“But who else am I going to talk about this with but you?” 😂 I love the undertone deep dive, and your analysis was spot on. So you can talk about it with us all any time! ☺️ also the Gucci blush looks so good on you!! ❤
It’s a great match! Definitely natural looking, and I love the texture. Now I need to toggle between that and the NARS to know FOR SURE if Nars is still my favorite 🤣
I have been waiting on your review of the Gucci warm berry blush!!! I knew you would come through! 🙌🏽 TYSM!! Also, sell the foundations that don’t work for you on Mercari at a discounted price. They’re practically new! You can recoup some money and it doesn’t end up in the trash.
I had the same experience with Hourglass. I returned 11.5 and 12. I picked up Haus Lans in 300 MN and love it. Don’t feel bad about returning. Just do so in the 39 day window. Thanks for the great content.
oh my gosh! I needed to hear this! hahaha! I always feel bad returning! lol. What I do now when I'm not sure about a foundation I will buy the foundation and also.ask for a sample (at Sephora) of the same foundation and color to test it out that way if I don't like it I return the foundation new vs used. They will not trash it if it is not used.
@@debbieh9009 good idea, but as someone that worked in retail, unless the bottle/box is wrapped, for example in clear wrap, they will still trash it. There are crazy people in the world that can unscrew the top and who knows what they can put in it. Stores can’t take the risk and will trash it for liability reasons. All stores should offer samples. At least we don’t live in the UK, where you can’t return makeup.
@@debbieh9009 right that is a good way to do. I do things like that as well. But I had to get out of that mindset. Especially if it’s not as advertised. Like minimize pores and it doesn’t stuff like that
@@MyCrownstar yes I heard Macys toss it regardless but the worker at Sephora said they will restock an unopened item, which is why I did the sample. Oh well.
Your videos bring me so much joy. Idk why lol like who would think to make a video comparing different shades like this but it's so informative and entertaining... You're my fav ❤️ also I got a sample of the haus labs and I'm really impressed, I think it's a legit dupe for the la mer foundation at a fraction of the cost. I haven't tried the hourglass because I've got enough foundations that act as foundations. Maybe I'll pick up a sample next time in Sephora out of curiosity 😋 also I don't have any friends that are interested in makeup like I am so when you said "who else am I going to talk about this with other than you" I felt that 😅
I’m glad you did this video comparing the various Hourglass shades and Haus foundation. If you didn’t have the 3 Hourglass foundations we couldn’t see how difficult it is to pick the correct shade. Strange how 11.5 and 12 look very close. I think 11 (neutral) works for you and will look even better come fall/winter. And don’t feel guilty if you want to return the other foundations it is not something you do on a regular basis. The Haus foundation is a great match for you and it’s hard to see the difference between Nars. And I love the Gucci blush you picked! 😊❤️
Alicia girl don’t feel guilty for returning something that doesn’t work for you. They have a return policy so you’re utilizing it. The differences in the undertones of the HG foundation and the price point, girl you bet I would e returning if it didn’t work ❤❤
It’s so crazy how different the 11, 11.5 and 12 look swatched, but yet look almost identical on the skin. I think the more neutral one is your best bet. You’re probably going to be paler in another month or so and the other two might be too warm. I like the Haus Labs finish the best. I want that Gucci blush! Little girl, you are the most photogenic woman of everyone I watch. Thank you for a great vid.
Hourglass undertones have always been off. I’ve just resigned myself to the perspective that everything is not for everybody. I use what works. The price of these foundations doesn’t warrant me being a scientist. It’s frustrating
Sephora used to give you a little sample container for foundation upon request. Maybe Nordstrom does too but don't know if policies have changed since Covid. I think your final decision is right, keep only 11 and return the others.
I'm loving the Hourglass foundation but i still love my Nars light reflecting foundation, i quite like mixing my Hourglass with my Dior backstage it's a beautiful mix, i have combo skin (oily in the T zone and normal everywhere else) and these foundations have been working great for me
This had me on the edge of my seat. Have like 3 shades of both foundations in my Sephora basket because I'm an ass and can't go in person to swatch. Thanks, Alicia - I think I can pull the trigger now! So helpful!!!!
