Lancome recently launched their new Teint Miracle liquid foundation to much acclaim the world over. The liquid foundation that promises to give your skin a glow and fill it with a luminous aura, does capture the imagination.
Of course, the gorgeous Julia Roberts on the promo posters doesn’t help. We all want to look glowy like Julia don’t we?! So let’s take a gander at the Teint Miracle liquid foundation and see how it fares.
Being in Malaysia, I noticed that the Teint Miracle foundation we get here is from Japan. Hence, our foundation has the Japanese style of numbering and has no names.
Mine is PO-03 (pink ochre = pink undertones). I did mention to the makeup artist that in Maquiliquide, I take BO-01 (beige undertones) but she told me this was different. I didn’t think it should run that far, but nevermind, I thought. Let’s take this for a run and see anyway.
First off, there is a technique to applying this liquid foundation. You can’t just slap it on with my usual technique, nor are you encouraged to use a brush or sponge. Instead, I was told to use my fingers and apply it in an upward motion, as I would a face cream. This, I was told, will help skin look more lifted and enhances the glowy factor.
The texture is very light on the skin. It almost feels like you are wearing nothing which is very impressive. I am one of those who hates the masky feel of liquid foundation and I am very sensitive to heavy foundations. So, I tend to go for lighter foundations and those are usually more sheer.
Which brings me to the third notable point. The coverage for me is medium light. With just this foundation, I can easily cover up redness and some minor imperfections better than with a regular sheer light liquid foundation. And, all with just 1 pump. Quite impressive wot?
So is this then, a Miracle as it claims? I ran into trouble in paradise with another 2 notable points.
This foundation oxidised a little on my skin – something Maquiliquide did not do. So although PO-03 was a good match immediately, after a couple of hours, it was about half a shade darker. Not very noticeable, but enough that I saw it. Perhaps I should then go for half a shade lighter so by the time it oxidises it should come up to my proper shade?
Secondly, the foundation turned a bit oily on my skin. This one’s a bit odd because I do not have oily skin and most foundation, liquid or powder do manage to stay put till the end of the day without too much incident. Teint Miracle however turned a bit oily and by the end of the day, had slid off because I had to do what I almost NEVER do – blot!
The problem however, is that some of you have noticed that in photographs, there is a nice glow to the skin. I used it when I met Zohn Ho the Estee Lauder makeup maestro and a couple of you asked what foundation I used. This was it. I’ve also noticed in a couple of other photos that it does give the skin a glowy effect without looking too much like an oil slick.
Because of the 2 drawbacks, I now consign my Lancome Teint Miracle foundation to limited use – for night or for short events when I’d only wear foundation or makeup for a few hours and I want nice photos taken. The oxidisation and oiliness starts after about 2 hours so that’s my gauge.
Pros: Nice glow on the skin, Medium coverage, Very lightweight texture, Did not break me out.
Cons: Oxidized a little on my skin, Turned a little oily on my skin after a few hours, Plastic cap and pump does not fit the elegant look of the bottle
I cannot say however, if it will oxidise on you or turn oily on you. Its one of those things you have to learn for yourself. So my advice before you run out and buy this foundation, is to go to a Lancome counter and ask for a sample which you can try wearing for a day or two. A small sample should be sufficient to help you decide if this one’s your Miracle 🙂
Oh one more complaint. The elegant glass bottle reminds me of Tresor in Love, but I feel the plastic lucite cover and pump looks a bit tacky by comparison. I know it costs more, but a glass cover would look better since its transparent.
Have you tried this one yet? I know lots of ladies who have and who love how lightweight it feels on their skin yet offers a nice coverage without looking masky. However, no one seems to report the same problems I faced so perhaps I’m in the minority. If you have tried this one, do please share your experience! 🙂
Edited to add: Diorskin Nude foundation gives a nice glow to the skin and is very lightweight too without either of the 2 problems I faced with Teint Miracle.
Paris B
Lancome Teint Miracle liquid foundation retails at RM130/30ml at all Lancome counters. Until 31 October 2010, get a mini makeover and colour match at all Lancome counters and receive a 7 day sample of Teint Miracle while stocks last.
Indulgent Diva says
October 29, 2010 at 9:09 amI’ve just tried a sample of this today. I loved the glow this morning…but by now (lunchtime), I’m feeling a bit greasy on my T-zone. So perhaps it isn’t my miracle too.
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 10:40 amYikes! You too! Maybe it’ll work better in winter for you?
Connie De Alwis says
October 29, 2010 at 9:10 amReporting for the same problems that you were facing, Ma’am!!
I had everything ready to review this foundation except for… you know what T_T
Did you try the foundation with the Shu UV underbase mousse? New one. Any better at controlling the oiliness? I still turned oily la but at least not in patches
AnnaYJia says
October 29, 2010 at 9:17 amConnie ~ I did try it together with the Shu UV underbase mousse too. Because Shu one is quite drying so I thought it would be better to control the oil. But herm…still became quite oily after a couple of hours =(
Connie De Alwis says
October 29, 2010 at 10:33 amif your skin’s more on the oily side I don’t think it’d make much of a difference :-/
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 10:41 amWhew! Same problem so I’m not alone! I didn’t try it with the Shu mousse. But maybe I’ll try with a primer and see what happens. Oh wait I did. Less oily but still oxidised and still slipped a bit 🙁 Works great in the first 2 hours though 😀
Hanny says
October 29, 2010 at 10:41 amI did try it, and I love it. Hmmm. Strange that I’m in the same shade as you… I’ve always thought myself to be darker in skintone… But it did NOT get oily on me with the nice “glow” as you said. ^.^
I guess the same product works differently for different people, eh?
