I have it and I agree it’s a bit more finicky than it probably needs to be but I think I’m a very odd niche customer who benefits from some of its properties. I have incredibly dry skin and I’m prone to redness. When I put it all over and then add foundation I feel like my redness is nicely minimized and my skin tone is evened out. It also really helps with my forehead which is my driest area. Everything looks more smooth. My favorite product to put on top is the missha b perfect cover bb cream. Works like a charm (for me)
I use this as an illuminating BB cream and sheer coverage. I have dry skin and it gives me a nice glow. I prefer a dewy coverage as well so this suits me. Longwear not so much but it does not make that claim. I like that it seems to automatically match my shade upon application. I use the lightest shade but actually have medium-to-fair skin tone. I know it was launched in a limited shade range but apparently this was deliberate because the formulation is meant to adjust to most skin tones automatically. I never noticed the glitter in the formulation until reviews started coming out by other users who pointed that out. I have gone through this much faster than anything else I have ever used so I am uncertain the price point is actually good value anymore, particularly as the price seems to be going up. The sponge applicator also sucks. As far as dupe claims go with CT Hollywood Filter, which I also have and have used for many years, that is a reach.
I've had this product for a few months and I feel similarly -- it's just incredibly OK. I *LIVE* for a light glowy base, but my two big issues with it are: even in the lightest shade it's kinda grey and dull on my skin (despite the shine), and when I use it all over alone, I like the finish but it stays wet in a way where if I touch my face at all it basically just wipes away immediately no matter how long I've had it on. I also have the ELF Halo Glow Liquid Filter and I prefer it to this, but I'm too cheap to buy the CT Flawless Filter, so I don't know how well that compares either.
honestly the elf is a pretty spot on dupe for the CT, the only thing that might be different is the CT is slightly more emolient, which imo is not a good thing because it makes it more finicky on combo/oily types
I wear the CT and other glowy products like this one under foundation . Then do concealer powder etc and the illumination comes through your foundation
That’s how I wear the CT . In the CT tutorials they dab a couple of dots, blend them, then in with the foundation, they don’t use a lot of product and it’s to give a little bit of glow under foundation.
I have tried the CT one (just a sample) and I didn’t see any glow under my base at the time, but I might try to get another sample and try it with sheerer coverage foundations to see if I like it more ☺️
@@karlieneporter4939 yeah I think under light coverage it would be ok, I think I tried it under medium coverage and I didn't see a glow come through. Most my foundations are at least medium coverage otherwise they don't cover my redness haha
I bought it yesterday before seeing the reviews. When I used it it felt like my skin was oily and had too much glitter. I think that as a BB cream it doesn't work and as a concealer either because it has very little coverage so it doesn't cover dark circles as well as the brand's other concealer. As a highlighter for the cheekbones it might work and leave a nice glow but not all over the face. I also looked at the ingredients and there are some that clog pores which can cause acne. In conclusion, there are much better products than this one on the market and I don't think it's worth investing in this one.
I can definitely do an updated version of that! I did one years ago and I don’t think the products have changed too much, but there might be new ones that I have added in ☺️
Have you tried the elf halo liquid glow yet? It's a very clear CT dupe, with the wand and everything. I have combo/oily skin and actually really enjoy it, knocks out my red cheek and nose, gives the perfect amount of glow and looks smooth.
It wouldn’t be stopped at customs haha, it just isn’t yet available from the Australian Elf site. I could potentially find an international site that stocks it and ships here, but I’m not desperate for it, I want to use this up before getting another one anyway ☺️
Some do! One possible main problem (which this product has) is if the liquid product need shaking to avoid separating then you can’t do that in an airless pump
I've been waiting for this product to come to NZ/AU. It's been in the States for a while now. Hopefully will be able to find it in NZ and satisfy my curiosity. Thank you for your review Kat, will note a few gotchas you've mentioned.
I wonder how this would be to mix with an intense matte blush, like the matte Rare Beauty blushes. The base colour might tone them down a bit, but the shine could make it more satin.
