Rimmel • Clean Finish • Foundations

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DAndrea on 4/10/2012 9:57:00 AM more reviews by DAndrea

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily, Tan   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I truely love this foundation. It has a stick attached to the inside of the top so that when you take off the top, the foundation is on the stick. It has a creamy look in the bottle but it goes on like liquid foundation. I have oily skin and most foundations that i've used end up making me shiny and more oilier within a few hours of wearing it. But this foundation stays oil free on my face. I think the stick is for when the product get low, you can scrap it out with the stick.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Jennlw5 on 4/4/2012 9:12:00 PM more reviews by Jennlw5

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm   Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

This started out good, it was blendable, the color matched my skin nicely, and provided medium coverage. Then as the day went on I noticed it oxidizing on me, slowly as the day went on my skin took on an orange tint and the coverage seemed to fade as well.

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jptakesdc on 4/1/2012 9:19:00 PM more reviews by jptakesdc

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brown, Curly, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

AMAZING drugstore product! I have terrible skin (combination, acne scars, huge pores, very sensitive, blotchy, pink/reddish undertones, etc. etc.) and this works! It's not perfect as it doesn't last very long (usually several hours for me before I start getting oily and my pores start to show) but it's such an amazing price that it's worth it- I don't mind reapplying! It's very lightweight, clean, NOT cakey. It settles into fine lines a tiny bit but MUCH less than other foundations I've tried. It gives me a dewy finish and looks very natural yet matte. It has light to medium coverage but it's buildable and still looks so nice! I love this product, it's great for all ages. I would recommend it to anyone with skin issues, this is perfect for everyday use. However I probably would use something a bit heavier to go out at night/go dancing/etc.

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azngirlinla on 3/31/2012 12:33:00 PM more reviews by azngirlinla

Age: 30-35   Skin: Dry   Hair: Other   Eyes: Brown    

I went into CVS looking for a Revlon foundation, which I saw a youtube review on. I wasn't able to find it and stumbled upon Rimmel Clean Finish Foundation, I read that it makes pores appear smaller. I don't have extremely large pores, but I do notice my pores around my cheeks appear larger than the rest on my face. I decided to dab a little on the inner part of my arm and got a pretty good match with Soft Beige and it did seem conceal the pores on my arms. It was $4.99 but I am pretty sure Walmart is cheaper. I decided to get it and give it a try anyways, foundation for $5 is pretty damn good in my book=) I got home and applied it with my stippling brush, oh and forgot to mention the foundation comes with a spatula that is attached to the top of the bottle. I thought that was way better than trying to pour the foundation on my hand (less control). I applied it on my face and it did make my pores appear smaller or concealed them. I applied some translucent powder over it and my skin looked flawless, it's not too heavy too which is a major plus! I didn't give this product 5 stars because i do not like glass bottles to carry around in my bag. I prefer plastic to be on the safe side but overall it is a great foundation.

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Shar154 on 3/26/2012 9:14:00 PM more reviews by Shar154

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Oily, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

i have oily/dry/acne prone/post acne marked skin so i usually need a LOT of coverage but then i tried this foundation and it works so well! I use the true ivory, i wet my sponge swipe a thin layer over my entire face and then kinda stipple on another thin layer and it looks better than anything ive tried before (except for lancome!) but for the price yes and is much better than other brands like loreal and neutregena...it is a touch too dark for me (bc i layer) and it doesnt look well with heavy powders but overall this is a GREAT foundation and will def be repurchasing..

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kbenard on 3/22/2012 9:03:00 AM more reviews by kbenard

Age: 25-29   Skin: Dry, Dark, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Relaxed, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I bought this foundation in warm caramel. It is a great color match for my winter complexion. Revlon is my go HG Foundation brand but I needed something quick and cheap while I was visiting home one weekend. It works good enough. It provided light to medium coverage. It is this and has spatula which was impressive. It is not buildable in my opinion, nor is it matte it is more of a dewy finish. It is poreless as I didnt use a primer and I didn't notice my pores. I did not have problems with oxidation but even after I set it with powder it seemed to only last for 5 hours tops. I would buy it again because i know what I'm getting and for 5 dollars I didn't expect much but I was impressed. The color selection is limited for women of color.

