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No no Boots. Why is this discontinued?

(38 Posts)
Les1950 Mon 24-Mar-25 14:28:54

Just read a review on the colour changing make up. The first one said it was great, but others said it didn't work, or it smelt horrid! Oh well.

Les1950 Mon 24-Mar-25 14:14:50

I just looked on net, and you canget Marcelle make-up. Bit dear though. Then a site called on buy. Com came up. They have a foundation which goes on white, then changes to your skin colour? They also have Pan stik as well. My sister used that. Lol.

argymargy Sun 23-Mar-25 07:08:59

FriedGreenTomatoes2

From the Telegraph: (which piqued my interest)

“ I’ve not really used a proper foundation for a few years. I tend just to use a little tinted moisturiser all over, and a bit of concealer where I need it. But there is one product that has changed all of that: Dior’s £48 Forever Skin Perfect multi-use foundation stick, one of the best foundations I have ever tried by far.

I was introduced to it while on a trip to the Cannes Film Festival last spring. Dior Makeup’s creative director Peter Philips was enthusiastically showing me and a couple of other beauty editors his most exciting launch in years: a shiny, palm-sized black case with a foundation stick within.

But Dior has spent five years developing the Forever foundation stick. Since its launch in the UK last autumn, it has been flying off shelves, which is not always a given for a luxury make-up product. But I can see why – rather than looking cakey on the skin and feeling drying, this foundation stick goes on like butter.

It’s also incredibly easy to use – just scribble on where you need it and blend – and there’s no need for concealer, either. “You can draw the stick straight on to your skin, and then blend it in with a brush or a beauty blender,” says Philips. I’ve been using a brush, which blends the foundation beautifully on to the skin, but I’ve also used my fingers and it works very well. You have a minute or two to blend the product in before it sets.

“The make-up result is a ‘filter’-like finish,” says Philips, “luminous and perfecting.”

It can of course be used all over the face, but for the most natural finish, just apply it where you feel you need to even out the complexion a little, and blend. It has enough coverage to cover my dark circles, which is always impressive in my book. I also love that it’s a portable size and easy to carry around for quick touch-ups or for travelling. It hasn’t left my handbag in weeks, and has become my go-to foundation for evening events.“

Sounds like a perfect cut&paste from Dior’s press release… 🙄

nanna8 Sun 23-Mar-25 04:15:14

Makeup protects you from the sun and nasty skin cancers, least the stuff they have here does. Good enough reason for me. I always wear it outdoors.

NotSpaghetti Sun 23-Mar-25 00:59:15

Usedtobeblonde

It sounds like the old Max Factor Panstick.
How many remember that?

Me!

CanadianGran Sat 22-Mar-25 23:46:41

It's a bit expensive, but Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter is really nice. I bought the smaller size to try it out, and am tempted to buy it again. I normally use a Canadian brand called Marcelle, they make a Sheer Tint Moisturizer, but not sure if it is available in UK. It's less than half the price of the CT one.

FriedGreenTomatoes2 Sat 22-Mar-25 20:47:35

I don’t think men do that to us Franski. 🤔
I think the majority of women who wear make up just enjoy doing so - for their own pleasure.

FriedGreenTomatoes2 Sat 22-Mar-25 20:41:30

True uttb! 😂
Just need some American tan tights to go with and peep toe white sandals …

Franski Sat 22-Mar-25 18:51:41

Drink lots of water ladies. Obvious but effective x. Ps I have no idea why brands get discontinued. But i hate how a lot of men make a lot of money out of trying to get women to feel like they are inadequate.

Usedtobeblonde Sat 22-Mar-25 18:27:02

It sounds like the old Max Factor Panstick.
How many remember that?

FriedGreenTomatoes2 Sat 22-Mar-25 16:40:46

From the Telegraph: (which piqued my interest)

“ I’ve not really used a proper foundation for a few years. I tend just to use a little tinted moisturiser all over, and a bit of concealer where I need it. But there is one product that has changed all of that: Dior’s £48 Forever Skin Perfect multi-use foundation stick, one of the best foundations I have ever tried by far.

I was introduced to it while on a trip to the Cannes Film Festival last spring. Dior Makeup’s creative director Peter Philips was enthusiastically showing me and a couple of other beauty editors his most exciting launch in years: a shiny, palm-sized black case with a foundation stick within.

But Dior has spent five years developing the Forever foundation stick. Since its launch in the UK last autumn, it has been flying off shelves, which is not always a given for a luxury make-up product. But I can see why – rather than looking cakey on the skin and feeling drying, this foundation stick goes on like butter.

It’s also incredibly easy to use – just scribble on where you need it and blend – and there’s no need for concealer, either. “You can draw the stick straight on to your skin, and then blend it in with a brush or a beauty blender,” says Philips. I’ve been using a brush, which blends the foundation beautifully on to the skin, but I’ve also used my fingers and it works very well. You have a minute or two to blend the product in before it sets.

“The make-up result is a ‘filter’-like finish,” says Philips, “luminous and perfecting.”

It can of course be used all over the face, but for the most natural finish, just apply it where you feel you need to even out the complexion a little, and blend. It has enough coverage to cover my dark circles, which is always impressive in my book. I also love that it’s a portable size and easy to carry around for quick touch-ups or for travelling. It hasn’t left my handbag in weeks, and has become my go-to foundation for evening events.“

FriedGreenTomatoes2 Sat 22-Mar-25 16:35:50

This?
I might buy some. Dior. Great reviews for a ‘dewy’ look.

Furret Mon 17-Mar-25 09:38:39

Loved No 7 Hydral Luminous Skin Perfector.

It’s a very lightly tinted moisturiser which leaves skin looking fresh. No caking, smooths in easily with just a hint of colour. Ideal for ageing skin.

Now it’s been discontinued. Need a replacement.

Reading the reviews others are having difficulties finding a replacement too.

Any suggestions please?