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Liquid - Cle de Peau - Refining Fluid Foundation SPF 24

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rated 4.4(26 reviews)

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  • 69% would buy again
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  • Price: $$$$

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rated 4 of 5 top reviewermrsbigsky on 1/28/2012 12:26:00 PM More reviews by mrsbigsky

Age: 30-35 Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium Eyes: Blue

I've worn this foundation for the last two years. I've gone through two bottles. My last bottle just ran out. For now, I am in search of a cheaper dupe. Not sure if there is such a thing, because this truly gives me a great glow. I'm very fair and the B10 seems to match well. (a tad dark to be picky but I was matched to this shade) It's like a tinted moisturizer with extra coverage. I switched off between this and double wear (my thicker foundation) because some days I prefer lighter coverage than other days.
I do get compliments when I wear this foundation. I've worn it on top of Mac's strobe cream and it really gives you that hollywood glow.
It costs over $100 and I've never purchased a pricier foundation. It's really ridiculous!

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rated 5 of 5 top reviewerCharismaSL on 1/12/2012 11:15:00 PM More reviews by CharismaSL

Age: 30-35 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

This is a fantastic foundation. It leaves my skin glowing and natural yet providing me with enough coverage to hide imperfections. I like to apply this with my fingers and it just melts into my skin, I don't get that heavy, mask-like feeling when I wear this foundation. I wear O10 for my NC20 skintone. It also lasts me the whole day and looks great in pictures too. This is the next best thing I found since my HG Teint Innocence was d/c. I would say this foundation and the one from Sisley is one of my top favourites. I prefer wearing this if I want a tad bit heavier coverage to hide imperfections and for a more sheer coverage I love my Sisley liquid foundation. Am in love with these two foundations. Will definitely rebuy them both.

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rated 5 of 5 daphlia on 8/1/2011 3:56:00 AM More reviews by daphlia

Age: 30-35 Skin: Very Dry, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

i LOVE this product! I have to say it is the best foundation that I've ever had. I have very dry skin but this product leaves on my skin very soft and silky. It just gives you enough coverage that you can wear this everyday and not too heavy. The first day when I had this on, one of my friends asked me about what product that I used because it makes my skin glow in a very natural way! Despite its steep price, I would definitely purchase again.

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rated 5 of 5 top reviewerdodobat on 7/21/2011 10:29:00 AM More reviews by dodobat

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral Hair: Brown, Straight, Other Eyes: Brown

I have extremely sensitive combination-dry skin and this foundation is my holy grail! The consistency of this foundation is very lightweight and fluid yet the coverage can be described as sheer to medium. Don't be fooled by the thin consistency of the foundation. Some people call it CdP's 'tinted moisturiser' but in my opinion that is not an accurate description of this product. This product easily blows LM's TM out of the water any time!

This foundation manages to cover my flaws (I don't have many except for the occasional odd breakout and broken capilaries on my face) but at the same time looking ultra natural. I also find that I do not necessarily need a separate undereye concealer when I wear this foundation. Also, a little really goes a long way! You only need one pump to cover your whole face.

This foundation also contains some shimmery particles in it to give the complexion a luminous glow. As with all CdP foundations' shade system, this foundation comes in a chroma of 3 different shades; I - Ivory, B - Beige and O - Ochre. I wear this foundation in the shade I10 and it is a 100% match for my NC15-20 asian skintone. I have never ever came across a foundation that matches me better than this one. The only downside of this foundation is the price. At USD120 for 30ml this foundation is extremely expensive but I do believe that you get what you pay for and that I would much rather spend on one excellent product than on a few mediocre products.

I usually set this with a dusting of loose powder but I do still notice that it tends to fade by the end of the day. It does not bother me but for those looking for a long lasting foundation this might not be the best choice. Because this foundation is rather moisturizing I would not recommend it to those with oily skins. All in all this is an excellent foundation and I would definitely repurchase this when I run out.