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LolaBrw on 3/21/2012 7:55:00 AM more reviews by LolaBrw

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

Even though I wish I had read the reviews before I bought this, sometimes you never know until you try it for yourself. I actually bought this on a whim as it was on sale and I'm familiar with Rimmel's other foundation that I remember liking awhile back (the long lasting mineral wear one). The colors to choose from are definitely different from their other foundations - they run lighter. Strangely enough, just like the reviews I've read, this made me totally orange! It wasn't blendable at all for me, but it did hide my pores like it claims to. If you dislike looking dirty and orange, heed to the "CHEAP CHEAP!" advice and skip this foundation, there is nothing "Clean" about it.

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calmingapple on 3/12/2012 9:39:00 PM more reviews by calmingapple

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Green    

Hi ladies! Please read my general skin stats so that you can determine whether or not this review will be beneficial to you or not. I have pale skin (I have Scottish/Irish AND Ukranian ancestery!). My neck is slightly yellow undertone and my face leans towards palish-pink-ruddy (esp during PMS, very annoying). Okay, so with that out of the way, I applied HALF of this foundation on my face and compared it with my regular go-to foundation... the Rimmel clean finish makes me orange! Enough said really. No exaggeration. Just an ugly ugly orange. I don't know how this is "true ivory" :-( The little wand applicator was kinda cool and I like that aspect. Price is great for a foundation ($7-9 Cdn depending on which store you visit). Actual coverage was a little spotty... thick in some aspects and then too thin in others. I cannot explain it other than it did not go on uniformly. Maybe it was just my bottle... I don't know. But I hope my review helps the fair skinned gal who might be sitting on the fence on this one. Perhaps they will make a paler color soon???

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mayrarara on 3/3/2012 10:35:00 PM more reviews by mayrarara

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Black    

Really good foundation! It's not cakey, doesn't break me out, & has a really nice finish. The coverage is medium, but I don't see this as a problem, seeing as foundations are meant to even out the skin tone. It feels very light, not heavy at all

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waymire01 on 3/2/2012 3:39:00 PM more reviews by waymire01

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Curly, Fine   Eyes: Green    

Rimmel was on sale so I decided to give this a try. I really like it. I had a heck of a time deciding which color to buy, the light shades all look quite similar, but seem to be warm/cool/neutral. Similar to colorstay it is a different color inside than it appears through the bottle, you really have to open it to see the true color. I settled on the neutral even though I have warm tones because the warmer one appeared to be a bit darker and I am very fair. It matches really well. It does not have a pump, but it does have a very neat "paddle" applicator, I wish every non pump foundation came with this, it is very handy. The consistency is thicker, almost whipped, however it goes on very smooth and I had no trouble blending. Medium coverage, evens out skin tone and covers without looking like a mask. I have a lot of redness and it covered all of it. It seems quite wet and cooling but dries to a wonderful finish. It truly feels as if you have nothing on your face, not sticky, very smooth to the touch, no transferring. It looks really natural and has not gotten oily or broken down. I had no problems with oxidation. I would say it is matte to satin finish, just the tiniest bit of sheen, just enough to look natural. I did wear this with primer. I love this stuff and feel it is a perfect everyday foundation. This is a steal for the price.

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mernabear on 3/1/2012 7:55:00 PM more reviews by mernabear

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

UPDATE!!!!! after using this for about 2 weeks i noticed irritation so i decided to read the ingredients--THIS HAS TALC IN IT!!!! TALC is terrible for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Cant use it anymore im so sad i loved it :(
cant believe i have found my favorite foundation for only 3.99!! LOVE this! I have tried everything from clinique bobbie brown urban decay lancome laura mercier you name it! I dont mind spending big money for foundation but why would i when this is the best i have come across! TRY IT!!! it gives the perfect natural glow and i apply with a stippling brush.

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SkyAlternative on 2/28/2012 3:24:00 PM more reviews by SkyAlternative

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

Got this for half price at Walgreens during a sale. It's an okay product but I have a few issues with it. The formula looks creamy but once you try to blend it thickens up. It makes it hard to blend but you can still do it. The coverage is okay, it could be better. At Walgreens there weren't many color selections so I had to settle with one that a bit darkner than my skin tone. Overall I will probably use up the entire bottle but won't repurchase.

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NitaDoerksen on 2/26/2012 12:04:00 PM more reviews by NitaDoerksen

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Green    

Orange! I mix it with the body shop's vitamin E illuminating moisture cream, it gives me a more natural look+a glo+it moisturizes as the foundation is too dry for my skin! It has good coverage but does not make you look 100% poreless! It's really cheap, I won't buy it again tho!

