Review (4/5): Lovely makeup
Searching for an animal-friendly makeup, I came across the Smashbox line and thought I'd give it a try. I have olive skin and, unfortunately, the M1 is a bit too dark for winter wear. It will be perfect when I get a bit of a tan in the warmer months ahead. I've switched to the F0 formula and it's perfect. I should say that I've never worn a 'fair' makeup color in my life...Smashbox tends to run on the dark side.
The makeup is a bit greasy going on, but give it five minutes to set and it feels wonderful. I have not noticed any oxidation, something that I have read in several reviews. I did try to use primer under the foundation and felt like I was wearing a mask. My new routine is wash, moisturize, wait five or ten minutes, apply foundation, wait five minutes and finish my face. I've not experienced any breakouts and my skin feels amazing. The makeup lasts through a full day at work and, when set with Halo (by Smashbox) powder, I don't have to touch it up at all.