REVIEW: Maybelline Clear Smooth Aqua Gel Foundation

Hello there!1

So today, Im here for another review. I bought this product around two weeks ago, when Maybelline had a sale going on. I bought this for 30% off so I thought it was a good deal.Anyhooo....let us proceed to my review!! :)

THE PRODUCT FACTS:

Name:: MAYBELLINE CLEAR SMOOT AQUA GEL FOUNDATION
Shade: True beige #24
Price: P349.00 (original price)
Amount: 30ml/ 1.01 FL. Oz

Comes in a squeeze tube bottle thingy* (don't know what to call it exactly)

What it says in the tube:

• Water based formula gives skin a light and fresh sensation.
• Controls shines for an all day perfect and healthy looking complexion.
• Evens out skin tone and covers imperfections.
• Feels soothing and cares for your skin with chamomile, aloe and vitamin E
• 100% Oil free..Dermatologist tested..Allergy Tested..Fragrance free..Hypoallergenic..Won't clog pores

Ingredients:

Aqua/Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Titanium dioxide, Propylene glycol, Kaolin, Polyacrelamide, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphates, C13-14 Isoparffin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methylparaben, Laureth-7, Tocopheryl acetate, Polymethyl Methcrylate, Sodium C8-16 Isoalkysuccinyl, Wheat Protein Sulfonate, Dimthiconol, Ethyl Paraben, Butyl Paraben, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Chamomilla Recutita/Matricaria Extract, Aloe Barbadensis/Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract,.

May contain: [+/- CI 7781/Titanium dioxide,CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77491/Iron Oxides, Mica, CI 42090/Blue 1]. (F.I.L. 8359/1).

The product as it says is water-based and not sticky but is not water-y as well.

ME:

Skin type: normal to dry
Problem areas: Uneven skin tone, large pores, a red zit on my right cheek

I applied the product on the right side of my face at first and then blended it out using my fingers.

*As you can see, it did evened my skin a bit but did not cover my zit 100%.

* It did brighten my face though. :)

* I used my ELF two-way powder foundation to set the foundation.

FOR COMPARISON:

 MY THOUGHTS:

What I like:

• Affordable
• It is water-based and blends easily without making making my face look cakey
• Adheres well to the skin
• Gives a natural,dew-y finish ( light to medium coverage) 
• No need to use setting powder
• It brightens my face, making me look fresh and awake
•  It stayed on me for about 4 hours without using a primer. 

What I don't like:

• The fist thing I DONT like about this product is that the first time I tried it on, I had a strange sensation on my skin. I felt a sort of tingly, minty sensation on my skin. It was a little unpleasant at first, then after a few seconds the tingly sensation went away but the minty feeling stayed on for about 5 minutes or so. It really bothered me at first but it did not break me out or anything so I continued using it for 2 weeks. Now, I don't feel that unpleasant tingly sensation anymore but I do feel a cooling sensation on face every time I use it.
• It does not do anything about my pores though :(
• It has a very faint alcohol-like odor. 

Recommendation:

• If you have super sensitive skin, I suggest you try this out first and see if you and I have the same reaction. My twin sister used this foundation as well and she did not feel anything unpleasant tingly sensation She did say that she felt a cooling sensation after she applied the product on her skin.
• You can get away without using a setting powder but if you think you need to set it with powder, it is better to use a loose powder and make sure to apply some blush or bronzer so that your face will not look flat.

 I am really not sure whether I will repurchase this once I run out because I do have other light coverage foundation lying around. But, if you are looking for a natural finish go-to-for-everyday-use foundation that you don't need to set with powder, this is a  good option.