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*TOP REVIEWER* DianaBlackbird on 2/25/2012 2:57:00 AM more reviews by DianaBlackbird

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

This is the worst ds foundation I have bought in a long time! I got warm sand because it was the lighest shade with yellow undertones. I discovered what oxidize finally means! My face turned an ompa lompa orange, I kid not. It also looked really cakey and my pores looked huge. Yikes! Kinda bummed out because I'd read so many good reviews and at such dirt cheap price:( This foundation might work for someone who has minimal skin problems and maybe pink undertoned?

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valley20 on 2/19/2012 11:16:00 PM more reviews by valley20

Age: 36-43   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I am 43 years old and up until now, have NEVER found a foundation that was the holy grail for me...until now! I've tried high-end and cheap brands and nothing ever looked right...i've thrown out several dozens of bottles over the years. Either the colors were wrong, they looked cakey or made me break out. My daughter purchased a bottle of Rimmel Clean Finish at Walmart for less than 4 bucks and didnt like the color and offered it to me so I tried it, not expecting it to be any good and I was shocked then thrilled with it. It went on smoothly and didnt feel cakey. It evens out my skin tone and brightens my complexion and I dont get that cakey look around my nostrils like other products give me. This is just what I have always wanted, a foundation that gives me a naturally smooth look without looking like I am wearing it. You have to look hard to see that I have it on, yet the improvement in the way my skin looks is definitely noticeable. I'm a happy girl!

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bethy999 on 2/19/2012 7:19:00 PM more reviews by bethy999

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

This will be a staple in my makeup bag from now on. I tried this on a whim and was in a lot of doubt since I'm pretty fair-skinned with combination type skin it's always hard to find a foundation that works for me (and matches). I use this with Rimmel Fix & Perfect primer. After letting the primer sit on my face and absorb for 5 minutes I put this foundation on, it has a cool little stick applicator attached to the lid that makes it easy to apply (no more yucky sponges) and it looks flawless. Matches my skin, and doesn't leave streaks. I've been using this for 3 weeks now and my skin isn't anymore oily so that's a huge plus. Love this stuff!

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BrieHeartsMakeup on 2/18/2012 6:27:00 PM more reviews by BrieHeartsMakeup

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

I LOVE this product!!!
To start, it lives up to its name- It is lightweight, the skin does look 100% poreless, and the vitamins and antioxidants in it even helped out my overal skin appearance over time!
One good tip when using this product is to moisturize with your everyday moisturizer first, let that sit for 5-10 minutes, and THEN apply the foundation. I found that it blended better when I did that(:
The price is amazing- under $4.00 and a lot of product. There's also a really handy and cute "scoop" attached to the lid to help get the product out.
You don't need to much to use- it has great coverage! The finished result is overal pretty matte. I definitely recomend this for any skin type!

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blondie86 on 2/5/2012 12:14:00 PM more reviews by blondie86

Age: 25-29   Skin: Very Oily, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Green    

Two words: THIS OXIDIZES. I love the finish, but the coverage is meh and it makes me look orange. I am too pale to pull off orange. It feels great going onto the skin, but unfortunately even the lightest color was too dark for me and I most definitely will not be repurchasing. This product is cheap, and I can see why.

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skylights90n on 1/29/2012 3:23:00 PM more reviews by skylights90n

Age: 56 & Over   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

I am amazed that such an inexpensive product follows through on its promises! It was less than $5.00 and there is a large amount. I wanted to replace expensive department store brands and just thought I would give it a try. The dry down is very fast and the finish is smooth and your pores do appear to be diminished. The surface is matte, so if you want a glow or a moisturized look this may not work for you. I found the coverage to be good. I have problems with reddish skin and nothing covers it completely. This does a fairly good job especially when you consider that it lasts and doesn't look caked on.

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BayJeanette on 1/24/2012 8:06:00 PM more reviews by BayJeanette

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

I love this foundation, especially for the price! I use this as my everyday light coverage foundation and it's perfect. It lasts a long time considering that the consistency is not thick at all! I wear natural ivory (I think) and its super SUPER easy to blend and doesn't dry up to quickly. I have an oily t-zone and I can have this right around my nose and it never feels greasy even after several hours. I highly recommend this for a lighter feel. I gave it four lippies instead of five because it doesn't cover my redness completely but does a pretty good job!

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