I got the lightest shade of this and it`s too dark 😅 Luckily it is so sheer that when I blend it in it looks like a shiny light bronzer and I can dab a foundation in the places I don`t want to be bronzy…I did not want an extra step, I wanted it to be a one and done base product for lazy days and it does not do that. I agree that the product empties fast, since I really don`t like it, it is a blessing and I can get rid of it faster 😂
So glad I didn't buy this after watching your review - I am not a fan of visible sparkle all over the face, and I'd hoped that such a glowy product would leave more of a natural, not totally matte finish after powdering. Also, I love your eyeliner in this - that blackened teal shade is really pretty.
I too have oily skin. I never tried this when I worked at ulta and after watching oily skin reviews decided to give it a whirl. the claims on this are mis leading. I think reading the claims you are going to have more fails than hits. I am constantly looking for a light weight easy breezy daily wearer. once powdered down it works for the heat of summer and I dig the feel of it. However, if I wear looking for the claims of the packaging I would be dissappointed. Perhaps, it needs a remarket.
I bought the wrong one at end of Dec, (in a hurry, got the matte 4 in1 by mistake and at that time this one was $30, and the matte was $35) they are now both $35, but are starting to show up at other retailers finally.
I wanted to love this! I do enjoy it, but every time I use this, my face breaks out! The CT is NOT worth the money. Tarte has 2 that I enjoy, and elf has their new one which is really great. ❤
The elf one is so great! I definitely like it better than CT. It has a gel texture and seems to smooth and blurr somehow. Even on my textured skin with larger pores. Hopefully you get the elf one there asap!!! Also. I find the Tarte one that launched with their newer H20 concealer. Is a lot like the Elf Halo glow. It is in a smaller container (looks like a large concealer with a teL lid). The glow is a bit more subtle in Tarte compared to Elf.
@@ScaraScream33 I have the elf one now, I am trying it out compared to the CT but so far I'm not crazy about either haha. I am still looking for the right base products that work with them :)
We have a different economy to the US. Taking into account conversion ($1AUD = 67cUS), high wages and living standards, taxes being included in the price etc. It’s not a crazy high price in our market.
Mine would always come out split, like a clear oily liquid and a thick shimmery cream. I pushed through anyway, but I just found it underwhelming. I’ve got the Mac Strobe Cream and a mini of the Charlotte Tilbury, this isn’t an exact dupe for them, but I get such a similar effect that it’s not worth the finickiness. I know they are more expensive, but I’ve had my strobe cream so long I probably need to consider getting rid of it. And I use it most days I wear makeup.
Yeah mine is split too but it’s not hard to mix it. I do completely agree that it’s too finicky for the results. I’m just going to use it up and forget about it. Oh that’s great to hear that the strobe cream works so well for you. I’ve only had samples and never managed to make it work for me sadly, I don’t think my oily face likes to be covered in liquid highlighters 😅
Hi Kat i mix my charlotte tilbury half and half with my foundation and then use my other products as well bronzer blush and highlighter,concealer ,and eyes but not powder , and it will last twelve hours , but thats how i use mine , yes i use a palette ,to mix, but it looks to me that charlottes Tilburys is quite thick and mixes well with foundation , and i have had my bottle of charlottes for a year and it really lasts , yours looks thin and won’t last you for very long . so fase economy ! regards liz x
I think that all comes down to your skin though, if I don’t powder my base my oil breaks down the makeup in around 6 hours. I have tried a sample of the CT one and it did nothing to prolong my base. It was just a nice liquid highlighter. The Maybelline one is pretty thick (you can see it in the conclusion) and from memory it’s thicker than the CT one. I might pick up another sample of the CT one to try it again, but I still don’t think it’s suited for my skin type. The CT might be a better formula (which I expect for the price) but I just can’t see it being better value than the M one. 60ml (2 bottles) of CT in Australia costs $130 (which doesn’t go on sale at Mecca) and 60ml (3 bottles) of the Maybelline one can cost $45 on sale… so even if you use it up faster, you will need to use 3 bottles of M to 1 CT for it to be the same cost per ml. So I don’t think it’s a false economy
Does it crease into wrinkles? I regret ordering it online after reading reviews saying the lightest shade is very warm + seeing it lift when layered in this video. Also the packaging seems deliberately designed to waste product & rip us off lol.