I'm so interested in this because you really have some color this year! Most of the year you are not this "tan/bronzed" I think if one of the hourglass foundations is closest to a shade that you can usually pick up year around and it works... 🤷🏽♀️ go with that one and return the rest. I'm sure you can reduce your carbon footprint in other ways 😉
New subscriber here. This was one of the most useful and informative videos I've seen about foundations! I'm quite close to your skin tone and undertone and struggle with picking foundations as well. Thank you for going into such depth, especially with the undertones! Love your candour. Also, instead of keeping or returning, you should sell the gently used Hourglass bottles... you get to get back some of your money as well!
I'm so glad to see your foundation swatches. I'm a skosh lighter than you and cool/red. Girl, those Hourglass swatches looked so yellow on you. I think your skin tone might be more like mine and cooler. Our depth of skin, everyone always told me I'm warm yellow toned and they looked so off. I bought in to the lie that 80% of skin tones are warm. I really just think these companies don't know how to formulate cool shades in the medium/deep depth. But when you find one it ends up matching. Definitely stick with 11. And don't feel bad about returning foundation when these brands clearly don't understand undertone and depth on darker shades.
Doh! You’re so right. 11 is grey-ish. Their “warm” is peach. 🤔 I’ve never found a shade match personally. Some brands just have different propensities. 😬 You are very kind and balanced in your phrasing… ☺️ As someone else mentioned, selling almost-new makeup is a reasonable way to prevent excess waste. Lots of used powder products (eyeshadow, blush, etc.) get sold on Mercari/Depop, but also foundations or other liquids that come in pumps (as opposed to wands or other methods where the product is potentially touched). Of course, it does require work/time to post, manage, and ship, so it’s not worthwhile for everyone. 💞
I was just in Sephora on Monday and couldn't find a shade match in the hourglass foundation...sooo I'm sticking with my Lancome care & glow...perfect shade match and I love the finish and wear.
that's interesting that you said Haus Labs reminds you of an elevated BB cream. I have the Chanel CC Cream and the deweyness of the Chanel and the Haus Labs looks pretty much identical however Haus Labs has just a tad more coverage. I'll be testing both on my face tomorrow to see which one has the best performance. Price wise they are both $45.
The Haus lab foundation looks the best on you. HG shade 11 although looks the closest shade, it just looks too dull so I think you can return all 3 shades 🤭
I struggled with finding the perfect match and I too felt bad about the constant returning and exchanging. I finally caved in and bought a foundation mixing pigment to customize any and every foundation and honestly best decision ever! Lol.
I feel your challenge with color matching. I was able to find the perfect match on the hourglass…this is better than all the previous ones. Have not tried Haus…will be a while since I am still trying to used up what I have. I also want to try the Westman Atelier
Hourglass shades have always been off for my skin tone as well. I haven’t checked out this new one for that reason. I just remember being so frustrated to find a match in the stick foundation as well as their other liquid foundation. I’m hearing so many good things about this one, I may breakdown and check it out.
I love Hourglass foundations - and my favorite will always be the stick. However, they all oxidize. Recently after my surgery, my skintone changed. The shade I used became too yellow. So, I swatch the hourglass shades on my arm and I would walk the store to wait to see what the color really is.
There is nothing in the Hourglass foundation that even remotely matches me (light-medium coo), so it’s Haus Labs for the win for me. That golden olive on you though…..😍😍😍
I originally had 12, returned for it 11 which I like but it can appear flat and grey at times. I ended up buying 12 again. It's the right undertone and I can balance out the look with other products. I feel like 11.5 and 12 look best. 10.5 is good when your summer color disappears.
Hello Ms. Alicia, I love your channel & adore you ❤️. I really like the 11 & 11.5. Perhaps, wear the 11.5 now & the 11 later in the winter months. You have such a beautiful complexion 🤩. I appreciate the breakdown of the shades. We are close in skin tone & it helps a lot to see the different shades. Sorry you had the buy 3 foundations, but I think you will have fun with since it is such an amazing formula. Looking forward to your next video. Thank you 😊. Cheers 😉🌷
Thanks for the thorough review and comparisons. I tried the Haus Labs in 330 and it was a pretty good shade match but it was too dewy and didn't perfect my skin as much as other foundations I like. I did return it and I felt a little guilty but I'm over it now.😌. I like both 11 and 11.5 on you in the Hourglass. It's a toss-up. I just ordered the new Guerlain Parure Gold Skin Matte Foundation from Selfridges in shade 4w. I'm looking forward to trying that one.
