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MAKE UP FOR EVER Duo Mat Powder Foundation

What it is:A long-lasting, oil-free mattifying powder foundation for normal to combination skin types.What it is formulated to do:Provides a shine-free finish that covers blemishes and other imperfections and perfectly evens out the skin tone.
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Help with color selection
I have medium skin tone w/ yellow undertones--what color would you suggest I try of the duo mat powder foundation? I have brown eyes and blond hair if t hat helps at all? Oily t-zone.
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
nitp
(Lawerenceville, GA)
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Color selecting can be difficult with each product having different numbers. In a Sephora store, with a tan (at least for me) I am using 207. Without tanning I am pretty light in color, after the tan I am about a medium, medium tan in Bareminerals (if this helps) and this works very well for me. Also great for Oily zones.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
Jillian7
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i have the same skin tone and eye color..just brunette and i used #205..it matches my skin DEAD ON
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
urbanqueen
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I. would use the Light Beige. My skin is between light and medium and I use the translucent beige. Hope this helps?
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
Lucy
(Modesto, CA)
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I have medium skin tone with yellow undertones, brown hair and brown eyes - I use 205 - medium beige.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
FashionGirl
(Toronto, Ontario)
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I would try #207. It is fairly neutral and covers well. They really need more of a selection of colors but I found this to match the best. However, I have hazel eyes and brown hair but i have a medium complextion.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
olderchick
(Proctorville, Oh)
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My guess would be 205! I bought 214, but as soon as my tan faded it was way too dark. I tried both in the store, and it was between these two colors. 209 seemed darker to me than the 214.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
Bashley
(Blair, NE)
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I would try either the translucent or the light beige, You say you have a medium complexion with yellow undertones, between that and the fact that you are blonde, you don't want to go too dark. The darkest I would try is the medium shade, however it looks to have more of a red undertone than a yellow. Sephora has an excellent return program, so actually you can't go wrong. I hope this helps.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
Irishlass
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Concealer
I have oily skin and am prone to acne so I have a few areas in need of more coverage. I found that using concealer first make the Mat Powder heavier in those areas and then it looked a little spotty. Does anyone have suggestions on which concealer would work for this foundation or how they dealt with this issue.
asked 7 months ago
JoanMM55
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Hi - I have the exact same issue. I think any concealer will work - the trick is the application of the powder. I've used the "Amazing Cosmetics" concealer. A little goes a very, very long way. It's a little clunky to work with until you figure it out, but it covers well and stays on all day. But here's the big thing - the application of the powder. I use a big brush, like a Kabuki brush to apply instead of the sponge. Just swirl around the make up and apply. This way it goes on more like a loose powder and gives you more control on the amount of make-up you're using. Good luck!
answered 7 months ago
ratingsgirl
(Durham, NC)
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try using this powder foundation on top of liquid foundation! its great coverage of and kind of facial blemish. conceler sounds kinda heavy.
answered 7 months ago
aleese28day
(south houston texas)
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I used to do the concealer then foundation routine for a while until somebody told me to try foundation then concealer on top routine. I find that it works and that you control how heavy or light you want to go. I used to use Benefit's concealer line but was suggested The Balm's concealer and I find it better than Benefit's.
answered 7 months ago
2busyparenting
(Los Angeles, CA)
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Putting on the foundation first is the key for me. Then I have only tiny spots that have to have concealer and I can dab it so it doesn't look heavy or uneven. Hope that helps.
answered 7 months ago
Debela
(Orange County, CA)
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how does this sit over hd primer?
Just curious if anyone uses this over the mufe hd primer. Is it a good combo or does it just slide around your face?
asked 6 months ago
katrinap
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I usually put on the primer first, put the liquid foundation over it, and then I put on the powder. It takes less than 5 minutes for me to put on and I feel like it lasts all day.
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
CPA123
(Chesapeake, VA)
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I have, and it is just fine. In fact, I think it is better to use it than just a moisturizer. I use the Cosmedicine mattifying moisturizer, then the HD primer and this product. You need to make sure any primer has time to set into the skin.
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
BimmerKat
(Alpharetta, GA)
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I like using the HD primer under the Duo Mat powder myself. But instead of using the sponge applicator it comes with, I use a large powder brush and lightly dust all over. It blends in great! And from what I've read in mags, I only put a small amount of primer on parts of my face like the forehead, across the bridge of the nose, and the chin. It will save you money.
answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago
LipglossNinja
(Birmingham, Alabama)
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HD Foundation underneath?
I used HD foundation and put this over it and It looks really sticky and creases with every line in my face.. :-(

Any idea's on a better liquid foundation to use before the powder?

