CHANEL Perfection Lumiere Foundation Review

I came across Chanel's Makeup counter at Ion recently and thought that I need to pick something up from the store. I asked for a foundation with good coverage, fluid texture, and not-too-matte finish. She directly recommended me Chanel Perfection Lumiere (SGD 80). So after 5 minutes contemplating (yes that fast), I ended up purchasing it.

   

CHANEL describes Perfection Lumiere as --- "Effortless to apply, with seamless blendability for a naturally flawless effect, this breakthrough foundation is the ideal all-day, everyday formula – available in a diverse range of 20 shades." (from CHANEL).
As it holds up to the CHANEL brand, we all hope that this foundation stays true to the quality it offers. The packaging is kept simple with a glass bottle and a pump and CHANEL logo embossed to its cap. It has SPF10 so for those wearing this for daytime needs to apply additional sun protection beneath. For those who will be photographed with flash need to try it first to see how it turns out (SPF tends to reflect light. No one likes ghostly-pale-faced look on their pictures!) It is available with 20 shades, quite amazing! The lady at the counter recommended the shade 20 Beige for me. (I just got a tad darker over holiday!)

CHANEL  PERFECTION LUMIERE

CHANEL PERFECTION LUMIERE-B20

It has a nice scent (to my nose) when first applied but it disappears within several minutes. It might be annoying for some, but not for me. The texture is of course, fluid, yet it's not too runny. Should I say a little bit creamy. Applied to skin, it first appears matte yet after blending it becomes more satin, not too luminous. Even though it offers coverage, this foundation feels very light on skin. It feels velvety soft and be careful, it dries up quite quickly! The finish is very natural, matte-satin, it blends seamlessly into skin , and no where near dewy. One layer gives you natural coverage but this foundation is build able from (I say) light to medium. Yes, this evens out skin tone, but it won't cover imperfections very well so you need to conceal any blemishes/under eyes areas.  I find that this might be too dry for those with drier skin and might enhance dry patches. I recommend moisturizing the skin properly before putting the foundation on.

Half right-blended with fingers (With  flash)

Half down-blended with fingers (With Flash)

I wore this on the humid Singapore weather without primer/powder and it lasted at least 6 hours on me without blotting/powder. This does transfer without primer/powder. I recommend powdering the oilier parts of your face, make sure you don't overdo it. On my combination skin, my face didn't appear oily but it sure didn't stay matte-satin all day. It appeared more luminous over time, though I should say it held up very well. At the end of the day, my face looks pretty matte with a little glow on the T-zone. Impressive staying power indeed! It didn't oxidize throughout the day or crack. 

Bottom Line: For those who's searching for dewy finish, this isn't the right one for you. It didn't give the glow or dewiness. But Perfection Lumiere offers flawless, polished look. The texture is as wonderful  as the staying power. Alone, Perfection Lumiere tends to be more matte-satin-finish. Overall, I like this foundation and I'm sure I'll be using it for different time and occasions. It is long-wearing, it is flawless. It is simple and easy to use (blended with brush/fingers/sponge/etc.) , but I can't say I looove this foundation. Still this might be a good purchase for some with oilier skin or those who need perfect polished look!



Where to purchase?
Any Chanel Makeup counter.