Revlon ColorStay Makeup Reviews
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“brilliant”
Written on: 17/04/2013 by megansarah
this foundation is brilliant! makes you the right colour you want to be , ORANGE! covers spots and blemishes if you use atleast 14 squirts of the product. Fantastic! (read more)
“Great foundation”
Written on: 13/03/2013
I suffer with bad skin and breakouts and found nothing that would cover and look flawless till I found this foundation that my friend recomemded love it great coverage and you can get it for dry or oily skin there is 2 ranges.i used this on my wedding day everyone said I look stunning and flawless .i would recommend if you have really oily skin to finish it off with powder last you all day if you find it hard to get on I applie mine with fingers but lots of people put it on with damp sponge... (read more)
“Lasted 19 hours in 45 degree heat!”
Written on: 22/01/2013 by reanspeaks (1 review written)
After hearing great things from Youtubers and fellow bloggers about this foundation, I thought I'd give it a try. Testing it on a 45 degree heat (or 113 Fahrenheit), and wearing it for 19 hours straight - it definitely lasted on my face for that long! The only problem I found with this is the lack of oil control. Though I purchased the range for combination/oily skin, I still had a constant shine over my face. See more about my experience at my blog: http://wp.me/p2OuiT-2u. (read more)
“Best drug store foundation out there!”
Written on: 16/01/2013 by Crazyblonde (1 review written)
You have no I dea how surprised I was with the quality of this foundation. I have incredibly oily skin, and usually I have to reapply foundation bronzer and powder about two hours after I put it on. I've tried tons of products, both drug store and high end, and honestly, this foundation works better than all of them for me. My previous foundation crush was NARS Matte Finish, but at $40 bucks a bottle, I wasn't crazy about repurchasing. Plus I was still reapplying makeup every couple hours.... (read more)
“Hello there acne”
Written on: 02/10/2012
This foundation is great when it comes to vovergage and all that ... but watch out , you WILL break out within a week if you have acne prone skin at all . (read more)
“Only foundation I use”
Written on: 09/06/2012
This foundation is perfect for my skin. It has medium coverage, long- lasting powers for my incredibly oily skin, and sun screen. I find just using my fingers to apply is fine. The only thing I don't like is the bottle, but I have been able to manage :) (read more)
“Lovely”
Written on: 23/04/2012 by thescreamingpanther (5 reviews written)
I decided to branch out from my usual foundation - I was tired of it feeling too greasy and heavy. I read some reviews and decided to try Colorstay. It was a little more expensive than my usual, but at £12 it's still a cheaper than many others - and definitely value for money! It feels really light, and blends really well with my skin tone. It's definitely the best foundation I've used. My skin has a tendency to be quite dry, and all the foundations I've tried so far have only highlighted... (read more)
“Revlon Colorstay :(”
Written on: 03/11/2011 by SweetCheek (1 review written)
im very disappointed in this product, i heard such good reviews on this product so i decided to go to the shop and purchase this. The proce was very high for a drug store foundation. it cost me £12.50, and what a waste of money it was, i still got more than half the bottle left, this foundation smell was horendous, very chemicalfied, the coverage was ok however by the end of the day it did tend to become very oily, and my face looked grey. i will not be getting this product again. And... (read more)
“I have tried so many make up lines and I ALWAYS come...”
Written on: 01/05/2011
I have tried so many make up lines and I ALWAYS come back to this brand...some reviewers say it is blotchy and I will say that you must put on a moisturizer first or it will "grab" and won't let go. I use a sponge applicator to apply my foundation with and it is awesome! It is liquid which I like as you can smooth it where you need it. Just remember, it WILL stay wherever you leave it, hence the name "Colorstay"! Be sure to blend and don't be afraid to apply more if you need it after... (read more)
“I bought this foundation after hearing it lasted a...”
Written on: 04/08/2010
I bought this foundation after hearing it lasted a long time while giving medium to full coverage, (a must for me as I'd used foundations in the past that just started to "slide" off my face after just two hours...not nice). I bought and used the oily/combination skin version in and I have to say, I haven't looked back since! By far the best out of the foundations I've tried in the past. Here's an overview:
Pros:
- Lasts AGES: OK, it started fading a little with me after about 5-6 hours,...