I have the CT and the Maybelline. The CT is nice but I won't buy it again just because I don't need it or rely on it. The Maybelline is barely OK and does much less in every way than the CT, plus I don't like the sponge applicator. It felt a bit slimy to me like it never dried down all the way. My foundation definitely didn't feel stuck to my skin and transferred onto everything. 100% sure won't buy it again.
Hello, I know I'm a bit late to the party, but I just bought two of those (different colours) as they were on sale. They are very liquidy/watery. A lot of clear liquid comes out first, then the product itself is very sheer. Anyone has the same experience? I am doing something wrong here?
I think this product is simply not for you, the skilled makeup artist who creates a lovely finished face using lots of products. I don't think it's meant to be covered in powder. I had never bought a Maybelline product before this one, and I love it. I recommend it for when you're going somewhere that a heavily made-up look would be out of place: like a hiking trail. Skiing. A run to the farmer's market. Or heading home after an overnight when you don't have your array of makeup products with you. The finish with this is natural and dewy, better than no makeup at all, and there are a lot of times when that look is appropriate for the activity.
@@KitschSnitchalso forgot to mention after I took the sponge off I cut a qtip in half to put in the whole where product comes out. Hopefully that will save the formula for me a little longer, I don't use it that often 😅
I bought it yesterday before seeing the reviews. When I used it it felt like my skin was oily and had too much glitter. I think that as a BB cream it doesn't work and as a concealer either because it has very little coverage so it doesn't cover dark circles as well as the brand's other concealer. As a highlighter for the cheekbones it might work and leave a nice glow but not all over the face. I also looked at the ingredients and there are some that clog pores which can cause acne. In conclusion, there are much better products than this one on the market and I don't think it's worth investing in this one.
I forgot to mention that this comes in 8 shades in the US and 7 in the UK
I have it and I agree it’s a bit more finicky than it probably needs to be but I think I’m a very odd niche customer who benefits from some of its properties. I have incredibly dry skin and I’m prone to redness. When I put it all over and then add foundation I feel like my redness is nicely minimized and my skin tone is evened out. It also really helps with my forehead which is my driest area. Everything looks more smooth. My favorite product to put on top is the missha b perfect cover bb cream. Works like a charm (for me)
With the current state of influencer integrity I appreciate this true wear test and that you don't bullshit stuff Kat!
The color of your shirt in this vid is so flattering on you ❤
I use this as an illuminating BB cream and sheer coverage. I have dry skin and it gives me a nice glow. I prefer a dewy coverage as well so this suits me. Longwear not so much but it does not make that claim. I like that it seems to automatically match my shade upon application. I use the lightest shade but actually have medium-to-fair skin tone. I know it was launched in a limited shade range but apparently this was deliberate because the formulation is meant to adjust to most skin tones automatically. I never noticed the glitter in the formulation until reviews started coming out by other users who pointed that out. I have gone through this much faster than anything else I have ever used so I am uncertain the price point is actually good value anymore, particularly as the price seems to be going up. The sponge applicator also sucks. As far as dupe claims go with CT Hollywood Filter, which I also have and have used for many years, that is a reach.
Im glad I saw this. I was thinking of buying but now I won’t. Thanks for spending the time to make this video.
I've had this product for a few months and I feel similarly -- it's just incredibly OK. I *LIVE* for a light glowy base, but my two big issues with it are: even in the lightest shade it's kinda grey and dull on my skin (despite the shine), and when I use it all over alone, I like the finish but it stays wet in a way where if I touch my face at all it basically just wipes away immediately no matter how long I've had it on. I also have the ELF Halo Glow Liquid Filter and I prefer it to this, but I'm too cheap to buy the CT Flawless Filter, so I don't know how well that compares either.
honestly the elf is a pretty spot on dupe for the CT, the only thing that might be different is the CT is slightly more emolient, which imo is not a good thing because it makes it more finicky on combo/oily types
This was a great help and I love the way you express your thoughts as you go because that is really what we all want to know
I wear the CT and other glowy products like this one under foundation . Then do concealer powder etc and the illumination comes through your foundation
That’s how I wear the CT . In the CT tutorials they dab a couple of dots, blend them, then in with the foundation, they don’t use a lot of product and it’s to give a little bit of glow under foundation.
