L'Oreal • Translucide luminous foundation [DISCONTINUED] • Liquid

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Nuriel on 11/9/2003 4:19:00 PM more reviews by Nuriel

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Red   Eyes: Blue    

Overall I say this is a concealer for clearer skin. I am prone to breakouts on my combination skin and ran out of my Club Monaco (also discontinued) foundation,so being a cheapie I couldnt resist the 1.99 sale. Throughout the summer I noticed a slight glow and enjoyed the smooth application and feel of the product. Some think that it is too oily, but I dont really see an oily seperation in the bottle, and I never have had a need to shake it up. My biggest complaint is the bottle: The makeup builds up in the cap and causes a whole lot of gunky waste around the lip of the bottle and the lid, which is a hassel, and a waste of product. I read one review where the girl said she liked the pump top: I would like that option but in Seattle the only ones I saw were in the bottle with twist off lid. Pretty good, but not enough coverage to hide all my acne redness. Hopefully it will be promising during these winter months as well.

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*TOP REVIEWER* chi77 on 10/31/2003 8:01:00 AM more reviews by chi77

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I like the packaging that comes in a convenient pump. I strike off 1 lippie cause the closest shade to my skintone is not a 100% match. But it's not obvious. This foundation gives medium coverage and a luminous glow to my complexion. May repurchase if I cannot find something that matches its price and performance.UPDATE: The pump is indeed a defect when you're about to finish this pdt. You pump and it squirts out and splashes all over!! It got onto my bed covers, floor, shirt, dressing table...awwww..

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jesha on 10/8/2003 12:19:00 AM more reviews by jesha

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Red   Eyes: Hazel    

I try other foundations occasionally but always come back to L'Oreal--either this or Mattique. They discontinued Mattique so I tried this one and liked the fact that it was more natural and dewy looking. Downside: it makes my face very oily. Upside: it still looks natural, maintains great coverage. Even when I took a two-week trip to Italy it withstood 100-degree heat and high humidity like a champ. L'Oreal rules.

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cacharelle on 9/26/2003 4:05:00 AM more reviews by cacharelle

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

A bit too thick for my liking, also the colour range is not great. Would not purchase again.

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*TOP REVIEWER* xxwesishotxx on 9/24/2003 9:46:00 PM more reviews by xxwesishotxx

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Green    

I generally don't like foundations because they make me look too done-up. But I *LOVE* Translucide. I found it on clearance at $1.99 so I picked up two bottles and fell in love. It's so sheer that you can't really tell I have it on, and yet it makes my skin look 10 times better. It's weird that it has a scent, but I like it. It's just too bad that I had to discover it after it had been discontinued.

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urban_chic on 9/23/2003 11:03:00 PM more reviews by urban_chic

Age: 19-24   Skin: Very Oily   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I thought that I found an excellent alternative to Revlon's Skinlights Diffusing Tint, and I was right! This one provides just the same amount of coverage with a fresh dewy finish! However, as good as it was, L'Oreal decided to discontinue this in Canada. How maddening! I went back to the store to get more and stock up, but they were already out. :( I guess I'll stick to Revlon's then, which is a tad bit pricier, but equally great!

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ribbon on 9/17/2003 12:31:00 AM more reviews by ribbon

Age: 25-29   Skin: Dry   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

I love this product...using my third bottle already. Excellent coverage, lovely scent, hygienic packaging, affordable. Works great on my dry skin. I don't even need to apply loose powder over it. The best thing is it doesn't even look like makeup... people just think I have beautiful skin! Just be sure to get the right colour though. The best is to go to their counter and ask for help. If you end up with the wrong colour it can be very frustrating. I hope they don't discontinue this in SG.

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vze3bn2k on 9/10/2003 10:51:00 AM more reviews by vze3bn2k

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I liked this foundation, can't say love though. It is a pretty good foundation that give a very nice glow on your face. I looked like a doll when I was using it lol :) The only thing is I love those sheer lightweight foundation (i'm using Chanel now, expensive, but really SHEER) and this one is kinda thick.

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*TOP REVIEWER* kittyhawk on 8/19/2003 8:59:00 PM more reviews by kittyhawk

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

After a bad experience with the Translucide Loose Powder, I'd say this is a winner. It is luminous yet not greasy. It looks real natural and covers well. It doesn't have that shiny look but just a nice healthy glow that doesn't accentuate lines and pores. UPDATE: ok, I loved this but unfortunately it oxidized so badly on me that my face turned orange by mid-day, so embarassing. Anyway, I still like it alot but I might just get a lighter shade the next time.

