This New Foundation Changed My Mind About "Luminous" Products on Oily Skin
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As a person with chronically oily skin, the thought of slapping on a "luminous" foundation in the upcoming summer season seems like a recipe for disaster. With the rising temperatures, many of us trade in our heavy-duty foundations for lighter options like beauty balm and skin tints or choose to simply embrace our bare skin. But leave it to Rihanna's Fenty Beauty to shake things up. The new Soft'lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation ($40) has me rethinking my summer makeup game plan.
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Embodying Fenty Beauty's ethos of inclusivity, the brand has launched a fresh formula in 50 shades, mirroring its original Pro Filt'r Soft Matte foundation, which boasts a spectrum of 53 shades. While the matte version wasn't my taste, the latest complexion product intrigued me. Despite my initial hesitations, it swiftly managed to wash away all my doubts and fears as it was immediately hydrating and comforting.
For my full review of the new Fenty Beauty Soft'lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation, keep reading.
About the Fenty Beauty Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation
- The product comes in 50 shades, fitting a variety of undertones and skin tones.
- The formula is medium coverage with a "golden hour," radiant finish.
- It's waterproof and transfer-proof.
- It's hydrating thanks to glycerin in the formula.
What I Like About Fenty Beauty's Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation
I typically avoid products labeled as "dewy" or "luminous," and I advise those with oily skin to do the same. These products can be difficult to manage when your natural oil production is high and potentially exasperate or enhance texture. However, this foundation contradicted my expectations.
Despite being hydrating and radiant, it didn't evolve into a greasy mess after hours of wear. The promised "golden hour glow" made my skin look lit from within, not slick. After wearing it for six-plus hours, the finish was still intact from the application, giving me a smooth, plump, and hydrated canvas. For added value, I must admit that I skipped primer (not on purpose), and the results still stand.
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How to Use Fenty Beauty's Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation
I prefer not to use my hands when applying complexion products, reserving that approach for skin care alone. For this particular foundation, I used the Fenty Beauty Foundation Brush 145 ($36). Its dense, teardrop-shaped bristles moved effortlessly across my skin, allowing precise product placement.
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Although I advocate using a brush, the formula is versatile. If you're fond of a beauty blender or prefer your fingers, you can manipulate the application to suit your preferred method.
What To Consider About the Fenty Beauty Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation
While I have oily skin and had a great experience with this formula, I would encourage those with a similar skin type to use a primer, setting powder as needed, and setting spray to lock everything in. It's better to be safe than sorry.
Where Is the Fenty Beauty Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation Available?
The Fenty Beauty Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation is available at Sephora and FentyBeauty.com.
Rating:★★★★★
Stixx Mathews is a New York City-based freelance beauty writer with 11 years of experience who is passionate about telling stories that merge beauty and pop culture. He enjoys sharing his expert insights about the latest trends and must-have products, with a particular focus on lipstick and fragrance.