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Home » Face » Foundation » If you want to look flawless in super high definition you will need the Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Foundation

If you want to look flawless in super high definition you will need the Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Foundation

May 2, 2016 Paris B 16 Comments

About 2 years back, I showed you what was then one of my favourite liquid foundations for a flawless finish. Last year, this foundation was reformulated. Do you realise how frustrating that is? Knowing that something you love might not be the same again?!

make up for ever ultra hd foundation

The foundation in question is the Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation, which I was told is now formulated to be so camera perfect, it is perfect for 4K TVs, which are even more high definition than HD. What this does then is supposed to be invisible on super high definition screens, so it doesn’t look like you’re wearing makeup, it looks like you just have flawless skin. We are only just getting to grips with HD and we now have to contend with 4K? Needless to say, I can’t keep up with technology, and I don’t even watch HD TV! LOL So much for looking flawless eh? 😛

My primary concern wasn’t to do with how flawless this foundation would make me look, but was more of whether the Make Up For Ever Ultra HD foundation would remain a favourite of mine.

Happily, I still like this foundation very much! 😀

Personally speaking, I can’t quite tell the difference between the old MUFE HD Foundation and this new Ultra HD Foundation 😛

make up for ever ultra hd liquid foundation

Left: Make Up For Ever Ultra HD R230, Right: Make Up For Ever HD N115

Well, except for the packaging that is.

The new version, aside from sporting the new Ultra HD name, bears a silver band around the pump. In the old version, it is a standard black. Everything else remains the same.

Well, except again for the shade numbers, which Make Up For Ever has changed. Previously, MUFE employed a series a numbers, which I never quite came to terms with. There are over 40 shades in their foundation collection, to suit almost any skin tone possible, that I suppose numbers was the easiest way to go. I was previously N115.

The new numbering system uses a letter prefix – R (Rose – pink base and Y- Yellow base) and numbers behind it to determine the depth of colour. Some old shades have been retained but renamed, while others have been changed totally, so you might have to head down to a counter to be shade-matched again. For me however, I got lucky. My old shade N115 exists in the new formula as R230 (Ivory).

make up for ever ultra hd liquid foundation R230 N115

A side-by-side swatch shows that the shades are essentially the same. In fact, I find they have the same texture – a little dry, with medium to full coverage, depending on how much you use. Because it has an R prefix, it has a slightly pink base, which for some reason, suits me better.

From a personal perspective, not taking a lot of high definition photos, or appearing before the camera very much, and on a day to day basis, I found very little difference between this new MUFE Ultra HD Foundation and the old HD Foundation. For that purpose therefore, my previous review remains relevant.

It is lightweight, slightly dry to the feel but blends easily and quickly with a brush. I find it has medium coverage which you can layer on for a fuller coverage, and you can apply some powder over for a more flawless effect. It photographs well, and does give you a lovely effect for your skin.

For how it looks on me, here’s the before-after photos. As always, these sort of pictures are unretouched.

make up for ever ultra hd liquid foundation before/after

I only used a thin layer, which is about 1 pump of foundation, spread and blended with a brush. I think it’s pretty obvious how it covers any redness on skin, and how it evens out the skintone quite nicely. Also, there is an almost velvety look to the skin isn’t there? If I like, I can add on a little more product to cover up pigmentation, but I usually do that with concealer and a little powder.

Because it’s long-lasting, and has a rather noticeable “makeup” effect, I prefer using this only on days when I have a fuller face of makeup on.You may notice how it rather flattens the facial contours, so you need to have some blush to add colour and definition. I can’t deny however, that this foundation photographs beautifully, just as its predecessor did, so if you find yourself before the camera a lot, this is one you might want to check out.

IN A NUTSHELL

The Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Foundation is an improvement on the previously available HD Foundation. I find that in everything but the name, it wears similarly on skin and has a similar texture. The texture is a little thick and dry when pumped out, but it spreads easily on skin and blends well with a brush. The coverage is medium to full depending on how much product you use, but it is very comfortable to wear, and gives a beautiful effect when photographed.

PROS: Lightweight texture, Easy to apply on skin, Medium to full coverage covers redness and flaws well, Not drying, Photographs beautifully, Makes skin look flawless even in person

CONS: Pricey but a little goes a long way, It maybe hard to find a colour match initially or to find your shade in the new numbering system

WHO WILL LIKE IT: Anyone who wants a foundation that will photograph well and medium-full coverage

PRICE: RM195 | US$43 for 30ml

AVAILABILITY: Make Up For Ever boutique at Sephora Starhill, Sephora stores and online

If you’re interested, here’s the ingredient list for this Ultra HD Foundation.

make up for ever ultra hd foundation ingredient list

In fact, MUFE makes very good makeup products, so I find them very underrated as a brand. People tend to overlook them, but they’ve got good stuff!

Did you try the previous MUFE HD Foundation? Does a foundation like this tickle your fancy?

I’m very happy that they’re essentially the same, because this is a very good foundation if you prefer medium-full coverage bases that don’t look fake on skin. The only thing I’m not crazy about is the price, which is rather steep for this bottle of foundation. It’s good, but it really caters best to those who want to look flawless all the time… or who are papped! That rules me out then! 😀 Now tell me, do you have a 4K TV, whatever it is? 😛

Paris B

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  1. Esme says

    May 2, 2016 at 9:25 am

    I think this new version is better than the old one. It’s more natural-looking. I use this foundation with a stipple brush to achieve a natural finish – natural to medium coverage. I prefer the Shiseido Synchro Skin Lasting Foundation for a medium-to-full finish. I think the Shiseido Synchro also feels lighter and silkier on the skin.