I do the same. Helping me use up my Double Wear foundation during a time when the trend is not matte Double Wear foundation. 😅
I have tried the CT one (just a sample) and I didn’t see any glow under my base at the time, but I might try to get another sample and try it with sheerer coverage foundations to see if I like it more ☺️
@@KitschSnitch I wear a very light to light medium coverage foundation serum . I’m not sure 🤔 how it would go under full coverage foundation
@@karlieneporter4939 yeah I think under light coverage it would be ok, I think I tried it under medium coverage and I didn't see a glow come through. Most my foundations are at least medium coverage otherwise they don't cover my redness haha
I bought it yesterday before seeing the reviews. When I used it it felt like my skin was oily and had too much glitter. I think that as a BB cream it doesn't work and as a concealer either because it has very little coverage so it doesn't cover dark circles as well as the brand's other concealer. As a highlighter for the cheekbones it might work and leave a nice glow but not all over the face. I also looked at the ingredients and there are some that clog pores which can cause acne. In conclusion, there are much better products than this one on the market and I don't think it's worth investing in this one.
Was just looking for your video and here you are !
Haha! Good timing!
Can we have a video on your permanent items that you consistently rebuy?
I can definitely do an updated version of that! I did one years ago and I don’t think the products have changed too much, but there might be new ones that I have added in ☺️
Yay!! Yes please!!
This is a good thorough review. I love the 2nd makup look 🌷💕
Have you tried the elf halo liquid glow yet? It's a very clear CT dupe, with the wand and everything. I have combo/oily skin and actually really enjoy it, knocks out my red cheek and nose, gives the perfect amount of glow and looks smooth.
It hasn’t released in Australia yet unfortunately 😩
@@KitschSnitch Can someone send it to you in the post? Or would it be stopped at customs 🤔
It wouldn’t be stopped at customs haha, it just isn’t yet available from the Australian Elf site. I could potentially find an international site that stocks it and ships here, but I’m not desperate for it, I want to use this up before getting another one anyway ☺️
@@KitschSnitch Ah ok that's totally fair, was going to say I could send you one from the UK🙂
I just wish companies would put foundations and liquid products in airless pump packaging
Some do! One possible main problem (which this product has) is if the liquid product need shaking to avoid separating then you can’t do that in an airless pump
Is that the infamous blurple nail polish I see? I still keep an eye out for possible dupes whenever I watch a nail related video.
It’s a new one to my collection- Orly Synthetic Symphony 💜
Thank you so much for this review. It helped a lot.
I've been waiting for this product to come to NZ/AU. It's been in the States for a while now. Hopefully will be able to find it in NZ and satisfy my curiosity. Thank you for your review Kat, will note a few gotchas you've mentioned.
I liked the second application but it looks like a lot of fuss to make a base product work. Loved the video.
Thanks! Yeah I completely agree!
I wonder how this would be to mix with an intense matte blush, like the matte Rare Beauty blushes. The base colour might tone them down a bit, but the shine could make it more satin.
I love mine tbh xx
I was pretty sceptical of a how those 4 functions for work in the one product- conceal AND highlight- I'm not sure about that..
Completely agree!
I got the lightest shade of this and it`s too dark 😅 Luckily it is so sheer that when I blend it in it looks like a shiny light bronzer and I can dab a foundation in the places I don`t want to be bronzy…I did not want an extra step, I wanted it to be a one and done base product for lazy days and it does not do that. I agree that the product empties fast, since I really don`t like it, it is a blessing and I can get rid of it faster 😂
Yeah that’s how I feel too! It’s going in my project pan this month haha!
Can you please share the greenish eyeliner you've used here? It's super flattering on you!
I heard some people say that when you take the sponge off, the product comes separated, idk
It does. But you just mix it together again 😊
Apply it and then you need to use a makeup sponge to blend it, you applied quite a bit.
I’ve used it many ways. I’ve even used it up! I don’t like it any way 😆
So glad I didn't buy this after watching your review - I am not a fan of visible sparkle all over the face, and I'd hoped that such a glowy product would leave more of a natural, not totally matte finish after powdering.
Also, I love your eyeliner in this - that blackened teal shade is really pretty.
I always find those sponges waste/absorb so much product!
I too have oily skin. I never tried this when I worked at ulta and after watching oily skin reviews decided to give it a whirl. the claims on this are mis leading. I think reading the claims you are going to have more fails than hits. I am constantly looking for a light weight easy breezy daily wearer. once powdered down it works for the heat of summer and I dig the feel of it. However, if I wear looking for the claims of the packaging I would be dissappointed. Perhaps, it needs a remarket.
Price went up in the last 2 months, is now $35. I missed it last time at 1/2 price, but bought it yesterday as cw has it for very almost half price.
I bought the wrong one at end of Dec, (in a hurry, got the matte 4 in1 by mistake and at that time this one was $30, and the matte was $35) they are now both $35, but are starting to show up at other retailers finally.
Yeah it does look like the price has gone up! I got mine at the end of Jan and it was still the lower price
@@KitschSnitch it's also only 20ml, so no wonder everyone seems to be going through it so quickly
Can you share what lipstick shade you're wearing here, please? Gorgeous!
In the first look? It’s MAC Matte Lipstick in Down To An Art
I wanted to love this! I do enjoy it, but every time I use this, my face breaks out! The CT is NOT worth the money. Tarte has 2 that I enjoy, and elf has their new one which is really great. ❤
I’m really keen to try the elf one but it hasn’t yet launched in Australia. It’s launching soon though! 😊
The elf one is so great! I definitely like it better than CT. It has a gel texture and seems to smooth and blurr somehow. Even on my textured skin with larger pores. Hopefully you get the elf one there asap!!! Also. I find the Tarte one that launched with their newer H20 concealer. Is a lot like the Elf Halo glow. It is in a smaller container (looks like a large concealer with a teL lid). The glow is a bit more subtle in Tarte compared to Elf.
@@ScaraScream33 I have the elf one now, I am trying it out compared to the CT but so far I'm not crazy about either haha. I am still looking for the right base products that work with them :)
Which sunscreen you used before make up ? ❤
Its shocking to me how much drugstore products are in Aus. Im in the US
We have a different economy to the US. Taking into account conversion ($1AUD = 67cUS), high wages and living standards, taxes being included in the price etc. It’s not a crazy high price in our market.
Ohhh i see the conversion now! Only about a 5$ difference
@@anna556165 yeah it's definitely not selling for US$30 here haha
Lovely in depth review thq
Thank you ❤️
Mine would always come out split, like a clear oily liquid and a thick shimmery cream. I pushed through anyway, but I just found it underwhelming. I’ve got the Mac Strobe Cream and a mini of the Charlotte Tilbury, this isn’t an exact dupe for them, but I get such a similar effect that it’s not worth the finickiness. I know they are more expensive, but I’ve had my strobe cream so long I probably need to consider getting rid of it. And I use it most days I wear makeup.
Yeah mine is split too but it’s not hard to mix it. I do completely agree that it’s too finicky for the results. I’m just going to use it up and forget about it.
Oh that’s great to hear that the strobe cream works so well for you. I’ve only had samples and never managed to make it work for me sadly, I don’t think my oily face likes to be covered in liquid highlighters 😅
@@KitschSnitch yeah my skin is potentially the opposite of yours. I’m dry as the desert!
Yeah that makes sense!
I have the same issue.
I was so disappointed by this mine was so watery and had no coverage
Looks like, it would be a great product for the body.