I was not at all interested in the Haus Labs foundation until this video. That looks beautiful on you! I would also like to know what happens when a foundation is returned. I’ve been told that it gets sent back to the manufacturer but then what do they do with it? I often struggle with the same dilemma on whether to keep or return foundation shades that are wrong for me.
The blush looks amazing on you I like the 11 on you…I have the same issue though I’ve light-light/med skin, it’s the slight olive in my skin as in green not yellow
Very helpful! Thanks Alicia! I understand about returning products but occasionally it's necessary. Try not to feel too badly about it. These foundations aren't cheap. 😅
You’re my foundation shade, but I’m oily, so I appreciate your reviews. I recently received samples of the Lisa Eldridge foundation and love it. I purchased 19 because winter will be approaching- I hope. I live in So Cal, so it might be 80 degrees in December this year 😂
I'm torn on the return issue. On the one hand, I understand feeling guilty about having the product thrown away. On the other hand, if you didn't return them, then Hourglass just sold you 3 bottles of foundation not because you wanted 3, but because their shade range is so crazy. I feel like the shades are the #1 complaint in the reviews I watched, so it's not just you. Ultimately, I think returning the ones that didn't work is the right choice. Hopefully, the amount of returns will let Hourglass know that they need to work on their shade range.
I think 11.5 is giving a brightening effect. I too chose the neutral tone because the others weren’t for me. Coming off of a summer tan could’ve been the cause…🤔 I do enjoy the foundation but it was an unnecessary purchase, in hindsight. I have other brands I enjoy more. Right now, I’m Obsessed with the Danessa Myricks Balm powder.
I was color matched with the Hourglass foundation in Sephora by a SA. However when I got it home and looked at it on my face in natural light it was totally wrong. Returned it
Alicia darling, for what I can see on the video everything looks great on you, except the 12. It´s a bit too yellow for winter. Just mix the HG 11 and 11.5. Hourglass colors are all over the place. I am a light/neutral shade, B30 on Chanel for reference, and in the Hourglass 7.5 is a perfect match for summer, I went to get a lighter color for winter, thinking that 6.5 would be the perfect match, and to my surprise, 6.5 is much darker/yellow than 7.5. The Haus looks fenomenal in the color you chose. Don´t hesitate to return a product, especially from HG, since their colors are very confusing, even in person. I took home three samples before I was able to find the right shade for me. Even the Sephora shade finder wasn´t helping. I personally prefer the Haus Lab formula, but even though I have dry/normal skin, I like to finish it with a light dusting of powder, it seems the powder seals the foundation, and gives it a better finish. The Gucci blush is gorgeous on you. Be glad you splurge. I also got one, and I like it better than my Chanel. Love you!
Hourglass foundation shades are tricky I own 3 bottles of the immaculate foundation… The shades looked good in store but would oxide with an warm orange tinge. Tempted to try the new foundation out but will need to grab heaps of samples first.
Thank you for showcasing the variety of shades. I have an olive undertone. The Haus labs may be a better undertone for me. You are an influencer and you buy a ton a makeup for your job. It makes sense that you would return a tiny bit of it.
I find it difficult to see which shade suits you better; while different on the swatches, they look great on the skin. Maybe a matter of preference? And since you mentioned it on the video, I recently bought Paradise Venus, what a beautiful a versatile colour!!
If it doesn't work for you, take it back. No guilt. You want ro feel good in your makeup and having something that doesn't work will take away from that.
Oh I'll return in seconds a foundation if the shade/undertone would be "meh", but in Romania we don't have this option. Only if the product isn't open...😮💨
I really appreciate your video. I'm not buying HausLabs. I also have trouble finding a good shade match because I too seem to have neutral leaning olive undertone, but not super olive. So pure neutral looks better than peach undertones. I often end up getting foundation that's too dark because the undertone match is better and then making concoctions. And often when I swatch in store I think that mixing two shades looks best. I love the look of CT Flawless Filter, though you've convinced me to try Nars... Also, no guilt on your returns. You provide the most amazing and detailed reviews!!! I'm so excited that more people are learning from your brilliance.
