Review + Giveaway: L'Oreal Paris Mat Magique All-In-One Matte Transforming Powder in N2 Nude Vanilla

For 2015, L'Oreal Paris Philippines has launched a very exciting product that seems like a dream for oily-skinned girls like me. It's called Mat Magique - their first ever oil control makeup foundation.

Studies have shown that you become more prone to shine and blemishes as you hit your mid-twenties. (Just when I thought I was way past my puberty stage!) Back then, I would get pimples on my T-zone (forehead and nose), now it's my U-zone (cheeks and chin) that's acting up. No need to worry though, since we can look flawlessly matte for hours with just a few swipes of Mat Magique.

About the product:

Primes - shine-free skin canvas for a skin balancing preparation

Covers - minimize appearance of all blemish and skin imperfections

Perfects - ultra-smooth poreless skin transformation, a refined airy smoothing finish

Ingredients:

The science behind the magic? Thirty percent of the Mat Magique formula is made of volcanic perlite, a natural, non-irritating sebum absorber. This is the highest concentration of this shine-busting ingredient in a makeup product to date.

At the top of the box is a shade label sticker for reference. Mat Magique comes in a total of 5 shades fit for Asian skin.

The compact comes in an eye-catching fuchsia shade. It's made of smooth and sleek, lightweight plastic. It's not bulky or heavy, so you can bring it everywhere you go. It has a big rectangular mirror, and I like that the sponge has a separate compartment.

Swatches:

Before & After

The shade N2 Nude Vanilla is a good match for my skintone. I like how this powder instantly mattifies my skin after I apply primer. Pores and minor redness are blurred and less visible, so my skin has a more even look.

(1) Before applying the foundation

(2) After applying the foundation

(3) 5 hours later*

The third photo was taken just 5 hours after application. That's after having lunch and some shopping. Oil has already peeked through the powder, but to fulfill the no-retouch promise, you'll only need to blot it off with an oil-control sheet, no reapplication needed, and yet you'll look good for the whole 12-hour wear.

Pros:

• Comes in a sleek, lightweight compact
• Comes in 5 shades
• Has SPF 34 PA+++
• Contains 30% volcanic perlite infusion to absorb and control oil
• Feels very light on my skin, as if I had nothing on
• Keeps me shine-free for a good 4 hours or so - blot once, and you're good 'til 12 hours
• Makes my skin look so poreless!
• No irritations and breakouts

Cons:

• Light coverage (good for minor redness and imperfections, but concealer is still needed for big pimples and evident marks)
• Doesn't stay completely shine-free for 12 hours on my oily skin

Tip:

• Use a brush instead of the sponge for a lighter, more even application

Price: P499.00

Available in L'Oreal Paris counters in department stores nationwide

GIVEAWAY ALERT! I'm giving away a L'Oreal Paris Mat Magique All-In-One Matte Transforming Powder to 2 readers! Mechanics here. ;)

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Love,

Helen