Hello lovelies! Its the last day of January, I believe my last post was eleven days ago so let me make it up to you by posting my review for the Jill Stuart Pure Lasting Makeup Base. :)
Description from the box: Makeup base to refine the look of pores for a smooth, luminous complexion. Prevents shine and extends foundation wear.
Packaging is typical Jill Stuart, very cute and princessy. The bottle is small (3.75 inches tall), very light and comes with a screw cap which makes it very suitable for travel. Although the pink bottle seems opaque, it is sheer enough to see the remaining product inside the bottle. It contains 25mL of product.
Consistency is very light and liquid, making it very easy to spread and blend. It has the signature Jill Stuart floral scent which bothered me a bit. I think it has too much fragrance for a primer.
The slightly pinkish tint made my face look brighter instantly while the shimmer gave that soft-focus effect and glow. Staying effect and oil-control is good as I didn't feel the need to blot and retouch all-day. I also like that it has SPF 15/PA++, I know its quite low, but at least it can give some protection.
I used it for 2 days and it was good... then this happened:
I was so shocked to see my skin react this badly to a product. Needless to say, I stopped using it. Such a shame because it really does what it promises. It can refine pores, give you a luminous complexion, etc. I think they should also put red bumps there as well! >.< Also, I dont think this primer will work as great on skin tones darker than NC30 as it will probably give you a white cast.
I'm currently treating the pesky red bumps with a corticosteroid cream and its getting better.
OVERALL, I wouldn't recommend the Jill Stuart Pure Lasting Makeup Base to my friends, as cute as it may seem. Its toxic! :( There are better, cheaper and harmless products out there, so I suggest you stay away from this one especially if you have sensitive skin.
Now you know why I lost my blogging enthusiasm for a bit there. Hehe. I hope everyone is having a good start for the week. CNY is coming! What are you looking forward to?
Oh no! You poor thing! I really dislike it when a product that I've bought and initially liked ends up not working out. It's such a waste. Sorry that this happened to you.
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Bad JS primer, bad! Glad to know they're healing now. :)
ReplyDeleteawwww!!!! sorry to hear it gave you bad reactions :(
ReplyDeletei'm looking forward to the red packets lol
OMG! I hope your skin heals. It's disappointing when a good product reacts this badly on the skin...
ReplyDeleteoww that looks pretty bad! Hope they disappear altogether fast! Such an expensive stuff causing this! arrgh in suh cases I'd love to kick off the asses of the makers!
ReplyDeleteAwww... Looks can be deceiving! What will you do with it? Sayang naman... =D
ReplyDeleteI hope your skin improves soon... =)
Thanks for the warning! ^__^
Stay pretty! =)
Oh no, sorry to see that the Jill Stuart base caused you to have a reaction! Thanks for the review, I'll stay away from this product. Glad your skin is getting better. It'll be back to normal flawless skin in no time!
ReplyDeletehappy cny to you!
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing this review. i have been seeing jill stuart products in some blogs and i thought they are cute! i think ill stay away from jill stuart. thanks!
thanks for your best wishes G! what are you going to do with this primer :(? blog sale it?
ReplyDeletep.s. thought you did pick up DollyWink liner when you were in HK ^^? tried them out yet?
u use Essential hair mask too?!??! :D
ReplyDeleteOMG!!!! That base is FULL of POISON!!!!
ReplyDeleteDo you have the ingredient list or is everything in Japanese? Would love to take a look at it!
Aww, that's a shame.
ReplyDeleteThe bottle looks to cute!
i hate it when something that looks soo darn pretty breaks me out after a few days.glad that their already healing.
ReplyDeleteyikessss!!!! >o<" bad JS base.... or maybe you're allergic to a certain ingredient G? hmmm... :/ still this is a scary item. will def. stay away from it.
ReplyDeleteoh no!! I'll definitely stay away from this product. Just keep applying the cream it always works with my rashes.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the food and red packets hehe you?
eeks! I hope your skin heals quickly. I wonder what ingredient in there made you have such a bad reaction. I love JS packaging and this product looked gorgeous, but I think I'll probably steer clear of it as well.
ReplyDeletethat's not a good reaction on your skin from the product. have you tried contacting JS about the product maybe it was defected?
ReplyDeleteI hope your cny goes well. best wishes.
ohoh right! what do you think of the dollywink black liquid liner? which essential hair mask do you like better :)? i've only tried the Nuance airy (pink one) hehe!
ReplyDeleteoh no! poor babe! i have one and it is alright with my face. i must be too thick-skinned :P
ReplyDeletehope you face get better <3
Welcome back, darling! But gosh I'm so sorry to see the results of using this base. T_T I'm so glad to hear your skin is getting better.
ReplyDeleteyeah, it seems like an endless journey to find the ONE mascara >.<
ReplyDeleteMy HG is MUFE Aqua Smoky Lash. Once I had a sample size of it and fell in love, but it's not available here and stupid Sephora won't ship it, so I keep an eye on ebay hoping that someone will list it =D
Beside it my second favourite is Diorshow. Just the good old plain version, no blackout, extase, iconic, whatsoever =D
Oh no, that is allergic reaction. Be careful in choosing a product. Go for a mild one. I hope your skin will be ok soon.
ReplyDeleteomg, i hope your skin gets better.. i am so picky with skin base - i hate trying out new prods for the face in generous -_-;
ReplyDeleteOh no!! I hope your skin heals!! My forehead had a mini breakout to a mask that I used =(
ReplyDeleteYikes! I hope your skin has healed by now G~ my skin is pretty picky with products too -,-
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