Hi Kat i mix my charlotte tilbury half and half with my foundation and then use my other products as well bronzer blush and highlighter,concealer ,and eyes but not powder , and it will last twelve hours , but thats how i use mine , yes i use a palette ,to mix, but it looks to me that charlottes Tilburys is quite thick and mixes well with foundation , and i have had my bottle of charlottes for a year and it really lasts , yours looks thin and won’t last you for very long . so fase economy ! regards liz x
I think that all comes down to your skin though, if I don’t powder my base my oil breaks down the makeup in around 6 hours. I have tried a sample of the CT one and it did nothing to prolong my base. It was just a nice liquid highlighter.
The Maybelline one is pretty thick (you can see it in the conclusion) and from memory it’s thicker than the CT one. I might pick up another sample of the CT one to try it again, but I still don’t think it’s suited for my skin type. The CT might be a better formula (which I expect for the price) but I just can’t see it being better value than the M one. 60ml (2 bottles) of CT in Australia costs $130 (which doesn’t go on sale at Mecca) and 60ml (3 bottles) of the Maybelline one can cost $45 on sale… so even if you use it up faster, you will need to use 3 bottles of M to 1 CT for it to be the same cost per ml. So I don’t think it’s a false economy
So it has shimmer
Does it crease into wrinkles?
I regret ordering it online after reading reviews saying the lightest shade is very warm + seeing it lift when layered in this video.
Also the packaging seems deliberately designed to waste product & rip us off lol.
I have the CT and the Maybelline. The CT is nice but I won't buy it again just because I don't need it or rely on it. The Maybelline is barely OK and does much less in every way than the CT, plus I don't like the sponge applicator. It felt a bit slimy to me like it never dried down all the way. My foundation definitely didn't feel stuck to my skin and transferred onto everything. 100% sure won't buy it again.
I think it looks very nice on you
I think it looked horrible haha!
I just bought it... And i rejected it..i don't know how too use it...
Hello, I know I'm a bit late to the party, but I just bought two of those (different colours) as they were on sale. They are very liquidy/watery. A lot of clear liquid comes out first, then the product itself is very sheer. Anyone has the same experience? I am doing something wrong here?
Yes. That’s how mine was. Just mix it together and it’s fine ☺️
I just bought it. I should have waited for your review….
It separates in the bottle also.
Hi Kat, did you ever pick up the natasha denona glam palette?
Nope!
I think this product is simply not for you, the skilled makeup artist who creates a lovely finished face using lots of products. I don't think it's meant to be covered in powder. I had never bought a Maybelline product before this one, and I love it. I recommend it for when you're going somewhere that a heavily made-up look would be out of place: like a hiking trail. Skiing. A run to the farmer's market. Or heading home after an overnight when you don't have your array of makeup products with you. The finish with this is natural and dewy, better than no makeup at all, and there are a lot of times when that look is appropriate for the activity.
I was going to purchase this
I think I'll give it a miss
After watching this,
Hi what are you wearing on your eyes at the "day 2" part? (17 minutes in)
Hi! I think it’s mainly the limited edition eyeshadow called Lorelei by MAC with a few mattes to finish the look 😊
I have this and took the foam top off. Better for mixing
I do that too at the end ☺️
@@KitschSnitchalso forgot to mention after I took the sponge off I cut a qtip in half to put in the whole where product comes out. Hopefully that will save the formula for me a little longer, I don't use it that often 😅
Thanks for trying so I can give it a miss 🤣 don't need makeup that is finicky
What colors
As always - when something is trying to do it all, it doesn’t do anything particularly good 😏
Exactly!
It's a no from me. I'm not really sure what they were thinking with this one.
Tbf your skin was shiny af before applying
Yeah, sunscreen does that
I hated it tbh it didn’t look good on me at all lol
I’m glad I’m not the only one who didn’t enjoy it 😅
I bought it yesterday before seeing the reviews. When I used it it felt like my skin was oily and had too much glitter. I think that as a BB cream it doesn't work and as a concealer either because it has very little coverage so it doesn't cover dark circles as well as the brand's other concealer. As a highlighter for the cheekbones it might work and leave a nice glow but not all over the face. I also looked at the ingredients and there are some that clog pores which can cause acne. In conclusion, there are much better products than this one on the market and I don't think it's worth investing in this one.