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 11:01 amYup it definitely works differently for different people. Did you find it oxidizing or getting darker on you? This one did on me 🙁 Glad it works for you though 😀
Hanny says
October 29, 2010 at 12:37 pmNope??? Maybe the thing was too light for me in the beginning, and oxidized into something just right?
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 1:59 pmBut if its alright when first applied then it should be alright. Looks like it works well for you then!
Jennifer says
October 29, 2010 at 11:31 amthanks for your review!! im’ now tempted to try DiorSkin Nude’s foundation more 😛
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 12:09 pmoops! 😛
Jean says
October 29, 2010 at 11:47 amYou are so fair, cant really see much different from the photos..=p
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 12:10 pmhaha can… there is redness around the nose which is covered and the skin looks more even. That said, I have been having a good skin time so perhaps thats why 🙂
AnT says
October 29, 2010 at 12:06 pmFound oxidizing and getting darker on me as well! Same shade which I have gotten as a sample. Ew.. that little glow on my face is actually that little oiliness after less than 3 hours 🙁
No dearie, not a miracle for me after all 😛 “You are not alone~~” 😛
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 12:10 pmOk person #3 to report in with same issues! I’m glad I’m not alone 😉
Vivi says
October 29, 2010 at 12:33 pmNo oxidation but….T-Zone turns greasy after 2-3 hrs. Need to use blotting paper these days!
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 1:59 pmaiyiyi another one with oily problem! Maybe that’s the “glow” 😉
j3nny9irL says
October 29, 2010 at 1:54 pmIt does look very natural and the colour match was just right but considering it oxidizes… it’s a big NO NO then. Yes Paris you are so fair!! Omigosh? Hahahah
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 1:59 pmHaha… I think there might have been some blowout there – i’m not THAT white, just close 🙂
Slowbrogal says
October 29, 2010 at 6:44 pmOMG!! Paris, u’re so fair..and u use PO-03. I’m on NC30 and the SA gimme PO-03. Something wrong with her..
ParisB says
October 29, 2010 at 6:57 pmhaha… no wonder I thought my skin looked a bit dull. Now if she would have just listened to me and given me something close to BO-01 😛 Thanks for sharing! Did you like it though?
Slowbrogal says
October 30, 2010 at 3:44 amWhen I first tried it out in counter, it does look great. But when took the sample home and give it a try, it does give me a bad breakouts. Not good experience though.
Lisa says
October 29, 2010 at 7:49 pmI have the exact same problems you’ve highlighted with this foundation.Big turnoff for me is i actually have to blot my skin within 2 hours and i have pretty dry skin. I was expecting so much more out of it and was sorely disappointed that it performed so average. Yes, me too, so much more prefer my Dior Nude. I also love my I Nuovi Gel Base, Mac Studio Sculpt, ZA Skin Beauty much more than this.
ParisB says
October 30, 2010 at 2:24 pmGosh! So I really am not alone in realizing this one turns oily. Considering I spend most of my day indoors in air conditioning it did surprise me.
gio says
October 29, 2010 at 10:34 pmThanks for the review. It looks very natural on you. But if it turns oily on the skin, I’ll skip it.
ParisB says
October 30, 2010 at 2:25 pmHard to say if it might work better in cooler drier climates though 🙂
kim says
October 29, 2010 at 11:54 pmthink u should have notice about chanel vitalumiere aqua liduid foundation by now, wish to know what u think of it. i found bobbi brown luminuous liquid foundation looks glowy too which i feel good about it too. hope u can venture into both of this items and make a review.
ParisB says
October 30, 2010 at 2:25 pmYup am familiar with those but haven’t tried them. If I do I’ll report 🙂 thanks
lavender says
October 30, 2010 at 1:15 pmThis foundation oxidized on my skin too. and it turned oily after a while.
ParisB says
October 30, 2010 at 2:31 pmAww too bad so many people are reporting the same problem. Isn’t it great you found out from a sample? 🙂
shuaddict says
October 30, 2010 at 7:19 pmSis bought a bunch of lipsticks at the Lancome counter so took a chance to try it out – on the back of my hand it looked quite good 😀 The SA gave a sample but it’s the same shade, 003, yours should definitely be lighter.
Saikai says
October 31, 2010 at 12:56 pmBought Teint Miracle after getting sample from counter. Love it to max . It’s so lightweight and natural , feel like wearing nothing on my face. Little bit oily after few hours but will purchase again after finish my bottle.
maureen says
November 30, 2010 at 12:37 ami’m really surprised by all the reviews. this foundation has just been given 5 stars in the guardian magazine by lauren luke!!
ParisB says
November 30, 2010 at 11:16 pmGuess you can’t believe everything you read in the mags then 😉
MssieMuffins647 says
December 16, 2010 at 2:04 amThank you for doing a very detailed, point by point review of this foundation,
You just saved me the trip heading down a Lancome Booth 😀
I think I’ll stay with my Estee Lauder Double Wear Light 🙂
Merci buckets
stacey says
February 24, 2012 at 2:06 pmMy skin is dry and flaky by nature. I am never ever greasy. However, when I put this on in the morning, it brings attention to the dryness but then by the evening, i am a greasy mess. and… it comes off on my phone at work after a few hours! Very unhappy with the overall results of this makeup!