Pan-Cake

Max Factor

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3.3

121 reviews
60%
would repurchase
3.4/5
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ingredients

Talc, Mineral Oil, Water, Stearic Acid, PEG 32, PEG 6, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Triethanolamine, Lanolin, Propylparaben, Sorbic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Fragrance (Parfum), Sulfated Castor Oil, Methylparaben, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, May Contain ( /-): Ultramarines

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    5.0
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    PCarrie84

    16 years ago

    I can honestly say this is the best foundation I tested out. It is a Water activated powder foundation, when you add water to your foundation brush and mix it in the cake, a nice creamy emulsion...

    About reviewer (84 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinDry, Olive

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    mg1363

    16 years ago

    OK this is just my initial review as I just got this product but as far as application goes I think that the easiest way to apply is with a good makeup brush (like the heavenly brush or kabuki...

    About reviewer (29 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    letsbedazzle

    16 years ago

    When I tried this at first with my MAC 187, I almost gave up on it. I loved the idea of customizable coverage, and the old-school concept of a pancake. But when I blended it in, it made my fairly...

    About reviewer (65 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    msaddler

    16 years ago

    I used to use a powder foundation but as I've gotten older, and my skin drier, the powder started to settle into the some of my more noticeable lines. I tried just about any and every makeup out...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    Rbeezer

    16 years ago

    I bought this because for the price, I was willing to be open minded. Too bad it didn't work out. I have dry skin and this didn't work well with it. In addition, it made my pores look larger.

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Other

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    tanni

    16 years ago

    First off, I need to say that I do like this foundation very much, but, today it upset me a little... Why I like it- It has great coverage, blends into the skin well, and provides a matte...

    About reviewer (160 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesHazel

    1.0
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    Littlel07

    16 years ago

    I couldn't get this to look right. i love the whole water activated thing, but felt wet and didnt like the coverage it provided. I love the packaging... literally looks like a pancake. Wont be...

    About reviewer (42 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    Divinorum

    17 years ago

    I was surprised I liked this. I commented on the lovely skin of a coworker of mine who didn't look like she had any m/u on and she said this was her foundation of choice. I usually stay away from...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    SqueekEBat

    17 years ago

    I really love this stuff personally. It is tricky to put on, but what works for me is: 1) Use a foundation brush and dip it water 2) Soak the cake with water and then apply the makeup to your...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    luckylouie

    17 years ago

    This is my summertime foundation, when Max Factor Panstick is too heavy for my slightly oily skin or when I want to go out dancing all night. This just doesn't sweat off!!! I find it almost as...

    About reviewer (816 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    susancowden

    17 years ago

    I purchased this product after reading the reviews here and becoming intrigued. I prefer long-wearing, medium to full coverage foundations and am always looking for something new. I use Estee...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    MoxieFairy67

    17 years ago

    Weird stuff. You gotta use it with a wet sponge, which to me did not seem very hygienic. Also, it's hard to blend, what a pain to go through specially when you could get another one that gives you...

    About reviewer (26 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Tan

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    youdroppedabalmonme

    17 years ago

    My tried and true since high school is Pan-Cake Natural No. 1, the lightest shade. Great for warm-toned PPPs. Although I will often swipe on a tinted moisturizer or liquid foundation in a hurry,...

    About reviewer (420 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Fair

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    bjborsody

    17 years ago

    I really like this foundation. You have to be willing to put the effort into making it work, but the end result to me is worth it. It is important to know that the colors look to be 2 to 3 shades...

    About reviewer (54 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinVery Oily

    HairBrunette

    EyesHazel

    1.0
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    jetfan

    17 years ago

    Tried this, hard to apply, hard to get the screw top off (though I am a bit of a spaz) When I finally did get it to apply, the finish was to flat and just not nice looking. The color (tan2) was...

    About reviewer (96 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Warm

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    DianaBlackbird

    17 years ago

    I can really say that Max Factor was a genius at making make-up that looks sooo good and old school fav. I'd previously had used the MF compact foundation which had lasted me a couple years too...

    About reviewer (197 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    zms868

    17 years ago

    I bought this product after reading a positive review by Paula Begoun. Pity it doesn't work for me, especially since it wasn't exactly cheap! ($26.95 AUD) I bought it in True Beige, seeing as it...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

    HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    Karceski

    17 years ago

    This is actually a pretty good product and its CHEAP!!!! I find it works best with a thick sponge. Get the sponge wet, do not put water directly into the compact. Then rub in a circular motion, you...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinVery Oily, Fair

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    SuummerL

    17 years ago

    This stuff is way to hard to put on, worked on my face for and hour and a half before I stopped. I looked at my face only to see, streaks all over

    About reviewer (22 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinAcne-prone

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    1.0
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    IslandGirlSPN

    17 years ago

    Wow those other reviews were NOT kidding when they said this stuff is tricky to apply. I got this in 125 True Beige which I found was way too pale for me. I washed and exfoliated my face then...

    About reviewer (1017 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown