Max Factor Lasting Performance Review

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beaheretic's Review of Max Factor Lasting Performance

5th Sep 2005

Overall Rating

4.5 stars
  • Value for money
    4.5 stars
  • Length of Use
    1-4 weeks
  • Ease of Application
    4 stars
  • Durability
    Up to 8 hours
  • Purchase Brand
    First time
  • Ease of Removal
    4.5 stars
Good Points

Good texture for blending, long lasting, smooth application, good coverage.


Bad Points

Shades are too warm.


General Comments

When I shop for foundations, the qualities that most stand out for me are smoothness, matte-ness and colour, however I have recently added long wear to the list due to my busy lifestyle.
I have been quite disappointed in the past by other brands, such as Revlon Colourstay, and Almay Amazing Lasting make-up that claims to stay on for 16 hours. None of them had tones that were light enough for my skin (I'm very pale). It's more frustrating when brands stock shades starting from 02, instead of 01 because they are American products, so what you may think is the lightest isn't actually the lightest shade at all.
However, when I checked out Max Factor Lasting Performance, I concluded that 100 Fair is the lightest shade in both countries, and decided to opt for it in my search for a long lasting foundation. It really is a good foundation! Not only does it stay put i.e. not come off easily on clothes or other people, but it smooths out skin texture, similar to what Hypersmooth did, and the thick texture aids blending.
My skin texture isn't so great, so this was an added bonus. In addition to this, it also provided good coverage, and the foundation is formulated with silicone's (similar to many high end foundations) and not oils, so it won't clog pores.
My only criticism of this foundation, and in fact most of the Max Factor range, is that many of the shades available tend to be warmer shades, i.e. suitable for those with pink undertones. I have more of a yellow undertone, so usually prefer neutral shades of foundation, which also tend to control redness and neutralise the skin tone. (L'Oreal do a good selection of neutral shades, however their foundations tend to be a bit chalky).
I would say that I would definitely buy this product again, but that this foundation is probably not for those with dry skin! In fact, many long wearing foundations tend to cause a 'matte' finish, rather than a dewy one, which older skins may favour.
If you have drier skin, I suggest you try Revlon Colourstay in Natural, providing you're not very fair like me, otherwise you don't have a chance!

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