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 31/05/2011
Wow what a really great reiew, i was considering purchasing this foundation and have the same skin-type as yours by the sounds of it and now i am definately going to get it! thankss!
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“After 3 years of trying a variety of foundations from...”
Written on: 20/06/2010 by lillaurz (3 reviews written)
After 3 years of trying a variety of foundations from different brands, i wasn't satisfied with any of them.I don't usually use Revlon but as i have an oily T-zone and dry skin around my cheeks i thought i'll try the Revlon Colourstay oily/combination type.Also, as the foundation is full coverage i thought it might cover up the redness around my nose and cheeks-which it has!
I payed £11.99 for the foundation which in my opinion is good value.
On the other hand,the foundation bottle has an...
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“i loved it was very easy to apply and controlled my...”
Written on: 13/06/2010
i loved it was very easy to apply and controlled my oily skin , soft, it made my skin look flawless . i love it :) (read more)
“I often find it hard to find a foundation that does...”
Written on: 21/05/2010 by laylaxxx (1 review written)
I often find it hard to find a foundation that does exactly what i want. I want a long lasting foundation, that looks flawless and is the right colour for my skin. The Revlon colorstay foundation is great!! I have used so many and am usually disapointed. I have used benefit, bare escentuals and many more.I am half egyptian, so am quite tanned and can never ever find the right colour but the true beige colour is perfect for me. My skin isnt bad but i have slight redness on my cheeks that i... (read more)
Laylaxxx's Response to laylaxxx's Review
Written on: 22/05/2010
sorry the colour foundation i use is fresh beige (just in case the colour i wrote doesn't exist!!!)
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“Its the best foundation I have ever used! And I have...”
Written on: 05/04/2010
Its the best foundation I have ever used! And I have used a lot of foundations, many costing double the price! I have combination skin and prone to break outs. It covers my acne well as well as a mole. Simply brilliant! You will not be disappointed! (read more)
“So I tried this after not having much luck finding a...”
Written on: 31/03/2010
So I tried this after not having much luck finding a drugstore foundation that will last a day in the Australian summer. Heard so many good things on the internet and decided to go for it, despite the price ($38AU, fortunately I got it 15% off, but still).
Firstly, colours were difficult. I have a fair complexion with more of a yellow undertone, so went for sand beige 180. It's not an exact match but is close enough. However I was impressed that they have it for oily/combo and normal/dry...
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“to start of with i loved this foundation covered my...”
Written on: 22/02/2010 by kcandy0181 (1 review written)
to start of with i loved this foundation covered my acne scars but it was starting to make me break out in more acne. i then noticed when i would wash my face with my face washer it was very hard to clean the make up of the facewasher. i left it over night came back to wash my face and saw that the foundation bleached my facewasher and also my towels. after i saw this i have not used the foundation since... if a foundation bleaches material imagine what it has done to my face. NOT HAPPY! i... (read more)
“This product was pretty good for a drugstore...”
Written on: 06/02/2010
This product was pretty good for a drugstore foundation. Although, their color selection was very limited (I couldn't find a shade that was light and yellow enough for me) so I couldn't find my shade. This foundation was extremely thick so application is hard because you need to work fast with it or it'll dry up on your skin. You need to blend it really good because it won't look similar to your skin. Coverage is good. I don't like how the foundation comes in a open top bottle (It pours out... (read more)
“After 20 years of using Estee Lauder Double Wear...”
Written on: 30/12/2009
After 20 years of using Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation, I started to notice that (as I approach 40)it was drying my skin out and I need a change. I have been on the search for 2 years now and purchased everything from "high-end" to "low-budget". Nothing has worked until now. Revlon Colorstay Foundation is amazing! It has great coverage and stays on all day (more than 16 hours) until you take it off. No touch-ups needed. (read more)
“fantastic! i love this foundation, its my number one...”