Is the haus labs 330 shade similar to shiseido radiant foundation 340 oak? 340 oak is my summer shade and armani luminous silk 6 my winter shade. 330 haus foundation looks good for you, but you said oak not quite right for you. Can you do a swatch with 330 haus and 340 oak please. Thankyou
@@MsSavvy9 I was surprised. Was dead set on getting “Rose Beige” which was more “Rose Griege” WHICH might not necessarily be a bad thing. I would need to try it 😬
I just debated for 20 minutes over my Haus Labs shade. I usually match to peach undertones, but what is rosy peach vs. golden peach? I went with golden but since when is golden "cool"? I have no idea if I picked correctly. 🙄
Haus Labs' shade wheel is different from what you're used to with other makeup brands because they adopt a system of undertones rooted in artistry. WARM = Pink, rosy or peach tones Most beauty brands define their warm as yellow or golden shades COOL = Yellow, golden or olive tones Most beauty brands define their cool as pink, rosy, or red NEUTRAL = Balance of warm + cool tones This is consistent across all beauty brands.
i don't understand the shame around returning items. sure, if you have someone to give it to do that, but get your money back! either way it's gonna end up in the trash if you're not using it
Your job requires you to buy more than the average person. I feel like hourglass is better for more golden people. I am golden and hourglass is my best match
Soooo, I’m the only one who still hasn’t forgotten about hourglass’s DOCUMENTED racist , islamophobic , and classicist horrifying remarks and acts towards their employees, but also us, the consumers?
I can relate to feeling quilt when returning products. However, brands make it so difficult to pick the right shade.
Can’t wait for the Gucci video.
“But who else am I going to talk about this with but you?” 😂 I love the undertone deep dive, and your analysis was spot on. So you can talk about it with us all any time! ☺️ also the Gucci blush looks so good on you!! ❤
Of everything you tried on, I like the Haus Labs complexion the best. I’m glad you are enjoying that one too. It makes your skin look very healthy.
It’s a great match! Definitely natural looking, and I love the texture. Now I need to toggle between that and the NARS to know FOR SURE if Nars is still my favorite 🤣
I have been waiting on your review of the Gucci warm berry blush!!! I knew you would come through! 🙌🏽 TYSM!!
Also, sell the foundations that don’t work for you on Mercari at a discounted price. They’re practically new! You can recoup some money and it doesn’t end up in the trash.
I had the same experience with Hourglass. I returned 11.5 and 12. I picked up Haus Lans in 300 MN and love it. Don’t feel bad about returning. Just do so in the 39 day window. Thanks for the great content.
I definitely think 11 is the better match. It’s a beautiful neutral shade. That blush is gorgeous also!!
Don’t get caught up in the guilt of “waste” for returning. It’s a “waste” of your money to keep it.
oh my gosh! I needed to hear this! hahaha! I always feel bad returning! lol. What I do now when I'm not sure about a foundation I will buy the foundation and also.ask for a sample (at Sephora) of the same foundation and color to test it out that way if I don't like it I return the foundation new vs used. They will not trash it if it is not used.
@@debbieh9009 good idea, but as someone that worked in retail, unless the bottle/box is wrapped, for example in clear wrap, they will still trash it. There are crazy people in the world that can unscrew the top and who knows what they can put in it. Stores can’t take the risk and will trash it for liability reasons.
All stores should offer samples. At least we don’t live in the UK, where you can’t return makeup.
@@debbieh9009 right that is a good way to do. I do things like that as well. But I had to get out of that mindset. Especially if it’s not as advertised. Like minimize pores and it doesn’t stuff like that
@@MyCrownstar yes I heard Macys toss it regardless but the worker at Sephora said they will restock an unopened item, which is why I did the sample. Oh well.
