I forgot to mention that this comes in 8 shades in the US and 7 in the UK

I have it and I agree it’s a bit more finicky than it probably needs to be but I think I’m a very odd niche customer who benefits from some of its properties. I have incredibly dry skin and I’m prone to redness. When I put it all over and then add foundation I feel like my redness is nicely minimized and my skin tone is evened out. It also really helps with my forehead which is my driest area. Everything looks more smooth. My favorite product to put on top is the missha b perfect cover bb cream. Works like a charm (for me)

This was a great help and I love the way you express your thoughts as you go because that is really what we all want to know

The color of your shirt in this vid is so flattering on you ❤

This is a good thorough review. I love the 2nd makup look 🌷💕

With the current state of influencer integrity I appreciate this true wear test and that you don't bullshit stuff Kat!

Was just looking for your video and here you are !

Thank you so much for this review. It helped a lot.

Im glad I saw this. I was thinking of buying but now I won’t. Thanks for spending the time to make this video.

I use this as an illuminating BB cream and sheer coverage. I have dry skin and it gives me a nice glow. I prefer a dewy coverage as well so this suits me. Longwear not so much but it does not make that claim. I like that it seems to automatically match my shade upon application. I use the lightest shade but actually have medium-to-fair skin tone. I know it was launched in a limited shade range but apparently this was deliberate because the formulation is meant to adjust to most skin tones automatically. I never noticed the glitter in the formulation until reviews started coming out by other users who pointed that out. I have gone through this much faster than anything else I have ever used so I am uncertain the price point is actually good value anymore, particularly as the price seems to be going up. The sponge applicator also sucks. As far as dupe claims go with CT Hollywood Filter, which I also have and have used for many years, that is a reach.

I've been waiting for this product to come to NZ/AU. It's been in the States for a while now. Hopefully will be able to find it in NZ and satisfy my curiosity. Thank you for your review Kat, will note a few gotchas you've mentioned.

Lovely in depth review thq

Can you please share the greenish eyeliner you've used here? It's super flattering on you!

I love mine tbh xx

I've had this product for a few months and I feel similarly -- it's just incredibly OK. I *LIVE* for a light glowy base, but my two big issues with it are: even in the lightest shade it's kinda grey and dull on my skin (despite the shine), and when I use it all over alone, I like the finish but it stays wet in a way where if I touch my face at all it basically just wipes away immediately no matter how long I've had it on. I also have the ELF Halo Glow Liquid Filter and I prefer it to this, but I'm too cheap to buy the CT Flawless Filter, so I don't know how well that compares either.

I wonder how this would be to mix with an intense matte blush, like the matte Rare Beauty blushes. The base colour might tone them down a bit, but the shine could make it more satin.

Which sunscreen you used before make up ? ❤

So glad I didn't buy this after watching your review - I am not a fan of visible sparkle all over the face, and I'd hoped that such a glowy product would leave more of a natural, not totally matte finish after powdering. Also, I love your eyeliner in this - that blackened teal shade is really pretty.

I wear the CT and other glowy products like this one under foundation . Then do concealer powder etc and the illumination comes through your foundation

I liked the second application but it looks like a lot of fuss to make a base product work. Loved the video.

Hi Kat, did you ever pick up the natasha denona glam palette?

Can you share what lipstick shade you're wearing here, please? Gorgeous!

Does it crease into wrinkles? I regret ordering it online after reading reviews saying the lightest shade is very warm + seeing it lift when layered in this video. Also the packaging seems deliberately designed to waste product & rip us off lol.

Looks like, it would be a great product for the body.

Can we have a video on your permanent items that you consistently rebuy?

Have you tried the elf halo liquid glow yet? It's a very clear CT dupe, with the wand and everything. I have combo/oily skin and actually really enjoy it, knocks out my red cheek and nose, gives the perfect amount of glow and looks smooth.