Written on: 26/11/2009
fantastic! i love this foundation, its my number one purchase! i use the one for oily skin and i swear, it doesnt clog my pores or cause breakouts, its just brilliant. i find it quite thick, but thats fine because it gives excellent coverage, but doesnt look 'caked on'. if i HAVE to choose one negative point, it would be that you csnnot apply it with a foundation brush as it clogs up the bristles, unlike other foundations i have used. BUT, i wouldnt consider it too much of a problem as you... (read more)
“I broke out so bad after just two days of use i will...”
Written on: 03/11/2009
I broke out so bad after just two days of use i will never buy this product again and i defintely wouldnt recommend it to anyone who is prone to acne breakouts (read more)
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“Revlon ColorStay Makeup stays on ALL day and it...”
Written on: 18/05/2009
Revlon ColorStay Makeup stays on ALL day and it doesn't come off if you rub it or anything. It matches my skin, at least. (read more)
“I bought this Revlon ColorStay Makeup recently, the...”
Written on: 11/05/2009
I bought this Revlon ColorStay Makeup recently, the color in Comb skin seems darker for dry/normal skin, so end up pick the dry/normal skin -sandy beige. It is ok color to match my skin (mac NC25-NC30). Dry/normal skin because comb skin only have spf 6. The coverage is not as good as I expected, I have spots and redness around my chin, which for years always have spots on and off. It provide better than average coverage, and it does look quite heavy under certain lighting.I also feel my skin... (read more)
“This Revlon ColorStay Makeup foundation is brilliant! ...”
Written on: 03/05/2009 by ChickpeaLondon (1 review written)
This Revlon ColorStay Makeup foundation is brilliant! I've been searching for a light foundation for my wedding day, and here it is! Easy to apply, fairly runny consistency so glides over your skin easily, flawless finish, lightweight and it doesn't looked 'caked'. Great price ( £11.47), great colour, looks good if applied with fingers or brush, stays on your skin all day and was still in place when I woke up in the morning! (read more)
Guest's Response to ChickpeaLondon's Review
Written on: 31/07/2011
PRetty godd review except... u sleep with ur make up on !!!!!?????? no offence but thats a bad idea
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“I love this Revlon ColorStay Makeup foundation :). I...”
Written on: 23/04/2009
I love this Revlon ColorStay Makeup foundation :). I bought it 2 cover up my acne scars and blemeshes I just applied it yesterday for the first time and no kidding my pimples the next day dissapeared in the morning I didn't even need any foubdation. The color is a great match I'm a south asian with yellow undertones an nc30 to nc so I bought medium beige but I think in the winter months the sand beige would work well to they are almost identical. I'm satistied they only complaint is that it... (read more)
“Revlon ColorStay foundation is good, it does stay on...”
Written on: 20/04/2009
Revlon ColorStay foundation is good, it does stay on all day. Howether, it sometimes ends up looking patchy and lines appear or dark circles around your forehead, so make sure you get a shade VERY near to your natural colour. Great coverage howether. Not sure about the texture, slightly sticky? (read more)
“Revlon Colorstay is by far the best foundation i have...”
Written on: 25/02/2009
Revlon Colorstay is by far the best foundation i have ever used! I have been using it for years and occasionally tried some of the more expensive brands to test how they compared to Revlon but nothing compares. I have always gone back to this foundation.. It provides excellent coverage and keeps me looking flawless until I want to take it off. Its definately a great investment for those with oily skin too- just purchase the type for oily/combination skin.. Definately give it a 10/10! :) (read more)
“I love this! Revlon ColorStay Makeup is perfect for my...”
Written on: 29/12/2008 by bohemechick
I love this! Revlon ColorStay Makeup is perfect for my acne-prone skin. It covered all blemishes and pimples.It gave a flawless,natural look and it lasted all day long.
I definitely would buy this again.
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“I love the Revlon ColorStay Makeup softflex, the...”
