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Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

What it is: A high-definition mineral makeup cream foundation that applies like a liquid.What it does: Maifanshi Moisture Foundation provides the superior buildable coverage of a cream with the natural-looking, sheer finish of a liquid foundation.Koh Gen Do's "hero" product for more than 20 years, this formula is created with advanced technology from Japan taking three times the amount of time normally taken to make a foundation. Two types of light-reflecting powder particles work together to diffuse fine lines, pores and uneven skin surfaces. It's also formulated with finely milled 100% mineral pigments that are specially coated for a color-true effect and moisturizing botanicals to support the skin for long hours of wear.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Phthalates- GMOs- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:The formula, suitable for all skin types, contains 60% water and 10% mineral pigments that are encapsulated in a highly filtered botanical oil of 30%. This golden ratio keeps the skin moist without the feel of oiliness, so you can look flawless with long hours of wear. Each Moisture Foundation shade is formulated for specific skintones. For pink undertones - 001, 012, 002, 013, 023, 003 For yellow undertones - 112, 113, 123 For dark tones - 301, 302, 303

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coverage and cakeyness

what is the type of coverage? sheer, medium, full? also is it cakey?
also i have acne prone oily/combo skin if that might affect the look of the foundation..

asked 1 year, 8 months ago

tangerine

(Victoria, B.C, Canada)

on Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

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answer 1

The coverage is EXTREMELY sheer. I found it to be more sheer than some tinted moisturizers I've used. In all fairness I read recently I was supposed to be applying my KGD foundations in a patting motion, which I haven't tried yet, so maybe I'll get more coverage if I do that. At almost $60 for less than one ounce though I think the best thing to do is apply this sheer and then go back and conceal small imperfections. If you have time to do it that way, it really does make for a beautiful enhancing foundation. Hope this helps!

answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago

thesephorajunkie

(Fairfax, VA)

answer 2

The coverage is pretty sheer, and seemed dry on my skin, so for your oily skin, it might work. I would call the counter at Barney's or whatever other stores carry it and ask if it works for your skin type.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

artluvr

(napa, CA)

answer 3

This mineral powder foundation has to be stippled in so that it gets to every sides of lines and pores. This gives the light reflection that erases the shadows that uneven surfaces have and makes your skin look smooth and soft. If you blend it in like a lotion it has a coverage of a tinted moisturizer.
If you have oily skin then the use of their Colorbases/primers is needed for sure as they have the oil-absorbing powders in it.
The pros sometimes add a tiny pinch of their translucent Face Powder into the Moisture Foundation. This grabs the pigments and gives it a higher coverage if it is needed. This way it can even be used like a concealer which is handy since their Moisture concealer has only the lighter to medium range of shades.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

chloe2015

(Seattle, WA)

answer 4

Medium coverage. Not cakey at all. If you are oily, it might be an issue depending on what finish you like. I want dewy skin, so it's perfect for me. It's moisturizing but not heavy/oily at all. I think you should try it at least.

answered 1 year, 6 months ago

nolasriah

(Denver, CO)

answer 5

I'd say medium coverage, and it is not at all cakey. It's very smooth and it stays in place well without migrating. I have dry skin, but with an oily T-zone, and this foundation somehow magically keeps my cheeks glowing while minimizing the shine on my nose and forehead.

answered 1 year, 7 months ago

mossrose

(Nobleboro, ME)

answer 6

This foundation is incredibly sheer and it is moisture packed, which means it will probably turn your skin super oily. I have combo skin, and even with a primer I was greasy by afternoon.

answered 1 year, 7 months ago

kristallovesdogs

(Michigan)

answer 7

I'm a huge foundation junkie and I just received this foundation today and tried it for the first time. I have to say, I am not quite sure what most of the other reviewers are talking about because the coverage was very sheer for me, so they must have perfect skin, haha. However, the coverage was buildable and I managed to get light coverage after to cover up my freckles slightly. The idea that this foundation is so small was also a bit bothersome because I would have to use quite a bit more than usual to get a desired effect. The upside is that this foundation is not cakey AT ALL. I'm still on the fence about this one...

answered 1 year, 8 months ago

smoooo

(chicago, il)

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Color??

How do you choose a color online? I have been using Vincent Longo Water Canvas for years in Creme Beige and I have a fair skin tone w/yellow undertones or so I have been told.

asked 1 year, 8 months ago

tippy7

(NY, NY)

on Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

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answer 1

I call a department store and ask the cosmetics dept. to help me by telling them what I'm using, or what I've used that worked color-wise, and ask that they compare that color to another line I am interested in trying.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

artluvr

(napa, CA)

answer 2

Just a few weeks I was in your position. Here's what you do, call Sephora and ask to speak with a beauty advisor, they will ask you two or 3 questions and be able to decide from there. They picked a good shade. Other wise you can go to the sephora store in NYC. I don't live in NYC and they don't carry it in california sephoras. :) or barneys

answered 1 year, 5 months ago

teamjamie

(Sacramento, Ca)

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Color help, SA didn't know....

I am trying to find a color match and the SA said she just didn't know. So, if any of you are a Bobbi Brown in Sand or Warm Sand, Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer in Nude, would you please let me know what color you bought?

asked 1 year, 4 months ago

iris77

(Saint Petersburg, Florida)

on Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

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answer 1

Well, I wear High Def Light 3, and am able to wear Koh Gen Do's 123, okra beautifully. Hope this helps.

answered 5 months, 4 weeks ago

cathyofla

(montebello, ca)

answer 2

I used same shade as you did, and previously I used Aqua foundation in ochre-1. So this time for Moisture foundation, I choose 112. Assuming if you have light but sort of beige tone I think this should work. I will let you know again once I try them in bright light.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

bthe1

(Chicago, IL)

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Would like to try koh gen do. Can I get a sample?

asked 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Anonymous

(Stowe vt)

on Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

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answer 1

I emailed Koh Gen Do and had them send me samples since the sample package for sale on their website didn't have all the colors I wanted to try. They sent me samples for free.

answered 2 weeks, 1 day ago

junglebeauty

answer 2

Hi There,

Our samples vary online http://bit.ly/IkylnM and we offer 3 with every merchandise order. Samples are also available at your local Sephora Store! We recommend contacting your local Sephora Store to confirm brand availability.

answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago

1877SEPHORA

(San Francisco, CA)

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Which shade matches MUFE HD 118 best?

Am interested in the Koh Gen Do Moisture Foundation. I wear MUFE HD 118 which is a good match. Bobby Brown 3.5 and Hourglass Immaculate Nude also are a good match. Any ideas on which from Koh Gen Do?

asked 10 months ago

eyeshaveit2

(Chicago, IL)

on Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

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Foundation shade

I really would like to try this foundation because of the good reviews it has received, but I do not know what shade to try. I have fair skin with pink undertones and am currently using smashbox's camera ready full coverage foundation in fair(f1). Would you be able to help me with a shade since this brand is not sold in my local sephora.

asked 8 months ago

nltrella19

(youngstown, ohio)

on Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

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Help choosing a shade?

Does anyone know which shade would be closest to Nars Sheer Glow in Santa Fe? I also wear YSL Touche Eclat in B40 if that helps. I am thinking 113 or 013 might be close, but it's hard to tell.

asked 6 days ago

lechatonnoir

(Tampa, FL)

on Maifanshi Moisture Foundation

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