I've had a lot of compliments on how my skin looks and questions about the foundation I'm using at the moment, and I've been trying my best to keep it under wraps till now. NARS Sheer Glow foundation sounded right up my street but for the longest time I never got around to actually trying it. The 'sheer' description makes the product seem very expensive for that kind of finish, but it's more of a medium coverage which is definitely buildable. I find I don't need a lot of product to do my whole face, and it leaves the most lovely, dewy glow as if I'm actually drinking enough water and getting enough sleep.
I do like to use concealer for extra coverage around any problem areas (such as under my eyes, to mask the redness around my nose and so on) but that's no different from any foundation. Recommended for normal to dry skin, this formula is perfect for me and doesn't accentuate any thirsty areas. I don't think the 'glow' in the name should put anyone off though; it's very subtle and doesn't look the slightest bit greasy. Sheer Glow doesn't contain any SPF which I personally like, as you can just use SPF skincare or go without for nights out or flash photography to avoid that dreaded ghost face. It's also fragrance free thankfully, since there's nothing worse than finding a great foundation that you can't stand the smell of. Another plus for Sheer Glow is that it's non-comedogenic - which means it won't clog up your pores - hooray!
NARS Sheer Glow foundation is pretty expensive in my eyes, especially considering the fact that you need to buy a pump separately, should you want one. The pumps seem to be sold out absolutely everywhere at the moment, but to be honest they're only a few pounds and it wouldn't hurt them to just include one with the foundation as it's not cheap to begin with. Gripes aside though, this is truly a wondrous foundation and I'd totally recommend if you have skin on the drier side.
I wouldn't even think twice before repurchasing this, that's how much I love it. I guess sometimes you really do get what you pay for. Have you tried NARS Sheer Glow? What's your favourite foundation (and your skin type please!)?
For reference: the shade I have, Deauville (light with neutral undertones), is slightly too pale for me when I'm using fake tan, so I'm testing out a sample of Punjab (medium with golden, peachy undertones) at the moment! If you're not sure about shades, visit your local counter (I went to John Lewis on Oxford Street) and the MUA was extremely friendly and helpful!
this makes your skin looks flawless!
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ReplyDeleteI'm so interested by this foundation, but I have combination skin so think I'll need a sample before I spend all that money. Looks perfect on you though! Gorgeous as always Emma x
ReplyDeleteyou should try a sample of the Nars Sheer Matte. Its like Sheer Glow but instead is aimed at more oily skin and leaves a velvety matte finish. I love it!
DeleteLooks great! Your skin looks amazing and smooth! xx
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Your skin looks amazing! I really want to try this :)
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I just bought a bottle of this a few weeks ago and I think I have FINALLY found my holy grail foundation (fingers crossed but I think we're in good shape)! I am very fair with normal/dry skin that can sometimes be sensitive, making it a little red and Mont Blanc is the PERFECT shade for my skin. My skin looks glowy and dewy without ever looking greasy or slick and I don't think I look "too" made up with this but it offers great coverage. I don't currently use a powder to set it but with a primer it lasts me all day and I only need to maybe do a little touch up before going out for the evening. I cannot praise this foundation enough, I'm glad you're enjoying too! xx
ReplyDeleteThis looks so amazing on you! I always wanna try this but it's just a bit expensive :(
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this looks gorgeous! i have slightly more troublesome skin but i'm loving my estee lauder double wear foundation, it lasts all day and i can finally trust my foundation :)
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Your skin looks great with this on! xxx
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I'm always looking for good foundations, and it's the one item that I'll splurge on, because a good foundation makes the world of difference :-) xo
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I really want to try this as I love the glowy, dewy look! I have combination skin and my favourite foundation is benefit hello flawless X
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What did you use to apply this? I have it too but doesn't come out as dewy on me!
ReplyDeleteI tried this for a night out and was really impressed! I think I'll definitely buy the full size when I can. Your skin looks so flawless here xxx
ReplyDeleteYes, It's my favoirite and MontBlanc matches exactly my skin colour. I'm a normal/combination :)
ReplyDeleteThe finish looks beautiful! It really suits you :)
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This looks gorgeous on you, I really need to pick this up!
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So beautiful! I want some now!