Written on: 04/11/2008
I love the Revlon ColorStay Makeup softflex, the foundation moves with the natural crease lines on my face, which I cannot find with any other foundation on the market, this is important to me as I have a quirky scar, and other foundations usually break away around it when I talk. This foundation also covers the red area of my scar, which is hard to conceal with other foundations unless I use a specialist one
Just a brilliant foundation
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“Stays on all day ”
Written on: 03/11/2008 by kmaltman
Stays on all day
Gives great coverage - even on people with bad skin
Great selection of colours
I've used this foundation for about 3 years, everyday. It is the only foundation which stays on all day, and doesn't feel heavy on.
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“This foundation gives a good coverage but still looks...”
Written on: 02/10/2008 by Julie316 (40 reviews written)
This foundation gives a good coverage but still looks really natural, which I love. It also stays put all day in spite of my oily skin. I do get a little bit of shine through as the day goes on, but it doesn't look really bad or slide off like some other foundations.
Main bad points are the shoe polish-like smell and the fact that there's no dispenser on the bottle, so it's difficult to get the right amount.
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“I recommend using Revlon ColourStay make up, it gives...”
Written on: 22/09/2008
I recommend using Revlon ColourStay make up, it gives good coverage and lasted all day. (read more)
“I still like and use this product, because I haven't...”
Written on: 03/09/2008 by txsgrl (1 review written)
I still like and use this product, because I haven't found anything else that covers like this. Just wish it was more for the oily skin type, rather than the combination skin type. Wish they would go back to the old formula, and have more colors to choose from. (read more)
“Revlon ColorStay Makeup is hard to apply if you dont...”
Written on: 17/08/2008
Revlon ColorStay Makeup is hard to apply if you dont use a light moisturizer underneath right away. Great coverage, creates a soft matte look but get a color that matches to a T or you will have a serious line! Stays on all night long if you want it to. Make sure you wash your face everynight, it is a heavy foundation and can really make you break out if you dont wash your face nightly. (read more)
“Revlon ColorStay Makeup provides great coverage and...”
Written on: 05/07/2008
Revlon ColorStay Makeup provides great coverage and value. Not sure if it is good for older skin. Has lasting coverage. Great for summer and pool season, doesn't run off. (read more)
“I have spent so much time and money on trying to find...”
Written on: 24/06/2008 by ladybutterfly444 (1 review written)
I have spent so much time and money on trying to find a good foundation and finally I have found it! This foundation is fantastic. I have super oily skin and this doesn't slide off like all the others I have tried. It gives great coverage, your skin looks flawless and it covers acne and other skin imperfections. I am so pleased I have finally found a wonderful foundation that makes my imperfect skin look great. (read more)
“It stays on looking fresh all day. I have received so...”
Written on: 20/04/2008 by navareb (1 review written)
It stays on looking fresh all day. I have received so many compliments from so many, many women on how my foundation looks fresh. I am so pleased with it that I always share it with others. Especially with women that suffer with Melasma. The only disappointment now is that it has been replaced with ColorStay with Softflex and after trying the product it does not compare to the original because it does not have a full stay on coverage for skin problem as mine. I had to search online for who... (read more)
“Revlon ColorStay Makeup is excellent. Stays on and...”
Written on: 31/03/2008 by samz28
Revlon ColorStay Makeup is excellent. Stays on and lasts all day. Excellent for oily skin as make up usually slides off oily skin, but this stays put all day. Need more shades. (read more)
“Colors do not match my fair skin. ALL the colors seem...”
Written on: 06/12/2007 by Carolhm25 (3 reviews written)
Colors do not match my fair skin. ALL the colors seem to be for more medium, warm toned beige skin colors even the lightest color . Like usual, the foundation turned orange on my skin - just took longer to turn color because of the matte nature. My fair skin needs some pink and very little yellow or brown in a foundation. Overall good but would not recommend to someone with fair to very fair skin. (read more)
“How can you have just one shade for dark people which...”
Written on: 05/12/2007 by mercy chikukwa (1 review written)
How can you have just one shade for dark people which is ( mahogany 440 (read more)
“Revlon Colorstay Makeup is long lasting, great...”
Written on: 02/11/2007 by valkon
Revlon Colorstay Makeup is long lasting, great perfume, very good coverage, good price. (read more)
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“Really like the product just wish they'd bring back my...”
