Can someone reccomend a good face wash & foundation.

[AliBaby]

I use cetahil face cleanser. It is so gentle and doesnt irritate the skin or cause blemishes.

For foundation I actualy love Covergirl true blend whipped foundation (its in a jar). It is solight and fluffy that it doesnt looked caked on when you put it on your skin but also gives good coverage. ITs cheap too. Only $15 a jar cheaper if its on special.

I do use a concealer. I think its a ceap BYS one ($4.95) I find it makes a difference.

However the thign that makes the biggest difference and I find that makes my skin flawless is when after foundaion I use Physicians formula mineral powder in translucent ($30). I get it at Priceline. You cant even tell you are wearing it and it covers my skin.

HTH

[Muffy]

Thanks Ali!!
Your skin always looks amazing so i will definantly check out those products!!
How long do you find that covergirl foundation lasts you??

[Sequoia]

What sort of moisturiser and SPF are you using? I tend to spend less on things I wash down the drain (like cleanser and shampoo) and more on things that stay on my face (moisturiser and foundation).

What's your budget?

[AliBaby]

AWww thanks hun

I wear make up everyday and it lasts me probably 2mths. You dont need much of it as its all light and fluffy and spreads really easily.

[Heaven]

Pure cover is a great mineral foundation! Google it! It's cheap and doesn't have nasty bismuth or talc. Looks great, lasts ages.
For facewash I use Sukin organics because it doesn't have any nasty stuff and doesn't dry your skin out.

[Muffy]

sequoia - when it comes to face was and foundation i dont really have a budget.. its the only thing that i ever buy for myself so its my little treat!!!
thanks heaven i will have a look at that one too!!!
Ali - i dont wear makeup everyday so it should last me a while! thanks x

[Sequoia]

I use the MooGoo oil cleansing method, there are all types from dry to oily to combo skin cleansers, great for removing make up at the end of the day.

Like AliBaby, I like something gentle too, I use QV in the morning.

I use a Prescriptives foundation that I bought from Mecca. I'm hesitant to go to a specific make up counter at Myer or DJ's but at Mecca they have lots of different types. Yes, it's high-end but worth it.

Good luck!

[JLeigh29]

I use the Body Shop Seaweed face wash and toner as I have sensitive, combination skin and pimples too. The toner makes a huge difference, but you definitely need to then moisturise before you use foundation.
I am using a Revlon mineral one atm and it has quite good coverage. It also looks quite natural. I am looking for a change too (don't want the nasties) and have seen the Nude by Nature ads. Could they be worth a go? Does anyone use them and could maybe let us know how much they are?
I wouldn't recommend the Almay mineral foundation as it made my skin itchy and the coverage wasn't as good as the Revlon foundation.

[BabyQ]

I use a Prescriptives foundation that I bought from Mecca. Yes, it's high-end but worth it.

Good luck!

I second Sequoia's comment! They can color match ANY tone to perfection..(I've got quite fair skin and most times even the fairest colors won't match me.

However I have also found Estee Lauder Maximum Coverage is made to be a concealer but works beautifully as a foundation...real porcelain finish with just a TINY amount..i'm talking pinhead size dotted around will do (all around my eyes). around $50-ish.

as for cleansers, I'm taking notes here....but have found tea tree face mask (the body shop) great if I feel breakouts coming...