ReplyDeletelooks flawless! i have very dry skin and i mix rimmel's wake me up foundation with the mac studio sculpt and my skin has never looked better, and ive used estee lauder double wear and the lot! :) definitly going to get this foundation sounds perfect for my skin type x
ReplyDeleteyou look flawless! I've been looking into buying this and you have definitely tipped me to buy it, thank you for the great review :-)
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I really really want this foundation, the price just scares me a little! You look absolutely flawless though :)
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amazing glow and the coverage looks flawless really lovely product
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I just finished a bottle of it today. Gutted! Ill buy another but I'm going to try to use up a couple of others first. X
ReplyDeleteThis is such a gorgeous foundation! I wish there was a shade light enough for me :) <3 xx
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I currently use mac studio sculpt but tried this the other week in the shade mont blanc. I had been wanting to try it for a while and absolutely loved it but unfortunately they didn't have it in stock. Was perfect for my pale dry skin and going to order it online on my next pay day!
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This foundation looks perfect! I've been on the look out for a new foundation, I might have to splurge.
ReplyDeleteThis foundation looks so gorgeous on you, shame I need higher coverage xx
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I love Sheer Glow! I will admit the price is certainly a put-off but the results are fantastic. I previously always chose high coverage foundations but I love the fact that this is so buildable for the desired look.
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Aww I really want to give this a try! shame its almost 30 quid for a bottle!!
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Looks gorgeous on you, I have a love/hate relationship with this foundation, sometimes it looks fab others I look orange.
ReplyDeleteThis looks so good but I'm always cautious of foundations that have "glow" etc in them because I have terribly oily skin. My favourite foundation of all time is definitely No 7 Stay Matte, I'll never look back :)
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been on my list of foundations to buy for a while. just haven't gotten around to it!
ReplyDeleteI loveee the finish of this but it doesn't do well on my oily skin :( x
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This sounds great and the finish looks really flawless on your skin. Xx
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The finish on this looks flawless and its really light looking also i.e a true natural colour which I like in products especially foundations so I am considering buying this myself but maybe one more suited for oily skin complexion :) x
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I'm using a tester at the moment and I have the shade Deauville too, and I think I'll need a different shade for summer too, but the colour match is perfect right now, it really evens out my skin tone beautifully and has the most naturally healthy finish without being too glowy. I love the texture, and for such a lightweight feeling foundation is is well pigmented :)
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Oh and I forgot to say - you're right! The MUA's are amazing, the guy I saw in Selfridges took one look at my face and handed me Deauville...I was a little sceptical that he could tell my tone/colour match so quickly but he was spot on! Genius.
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The 'sheer' in the title put me off a little too but I'm tempted to try this now. Great review as always! (:
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Hey there! A step warmer than deauville that isnt too pinky for me is Fiji. I really love the shade.
ReplyDeletedoesn't look dewy but it's hard to capture that in a photo sometimes, I agree it's a bit to light for your skintone, but great product review.
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ReplyDeleteI'm having trouble finding a good foundation right now.. my skin used to be dry and I used the Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation, but my skin has changed to combination and I'm finding it hard to find one that isn't matte and isn't dewy; do you know any good in-between foundations?
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This looks gorgeous on you! It's such a shame you have to buy the pump seperately, I'm sure most people prefer a pump so they should definitely include one on the orginal. I'd love to try this foundation but don't think glowing would go too well with my oily skin type :(
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This is on my list of things to try! It looks like such a nice foundation! :) ♥
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I adore Nars Sheer Glow, I've never used a foundation which works for me as well as this one. The only downside I feel is the name as it's bloomin confusing!
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I went to buy it yesterday and my shade was out of stock, I was so disappointed, it looks awesome!
ReplyDeleteBut I'll definitely get it before the end of the month!
I am currenly using YSL touche eclat foundation and have heard that sheer glow is slightly better? The only reason that I havent purchased yet is because it doesn't come with a pump, excuses haha.
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my all time favorite foundation!
ReplyDeletelooks lovely on your skin xx
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This foundation looks lovely! I'm really keen to try Nars's Matte Foundation, however, i'm waiting until i go to america next week as make-up is so much cheaper over there! My current foundation is MAC's Studio Fix fluid, it has medium to full coverage and is really good for normal skin types c:
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this looks incredible on you, your skin looks so hydrated in the photos! xx
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