ILLUMINARÉ Concealing Mineral Foundation

I think I've probably been using Illuminare for over a decade now. I've always had sensitive acne prone skin so I've tried SO MANY foundations (a lot of them high end and expensive) over the years but I've ALWAYS come back to this one because it's the only foundation that doesn't give me issues. This stuff can be hard to work with (you really have to experiment with it a lot) but once you find the best shade and the best way to layer it over the other products you're using (make sure you wear an SPF with this because it doesn't provide true sun protection!) it can literally cover ANYTHING and make your skin look more or less flawless 90% of the time no matter what issues you've got going on! It's given me the confidence to show my face throughout periods of bad hormonal acne, periods of dry/flaky/oily/and/or blotchy red skin and god knows how much discoloration (all of this from acne and retinoid and/or BHA use), and even a course of accutane without making any of it obvious! This doesn't aggravate my skin (or the acne I used to have) but the "concealing" formula IS pretty heavy and opaque so there's always the chance it could aggravate yours. Still, due to the ingredients there's way less of a chance of irritation and/or breakouts with it so it's worth trying. This stuff keeps you covered all day, so you don't have to worry about it rubbing off, and you don't need to do anything but blot or powder your face (if even that) later in the day. It's also semi-matte, so it won't highlight dry skin. It gives a dewy finish that those with oily skin may find a little too dewy in summer humidity. If you have super oily skin but lots of redness to cover you can still use this stuff without getting too shiny by mixing the mattifying formula with the concealing formula. Or you can just use it as a concealer (it blends really well). Or you can just use powder over it (i can't use powder so I don't). It's also great as an eyeshadow primer. Personally, I like to use the concealing foundation in portifino porcelain with a drop of of the mattifying formula in sienna sun (i use a bit more of the mattifying in the summer not only because of the color but because I get too shiny). The best way to apply it is with your clean fingertips or Jane Iredale's makeup sponge (highly recommend this makeup sponge; it's life-changing). I've never ordered it off amazon before but the site I usually order it from was out of my shade. I'm happy to report that it arrived looking unopened and brand new and the product was fresh (FYI this is not always the case no matter where you buy illuminare because sadly, Illuminare doesn't have expiration dates on their tubes anymore and most places allow returns with this foundation).

Been using this faithfully for a year now. My skin has improved, it covers acne & redness extremely well. There is on occasion some black streaks that appear, that is the zinc in it, i assume from sitting. I just continue blending. Highly recommend

My favorite foundation. I will never go back! Great for acne prone skin. Very thick - a little goes a long way.

I use this as a concealer under my eyes along with their matte foundation on my face. It does cover well. I use a pin size dab on a concealer brush and it does the trick. It will crease if you use too much.

This is a great option if you are looking to steer clear from all the chemicals in most foundations found in the US. The color description isn't correct though, the color is def not "fair". I am a NC40 in Mac and this is a true medium-tan color. Love this foundation so much. My skin is sensitive and this doesn't break me out, lasts all day, and has a gorgeous semi-matte finish. I use cover fx dewy setting spray and my skin looks so fresh like that no makeup make up look. Wish they had more colors to choose from though as it is slightly darker than my non-summer skin.

I've used Illuminare Foundation off and on for many years in various colors and various consistencies. Naturally, complexions change due to aging and environmental issues. Hands down I can say Illuminare gives me the best results over other brands, including some very expensive ones. Currently I'm using Portofino Porcelain in the Concealing formula over a good primer. Works for me!

Black specs and streaks appeared while applying. Looks like mold. I’ve used this product for years, and never had an issue. Obviously contamination. Will not order from this seller again. Getting easy refund from Amazon.

I have used this concealer for probably 15 years and it is fabulous! I cannot find anything with the complete coverage Illuminare has made. I use it under my darkly shadowed eyes using a small makeup applicator, then spread it gently with my fingers until it no longer looks like concealer. Then, I dust it with a bit of loose (tinted) powder from a small makeup brush to set it. It lasts all day with no settling into wrinkles. I wasted quite a bit of money before finding this one, so I won’t give it up without a fight.

This is legit one of the only makeup for the face that doesn’t break me out. Do I wish it was a bit cheaper yes do i wish Amazon wasn’t always out of Shades and back orders yeah. Tbh it’s not accessible enough so I’m getting something from Sephora but it’s not as clean as this as far as acne causing ingredients.

This is a wonderful makeup product. I mean it’s a bit of a pain to use but it’s meant to be concentrated and blended out. It’s the only version from this brand that didn’t break me out. I read about it on an old blog from a seem detailing all these common ingredients in makeup that cause or exasperate acne. This was one of the handful of foundations that didn’t have any of those ingredients. The shades on this are not great though. Wear is pretty good and I find it quite flat and matt which is what I like

Lovely product cover enough closest I ever get to full coverage

Covers dark bags under eyes very well. Contains good amount of zinc oxide, does not irritate skin. Pricy for the quantity.