❤so true
Your videos bring me so much joy. Idk why lol like who would think to make a video comparing different shades like this but it's so informative and entertaining... You're my fav ❤️ also I got a sample of the haus labs and I'm really impressed, I think it's a legit dupe for the la mer foundation at a fraction of the cost. I haven't tried the hourglass because I've got enough foundations that act as foundations. Maybe I'll pick up a sample next time in Sephora out of curiosity 😋 also I don't have any friends that are interested in makeup like I am so when you said "who else am I going to talk about this with other than you" I felt that 😅
I’m literally waitinggggg for your danessa myricks light work 4 review!!! It’s literally the only one that matters 😂😂❤️❤️❤️
I’m glad you did this video comparing the various Hourglass shades and Haus foundation. If you didn’t have the 3 Hourglass foundations we couldn’t see how difficult it is to pick the correct shade. Strange how 11.5 and 12 look very close. I think 11 (neutral) works for you and will look even better come fall/winter. And don’t feel guilty if you want to return the other foundations it is not something you do on a regular basis. The Haus foundation is a great match for you and it’s hard to see the difference between Nars. And I love the Gucci blush you picked! 😊❤️
Alicia girl don’t feel guilty for returning something that doesn’t work for you. They have a return policy so you’re utilizing it. The differences in the undertones of the HG foundation and the price point, girl you bet I would e returning if it didn’t work ❤❤
Ohhh foundation matching so hard for hourglass. I haven’t seen anyone who’s dead match
It’s so crazy how different the 11, 11.5 and 12 look swatched, but yet look almost identical on the skin. I think the more neutral one is your best bet. You’re probably going to be paler in another month or so and the other two might be too warm. I like the Haus Labs finish the best. I want that Gucci blush! Little girl, you are the most photogenic woman of everyone I watch. Thank you for a great vid.
11.5 looks nice and bright on you, Alicia.
Hourglass undertones have always been off. I’ve just resigned myself to the perspective that everything is not for everybody. I use what works. The price of these foundations doesn’t warrant me being a scientist. It’s frustrating
Hey there Alicia! Hope you are having an amazing day! Never watched one of these videos before. Excited to watch! 😊🤎💜💙💚🧡
Sephora used to give you a little sample container for foundation upon request. Maybe Nordstrom does too but don't know if policies have changed since Covid. I think your final decision is right, keep only 11 and return the others.
Omg the Gucci looks amazing on you! And luv the Haus. Just bought it so I’ll see…looks very promising.
I'm loving the Hourglass foundation but i still love my Nars light reflecting foundation, i quite like mixing my Hourglass with my Dior backstage it's a beautiful mix, i have combo skin (oily in the T zone and normal everywhere else) and these foundations have been working great for me
This had me on the edge of my seat. Have like 3 shades of both foundations in my Sephora basket because I'm an ass and can't go in person to swatch. Thanks, Alicia - I think I can pull the trigger now! So helpful!!!!
Haus labs is THE BEST match I’ve ever gotten. They got the light olive color correct!!! Loving it.
Right!? They nailed the olive like whoa 👌🏽
What shade did you get, Cathy?
@@jennyt2429 I was between 260 and 190. I ended up getting 190 since we are heading into winter here in MD.
I'm so interested in this because you really have some color this year! Most of the year you are not this "tan/bronzed" I think if one of the hourglass foundations is closest to a shade that you can usually pick up year around and it works... 🤷🏽♀️ go with that one and return the rest. I'm sure you can reduce your carbon footprint in other ways 😉
Wow this video was so helpful. Really thank you. I feel like my complexion similar to yours is so hard to match.
Absolutely return them! Hourglass is guilty of the spacing out shades trick to make it appear as though they have a wide shade range.
this was super interesting! Thank you for showing us these nuances 😆
My brain melted by the end, but I’m happy with my decision 🥴🥴🥴
Love that Haus Labs foundation, I’m happy I picked it up vs the Hourglass one.❤
You and I are foundation twins and shade 10.5 is a great match in the Hourglass foundation. 10.5 is a neutral/golden/olive undertone.
New subscriber here. This was one of the most useful and informative videos I've seen about foundations! I'm quite close to your skin tone and undertone and struggle with picking foundations as well. Thank you for going into such depth, especially with the undertones! Love your candour. Also, instead of keeping or returning, you should sell the gently used Hourglass bottles... you get to get back some of your money as well!
I like the 11.5 on you. It makes your skin look more youthful and bright.
I'm so glad to see your foundation swatches. I'm a skosh lighter than you and cool/red. Girl, those Hourglass swatches looked so yellow on you. I think your skin tone might be more like mine and cooler. Our depth of skin, everyone always told me I'm warm yellow toned and they looked so off. I bought in to the lie that 80% of skin tones are warm. I really just think these companies don't know how to formulate cool shades in the medium/deep depth. But when you find one it ends up matching. Definitely stick with 11. And don't feel bad about returning foundation when these brands clearly don't understand undertone and depth on darker shades.
