Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur Smooth Tint Stick Review Photos
My Honest Review of Fenty Beauty's New Foundation Stick
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Even though Rihanna's makeup brand Fenty Beauty already has three really popular foundations — the Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation, the Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint, and the Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Powder Foundation — it recently added a fourth addition to its lineup. The
Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick (£28) is a cream formula that comes in a twist-up stick applicator, and similar to the original liquid Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint, offers a much more natural-looking finish than the other options. As a fan of 1) natural-looking makeup, 2) skin tints, and 3) stick applicators, I was excited to test it out.
I tend to gravitate toward lightweight, creamy finishes that enhance my natural skin; not cover it. My daily lineup is fairly pared down, consisting of a concealer, bronzer, blush, a quick swipe of brow gel, and mascara. On special occasions, I reach for a subtle highlighter, maybe some eyeliner (in brown, and only at the outer corner), and a skin tint if I really want to nail an even complexion.
As expected, the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick fit right in with the rest of my routine and now, I reach for it regularly. Ahead, keep reading for my full review of the product, plus what you should consider before adding it to your cart.
About the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick
- The foundation stick comes in 25 shades and caters to a large range of undertones.
- It offers sheer, lightweight coverage that you can build up, and instantly blurs skin.
- It contains hydrating ingredients like murumuru butter and sodium hyaluronate.
- The twist-up stick packaging is 100 percent recyclable and can be tossed in your household recycling container once empty.
What I Like About the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick
There are two main things I love about the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick: the applicator and the consistency of the formula. The twist-up stick packaging makes it super easy to apply. Whether I'm doing a touch-up in the office or the back of an Uber or completing my makeup routine from the comfort of my bathroom, I can simply uncap the tube, rub it over my face where I want to blur and conceal, and buff in with a sponge, a brush, or my hands. This eliminates the potential for a goopy mess when trying to dispense product on the back of my hand.
Shade 2, a light hue with neutral undertones, is a great match for me. When I apply it directly to my skin, the first thing I notice is the creamy texture of the foundation. It goes on really smooth, leaving behind a clear line of pigment that blurs any pores and imperfections under it. I can instantly feel the formula is very hydrating, which is a godsend for my dry skin type. After it's blended, I'm left with a sheer wash of colour, but I can still see my natural skin underneath it — it just looks a bit more even and smooth.
The rest of my makeup layers beautifully on top without any smearing or pilling to be seen. Though I do experience a little creasing around my eyes and mouth, setting the stick with some powder helps eliminate that problem.
My Skin With Just the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick
How to Use the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick
I like to apply the Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick directly onto my skin using the applicator tube. It glides like butter without any tugging, dispensing the pigment in a visible streak. To blend it in, I've switched between using a damp makeup sponge and a brush, and found that both work great. The wet sponge is nice if I want really light coverage while using a tapping motion with a brush gives me slightly heavier pigmentation.
Because the coverage is so light, I'll apply a second coat under my eyes, around my nose, and over any blemishes. To make sure it stays put all day and doesn't crease, I like to use some setting powder on top of high-movement areas like under my eyes, around my mouth, and chin.
What to Consider Before Trying the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick
Fenty's Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick comes in 25 shades, which is the same amount as the Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint. The other two foundations carried by the brand have 50+ shades, so the skin tints are limited to about half of the options. The brand told me in a press event for the launch that this is intentional because the sheer coverage can blend and cover a wider range of complexions.
Something to consider about the skin stick is how light and minimal the pigment is. If you're someone who likes fuller glam or to fully conceal any imperfections, you may want to pick one of the brand's foundations that offer medium-to-full coverage. It's buildable, to an extent, but even with two or three layers, I can still see some discoloration and blemishes.
My Full Makeup Using the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick
Where Is the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick Available?
The Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick is available at the brand's website, Sephora, and Boots.
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