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rated 5 of 5 AgentKitty on 1/27/2011 1:42:00 PM More reviews by AgentKitty

Age: 36-43 Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

again, this company has created a perfect product. This with the concealer and I don't need anything else on my skin.

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rated 3 of 5 fornight on 9/2/2010 11:00:00 AM More reviews by fornight

Age: Unknown Skin: Combination, Medium, Cool Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Black

It is a nice foundation but not as long lasting as it should be - considering the price. I don't find it so good that it is the best choice out there for liquid foundation.
I think there are similar quality with cheaper price tag that I can get. I will not repurchase it.

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rated 5 of 5 top reviewerrpolisk on 8/30/2010 8:11:00 AM More reviews by rpolisk

Age: 44-55 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

This stuff is unbelievable. The most perfect finish and on me a perfect match in B20. I have both yellow in red in my skin and find that usually foudations look too pink or to sallow. This foundation covers well, and seemingly miraculously allows your skin to show through, but greatly improved. Pores are tighter, dark spots disapear. I wear it over my Avene spf 50 emulsion and there is no heavy or sticky feeling, even after hours in the sun. The coverage is sheer and yet completely present and lasts over 10 hours. I don't care that it costs a fortune. It will save me oodles on other products because this is pretty much all I need from now on. Talk about holy grail.

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rated 5 of 5 Lesa63 on 5/2/2010 8:47:00 AM More reviews by Lesa63

Age: 44-55 Skin: Other, Medium, Not Sure Hair: Red, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

after my foundation line was discontinued I came across this in my search- LOVE IT!
My skin is at home in this I wear shade B20- really the best foundation I have ever used. I also go to my capture totale foundation - which is different but also very good- however this CLP foundation is fabulous- I wear my capture totale serum and cream and primer under and apply this with my fingers for a fuller coverage and use the CLP loose powder the best!

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rated 5 of 5 laraffinee on 4/29/2010 4:34:00 PM More reviews by laraffinee

Age: 56 & Over Skin: Normal, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Blond, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

This foundation is the absolute best foundation i have ever used. After about 10 bottles of every other highly rated brand in all price ranges, I finally decided to plunk down the cash for this foundation. I had been avoiding it because I thought the price was obscene. This foundation makes me look perfectly radiant. I do have good skin, but I can get a bit red, especially at events with a lot of hustle and bustle, and this keeps my skin looking calm and beautiful. I don't know how they do it, but it allows my skin to glow thorough, while giving it a uniform look. No other foundation that I have ever tired has been able to do this - this stuff is amazing! I like the pump bottle too, because it travels well. This is definitely my Holy Grail foundation. Yes, I wish it was less expensive, but I find it worth every penny. I use shade B20 and I have light/medium skin - it looks better than the custom blend I had made for me at the now defunct Prescriptives.

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rated 5 of 5 top reviewertulipsplash on 4/24/2010 5:06:00 PM More reviews by tulipsplash

Age: 36-43 Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Blond, Other, Other Eyes: Green

Per Paula Begoun's critique:
PROS: titanium dioxide provides sufficient sun protection; smooth, fluid texture that blends well and sets to a satin-matte finish with a hint of luminescence; water/silicone-based foundation best suited for normal to slightly dry or slightly oily skin;
CONS: cost ($118) and limited access (sold only in select department stores like Saks Fifth Avenue); Paula warns that B10 is too peach and B20 is slightly peach.
GOOD2KNOW:
the color code: Each shade is prefaced with either a B (for Beige); an O (for ocher) an I (possibly for Ivory???).

Also, this (like most all foundations) wears better if you prime the skin beforehand with a skin-appropriate moisturizer, serum, sunscreen, or primer etc. You gotta put something under it.
Reference: Age 39. My skintone is in the family of MAC NW20. The SA recommended I try O20. I could ALMOST pull this off, but alas, it was too yellow for me. If someone with as much pink in her skin as me can almost wear this yellow-based color, I would say O20 is definitely a neutral, wearable, natural-looking, yellow-based shade without going too yellow. Dewey finish that doesn't turn colors or oxidize. Coverage is light to medium.
Yes, I would repurchase upon finding the right shade for me, which I believe I could do without any interference from an SA.