Doh! You’re so right. 11 is grey-ish. Their “warm” is peach. 🤔 I’ve never found a shade match personally. Some brands just have different propensities. 😬 You are very kind and balanced in your phrasing… ☺️
As someone else mentioned, selling almost-new makeup is a reasonable way to prevent excess waste. Lots of used powder products (eyeshadow, blush, etc.) get sold on Mercari/Depop, but also foundations or other liquids that come in pumps (as opposed to wands or other methods where the product is potentially touched). Of course, it does require work/time to post, manage, and ship, so it’s not worthwhile for everyone.
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Return the foundation. Don’t feel bad. And the blush is beautiful.
I was just in Sephora on Monday and couldn't find a shade match in the hourglass foundation...sooo I'm sticking with my Lancome care & glow...perfect shade match and I love the finish and wear.
that's interesting that you said Haus Labs reminds you of an elevated BB cream. I have the Chanel CC Cream and the deweyness of the Chanel and the Haus Labs looks pretty much identical however Haus Labs has just a tad more coverage. I'll be testing both on my face tomorrow to see which one has the best performance. Price wise they are both $45.
That blush is stunning on you! I personally got rosy beige and love it
The Haus lab foundation looks the best on you. HG shade 11 although looks the closest shade, it just looks too dull so I think you can return all 3 shades 🤭
😂😂😂
I struggled with finding the perfect match and I too felt bad about the constant returning and exchanging. I finally caved in and bought a foundation mixing pigment to customize any and every foundation and honestly best decision ever! Lol.
The 11.5 actually looked really nice. The 11 will probably look better like you said when your summer complexion cools a bit.
Yes, and I’ve just been mixing them together. The finish is fantastic!
I feel your challenge with color matching. I was able to find the perfect match on the hourglass…this is better than all the previous ones. Have not tried Haus…will be a while since I am still trying to used up what I have. I also want to try the Westman Atelier
Hourglass shades have always been off for my skin tone as well. I haven’t checked out this new one for that reason. I just remember being so frustrated to find a match in the stick foundation as well as their other liquid foundation. I’m hearing so many good things about this one, I may breakdown and check it out.
I love Hourglass foundations - and my favorite will always be the stick. However, they all oxidize. Recently after my surgery, my skintone changed. The shade I used became too yellow. So, I swatch the hourglass shades on my arm and I would walk the store to wait to see what the color really is.
There is nothing in the Hourglass foundation that even remotely matches me (light-medium coo), so it’s Haus Labs for the win for me.
That golden olive on you though…..😍😍😍
Thank you! It’s super pretty, and happy that I gave it another shot.
I originally had 12, returned for it 11 which I like but it can appear flat and grey at times. I ended up buying 12 again. It's the right undertone and I can balance out the look with other products. I feel like 11.5 and 12 look best. 10.5 is good when your summer color disappears.
Hello Ms. Alicia, I love your channel & adore you ❤️. I really like the 11 & 11.5. Perhaps, wear the 11.5 now & the 11 later in the winter months. You have such a beautiful complexion 🤩. I appreciate the breakdown of the shades. We are close in skin tone & it helps a lot to see the different shades. Sorry you had the buy 3 foundations, but I think you will have fun with since it is such an amazing formula. Looking forward to your next video. Thank you 😊. Cheers 😉🌷
Thanks for the thorough review and comparisons. I tried the Haus Labs in 330 and it was a pretty good shade match but it was too dewy and didn't perfect my skin as much as other foundations I like. I did return it and I felt a little guilty but I'm over it now.😌. I like both 11 and 11.5 on you in the Hourglass. It's a toss-up. I just ordered the new Guerlain Parure Gold Skin Matte Foundation from Selfridges in shade 4w. I'm looking forward to trying that one.
I love 11.5 and 12 hourglass!
Great thorough video thanks. 😊
I was not at all interested in the Haus Labs foundation until this video. That looks beautiful on you!
I would also like to know what happens when a foundation is returned. I’ve been told that it gets sent back to the manufacturer but then what do they do with it? I often struggle with the same dilemma on whether to keep or return foundation shades that are wrong for me.
We have all experienced the frustrations involved in finding the best foundation shade
The blush looks amazing on you I like the 11 on you…I have the same issue though I’ve light-light/med skin, it’s the slight olive in my skin as in green not yellow
If you have to return and stay within their policy then return it. I like the selections you made.
Very helpful! Thanks Alicia! I understand about returning products but occasionally it's necessary. Try not to feel too badly about it. These foundations aren't cheap. 😅
Yay! Am looking for a new foundation 😆. Great vidgeo as usual!!
