Product Review : NARS Velvet Matte Skin Tint


Hello guys!
On today's blog post we will be reviewing NARS Velvet Matte Skin Tint ($63.00AU). I was SO excited when I saw they released this. Being a busy on the go mother I am in constant search for a good tinted moisturiser that provides SPF and gives coverage with a punch. Of course being the makeup fanatic that I am, after seeing various reviews via blogs and youtube I had-to-buy-it. 
Admittedly, I wasn't going to review this product, but after using it various times I had some thoughts of my own and just had to review the product twice for this blog post (not using a setting powder AND using a setting powder).
Purchase product HERE.

 Let's review it shall we?
Claims
This lightweight, oil free skin tint works to keep skin lightly hydrated while controlling unwanted shine. Enriched with rose fruit extract and antioxidant-rich vitamins C and E, the look of pores are tightened, skin tone is evened and fine lines are smoothed. With a soft-focus effect that blurs the look of flaws, skin has never looked better.
- via Mecca Cosmetica Website CLICK HERE

You can also read NARS' claims and product description HERE


Ingredients
Straight away I noticed Alcohol is one of the first five ingredients listed, so those with sensitive skin may find irritation when using this product. Keep that in mind. I, however did not notice anything happening to my skin in terms of irritation. 

Active Ingredients: Octinoxate 7.5%, Octisalate 3%. Inactive Ingredients: Methyl Trimethicone, Alcohol, Water, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isododecane, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Calcium Carbonate, Fragrance, Sodium Chloride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Trimethylsiloxysilylcarbamoyl Pullulan, Hydroxyapatite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.


Packaging
  • Black squeeze tube
  • Contains 50mls of product
  • Flat top lid (great for storing)
TRIAL
Using it without setting the product with any powders

Before
  • After skincare regime
  • Hyper pigmentation around nose, jaw line and chin area
  • A few minor red blemishes
 After
  • After one layer over entire face
  • Redness, blemishes concealed
  • Light to Medium coverage - Buildable
  • Easy to blend
  • Semi-matte finish. Still had bounce to it and looked natural.
MOTD 
  • No setting powders, primers or setting sprays applied
  • Easy to blend products (bronzers, blush, etc) even though it was not set
End Of Day - 10 Hours Wear
  • Very oily and shiny on entire face
  • Faded along nose and blemish on four head is visible
Verdict - Unset
I loved it when first applied. I was surprised at how much coverage this "tinted" moisturiser had. Felt like I was using a foundation rather than a tinted moisturiser because of the amount of coverage it gave off. The finish was satisfying and it felt light weight on the skin. However, I noticed it never really "set" and was transferring onto anything that came in contact with my skin (tissues, fingers, you name it). 
Within a couple of hours wearing my oil became visible - to the point that I actually felt dirty and couldn't wait for the end of the day where I could wash it off. I could just feel this uncomfortable film of oil over my entire face. Now I wouldn't usually rant on about how uncomfortable I felt and how oily my skin became like a big princess throwing a tantrum on her throne... but, I spent a good $63.00 on a tinted moisturiser from a reputable brand that claims it controls unwanted shine, also the fact that the product contains no oil, I was expecting something amazing. 
Of course, I didn't want to admit defeat on my purchase so I decided to give it another shot by putting it on trial again but this time setting it with a powder. 

TRIAL 
Using it with a setting powder

Before
  • No primers applied. 
  • Redness along nose, jawline and chin
  • Minor red blemishes
After

  • Applied a setting powder
  • Concealed all redness and blemishes
Makeup Of The Day

End Of The Day - 10 Hours Wear

  • Oil over entire face
  • Faded for the most part of my face
  • Setting it did nothing!
Verdict - Set
Setting it did absolutely nothing. it still gave me the same oily result. Am I disappointed? Absolutely. I guess my expectations were high because of the money I had spent and the amazing reviews I had viewed online. I guess what works for one doesn't necessarily work for anther and vice versa? 
Admittedly, I still refuse to announce defeat and will still use the product, maybe mixing it with other foundations? I don't know. Either way I know I've tried foundations/tinted moisturises that cost less and doesn't leave me greasy at the end of the day.  

I hope you all found this review helpful. 
How have you guys gone with this product?

xx/Vanessa


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