Cream foundation recommendations please

I've got one from Mally ,available from Amazon and QVC ,it has a great brush with it and once on it lasts all day .Its not matt though so if you dont like a "glow" it may not suit .

Go onto the Avon site Flaxseed they do a great creamy foundation in a compact, that you apply with a small sponge, so easy to do and gives a dewy finish.I think it’s called True Colour and is in a black compact, it comes in many colours, I like the creamy natural colour, but choose according to your own complexion.
If you create an account, a lot of things are half price, so it should only cost £6.You will be charged a little bit of postage, so I usually buy two at the same time, or one or two other things.

I’ve just converted to Charlotte Tilbury flaxseed and really like this
www.johnlewis.com/charlotte-tilbury-light-wonder-foundation/p2127563
It seems to spread very thinly and feels very light but still seems to cover blemishes well and makes my skin feel very smooth.

Thanks for quick responses!
I would prefer to go and chose a colour rather than ordering online.
We have a John Lewis here so I could try the Charlotte Tilbury one although that
link took me to a liquid foundation janeainsworth
Do you know if there is a cream one too?

I agree with Lemongrove Flaxseed, I have used Avon True Colour for a number of years now but the flawless liquid foundation option. You only need a pea size amount and it covers any blemishes beautifully without sitting in the creases. Do you add powder? maybe that causes the problem?

Flaxseed I’m not really sure of the difference between liquid and cream foundations - but if you go to the Charlotte Tilbury counter I’m sure the assistants would be very happy to help & advise you & let you try things out.

I was just going to ask what the difference is.

I use BB cream and find i only need a tiny amount of foundation anyway.

Sassenach I wouldn’t know what colour to order though
I do use powder to ‘fix’ my make up so maybe I should stop doing that. Thanks for the suggestion.

jane and kitty - I don’t know the difference either! I keep reading that cream foundation is a must for mature skin. I’ve discovered mine is liquid.
I will go to John Lewis when I get the chance. However, I have never had good experiences with make up counters. They seem so eager to sell that they will recommend anything.
I experienced this with a Clinique ‘makeover’ recently. Young lady was very pleasant but didn’t concentrate on problem areas such as under eye dark shadows. Then she put eye shadow on me that creased. When I pointed it out she just rubbed it off and said ‘best give that a miss then’
The lipstick colour she put on me was awful! I then chose a more subtle colour and she said ‘wow! That’s much better!’
That experience has made me rather distrustful!

kitty what is B.B. cream?

CC Creams: The difference between BB and CC creams is subtle--CC generally stands for “color correcting” and the products are meant to address issues like redness or sallowness (usually with light-diffusing particles), whereas BB creams are like lighter foundation with a few skin care benefits thrown in.

Personally I’d ditch the powder!

So not only have I got cream v liquid to get my head round - I now have BB and CC !
Thanks for info OldMeg - I’ll definately ditch the powder

I'd ditch the powder too - but I know nothing!

Powder is "so last year!!"............we now aim for the natural healthy glow look!

The beauty of buying from QVC beaty counter is that you test and try their products in the comfort of home........and if dis satisfied for any reason you can return........even a half used product.No questions asked and money back......guaranteed.
Worth while experimenting using their products and they have a wide range from the best (expensive) brands to the much more affordable.
You take your pick.

I watched a make up tutorial where moisturiser was applied first. Then a little pressed powder, then foundation. She said the powder first, helped fix the foundatiion.

I use Bobby Brown as I am very lined and everything else sits in the creases

Boots Number 7
'Intelligent colour'
Blends to your natural shade.
Light. Medium or Fair.
Boots make-up assistant will be happy to help and provide samples.
They also provide a skin colour match service.

In Summer I use Boots (fair) BB cream which also comes in Light, Medium and Dark.
It give a nice glow to the skin.

Clarins True Radiance is fantastic doesn't sit in the crinkly bits , is lovely and smooth and lasts well without having to put lots on and therefore although expensive it will last you a long time. Also try a primer first then it goes on even more smoothly Clarins Instant Smooth - a pot will last you a year.

Lose the powder Littleflo it will always sit in the creases. A little blusher/bronzer applied lightly on a big brush on the cheek apples and chin (swept across) will brighten your face and take away any shine.
I use Bobbi Brown tinted moisturiser which is very creamy!

My daughter's friend is a makeup artist and she insists that using a primer is the key to a good finish. I've been using Illamasqua Hydra Veil which is lovely but it is a bit pricey so I've just got a Revolution ultra base primer from Superdrug. This was really cheap but works great. Maybe it would be worth you trying a cheap primer first, particularly if you still like the foundation you're already using

Yes bmacca I agree about primers - I use Velvet skin coat from DHC.

I think one benefit of using a foundation whatever its level of creaminess is that most of them contain SPF to level 15 at least which gives some protection from UV light, the cause of pigmented blemishes and worse.

I do use powder sometimes but use a brush to put it on with - I think you get a much lighter covering and I don’t find it settles in the creases.

If I used a cc cream could I ditch the foundation?

Apparently there are now some makeup fix sprays, that you just spray over your face once you've done your foundation. The girl who did our wedding makeup trial last week used this instead of powder and it did look good. I'm not sure what make it was though.

I just use a Clarins fake tan for face, gives a gentle natural glow, and add a little more on cheeks.

Have you tried ‘cushion’ foundation in a compact? It gives a natural finish, doesn’t sit in lines badly, is buildable and portable for touch ups if required. Loads of cosmetic companies do versions and it’s really a matter of finding a good shade and deciding between a matte or dewy finish (eg Dior & Bobbi Brown are more matte - Lancôme & YSL more dewy). Only use a little powder on your T zone & a setting spray (can just be a mineral water spray). Hope that helps!