Before the MAC Pro Sculpting hit the scene and many a blog I bought a few cream foundations
from Avon on the cheap in the hope of achieving a sculpted look without costing the earth.
I have of course since picked up the MAC Pro Sculpting creams but that is due to colour choice
not quality which I will go on to explain in a moment.
Essentially using cream products to contour and highlight is nothing new within the beauty world
but with the likes of Kim Kardashian et al forever mentioning and photographing the technique
more and more of us are attempting the sculpted look ourselves with various products and methods.
Personally I only reach for cream products when i'm going somewhere special such as a night out
or an event, I find it a little too much effort for everyday wear haha!
My preferred method of application is using small tapered synthetic brushes, I tend to apply the shades
very much like the diagram above but only I don't put quite as much focus on my neck.
I do apply and blend out the highlight and contour marks before applying my foundation
but sometimes on a particularly bloated day I do add a little extra on top of my foundation
but let's keep that confession between just us!
So why do I use Avon Ideal Flawless Cream foundations?
Well not only do they blend well but the colour range particularly the light-mid options is vast,
once on the skin they set and stay put even on my oily skin thanks to their cream to powder formulation.
The other thing is that with huge pores like mine you do have to be careful in what you apply to
troublesome areas but as the Ideal Flawless Cream foundation is matte, it doesn't gather into my pores and the oil formula is perfect for those that struggle with oil control.
My only niggle with using the Avon foundations is such a way is that if you have a deep skin tone you will struggle finding a decent contour shade as the deep colour range isn't all that wide.
For reference I use shade Creamy Natural as my highlight and Caramel as my contour,
at the moment Caramel is a little too deep which is why I bought a MAC alternative.
Otherwise I am really happy with the Ideal Flawless formula so much so I have bought one
to use as an everyday foundation.
Avon Ideal Flawless Cream Foundation currently £4.99 (regularly £12.99) via Avon - link
I love a good cream product, cant believe how cheap these are either!x
ReplyDeleteI typically don't wear cream make-up during the day, as it just feels too heavy, but for photoshoots and stuff I usually use products like this (my favorite for contouring atm is Manasi Makeup's Lyster Bronzing Cream!) because it just gives the skin a really flawless, dewey look :)
ReplyDeleteGreat find! And even better price ;)
- Erin xo
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These look pretty cool to be honest! Would love to see a pic of them in action too. The Mac ones look good but so so expensive. These are cheap and cheerful though but I wouldn't have a clue what shades to go for!
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This is probably a lot cheaper than the Cover FX cream foundation I just purchased. I wonder how it compares? Really love the Cover FX.
ReplyDeletelove this post!
ReplyDeleteGood idea, going to have to purchase a contour shade x
ReplyDeleteWow the price is fantastic compared to the MAC alternatives.
ReplyDeleteI would certainly give cream contouring a go.
Liz
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xxx
Thanks for the review! I really wanna try these out! :)
ReplyDeleteI will invest in the light shade, because I can see myself quickly running out of my MAC Accentuate cream :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a bargain! I can't believe I paid £35 for the MAC creams!!!
They look good, I use my concealer palette for sculpting, I'd be lost without it I love a good contour xx
ReplyDeleteoh i'd like to try these now! they look so wonderfully creamy and significantly cheaper than the mac pro sculpting cream haha :) x
ReplyDeleteWow! Such a great post. Avon has some standout products, this is a much more afforable alternative.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds great. I'm used to using powders to contour, but I feel like it doesn't work as well as it could.
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Switch to creams :) I had the same problems before and now I couldn't be happier :)
DeleteI've not actually used these Avon foundations and am quite intrigued, might have to snap a couple up while they are on sale and give them a whirl. It's so important to contour if you want to avoid moonface but getting the products that are right for you can take some practice.
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I've had a look at these avon foundations a couple of times and now at the price I don't think I can say no! Always looking to try a new way to contour as I'm more of a highlight person :) x
ReplyDeleteGreat review i really wanna try these!:)
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I never ever contour, perhaps I need to! This is a great post, I'm glad there are other alternatives to the pricier options for contouring - I couldn't find a shade from the range at MAC that suited my skin x
ReplyDeleteContouring is my ongoing mission which I am determined to accomplish! Thank you for the tips :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm yet to master this elusive contouring.One day....one day x
ReplyDeleteWhat shades would you recommend for pale skin?
ReplyDeleteHi Katie, I'd go for two shades lighter as your highlight and two deeper for your contour. I don't want to recommend any specific shades as I don't know your skin tone or preferences sorry about that but if I can help in any other way just let me know or email me :)
DeleteThank you, I have been an Avon Rep for over 10 years and love love love our product lines - thanks for the great post.
ReplyDeleteGreat post.
ReplyDeleteI've also bought dark foundations (cream stick form) to contour rather than bother wasting my money of products that say they are made just for contouring, because similar they are just the same as choosing a darker foundation in my opinion.
I blogged about using my Laura Mercier stick foundations which i use to contour with.
Not a fan of Avon foundations. They don't get on well with my skin.
Jules x
Great review I usually contour with powder but I really want to try cream contouring without spending a small fortune before I know I like it! What would you recommend to blend them into the skin?
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