True + LusciousCosmetics Camera Stick Foundation 000 Porcelain, 14 g

I've never bought stage makeup before, so I wasn't sure what to look for. Matching color was a bit tough but, I am able to blend. I used to formulate skin care so I understand ingredient lists very well, in addition to pricing. Key points:#1. Formula is ANHYDROUS- meaning, there is NO WATER in the formula. First ingredient is a silicone. Silicones are expensive when added in large percent. Developers generally add water by 50-90% in lotions, creams, and even make-up products (less with foundation). It keeps the cost of goods down. However, this is an oil/ wax/silicone/clay formulation. This also makes for less quantity of preservatives.An interesting material they used was "Ozokerite" as a thickener and hardening agent; a very hard substance at room temp; sometimes difficult to work with (sometimes lipsticks, lip balms, and stick formulas. It is very thick when melting with high melting point for production, which adds to manufacturing costs. There is not much oil in this product (and not necessarily needed, but the materials are all high end.#2. Non-comedogenic- I have highly sensitive skin and get hives often. I can also develop dermatitis. This product DID NOT give me any reaction and I was stunned! They used standard wetting agents and materials to improve spread from what I can tell. However, pat down time is pretty rapid, so be prepared for it to stay in place quickly!#3. It doesn't crease up very much- I was able to blend AND layer pretty easily!#3. Delivery- was quick, package was tightly protected and I was able to use it for my livestream as soon as I popped it out of the package.#4. Product Packaging- Tube is thick and cap fitting is secure. Material is most-likely high quality plastic. It is durable and when dropped, did not crack on my tile. The tube comes in a fancy box with decent artwork. Good quality packaging accounts for a great deal of the finished product price.My only CON is that choosing a color is rather difficult. I got something a little too white. The pictures people posted helped though. I managed though.Conclusion: I believe a lot of care went into the development of these sticks. The materials and lengthy procedure for production accounts for a great deal of the cost in addition to good packaging.BASICALLY, you actually DO get what you pay for with this product! Oh & it covers very nicely! Looked great on camera. Thanks!

I bought this after watching a girl rave about this on YouTube unfortunately it's not for me, it was thick and greasy and I am very pale but the colour is stark white. It looked cakey and unnatural but after less than an hour of wearing a lot of it had come off, which looked really bad. It might be good as a concealer for covering acne for example because it is so thick and white but it was not good for my skin at all.

Really like this foundation..for me the most important thing is that no animal suffered so I could look better. That said, this foundation goes on very smooth and has great coverage. I use a sponge with a cream highlighter to smooth it on over my face and the results are great! Lasts all day. I ordered the pink porcelain, it is perfect for my skin tone which has cool undertones. Love that it is small enough to carry in my make up bag. First time I have used a stick foundation, very happy with my purchase, would definitely order again! Going to check out their other products.

Love the coverage but burns my eyes

I don't have a whole lot of experience with "full-coverage" foundations but I had a better experience with this than I have with some "medium-coverage" foundations. It covers everything, but doesn't feel heavy or cakey, and if you blend it well enough with a damp sponge, you could have a very natural, skin-like finish. The wear is very dependable, and as with all make-up I did feel like it wore away through out my day, but was never patchy or obvious. I topped it with a finishing powder and a light spritz of rose water toner and did not touch up throughout the day.I got this stick in Light Beige, which was a little too light for me but it still worked.I will note that if you're purchasing from "Luscious Cosmetics US" you are purchasing directly from the manufacturer, I had an issue with my order and they were a DREAM to deal with. Take note though on the seller name as I noticed you do not always deal with the manufacturer on Amazon.