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rated 4 of 5 redsnapper on 2/5/2010 12:25:00 PM More reviews by redsnapper

Age: 56 & Over Skin: Dry, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Red, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

While I like this foundation, I wish that it were just a little less pink. The packaging is great and the product has a nice finish and texture. I like a dewy smooth foundation which makes my skin look flawless without appearing "masky". I also love the Amore Pacific foundation in the jar(Skin Renewal)

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rated 5 of 5 top reviewerbubblysteph on 9/27/2009 4:30:00 AM More reviews by bubblysteph

Age: 19-24 Skin: Normal, Fair, Neutral Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine Eyes: Black

**Update as of 7 Jul 2010**
I just repurchased, just in a shade lighter. My old bottle lasted me a LONG time. I used it on daily basis for at least 2 months but it hasn't even hit the window. I only use half a pump of product and apply with a brush - don't know if this matters. I think this has good pigmentation that you don't have to cake the foundation on.
I also have dry patches on face during the winter and it doesn't cling to them or cake on them, which is GOOD, well, unless using too much. My Chanel Teint Innocence clinged badly to dry patches!
**Original Review**
This is insanely expensive just as the other products from the brand, but imo this just worths the price tag. I'm a die hard fan for their concealer btw.
Back to the foundation, it provides sheer to medium coverage when applied with a brush and a fuller coverage with fingers. It gives my skin a very nice glow - helps me to pretend that I have healthy skin, lol. It actually has some very very fine silver shimmer to do the trick. They are hard to see but they are there. I actually didn't notice them when the SA tried this on me and if I did realized their existence, I probably would steer away as I'm always afraid of turning my face into a disco ball.
This actually reminds me of my previous HG Chanel Teint Innocence liquid but this has way better staying power. To be honest, the staying power is so good that I don't need a touch up (more oilies at T-zone during summer but genrally normal to dry) - note that I wear my foundation for like 12 hours a day and now is still freaking hot and humid though it should be autumn here in Asia. I'm not sure if my Chanel loose powder helped or not - I used to use the Lola Pressed Powder to set my foundation. Anyway, even without oil blotting, my face doesn't shine too badly and of course, I would look better if I blot away the oil and apply loose powder again.
I always have issues to transferring some of the fdt to tissue paper when I sneeze and this is pretty much transfer-free unless rubbing deliberately.
I also like the pump bottle design with a small window indicating how much fdt is left at the back - such a user-friendly design for an opaque bottle. Well, I still prefer a transparent one - easier to figure out how much is left. Therefore 4 for the packaging.
But at the time being, I'm very sure that I'll repurchase despite of the price, which is the only thing I don't like abt this foundation. :P

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rated 1 of 5 nicci404 on 5/31/2009 1:53:00 AM More reviews by nicci404

Age: 25-29 Skin: Oily, Fair-Medium, Cool Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium Eyes: Brown

I only liked the color match but nothing else really. It does feel light and feels like you are not wearing make-up but the staying power was very poor. I weared it for 4 days and took it back. If I am going to pay that much for a foundation it should have strong staying power. I went back to using Sisley oil-free foundation which has a much better staying power and also feels light. I wanted to try Cle De Peau from hearing all the good reviews but I was not impressed and will not be repurchasing.

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rated 3 of 5 top reviewerEolo on 4/3/2009 3:48:00 AM More reviews by Eolo

Age: 30-35 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

Thanks to Hawko's generous thoughtfulness as usual, I got a sample of this foundation to give a test drive.
I was matched in I10 and while this blended wonderfully with the aid of my skunk brush, it wasn't as subtle as I thought it would be. It looks beautiful on my skin but it definitely looks like I'm wearing makeup which definitely isn't my main goal, for something that is light to medium I was kinda surprised it looked so unnatural.
For what it costs and the overall result, I don't think it's worth it. Something that you should splurge on if you like the polished foundation look but don't need the coverage of the cream version and definitely won't purchase this.

