55%
would repurchase
3.9/5
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ingredients

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (3.9%), Zinc Oxide (2.0%) Inactive Ingredients: Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Trisiloxane, Butylene Glycol, PEG/PPG 19/19 Dimethicone, C13 15 Isoparaffin, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Cetyl/PEG/PPG 10/1 Dimethicone, Nylon 12, Sodium Chloride, Phenyl Trimethicone, Alumina, Glycerin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide 5, Oligopeptide 24, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Saccharomyces Magnesium Ferment, Saccharomyces Potassium Ferment, Pisum Sativum Extract (Pea), Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Nereocystis Leutkeana Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract (Sweet Almond), Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Hydroxypropyltrimonium Amylopectin/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pentylene Glycol, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Dimethicone/Bis Isobutyl PPG 20 Crosspolymer, Galactoarabinan, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Boron Nitride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyisobutene, C10 30 Isoparaffin, Methicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tribehenin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Propylene Glycol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2 Hexanediol, May Contain ( /-): Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499)

Reviews

Reviews


1.0
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13 years ago

This is a more moisturizing formula than the original Smart Shade Makeup, so it's better for my dry skin. The coverage is a little too heavy, unfortunately.

About reviewer (722 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairGrey, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown



2.0
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13 years ago

I have worn this twice now and I'm not a big fan. First, the the light shade (100) doesn't match my fair skin. After I'm finished applying it I look super pale with a grey tint which gives me a...

About reviewer (33 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Relaxed, Other

EyesBlue


1.0
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13 years ago

Decided to try this version of the Smart Shade foundation after using the regular version. I have determined that I will not repurchase the anti-aging formulation, as it feels somewhat greasy, and...

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue


5.0
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13 years ago

I purchased the Smart Shade Anti Aging SPF20 foundation because the sale was buy 1 item and 2nd item would be 50% off. There was also a bonus tube. I figured I try that first. The shade I...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


4.0
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13 years ago

For sure the best foundation I have found for 40 year old skin. Provides great coverage and gives my face a flawless, glowy finish. I am fair skinned and use the light/medium, have a few age spots,...

About reviewer (50 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrown, Wavy, Coarse

EyesGreen


5.0
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13 years ago

Did some research for a foundation for women over 40 and this was ranked as a "steal". I thought I would give it a try - was about $10 at local drugstore. Start with moisturizer then apply spread...

About reviewer (32 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


5.0
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13 years ago

I love this foundation it is beautiful without having the cake make-up look especially in the summer. my skin is clear so this is the best it stays, my oily skin does'nt show thru- i love this...

About reviewer (26 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther


2.0
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13 years ago

I was intrigued by this while walking in CVS since it contains SPF 20 and is supposed to help with fine lines. The tube makes it easier to apply with clean fingers and I like the idea of the tiny...

About reviewer (2203 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Medium, Cool

HairBrunette, Curly, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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13 years ago

i love this product. i picked it up from my mom over the winter. i now use it in the basic product that isn't anti-aging but i personally didn't notice any difference in the quality or...

About reviewer (33 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinNormal, Olive

HairBrunette

EyesHazel


5.0
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13 years ago

It's an amazing foundation covers well and it has spf 20 which is perfect for a foundation and tons of antioxidants too including peptides.. but it broke me out can't wear it anymore :( ...

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Fair, Neutral

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesHazel


2.0
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13 years ago

I recently purchased the Almay Smart Shade Anti-Aging foundation & concealer, here is my review: They have an SPF of 20 as well as a 'skin sensing' forumla which is said to instantly minimize...

About reviewer (12 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Fair, Neutral

HairRed, Wavy, Coarse

EyesGreen


5.0
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13 years ago

I got this foundation and a bonus tube of the corresponding adjusting concealer in Light. I was really dubious when I first put this on as the concealer seemed too gray and light. I put the...

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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13 years ago

I have very sensitive skin. I love this product, very easy to apply, good coverage without it looking like a "masque"! Looks natural. Several people commented on how great I look, somewhat...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Medium, Neutral

HairBrown, Curly, Coarse

EyesBrown


4.0
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13 years ago

Really like this foundation a lot (probably 2nd only to Revlon mineral mousse foundation). Provides a nice medium coverage, a little moisture, and an awesome completey chemical-free SPF. It's...

About reviewer (88 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesGray


3.0
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14 years ago

The product comes out of the tube white and then the color appears, once you start applying it to your skin. It's a fun gimmick. I am fair skinned and even the lightest shade of this product is...

About reviewer (36 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral

HairRed, Straight, Fine

EyesGreen


5.0
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14 years ago

EXCELLENT product. I used to use this about a year ago but because I was doing the whole raw vegan thing I was convinced I needed 100% natural products so I spent a year switching around trying...

About reviewer (95 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinAcne-prone

HairBlond

EyesHazel


5.0
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14 years ago

I've been a slave to BE for quite a few years. Within the last couple of years I realized I'm one of those unfortunate people allergic to bismuth oxychloride. I switched to their matte formula...

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinDry, Other, Not Sure

HairBlond, Other, Other

EyesGreen


1.0
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14 years ago

It's sparkly...W.T.F

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

HairRed, Curly, Medium

EyesBlue


1.0
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14 years ago

Bought this product with high hopes but I'm very disappointed....I got this in Light and even with a very small amount it is very dark and to beige for my Ivory skin tone. The finish is terrible it...

About reviewer (30 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown


3.0
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14 years ago

I bought this at Wal-Mart for $9.98 in Light. It matches my skin very well! It comes out gray-ish/white-ish but turns skin color as you blend it on your skin. I like the fact that it comes in a...

About reviewer (37 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesHazel