Review : Avon Simply Pretty Dual Powder Foundation ( A MAC SF Dupe)

As mentioned on my previous post, this powder foundation is a MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation dupe. For reference, I have normal to oily skin (T-zone). Let's take a closer look at this baby..

PRODUCT INFO at the back of compact:

Put shine on hold while protecting and keeping your face fresh and clean! Special micro-powders absorb shine while wet/dry formula allows you to control its coverage for a fresh, clean look. SPF 13 shield skin from damaging UVA/UVB rays.
Oil free. Dermatologists tested. Clinically tested.
Non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic.
Made especiall for Asian women.

TO USE: Apply dry for medium coverage and wet for heavier coverage.

PRICE: Around Php 200 in Avon stores.

WEIGHT : 10 grams

SHADES: Available in 3 shades?
Still have to check. I have it in Light Beige.

WHAT I LIKE:
* has spf 13
* almost no scent at all
* texture is not chalky
* good oil control
* didn't give me breakouts. Used it for more than a month.
* nice packaging, with separate sponge compact like MAC SF.
* very nice coverage

WHAT I DON'T LIKE:
* nothing!

TIPS:
Make sure to always wash or replace the sponge to prevent bacteria from growing.. I hate dirty sponges or puffs!

ADDICTION FACTOR:
Will repurchase.

RATING :
5 out of 5.

See the packaging looks like MAC's SF.

I really love this powder foundation! I can't believe its so inexpensive, only 1/5 of MAC's Studio Fix price tag! Quality is good too for the price..

I have this in Light Beige and am using MAC's Studio Fix in NC25, both shades looks close together. Click here to read my review and swatches.

Spend Vs. Save : MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation

MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation in NC25 - Php 1,500
Avon Simply Pretty Dual Foundation (Light Beige) - Php 290

Tested Avon for almost a month and I didn't break out
Both have the same medium to full coverage
Can be used wet or dry
Has a separate sponge compartment
Long lasting finish
Flawless, non-cakey, natural coverage
Almost unscented


Surprisingly, this is really the SAVE version of MAC Studio Fix!

Swatches:

Click here to read my MAC Studiofix Review.

Weekend mini haul

I bought these stuff last week from an online seller in Mutiply whom I met in a local forum.

Left to Right:

Cover Girl Tru Blend Foundation in Natural Ivory
> tested it first on my jawline to check whether am allergic to the product (thank goodness i'm not). I'm NC20-25 in MAC, the color matches my skin but has a little pink in it. I dunno if this will work.. Still have to test this on my entire face.. **crossing my fingers**

Cover Girl Advanced Radiance Age defying Concealer in Light Beige
> used this on my undereyes.. I just love the consistency of this concealer! It feels so light and very easy to blend. The shade is almost similar to MAC Select cover up in NC20. When I checked Cover Girl's site, this product is discountinued na pala! =(

Cover Girl Wetslicks Crystal Lipgloss in Hottie
> a no fuss, non-sticky, shiny lipgloss with sparkles! Not that long lasting though..

Wet n Wild "Wet Shine" Lipstick in Pink Shine
> love the color! Its a shiny light pink, my MLBB shade! (my lips but better shade). When applied on my lips, it doesn't feel heavy at all..

Bottom:

Avon Daring Curves Mascara in Black
> I asked my friend who's an Avon member to buy it for me. The brush looks new to me coz it has curves too! I'm dissapointed coz it didn't thicken my lashes. I'm still learning on how to apply this properly.

Eyemake Mirror

I'm clueless on how to use this one.. hehe. Bought it at a local department store..