I recently tried the Rimmel Lasting Finish 35HR Foundation, in the shade 160 Vanilla, and was really interested to see if this full coverage, lightweight cruelty-free and vegan foundation would withstand the busy working day.
I selected the shade 160 Vanilla online, from looking at swatches on both a models arm and face. The range has an abundance of shades to choose from – including those for a neutral, cool, or warm undertone. When the bottle arrived, the shade appeared a lot darker than I had expected given the example on the model online (especially with my skin coming out of a gloomy Dunedin NZ winter). Although the 160 Vanilla fits within the neutral category, I found it still gave my skin a subtle warmth to it, and with a lighter coverage didn’t look too dark on my complexion.
I didn’t test out the Sleep-proof or waterproof claims, so couldn’t say if this is truly a ‘35HR foundation’, however Lasting Finish has some serious lasting power getting me through the day while still feeling comfortable. The hydration boost combined with vitamin E and hyaluronic acid gave my skin a real boost while the coverage was buildable, allowing me to achieve the level of coverage that I desired while still feeling lightweight. This foundation is comfortable to wear and didn’t dry out my skin which was great. Being an SPF20 is a bonus, as I love skin products with SPF within them – although I still put my sunscreen on daily no matter what!
This is a budget friendly foundation, sitting around $20.00 NZD for a 30ml glass bottle, depending on which retailer you purchase from. It’s a bargain!
I had stopped using foundations a few years back as they made my face look oily and cakey, and so had switched over to BB creams. But this foundation is a pleasant surprise. It doesn’t feel heavy on my skin, has a nice texture with a very natural finish. The best part is, this foundation is not oily or cakey. Its very light and blends in well giving an even finish to the skin tone. The infusion of Hyaluronic Acid ensures my skin is hydrated all day. And to top it all, it has SPF so protects my face from the sun. End result, my face looks radiant all day long. Will definitely recommend to everyone.
Tips: You need just a squirt, and can be easily applied with fingers.