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MAKE UP FOR EVER Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation

What it is:A shine controlling, oil-free, water-resistant, complete coverage liquid foundation.What it is formulated to:Hides imperfections, evens out skin tone, and mattifies with a non-oily, perfectly powdered finish. The result is flawless and lasts for hours.What else you need to know:Although this foundation provides full coverage, the end result is completely adjustable to fit your needs - a little goes a long way.
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Which Make Up Forever has better coverage, Mat Velvet or the HD version ?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
dcSiliconValley
(San Jose, CA)
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i have tried both the mat velvet and the HD. for me the HD was way to moisturizing for my combo/oily skin, but the mat velvet is perfect its my HG foundation :) im an nc 25-30 and use the #40 its a perfect match. hope this helps
answered 3 weeks, 3 days ago
purplecupcake22
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Mat Velvet definately has more coverage. I have used both products. I love the way HD feels but it just does not cover up the redness from acne that the Mat Velvet does.
answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Klsy
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I think they are pretty close. but the hd made me break out really really bad. I still have scars on my face from when I was using it.
answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Tryn
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Hey! I was just at Sephora today testing both of these and I can confirm that Mat velvet definitely has the better coverage!
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
Roxie83
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I am not sure yet. I have been using the velvet which I love, and just ordered the HD version so look for my review soon on that one!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
hippiechic
(Mount Airy, GA)
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hd
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
suzim
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I beileve tha mat velvet has more coverage.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
bareNecessity
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Which shade is most like BE's Medium Beige?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
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30
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
k24umbc
(Baltimore, MD)
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i wear shade 35
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
suzim
(universal city tx)
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I use the medium beige in BE (which may be a little dark for me in the winter) I am using the MAT Velvet+ for the winter in #40 I believe its Natural or Neutral Beige. It matches my skin perfectly. If the medium beige is too light for you you may want to go a shade lighter with this. Hope this helps!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
RachelH
(Asheville, NC)
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Warm Ivory
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
ColoradoWoman
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I wear medium beige in bareEscentuals and I just got shade no. 30 porcelain.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
bareNecessity
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What shade would I be?
I have medium tone skin with cool undertones. What is my color?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
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Your best bet is to go into a Sephora store and either try some on your neck and jawline right then and there... OR get one of the beauty professionals to make you a sample of a few different shades so that you can see them on.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
Asphyxiate
(Grand Blanc, MI)
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I think that the 35 is too light and the 60 is perfect, plus you can use less!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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I am a medium skin tone and I normally get a buff biege or what not in other makeup and I got # 30 in this! Hope that helps!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
hippiechic
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is use shade 35
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
suzim
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Does Mat Velvet last in the heat? Is it sweat-proof?
Oily/combo skin, light to medium complexion. Living in a warm place and it's been very hot. How well does this last in intense heat? I'm not used to this kind of heat and perspire a great deal; my mineral makeup doesn't stand up to it, will Mat Velvet last?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
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Definitley. I live in South Florida, where it is extremely hot and humid. When I used to wear Bare Minerals and eat outside during lunch, or stay and talk outside after church, I would have to quickly run inside because it would look orange and my face would be very oily and greasy-looking.

With this, I was amazed when I went back inside and saw that I did not have to blot at all. And I have two hour lunches in the sun!
answered 8 months ago
sb1492
(Miami, FL)
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This foundation stood up to several hours of cooking in the intense heat of a restaurant's kitchen! I love it!
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
Elessaria
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I come from the south where heat and humidity are in abundance. I find this to be a great "stay with you" foundation with out looking "fake". I love it.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Definatley sweat proof! When I'm in school, my makeup usually sweats off my face by the end of the day. But by using this foundation, It lasts for hours!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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Which is better for oily skin?
I have really oily skin, which would be better for me, HD or Mat Velvet??
asked 5 months ago
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Mat Velvet is excellent for oily skin.
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
danielleyp23
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Mat velet is the best for oily skin. I also have oily skin and this product is great.
answered 5 months ago
hummingbird25
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I would think matte, since you are oily you want to avoid shine. Also make sure to moisturize because not doing so can cause your skin to think its dehydrated and produce more oil. Use something Like Dr. Feelgood as a primer prior to make up
answered 5 months ago
lcos82
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How do you find out Mat Velvet + Matifying foundation's shade if you only have the bottle?
