Alright, here comes another review! But this time it's a tension pact type of foundation by Missha, The Original Tension Pact Tone-Up Glow. I heard Missha launched four different types of tension pact for this version: Perfect Cover, Natural Cover, Moisture and Tone-Up Glow. Honestly saying, I don't know why I chose this one. Maybe because the packaging is cute? Probably. I was about to purchase the Natural Cover version-- this is what actually I bought. It's definitely not an accident.  Do take that note that I have COMBINATION SKIN type, oily T zone and dry U zone. Missha The Original Tension Pact Tone-Up Glow (14g) This guy does not come with a refill, obviously. Since it's a tension pact, I find that there is more product volume compared to cushion foundation. Maybe because it's using a filter instead of the cushion thingy, you know. You're gonna have to be careful tho when you press your puff onto the net so that it won't overflow or something. The packaging, it's cute overall. Easy to carry and light weighted. It claims to tone-up your complexion as in brightening and give off the glowy and dewy finish. It's a moisturizing type of foundation. Sun Protection: SPF30 PA++ Shade: Nude Beige (21) I'll be honest. This doesn't match me at all! It's just too bright and fair and I was left speechless when I first tried it on. I know I should go for 23 instead but usually, I won't be having any problem with 21 shade from other brands. So keep in mind, that Missha's shades are lighter and fairer than you usually use. Mine is in pink-fair base by the way. Longevity: I'll be honest once again. It's not long lasting without powder, ladies and gents. After all, it's only for tone-up and brightening purpose so I guess, that makes some sense? If you have oily skin, don't even bother with this. Just go with Perfect Cover or Natural Cover instead, alright? It didn't do really well for me despite me having a combination skin which my U zone should be fine. It disappeared after about 5 hours without powder. Texture: It is slightly heavy for me. So, I can only deal with one layer. If any more, I'll wash off my face right away. This is totally different from any cushion foundations out there. Coverage: On the honest side, maybe a little bit? On the brutally honest side, just none. As you can see, it does brighten up my skin but, it doesn't cover much. Or it doesn't cover anything really. My blemishes and dark circles were 100% visible when I tried this on for the first time. So, I suggest this tension pact is good only for those who have perfect to normal skin type. Finish: Dewy and glowing like finish. Just like the Pony Effect's Everlasting Cushion but this one, its dewiness and glows last longer. For about 5 to 6 hours. Even if you powder your face, the shine will show up after about 2 hours or so. Skin type Recommendation: Normal and dry skin only. For those with oily or combination skin, please stay away from this. Unless you have a very good, flawless skin then go ahead. This would be very good for you. Since I'm not really happy with this guy (not happy actually), I'll give it 1/5. For the packaging and how it brightens up your dull skin. But anyway, I'll still show you the results! You can see how ghostly I look here and my blemishes are visible too-- I-- I just feel like this is going to someone else's hands. I'm sorry orz. Thanks for reading by the way and have a nice day, peaches! If you talk to a makeup artist who is (1) talented and (2) not a sadist, you’ll be advised to skip foundation during the summer. At most they might suggest a BB cream, or as Solange’s makeup artist once advocated to me, one of those nifty pigment drops that you add to a moisturizer for a sheer layer of coverage. Any formula more viscous is oppressive. And it melts. Like a good beauty student, I followed this sage advice until Missha’s Tension Pact landed on my desk. It delivered a mind-bogglingly lightweight-yet-opaque level of coverage. After trying it out just once, I was ready to become a beauty-school dropout. Tension compacts are not as ubiquitous as cushion compacts, but the two are similar. Both originate in Asia; are comprised of a lightweight, foundation-like liquid formula; and are injected with a healthy dose of SPF. While a cushion compact houses the liquid formula in a sponge, a tension compact dispenses the formula through a net similar to cheesecloth. The net is said to disperse the liquid evenly for smoother coverage. To transfer the liquid to your face, you press the compact’s circular puff-applicator into the netting, and then tap the formula all over your face. There are a lot of factors that make Missha’s Tension Pact so exceptional. I guess the dispersive nature of the compact’s netting is one of them. But there’s also the formula, which is imbued with skin-care good-guys like hyaluronic acid, ceramides, niacinamide, and an essence — all of which moisturize skin without feeling heavy. The result is a dewy finish that doesn’t look greasy. Saying that your skin looks naturally flawless after using this product might be a cliché, but it is also the truth. In terms of coverage, the tension compact approximates a medium-coverage foundation. Perhaps due to its glut of skin-care ingredients, the formula doesn’t cake into the lines around your face, and it lasts all day. Also, there are five shades to choose from, though truthfully I wish there were more. Extra fun: For a limited time only, the case will be outfitted with pink flowers in honor of Frida Kahlo. There are actually two designs, one with small flowers, and another with bigger flowers for Missha’s more intense moisturizing formula. Both include SPF 37. And both, by the way, have happily replaced my “no foundation” policy for summer. What is tension pact?2aN Gleaming Tension Pact (SPF 37 PA++)This foundation is specifically formulated to glide on effortlessly in conjunction with the rubycell puff, creating a glowing, perfected finish with little stress. The mesh compact allows for on-the-go application and is ideal for quick touch-ups throughout the day. Is Missha Magic cushion Cover Lasting good for oily skin?This cushion is available in 2 options, Cover Lasting & Moist Up. Moist up is best for those with drier skin types while Cover Lasting is recommended for those who have combination & oily skin and prefer higher coverage. How to use: Apply an appropriate amount on puff and pat lightly on the face. |