I got the lightest shade of this and it`s too dark 😅 Luckily it is so sheer that when I blend it in it looks like a shiny light bronzer and I can dab a foundation in the places I don`t want to be bronzy…I did not want an extra step, I wanted it to be a one and done base product for lazy days and it does not do that. I agree that the product empties fast, since I really don`t like it, it is a blessing and I can get rid of it faster 😂

Hi what are you wearing on your eyes at the "day 2" part? (17 minutes in)

Hi Kat i mix my charlotte tilbury half and half with my foundation and then use my other products as well bronzer blush and highlighter,concealer ,and eyes but not powder , and it will last twelve hours , but thats how i use mine , yes i use a palette ,to mix, but it looks to me that charlottes Tilburys is quite thick and mixes well with foundation , and i have had my bottle of charlottes for a year and it really lasts , yours looks thin and won’t last you for very long . so fase economy ! regards liz x

Is that the infamous blurple nail polish I see? I still keep an eye out for possible dupes whenever I watch a nail related video.

I heard some people say that when you take the sponge off, the product comes separated, idk

I was pretty sceptical of a how those 4 functions for work in the one product- conceal AND highlight- I'm not sure about that..

Mine would always come out split, like a clear oily liquid and a thick shimmery cream. I pushed through anyway, but I just found it underwhelming. I’ve got the Mac Strobe Cream and a mini of the Charlotte Tilbury, this isn’t an exact dupe for them, but I get such a similar effect that it’s not worth the finickiness. I know they are more expensive, but I’ve had my strobe cream so long I probably need to consider getting rid of it. And I use it most days I wear makeup.

I just bought it. I should have waited for your review….

I just wish companies would put foundations and liquid products in airless pump packaging

Hello, I know I'm a bit late to the party, but I just bought two of those (different colours) as they were on sale. They are very liquidy/watery. A lot of clear liquid comes out first, then the product itself is very sheer. Anyone has the same experience? I am doing something wrong here?

I think it looks very nice on you

It separates in the bottle also.

Apply it and then you need to use a makeup sponge to blend it, you applied quite a bit.

Price went up in the last 2 months, is now $35. I missed it last time at 1/2 price, but bought it yesterday as cw has it for very almost half price.

I wanted to love this! I do enjoy it, but every time I use this, my face breaks out! The CT is NOT worth the money. Tarte has 2 that I enjoy, and elf has their new one which is really great. ❤

What colors

I always find those sponges waste/absorb so much product!

I bought it yesterday before seeing the reviews. When I used it it felt like my skin was oily and had too much glitter. I think that as a BB cream it doesn't work and as a concealer either because it has very little coverage so it doesn't cover dark circles as well as the brand's other concealer. As a highlighter for the cheekbones it might work and leave a nice glow but not all over the face. I also looked at the ingredients and there are some that clog pores which can cause acne. In conclusion, there are much better products than this one on the market and I don't think it's worth investing in this one.

I have this and took the foam top off. Better for mixing

I have the CT and the Maybelline. The CT is nice but I won't buy it again just because I don't need it or rely on it. The Maybelline is barely OK and does much less in every way than the CT, plus I don't like the sponge applicator. It felt a bit slimy to me like it never dried down all the way. My foundation definitely didn't feel stuck to my skin and transferred onto everything. 100% sure won't buy it again.

Its shocking to me how much drugstore products are in Aus. Im in the US

I just bought it... And i rejected it..i don't know how too use it...

I was so disappointed by this mine was so watery and had no coverage

I was going to purchase this I think I'll give it a miss After watching this,

Thanks for trying so I can give it a miss 🤣 don't need makeup that is finicky

As always - when something is trying to do it all, it doesn’t do anything particularly good 😏

I think this product is simply not for you, the skilled makeup artist who creates a lovely finished face using lots of products. I don't think it's meant to be covered in powder. I had never bought a Maybelline product before this one, and I love it. I recommend it for when you're going somewhere that a heavily made-up look would be out of place: like a hiking trail. Skiing. A run to the farmer's market. Or heading home after an overnight when you don't have your array of makeup products with you. The finish with this is natural and dewy, better than no makeup at all, and there are a lot of times when that look is appropriate for the activity.

It's a no from me. I'm not really sure what they were thinking with this one.

I hated it tbh it didn’t look good on me at all lol

Tbf your skin was shiny af before applying

I bought it yesterday before seeing the reviews. When I used it it felt like my skin was oily and had too much glitter. I think that as a BB cream it doesn't work and as a concealer either because it has very little coverage so it doesn't cover dark circles as well as the brand's other concealer. As a highlighter for the cheekbones it might work and leave a nice glow but not all over the face. I also looked at the ingredients and there are some that clog pores which can cause acne. In conclusion, there are much better products than this one on the market and I don't think it's worth investing in this one.