You’re my foundation shade, but I’m oily, so I appreciate your reviews. I recently received samples of the Lisa Eldridge foundation and love it. I purchased 19 because winter will be approaching- I hope. I live in So Cal, so it might be 80 degrees in December this year 😂
I'm torn on the return issue. On the one hand, I understand feeling guilty about having the product thrown away. On the other hand, if you didn't return them, then Hourglass just sold you 3 bottles of foundation not because you wanted 3, but because their shade range is so crazy. I feel like the shades are the #1 complaint in the reviews I watched, so it's not just you. Ultimately, I think returning the ones that didn't work is the right choice. Hopefully, the amount of returns will let Hourglass know that they need to work on their shade range.
Are we going to get a fall blush video 🧐
Ooooooo maybe soon! I need to gather all the plums, wines, and roses 😌
I think 11.5 is giving a brightening effect. I too chose the neutral tone because the others weren’t for me. Coming off of a summer tan could’ve been the cause…🤔
I do enjoy the foundation but it was an unnecessary purchase, in hindsight. I have other brands I enjoy more. Right now, I’m Obsessed with the Danessa Myricks Balm powder.
I also have the Danessa! I would love to cocktail all the shades and see what I come up with.
Nice to see another vidGeo!
This is a Warm Berry Stan Account 😌
I was color matched with the Hourglass foundation in Sephora by a SA. However when I got it home and looked at it on my face in natural light it was totally wrong. Returned it
Alicia darling, for what I can see on the video everything looks great on you,
except the 12. It´s a bit too yellow for winter. Just mix the HG 11 and 11.5.
Hourglass colors are all over the place. I am a light/neutral shade, B30 on
Chanel for reference, and in the Hourglass 7.5 is a perfect match for summer,
I went to get a lighter color for winter, thinking that 6.5 would be the perfect
match, and to my surprise, 6.5 is much darker/yellow than 7.5.
The Haus looks fenomenal in the color you chose.
Don´t hesitate to return a product, especially from HG, since their colors are
very confusing, even in person. I took home three samples before I was able
to find the right shade for me. Even the Sephora shade finder wasn´t helping.
I personally prefer the Haus Lab formula, but even though I have dry/normal skin,
I like to finish it with a light dusting of powder, it seems the powder seals the
foundation, and gives it a better finish. The Gucci blush is gorgeous on you.
Be glad you splurge. I also got one, and I like it better than my Chanel. Love you!
Hourglass foundation shades are tricky I own 3 bottles of the immaculate foundation… The shades looked good in store but would oxide with an warm orange tinge. Tempted to try the new foundation out but will need to grab heaps of samples first.
Yes! Try to grab samples if you can!
Hourglass should employ Haus Labs’ staff to improve their shades/undertones range!
I like the #12 on you 😍
I’m terrible at finding foundation shades, but because of that I have no issue returning shades. Lightening in the stores is terrible
Thank you for showcasing the variety of shades. I have an olive undertone. The Haus labs may be a better undertone for me. You are an influencer and you buy a ton a makeup for your job. It makes sense that you would return a tiny bit of it.
I was hoping people would be saying that the tiger palette looked cheap and nasty. It hasn’t come to Australia and I am DYING for it!!!
I find it difficult to see which shade suits you better; while different on the swatches, they look great on the skin. Maybe a matter of preference? And since you mentioned it on the video, I recently bought Paradise Venus, what a beautiful a versatile colour!!
Oooo! So happy you grabbed Paradise Venus! I kept 11 + 11.5. And can mix 11 with my Auric Glow Lust if I want a little more golden.
@@aliciaarcher That sounds like a good compromise. It's amazing how products like the Auric one can adjust a foundation to one's needs!
I honestly think that the more yellow ones look the same on you! And don't feel bad. Return what you don't like.
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I like 11.5 on you, more than 11 and 12. It livens up your face without leaning too anemic or jaundicey.
If it doesn't work for you, take it back. No guilt. You want ro feel good in your makeup and having something that doesn't work will take away from that.
Hourglass 12 is def yellow. Return it. 11 looks dull maybe good for winter. 11.5 isn’t a bad match for your tone now.
