Celeb make-up artist Emily Cheng not too long ago glammed up Gracie Abrams utilizing Hourglass Phantasm Luminous Glow Basis, however you needn’t be a star to get the identical glow.
As a longtime Hourglass fan, testing out its new prolonged basis shades was a should for me. (For the reason that colder seasons have my pores and skin tone leaning on the cooler/impartial aspect of the colour wheel, I discovered my greatest match to be shade 15: Medium Cool Rosy.)
It’s not day-after-day you discover a basis that caters to undertones starting from cool (winter) to heat peach (summer season), and I’m hooked for all times on this sport changer of a method.
Learn on for my full evaluation of the star-worthy base — and the accompanying brush.
My evaluation
Hourglass Phantasm Luminous Glow Basis
Professionals:
- Hydrating
- No creasing
- Comprises SPF however doesn’t irritate eyes
- Allergen pleasant
Cons:
- Doesn’t work greatest with oily pores and skin
I wore a full Hourglass basis beat to the workplace, and have have by no means obtained so many compliments at work. Colleagues I barely converse to — and even common close by coworkers — remarked that I seemed completely radiant. All that optimistic suggestions utterly modified how I take into consideration my day by day make-up routine.
After beginning the day at 6:30 a.m. and leaving the workplace round 8:30 p.m., my make-up nonetheless seemed and felt intact (other than my lipstick) — good for my after-work social plans.
Hourglass Ambient Gentle Glow Basis Brush
Professionals:
- Light-weight and feels prime quality
- Bristle density holds product effectively, however nonetheless applies easily
- Compact measurement
To correctly take a look at Hourglass’ basis brush, I utilized the product on two separate days (within the workplace lavatory, below the identical lighting) — in the future utilizing the comb, and the opposite utilizing my arms. The distinction in protection was quick and noticeable, highlighting simply how a lot software technique can affect the efficiency of a basis.
All through my month of testing, I discovered the method utilized extra evenly with the Hourglass-branded device, and even lower my software time in half.
Designed to imitate the fragile and exact management of the fingertips, the cruelty-free brush encompasses a distinctive vegan fiber expertise and customized bristles for easy mixing and intuitive, even software.
Total, I most popular utilizing the comb, because it yielded one of the best outcomes and lasted longer (and saved my make-up wanting more energizing) all through the day.
Is it value it? Right here’s the ultimate verdict
On the cusp of 34, I’ve realized that tremendous traces don’t wish to be coated — they wish to be negotiated with. After a 14-hour put on take a look at, the Hourglass basis was nonetheless delivering luscious hydration and protection that smoothed out texture with out settling into my traces. The tone match was so good, I did triple takes within the mirror.
Buildable protection is a standout function, however software technique additionally makes an enormous distinction. The method is extraordinarily easy and glides on like a gloss — and because it’s so hydrating, you don’t have to moisturize beforehand. Given Hourglass’ dedication to wash make-up, it got here as no shock that the inspiration coated my rosacea with zero irritation.