Written on: 27/06/2007 by CARLALAWSON
Really like the product just wish they'd bring back my old shade! (read more)
“This is an all time favourite foundation, that I...”
Written on: 01/05/2007 by makeaholic (1 review written)
This is an all time favourite foundation, that I sometimes feel has been overlooked/forgotten in favour of the more expensive products, who seem to get good reviews. But trust me, Revlon ColorStay Makeup foundation by far excels them. I have converted many a friend, who now love me forever! (read more)
“I am very pleased with the Revlon ColorStay Makeup...”
Written on: 21/03/2007 by happyface
I am very pleased with the Revlon ColorStay Makeup foundation. I have very sensitive skin and prone to breakouts. I have post acne marks, and had struggled to find a suitable foundation. I discovered the Revlon Caramel shade works perfectly for me. When I say perfect, I mean perfect! I like the natural look it leaves, and this foundation totally fades into my skin. I love it. (read more)
“Wonderful stuff - A+”
Written on: 02/03/2007 by slloyd (3 reviews written)
Wonderful stuff - A+ (read more)
“Revlon ColorStay foundation is not for everyday use,...”
Written on: 07/02/2007 by Delilah (3 reviews written)
Revlon ColorStay foundation is not for everyday use, as it is too heavy and obvious...good for a heavy night out, as this baby ain't budging!!!
I found it to be too hard going on my skin and it was an effort to remove it. For a lighter feel I'd recommend the Skinlights range, and this was much more light - the best of the Revlon bunch!
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“I bought this as I work long hours and wanted a...”
Written on: 19/11/2006 by sunshine114 (1 review written)
I bought this as I work long hours and wanted a foundation that would last.
The shade is fantastic, it looks so natural and the coverage is great - in fact for the first time ever I was told "don't you have lovely skin".
Think I will be buying this forever!
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“Since around the early to mid-90s, I religiously have...”
Written on: 15/10/2006 by makeupjunkie (1 review written)
Since around the early to mid-90s, I religiously have used Revlon's ColorStay Foundation. As a teenager, I had acne prone skin, and this was the only foundation that seemed to save me from embarrassment. It provided a full coverage that I could not find in any other foundation on the market at the time.
After the acne disappeared, I opted for other brands to suit my ever-changing skin, but I never was completely satisfied. I've tried several brands over the years: L'Oreal, Mary Kay,...
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“I decided to buy Revlon ColorStay Makeup Foundation...”
Written on: 28/09/2006 by blondoua (1 review written)
I decided to buy Revlon ColorStay Makeup Foundation after the good reviews I read and heard, but it didn't work for me so well. It dries up too fast and it's not so blendable, though it matched my skin colour (pale with yellows undertones). I obviously looked like I had make up on, even from 10 metres, plus it made me brake out more comparing to other brands! It lasts for hours though. (read more)
“I couldn't live without my Revlon ColorStay Makeup! It...”
Written on: 01/09/2006 by Akweller1
I couldn't live without my Revlon ColorStay Makeup! It gives a nice coverage without being too cakey and it lasts all day without coming off. Make sure you wash your face thoroughly at the end of the day though, as I use cleansing wipes and sometimes I don't get it all off unless I'm thorough! It's a bit pricey but I think it's worth it and it does last me a long time as I don't have to keep reapplying it. (read more)
“I like everything about Revlon ColorStay Makeup. It...”
Written on: 12/08/2006 by Anorel (1 review written)
I like everything about Revlon ColorStay Makeup. It gives great coverage and I feel confident that it will stay in place. I have just moved to Montreal and I can find the shade to match my color. Its like shades to fit me don't exist and I know it does cause this is the product I have used for years. I don't want a substitute. I want my Revelon Colorstay Cappuccino. No. 14. (read more)
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Xxcari32Xx's Comment
Written on: 23/08/2010
I found this review very helpful because I think I have nearly a whole Boots drawer full of various brand foundation and all of them are rubbish! I have oily skin, but good skin and not one of them do what they say on the tin. All make my skin oily within 1/2 and look caked. so thanks to the Review I have just been and spent a huge £ 11.99 and lets see, just put it on and looking good so far.