(I just purchased the powder and don't want to return it)
asked 6 months ago
Angelwings1075
(Cuero, TX)
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You might try Loreal True Match Foundation. I know, I also cringed at the idea of using a drug store foundation, but I honestly like it as much as the MUFE liquid foundation, and its only 10$. For that price its worth a try.
answered 5 months, 1 week ago
SATB
(Los Angeles, CA)
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Have you tried the MUFE HD Microfinish Powder? I heard that it should set your foundation and fill in the fine lines.
answered 6 months ago
fluffyfluffy
(Honolulu, HI)
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I just use the powder alone and I find that that's enough for me. Try just using the powder over your moisturizer...the coverage is definitely buildable!
answered 6 months ago
Scout2
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I need help with shade selection, I use HD Invisible Liquid in 140 soft beige, what color in the Duo Mat would work for me?
I tried 203 but it is a bit too light. I need more of a yellow tone, no pink.
asked 1 month, 3 weeks ago
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We're using the same #203 duo mat and I find it too light too and I need more yellow undertone. I tried using #205 but it had more pink in it, then I tried #207 and it worked. Might work for you too. Give it a try, you can return it to Sephora anyway. Hope this helps!
answered 1 month, 2 weeks ago
daemonaire
(Carson, CA)
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I use 202 more yellow then pink. If you apply a thin layer its fine but when you start applying it more it will end up red and not matching with your neck to jaw.
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
JustB
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Can I use this along with the liquid foundation?
asked 2 months, 1 week ago
Metis
(Houston,Tx)
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Yes. Use the liquid foundation first then use this as finishing powder. Just use a bit of it so it will not look cakey, try using a powder brush, and buff it around your face...blend it well! You can also carry this around in your purse for touch ups.
answered 1 month, 2 weeks ago
daemonaire
(Carson, CA)
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Yes, it looks wonderful alone or paired with liquid foundation for more coverage.
answered 2 months, 1 week ago
Beccaellena
(Houston, TX)
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Can i return if its the wrong color or use it
asked 2 months, 1 week ago
ness14
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Yes you can return it to any Sephora store if you got the wrong color, even if it's used. Just keep your receipts.
answered 1 month, 2 weeks ago
daemonaire
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Of course!! Sephora has a great return policy. Don't be crazy with the returns. If you try something and you don't like it you should say to yourself "better luck next time." I mean did the product really fail or did you just not like it? But in the future ask someone before you buy to make sure it matches your skin type.
answered 2 months, 1 week ago
samsee
(Detroit, MI)
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what do u use to apply?
asked 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Rizzer
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It's up to you really, try each one on the list below and see which one works for you...you can use:
- A dry sponge
- A face brush - I recommend a kabuki brush
answered 1 month, 2 weeks ago
daemonaire
(Carson, CA)
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I prefer to use a makeup puff to apply this foundation. I don't really like the sponge that comes with the product.
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Shrleyy22
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How Pink is the 200?
I have very pale skin, and need a base that isn't too pink, or I look sunburnt... I was wondering if the 200 has pink, yellow, or neutral undertones... Thank you so much!
asked 4 months, 3 weeks ago
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It is mostly neutral undertones. I have pink undertones and this matches me perfectly. I also have red hair and fair skin. I wear 15/25 in the Mat+ Velvet---for reference.
answered 4 months, 1 week ago
CoachKitty
(Johnson City, TN)
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I think it has neutral tones, I have red undertones, and use the green primer, and it totally neutralizes it.
answered 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Lindalou56
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Colour matching
hi,
a makeup artist recomended a shade 205 for me in this product.
I feel its a tone darker then my skin colour.What number would be one tone lighter then this shade.?
asked 5 months, 3 weeks ago
Anonymous
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203
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
minaw
(tustin, ca)
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You might be shade 200. That's what shade I'm at, and I think it's the second to lightest shade. Hope this helps!
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
lolitakat
(Gainesville, Fl)
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