L'Oreal Bare Naturale Powdered Mineral Foundation SPF 19 Review

I purchased this product on my recent vacation for something new to try.  I have a friend who uses it and swears by it.  Normally I use BareMinerals so I was skeptical about the quality after noting how inexpensive the L'Oreal Bare Naturale was compared to BE.

I am actually very happy with this product.  I tend to get red patches on my cheeks and chin and really didn't think this powder would cover them well.  Normally I use the BE Bisque to cover my red spots before putting on the foundation powder.  The L'Oreal did it all in one step -amazing! Now I can use the L'Oreal all on its own on days when I don't really want to do my face up.  That is so much simpler than the two step process I used to do!  Another amazing feat is that it lasts all day long!

Don't get me wrong I still love BareMinerals and will certainly continue to use it since it is so kind to my skin.  I actually think it improves my complexion so we shall see if the L'Oreal does the same.

Now for the negatives: This powder does not travel well.  After coming back from my holiday the powder was a messy sight which made it difficult to apply the first few days back.  Once I didn't have tons on top of the sifter life was good again.  I also thought the brush could be softer.  And lastly it would be nice if the brush were a little longer or perhaps retractable then it could reach the inside of the lid and I could swirl and tap like I do with BE products.