I figured that 11.5 and 11 would be best. The 12 looks fine NOW, but might be too obvious during the winter time 🥴
Ok I broke down and built a palette with the deepest shades in the butterfly compact. I also purchased the foundation in 14… fingers crossed 🤞🏽
Eeeep!! Which compact did you get? And crossing fingers for the shade match 🙊
@@aliciaarcher Color palette number 2 !! I’ll let you know when my video is up and I’ve reviewed it!
Hi Alicia - Did you announce or hold a drawing recently?
I think I will try the lady gaga foundation I am kind of curious about that foundation 🤔
It’s definitely a skincare hybrid. It starts off dewy, but dried down to a natural finish on me.
Oh I'll return in seconds a foundation if the shade/undertone would be "meh", but in Romania we don't have this option. Only if the product isn't open...😮💨
I like the 11.5 on you 😊
I really appreciate your video. I'm not buying HausLabs. I also have trouble finding a good shade match because I too seem to have neutral leaning olive undertone, but not super olive. So pure neutral looks better than peach undertones. I often end up getting foundation that's too dark because the undertone match is better and then making concoctions. And often when I swatch in store I think that mixing two shades looks best. I love the look of CT Flawless Filter, though you've convinced me to try Nars... Also, no guilt on your returns. You provide the most amazing and detailed reviews!!! I'm so excited that more people are learning from your brilliance.
Is the haus labs 330 shade similar to shiseido radiant foundation 340 oak? 340 oak is my summer shade and armani luminous silk 6 my winter shade. 330 haus foundation looks good for you, but you said oak not quite right for you. Can you do a swatch with 330 haus and 340 oak please. Thankyou
I would say (and this is from memory) that Oak is a TOUCH more neutral, and the Haus Labs has a little more golden in there.
So much profit in the industry! You a high consumer - r e t u r n! 😂
I love 11.5 on you!
11.5,
My face at the Gucci blush 😲
It’s PUREEEEETY!!!!
@@aliciaarcher I'm shocked! I would not have considered purchasing that shade based on the pictures. You found a secret gem!
@@MsSavvy9 I was surprised. Was dead set on getting “Rose Beige” which was more “Rose Griege” WHICH might not necessarily be a bad thing. I would need to try it 😬
I just debated for 20 minutes over my Haus Labs shade. I usually match to peach undertones, but what is rosy peach vs. golden peach? I went with golden but since when is golden "cool"? I have no idea if I picked correctly. 🙄
Haus Labs' shade wheel is different from what you're used to with other makeup brands because they adopt a system of undertones rooted in artistry.
WARM = Pink, rosy or peach tones
Most beauty brands define their warm as yellow or golden shades
COOL = Yellow, golden or olive tones
Most beauty brands define their cool as pink, rosy, or red
NEUTRAL = Balance of warm + cool tones
This is consistent across all beauty brands.
Yes! As Artomeda explained, the color wheel is reliable in using to figure out your shade. They also break this down on their IG stories!
that hourglass is too much work for how many other good foundations there are!
Interesting…I like 11.5 on you. Love your videos so much btw! ❤feels like I am shopping with a bestie 😊
Really like 11.5 on you. The 11 lacks something.
I mixed 11 with my Auric, and that saved it! But now I’ll mix 11.5 + 11 to see what I get 🙆🏽♀️
Don't feel bad girl the amount of crap I kept out of guilt... ugh my bank account hates me!
My problem is the opposite, I return so many things and feel so guilty 😭😭
i don't understand the shame around returning items. sure, if you have someone to give it to do that, but get your money back! either way it's gonna end up in the trash if you're not using it
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Your job requires you to buy more than the average person. I feel like hourglass is better for more golden people. I am golden and hourglass is my best match
Yes, I concluded that the golden people will benefit from their shades.
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I only return foundations because they are useless for anyone else. An eyeshadow palette I would give away.
Good Video As Always
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Hourglass never gets it right, I stopped purchasing their foundation.
I like 11.5 on you.
Soooo, I’m the only one who still hasn’t forgotten about hourglass’s DOCUMENTED racist , islamophobic , and classicist horrifying remarks and acts towards their employees, but also us, the consumers?
I'm gonna need you to stop ✋️ talking about skipping bronzer, okay? 😤 Kidding 🥰 but really stop that.
HAHAHAHA 😅 Get ready, because I filmed with all 3 of my Gucci bronzers 🤪
@@aliciaarcher Bronzer time, woo-hoo!