finish is matte. The coverage goes from medium to heavy.

And yes - it lasts!

I really like this powder and I apply it over a BB cream. It is so soft and smooth to apply and leaves a really lovely matte finish. It is long lasting - I haven't tested 24 hours but still looked good and felt nice (no caking or drying) after 10 hours.

It comes with a sponge in the bottom compartment of the compact, but it is really thin, which I don't like - feels too floppy. I have replaced the sponge with a bigger one, which unfortunately doesn't fit in the bottom of the compact. But other than that, I really like this product and will buy it again.

I like a full coverage makeup look for my work day so I was excited to trial the Maybelline Superstay 24hr hybrid powder foundation and see what it was like. I really liked that it gave a good coverage with little effort and the matte finish was very good. The little sponge that came with it was not great as it was too small for my liking, I used a bigger one I had and it applied much easier. I found that it lasted my working day. It is a lovely soft and lightweight formula that doesn't require alot of effort and that was a winner for me. I was very impressed at the coverage it gave me. If you’re looking for a product that can be applied quickly with good coverage and doesn't require touch ups this is definitely worth a try.

I was very excited to test the Maybelline Super stay Powder foundation. My job often includes picking orders in a hot warehouse and by the end of the day my make up is definitely not how it started. Firstly love the packaging, it's a lovely slim compact which fits easily into a pocket in your hand bag. It contains a thin application sponge which works well but I prefer to use a bigger sponge. The foundation applies nicely and has a nice Matt finish. I found it was great for evening out my redness and although it didn't fully cover any blemishes it definitely minimised them visually. It has a super light, almost not there, feel on the skin which I love, I prefer a light make up so this was perfect for me. I love the Matt finish which eliminated my shiny T Zone. The product removes easily with Micellar water which I always find a worry with Super stay products. This one wiped clean very easily. I wore this on a busy work day where I spent most of my day picking orders, it's hot, tiring work and the foundation stayed beautifully in place with no caking in creases or disappearing due to a mild hot glow. Overall I was very impressed with the Maybelline Super stay Foundation, it has definitely found its way into the top spot in my make up bag and u can see me purchasing this in my future.

Superstay Foundation? Superstay It is!

I love powder foundations due to my oily skin I prefer not to use liquid foundations so when I came across this one I was keen to try it.

The coverage is medium but buildable without looking cakey. You can layer it and it will still look great.

The powder goes on smooth and silky especially if using the powder sponge it comes with, this will also give you a fuller coverage application. For a lighter more buildable coverage use a powder brush.

There’s no noticeable scent to the powder so if you’re sensitive to smells you need not worry.

I got caught in the heavy rain whilst wearing this foundation and I was amazed to see that the water just trickled off my face leaving my foundation unbothered so it is definitely waterproof.

As I mentioned I do have oily skin but this foundation held up against that.