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smiggle on 8/16/2003 9:58:00 AM more reviews by smiggle

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Black    

Love this foundation! Lucky to score a perfect match in nude beige... glides on smoothly & don't need much to get even coverage. Easy to build on, & has a little shimmer to give a very refined finish. Does separate a bit after long-wear, but dust some powder to set & it should be fine.

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audrey122 on 8/7/2003 1:26:00 PM more reviews by audrey122

Age: Unknown   Skin: Dry   Hair: Black   Eyes: Green    

I have been useing this product as long as its been around, and I am very upset that it will be discontinued! But I will still try to find it on clearance. Its perfect, it gives you a dewy shimmery, flawless look, great coverage and great colors! And with the SPf and vitamin C, I felt good wearing it everyday! I just hope I can find something close to this! :(

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ibaluvlyprincess on 7/29/2003 4:17:00 PM more reviews by ibaluvlyprincess

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I bought a bottle of this foundation when I saw it on sale at Rite Aid for $2.99. I tried it and... I LOVE IT! But of course, now it's going to be discontinued
:( Everyone commented on how great my skin looked and the coverage is perfect.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Aphrael813 on 7/26/2003 6:13:00 AM more reviews by Aphrael813

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I must say this is uncanny to Giorgio Armani LSF, though it doesn't last as long and separates as time goes by. The color match is also slightly inferior, but I was lucky to match in nude beige. Not so cheap for a drugstore foundation, so I'd rather buy something highend.

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bluemagnolia on 7/22/2003 3:10:00 PM more reviews by bluemagnolia

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

I got this very cheap - 1.99. I thought it was way too greasy and stinky. It felt like mud mixed with oil. The color was good though.

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*TOP REVIEWER* SuzyCutie on 7/9/2003 8:10:00 PM more reviews by SuzyCutie

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Red, Curly, Fine   Eyes: Green    

Just picked this up-was 75% off @CVS-gives a great glowy finish and wears well.Such a shame that it is to be d/c'd.I bought two,should last me a bit.Not reccomended for oily skin,mine is on the dry side and I have to touch up with powder.

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Rocket07 on 7/9/2003 7:42:00 PM more reviews by Rocket07

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Oily   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

I bought this in Pale for around 1 or 2 dollars, and I am so glad!! It makes my skin look very smooth, and a beautiful dewy look- I'll love this in the winter when I have dry skin. Right now my skin is oily, so I'll have to use my NYC powder in the middle of the day. The packaging is very nice, and I just love the way it makes my skin look!

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ZoeMc on 6/23/2003 1:24:00 AM more reviews by ZoeMc

Age: 30-35   Skin: Very Oily   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Green    

I'm giving this three lippies because of the colors offered -- they're very natural and not too orange or pink or too yellow. I have very pale skin and I was easliy able to find a perfect color match. This formula, however, was really not for me. My skin is extremely oily and I live in a very humid environment. Within a matter of only a few minutes, this foundation slipped down my face like clay and my skin just ooooozed oil. The "glowy" skin look is also somewhat dated, I think. But if you have dry skin that's beginning to look dull I imagine this foundation is worth a look

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nynylvlv on 6/22/2003 11:13:00 PM more reviews by nynylvlv

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Other    

I LOVE THIS FOUNDATION! I am a PPP with yellowish undertones and have used this for a few years in the lightest color. Absolutely love it. Pefect color match, soft dewy finish, very blendable, still looks pretty good after a long day. By far best drugstore foundation I've used. Not that it's important, but Instyle and Paula Begoun always rate this high too! I also like Armani and Laura Mercier foundations, but this easily competes with both of those and is SO MUCH cheaper! Does a great job of covering my acne/reddness and works well with my oily skin. Except I hear it is being discontinued, I need to go out and buy a bunch of bottles!

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*TOP REVIEWER* LaurenJ on 6/14/2003 4:57:00 PM more reviews by LaurenJ

Age: Unknown   Skin: Normal   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

I bought this on a whim and am so glad that I did! I perfer this 110% to the Chanel foundation I have been using. Gives a great glow and is perfect for summer! GREAT foundation, love it! :)

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tenlover on 6/10/2003 3:28:00 AM more reviews by tenlover

Age: 25-29   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Other    

In my opinion this is one of the better drugstore foundations I have tried.
I bought nude beige for my LLL skin and it works beautifully. I have dry/combo skin and it does tend to get a little oily with this foundation towards the end of the day however I have yet to break out from using it.
I like the glowy finish that it gives and have actually gotten comments from male coworkers. "You look all smooth and glowy" and "I like the way your face looks today". All in all a good buy if you have drier skin and can find your shade. Oh yeah and I did take a lippie away because it can be hard to get out of the bottle, it's kinda thick.

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