I threw away the box. The Ref number on the bottom is 37045 and the Lot No. is MK04A. I finally found the perfect foundation and I'm the type that likes to shop-n-go, so I really need to know what colour it is or how I can find that out.
asked 10 months ago
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Your shade would be 45. The last 2 numbers on the bottom of the bottle is the shade #
answered 3 months, 3 weeks ago
B3TTY
(San Francisco, CA)
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the product number should be underneath of the bottle.
if you have a sephora card,your purchases are kept online,so you can just look them up.
answered 8 months ago
heyheyhayley
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If you order online like I do, Sephora keeps all your past orders on record and I always have to go back and check my shade too! Hope that helps!
answered 10 months ago
bssigirl
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how do you apply it?
This is my first matifying foundation so the consistency seems thinker than the HD one..how much should I be applying when pouring it out of the bottle?
asked 10 months ago
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I squeeze about a small amount onto the back of my hand, and give it a few seconds because the warmth from your hand warms the makeup, and causes it to thin out a little bit, making it easier to apply and blend, it also keeps the makeup from getting cakey looking.
answered 7 months ago
SamanthaEss
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A very small amount seems to go a long way -- I've been using it for several weeks and still somehow manage to squirt out more than I need half the time. Just a pearl-size drop should do it, especially if you use a primer which helps blendability.
answered 10 months ago
Isabella
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This does not require a ton of product for even application. I would say this is a medium coverage foundation.
answered 10 months ago
mom2grls72
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what shade should i use?
I use laura mercier powder foundation in No. 3 (for fair to medium yellow undertones) . and light in bare minerals.
i think i should use No. 30 or No. 40 but i'm not sure .
sadly i can't go to a sephora to match my skintone. please help.
oh and can you tell me if this last through all day or does the consistency of the make up ends up looking cakey or doesn't look natural.
And what do you use to make your makeup look flawless, because i always seem to have streaks and my make up doesn't blend very well.
here's a photo if you can help me determinate my shade. thanks for the help.
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asked 1 year ago
andrea92
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I would try using a good foundation brush (Sephora's #55 foundation brush is an excellent choice) to help prevent the streaking. I too have problems with this streaking or not blending well enough if I just use my fingers or a sponge but a brush helps with that.
answered 6 months ago
angelprincess
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If I were you I'd go with # 40. I wear fairly light in BE and buy #20. I believe #40 has more yellow than #30 which you will need if you wear light in BE. BE light is really yellow in comparison to fairly light. I would suggest going into a store and being color matched by a Sephora sales associate. They are really quick and eager to help match me in a shade.
answered 11 months ago
BossyBeauty
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I love Make up forever foundation. I use No. 30 and it works well for me.
It blends very well and lasts all day without streaking. I like Laura Mercier
setting powder to use after applying.
answered 11 months ago
Laquitta
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can't determine shade of my mat velvet
I purchased this amazing foundation and it is perfect. but it is running out and i can't find anywhere on the bottle that tells me the shade so that i can re-order it online. this is further complicated by the fact that i'm now living in australia and unable to bring the bottle in personally - is there a way to tell what colour i'm using?
asked 1 year, 2 months ago
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on the bottom, theres a lot # usually the last 2 or 4 numbers (depending on the brand and how they identify shades) will give you the shade number. hope that helps.
answered 4 months, 1 week ago
Nums
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I looked at the bottom of my bottle as well, and all it had was a lot number. Can you email Sephora and read off all of the numbers on the bottom?
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
Girlfactory
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I had the same problem and wasn't sure which my shade was and I kept the old bottle. I looked online as to which two would probably be closest to my skin tone and chose from there - also based on season, I went lighter than dark figuring it was winter and I wasn't tan. :)
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
LolaNation
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What is the best way to apply Mat Velet?
combination skin.
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
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I prefer to use a foundation brush to apply my foundations and the same holds true for Mat Velvet. There's less waste and it's easier to get into the little nooks. It's easier to build up coverage as well. After I use the brush, I'll lightly tap my fingers over my skin or gently press a puff or sponge to ensure a smooth finish.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
Elessaria
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This foundation is neither over-drying or over-moisturizing so you can pretty much do an even layer all over. Follow with a powder to ensure staying power.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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I have combination skin as well and I prefer to blend with my fingers. Some people like a sponge because a little bit goes a long way with this foundation. I prefer not to use the sponge because so much is absorbed into it and wasted that way. Just remember a dab will do ya. Start light and increase the coverage if you need it. If you get carried away just blot away with a tissue.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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