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rated 5 of 5 snicklefrytz on 2/1/2009 5:18:00 PM More reviews by snicklefrytz

Age: 36-43 Skin: Combination, Other, Not Sure Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

Love, love, love. Love the consistency. Love the coverage. Love everything about it.

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rated 5 of 5 jeantanpk on 1/14/2009 2:56:00 AM More reviews by jeantanpk

Age: 30-35 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Black

I am into my second bottle and i love it. I used to be Lancome's idol teint but i get breakout occassionaly during super hot days and pms. This is exceptionally moisturizing without messing into oil pool even after lunch, i suppose this is the first time for me! But frankly i dint like the scent, it smell like indian incense.

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rated 2 of 5 ciscocat on 11/27/2008 9:41:00 AM More reviews by ciscocat

Age: 36-43 Skin: Oily, Other, Not Sure Hair: Blond, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

I bought this a few months ago because I'd heard wonderful things about it and liked the high TO sunscreen. But it is NOT worth the price ($115 US). It is a very runny, fluid foundation that doesn't provide very good coverage. Initially it looks very radiant, but it doesn't take long before this make-up begins to slide and my pores to peek through. When I used their loose powder to set, the lightest color (IIO) turned pink. I have used CDP cream and find that to be a better foundation and easier to work with. It also has a great pale shade that isn't duplicated in the Refining formula. If you have perfect skin and want to pay top dollar for couple of bells and whistles, then this may be for you. But I'll stick with my GA foundation, which give an airbrushed look at half the cost.

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rated 5 of 5 sakie on 11/25/2008 12:08:00 PM More reviews by sakie

Age: 30-35 Skin: Dry, Other, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

My favorite foundation so far. I have extremely dry and sensitive skin. It's easy to apply with your fingers since it's very light-weighted although the pump is not my favorite way to dispense. However, the quality of this foundation is high. It doesn't cake (a problem if you have dry skin even if you moisturize/hydrate). There's an ingredient that gives the skin a nice glow but not a shiny/oily look, so it looks great all day. I really like the fact that you only need your fingers to apply. Not only do do you use less foundation this way, but also I don't need to clean any brushes/sponges or risk getting bacteria from dirty brushes/sponges. I don't get an allergic reaction to this product which is the number one priority of people like me who has ULTRA sensitive skin. I will definitely buy again even though it's expensive.

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rated 4 of 5 top reviewerHawko on 9/6/2008 2:34:00 PM More reviews by Hawko

Age: 44-55 Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm Hair: Brunette, Straight, Coarse Eyes: Brown

I have this in O30, the package does not claimed to have spf 24 since the standard is more stricter in Canada (according to Paula).
I will give it a 3.5 lippie. Its watery consistency makes it easy to apply without primer, provides sheer coverage & yet buildabe coverage. The result is like putting on a foundation after a moisturizing facial mask in one simple step, skin looks dewy & refresh but by no means greasy. However, I still find this fdn is but slightly above average.
Comparing the cream version O30 side by side, the colour in the liquid is lighter & cooler (not as yellow, no warmth, more in the ivory toned than ochre); so if you are olive, proceed with caution. The airless pump is one of the best, it even allows a smidge disposal of the fluid. On a daily basis, I can go thru the entire bottle in 1-1.5 months, its C$135 here. No re-purchase.
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rated 5 of 5 bergtoldhsd9 on 8/30/2008 9:02:00 PM More reviews by bergtoldhsd9

Age: 30-35 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

I love this tuff. I like that it comes in a pump. I feel that it will prevent germs in the makeup. It slides on soooo smooth. It gives light coverage with a sheer fnish. It looks really fresh and clean. The price is high. The woman at saks told me the wrong price. She was off by 50% of course it was 50% higher. I did not realize until after I got home. I tried it and will definatly keep it. I just hope it lasts a while. If you can get past the price go for it.

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