I was recently asked if I had tried the new Maybelline Dream Blender, which I had not. This inevitably resulted in me going out to purchase it to try it. In Superdrug the Maybelline counter was on a 3 for 2 offer, so I also picked up a couple of other bits from Maybelline’s ‘dream’ collection.
I have never really been a big fan of Maybelline products, I will admit that I haven’t tried a great deal, which is probably why I’ve never loved anything of theirs. My recent purchases however have changed this.
I’m going to start off with the Maybelline ‘Dream Velvet’ foundation. I tested this in both the shades ‘natural’ and ‘ivory’, I typically would have gone for the lighter option of ‘natural’ but this was out of stock, so I picked up the ‘ivory’ one, which is honestly only a tiny smidge darker. I have never used a foundation that is as true to it’s name as this one is, when it says ‘Dream Velvet’ it really is dreamy and velvet like. This is the softest, smoothest most velvety foundation I have ever used, and it feels so luxurious on the skin! A little of this stuff really goes a long way, you only need like a pea sizes amount to cover the face, or mine at least, and it gives a pretty good coverage! Rather than a liquid, this is more like a creamy consistency, which I was dubious about at first, but I love it. I am overall really pleased with this, and very glad that I picked it up. I do think that this could replace my usual foundation!
Next up is the “Dream Lumitouch” highlighting concealer, I’m not overly impressed with this one, I mean, it does the job, it conceals, it highlights, but it isn’t exceptional, I wouldn’t declare this to be a ‘dream’ like the foundation is. Really it’s just your typical drugstore concealer, and if I’m getting a typical drugstore concealer, I’ll get the collection lasting perfection, because that stuff is amazing. The applicator is nothing exceptional either, twist one end and the product comes out of the other within the brush. I will say it highlights very nicely, under my eyes this is lovely as it has that highlighting factor, but this really isn’t all that amazing in my opinion. Also, I’ve had this for under a week and all of the print on the packaging has come off, so I’m glad I took the photo when I just got it!
Lastly we have the “Dream Blender”, this is basically a small spongey applicator on a little stubby stick. I have still yet to get into this sponge applicator, beauty blender craze, I’m more than happy with a brush, but I will admit that I really like this little thing! It’s super soft and blends really nicely, the pointed part is perfect for blending under the eyes and around the nose and the thicker part blends larger areas really well. It does take more time for me to blend nicely with this, whereas buffing my make-up in with a brush is a quicker process, but if I’ve got the time this does give a really nice finish. I wouldnt say I’m converted, I still love my buffing brush, but I’m definitely a bit more open to the idea of this now that I’ve tried it. I still think I need more time to experiment with the best way to use this, as the whole ‘sponge applicator’ thing is still new to me, as I said. It is really lovely though, and I am glad that I’ve picked it up and tried it.
So there we have it, that was my Maybelline Dream experience, 1 out of 3 is definitely dreamy, that foundation is really glorious, and I think with time I’ll come around to finding the blender a dream too. Have you tried any of the Maybelline Dream products? Let me know what you think of them or if theres any other products you would recommend for me to try.
March 3, 2016 at 8:12 pm
A little for your Moon face!
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March 3, 2016 at 8:23 pm
THANKS
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March 3, 2016 at 8:21 pm
I was shocked at how much I love this foundation! Still pretty dubious about the sponge though… I haven’t heard great reviews
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March 3, 2016 at 8:23 pm
The foundation is absolutely wonderful! And I know what you mean with the sponge, it’s alright, it’s not bad, but I don’t think it could replace my brushes, and I don’t love it, it’s just alright I guess! xx
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March 4, 2016 at 9:37 am
I don’t really use Maybelline products either (apart from the Lash Sensation because that stuff is amazing) but the foundation sounds really good. I have the RT miracle complexion sponge and I love it, but I love the idea of a sponge on a stick – may have to try this one out!
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March 4, 2016 at 9:40 am
I agree, Lash Sensational is brilliant and a must have from Maybelline! The foundation is really great, I would completely recommend it. The sponge is worth a try if you already enjoy using sponge applicators, but I wasn’t overly thrilled by it, I need more time to perfect it I think! x
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March 9, 2016 at 4:42 pm
I’ve heard people raving about the foundation but I haven’t tried it myself yet. How does the applicator works? Do you also need to dampen it like a beauty blender? Great post! 👍
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March 9, 2016 at 7:37 pm
The foundation is really really lovely, and has completely pushed my usual one to the back of the shelf! According to the instructions, you just go straight in with it, either put the foundation straight onto the blender, or dab in in on your hand and blend in circular motions, but I found that this just didn’t work too well for me, and I’ll be honest, I haven’t picked it up at all since! xx
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March 9, 2016 at 7:59 pm
It looks like it’s difficult and uncomfortable to use I hope it wasn’t too expensive.
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March 9, 2016 at 8:05 pm
It is, it’s really solid, it’s not soft and squishy like you would expect from a sponge! Luckily it was quite a cheap item! xx
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March 15, 2016 at 9:01 am
Are they pricey? Foundation sounds good and yeah those sponges seem weird, I don’t think I would know where to start with how to use them!!
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March 15, 2016 at 9:08 am
Not pricey at all no, and all on a 3 for 2 offer!! I’m not a great fan of the sponge, first time it was alright, but it’s just not spongey enough I don’t think, weird!
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March 21, 2016 at 8:03 pm
I like be the dream blender and I’m not really into make up!
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March 21, 2016 at 8:08 pm
Not a totally worthless purchase then!
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March 21, 2016 at 8:04 pm
I really like the dream blender!! Auto corrected again!
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April 11, 2016 at 5:31 pm
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April 11, 2016 at 5:40 pm
Does the foundation dry out? I have dry skin and it is a nightmare to get the perfect foudation! The foundation i use now is No7 Instant radiance foundation, which is fantastic! I wear the lightest shade calico 😊 I decided not to wear make-up today and people said i looked unwell 😭 I’m just like no i have no make-up on lol!
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April 11, 2016 at 5:42 pm
I wouldn’t recommend it for dry skin, I’ve since writing this developed a few dry patches and it does tend to clump around them! For dry skin you probably want more of a water based foundation xx
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April 11, 2016 at 5:48 pm
Damn! Lol! Just stick to my no.7 until i can afford more expensive brands like bobbi brown! Xxx thanks doll
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