Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation ($64 CAD) is not just a great oil absorbing, velvet matte finish foundation that offers excellent coverage for acne sufferers but new studies have now shown an unexpected benefit. It is actually improving the condition of acne prone skin, not just camouflaging it.
Here are some of the key benefits of the Hourglass Immaculate foundation:
- The high-tech foundation absorbs oil and camouflages imperfections, while its unparalleled velvet matte finish eliminates the need for powder, blotting tissues or constant touch-ups throughout the day.
- The ingredient Cashmere Kaolinite Clay plays an integral role. The advanced new clay offers exceptional oil absorption—absorbing 75% of its weight in sebum while retaining moisture in the skin.
- The oil-free, humidity-proof, water-resistant formula transforms from liquid to powder and dries down instantly to a long-wearing, velvet matte finish that never looks dull or flat.
- Unlike matte foundations of old, Immaculate’s superfine treated pigments provide unsurpassed coverage without looking cakey or mask-like.
- Ideal for oily or blemish-prone complexions or those seeking a buildable medium to full coverage foundation with a velvet matte finish.
Now here’s the really cool part. After hearing some really positive things about people’s experiences with the product, Hourglass commissioned an independent study in Spring 2013 to document the foundation’s astonishing short- and long-term skin benefits. Based on a 4-week consumer study of 30 women with oily, acne-prone skin, Immaculate demonstrated dramatic visible improvements:
- 100% reported an improvement in overall skin appearance and skin smoothness
- 100% reported that the product worked without drying skin out
- 83% reported a decrease in oil production and the need for touch-ups
- 80% reported a visible improvement in acne scars
- 70% reported a visible improvement in pore size
- 63% reported a reduction in the severity of breakouts
Hourglass Immaculate achieves this result with clinical levels of two advanced, anti-aging ingredients Phytostem Edelweiss, an active derived from a rare Alpine plant, slows collagen degradation and reduces wrinkle depth by 15% after 20 days of use, and Lavandox, an ingredient extracted from Spanish lavender, reduces the appearance of wrinkles by 11% after 24 hours of application. Also inhibits muscle contractions which lead to fine lines and wrinkles. It is free of oil, parabens, phthalates, synthetic dyes, gluten and fragrance. Vegan. No animal testing.
While this foundation doesn’t work out that well for me, as my skin is dry and not oily nor acne prone, it does offer a beautiful soft matte finish that give the skin a soft focus effect blurring imperfection. If I can get my skin a little more hydrated I will be putting this in regular rotation as I love the finish. Unfortunately in my skin’s current condition the liquid powder formula accentuates any dry patches on my skin.
Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation is available in 16 shades at Sephora and Barneys New York.
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