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    • Paris B says

      May 2, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      I haven’t tried the Shiseido foundation, but I’ve read so many good things about it! Definitely keen to give it a go soon 😀 I liked this one too. Didn’t feel much different to me from the old one though!

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  2. Fathin says

    May 2, 2016 at 9:57 am

    I guess if you’re going to some events where you will get photographed a lots and/or strong bright lights, the ultra HD effect will help and you don’t need to put gazillion layers of makeup. I always wonder why brides tend to have heavy makeup so maybe it’s to get the HD effect for camera 😛

    Agree with you – the foundation did make your face flatter so some blush should help to bring out your bone structure and glow on your face. By the way, I like your bare face more – you look like you have natural rosy cheeks 😀

    Whether I’m going to get this, probably not. Foundations, for me, is the most serious makeup relationship compare to other products – hard to let go current foundations (Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation in both liquid and stick forms) to “date” others LOL

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    • Paris B says

      May 2, 2016 at 1:02 pm

      Yep yep on the being photographed a lot bit. When I go for events, I put this on. Just to be safe you know? LOL! 😉 There is some residual redness in my cheeks, thanks to the heat when I took this picture. Wish my skin would look as even toned as it does when I first wake up in the morning! Haha! I’m a bit of a foundation slut 😛 Love experimenting with new bases, even if not everything ends up being a long term commitment 😉

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      • Fathin says

        May 4, 2016 at 2:41 pm

        Aha, you’re very passionate about foundation while I’m more to lipsticks and eyeliners LOL

        Maybe I should start to get over my fear of concealer and corrector to get that perfect skin for the photograph 😛 I like the idea of this foundation but for me to buy it for the first time via online without having to get swatches trial on my face, that is a nightmare, haha. Foundation is like THE base of makeup (hence the name foundation like building a house) so if I get wrong shade, my makeup self-esteem will be ruined LOL

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        • Paris B says

          May 4, 2016 at 4:34 pm

          Oh yes, get the foundation wrong and you might as well just wash your face 😛 But I like foundation – it’s nice putting on a mask to face the world 😛 I won’t recommend buying this foundation without testing. With 40 shades, it’s just too tricky to find the right one!

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  3. Tracy@BeautyReflections says

    May 2, 2016 at 11:28 am

    I’m in the minority here! I didn’t like this new version at all. I much preferred the old one. This new one is too siliconey for me and makes any dry flakes show up. I think this version is better suited for those with normal to oily skin types, but if you are older and more prone to dryness like me it’s not a good option. I think the stick version is better if you are dry like me, and that one I do love!

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    • Paris B says

      May 2, 2016 at 1:06 pm

      Oops! To be honest, I didn’t notice any difference between the two. I must be getting old LOL! I too have drier skin and I’ll definitely take a look at the stick one! I think it’s just become available here. Out of curiousity though, won’t the stick version be more drying? I find that most stick foundations feel drier than liquid. For me anyway 🙂

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      • Tracy@BeautyReflections says

        May 2, 2016 at 1:08 pm

        LOL hahaha I noticed a huge diff compared to the old one! Its more like GA Luminous now-more silicone heavy. And no, the stick version is SO emollient…too much for most people. You really have to have dry skin and even then set it with some kind of powder for sure.

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        • Paris B says

          May 2, 2016 at 1:14 pm

          Definitely interested in the stick version now! I like stick makeup – makes life so easy! 😀 I wonder if it’s the weather that made you notice the difference. I just went off to test them again to be sure, and I still didn’t notice! DEFINITELY losing my touch! haha 😀 But will be checking out the stick for sure!

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          • Tracy@BeautyReflections says

            May 2, 2016 at 1:42 pm

            Oh, I bet the weather is a huge factor! So don’t worry, you haven’t lost your touch at all. It’s just SO dry here compared to where you live! You would just DIE at how dry it is here…I’m not kidding…the humidity is non existent.

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            • Paris B says

              May 3, 2016 at 12:32 pm

              I can just feel my skin shrivelling up to a prune! It’s at almost 100% humidity here – you’d suffer! LOL Stay hydrated! 😀

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  4. Lily says

    May 2, 2016 at 11:52 am

    Ah yes I remember this foundation photographs beautifully. Haven’t tried the Ultra HD but I’ve been loving sheer bases. I’m curious about the Becca Aqua Luminous Foundation though. Have you tried it before?

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    • Paris B says

      May 2, 2016 at 1:12 pm

      Sheer bases are great especially in our heat! I’ve been using a lot of BB Creams lately – just enough to even out the base 🙂 I haven’t tried the Becca foundation. I was keen, but most reviews I came across weren’t encouraging as it has a problem setting on skin. In our weather, I have a feeling it might be a little disastrous!

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  5. Amalia says

    May 2, 2016 at 3:15 pm

    Because my concern about foundations is also the ingredients , this is a very good foundation with good ingredients for the skin…. but it is so dry! I’m literally a polka dot face made by Roy Lichtenstein. ha ha!

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    • Paris B says

      May 3, 2016 at 12:33 pm

      Haha I’m sure that’s not true! 😀 It isn’t very dry when worn, to give it credit, just a little dry when swatched on skin and it dries quickly. Otherwise, if you’re looking for something with fuller coverage, this does a decent job, and looks good on camera! 😀

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