MAKE UP FOR EVER HD SKIN HYDRA GLOW | Dry Skin Review & Wear Test

Today I’m trying out the Make Up For Ever HD Skin Hydra Glow foundation in shade 1R12. See how it wears on dry, maturing skin over 40. #foundationfest #makeupover40
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[@case1962]

The paranormal event at 18:58 ... priceless!😂

[@goow]

SO weird!!!! lol and I don't think I even said anything that sounded similar enough to trigger it!

[@user-nf1wu7pf5l]

NOBODY does reviews better nor makes them more fun. Love to spend time with you whether product is winner or fail. Cat love is extra bonus and so cute! Thanks, Shelly. You add more to peoples lives than you know.❤

[@goow]

🥺💜

[@mistytells]

That foundation really makes you look even younger. I’m going to try it, I think. I have such a hard time with foundation because I have texture and some wrinkles because I can’t afford fillers and Botox I really have some serious 11s from being angry my entire life. It looks beautiful on you.

[@wiseowl1580]

I had bad 11s too, I also had 2 diagonal deep lines across each side of my forehead giving me a devil like appearance. 😮 I started using The Buffet from The Ordinary mixed in with my moisturizer (Vaseline Intensive lol) and I shit you not, within 3 years they are 80% gone. I only posted this to maybe help someone. I am 55 ina few days btw. And yeah I know it took a few years but I kept it simple, only applying a few times a week.

[@elizabethcarpenter728]

This looks like a good foundation to try. I love the way Ziva saw a ghostie the minute Alexa started babbling about the supernatural.👻

[@CatKim2]

I was coming to say the same thing. She was staring off into space after that. Interesting!

[@goow]

I swear she can see ghosts. She does it all the time. But I think any ghosts here are good natured. They've never scared me. Just weirded me out lol.

[@CatKim2]

@@goow I had a friend with a cat like that. Also nothing too scary, but he was definitely weired out by it.

[@MinaLobo]

That foundation *looooooooves* your skin, holy cow! Also, Alexa's cameo freaked me out a little, not gonna lie--not sure I'd be able to get to sleep after that! 😂

[@bluecurlygirl]

That foundation looks fantabulous. I love it. The glow is gorgeous. Hellooooooo Ziva. Aw missed you. Funny thing, our boy cat Otis went completely skitty today (as he usually does) and was running up and down the hall and into the kitchen, pausing for a second to run again. Anyway next thing he came running into the kitchen, went into a skid and crashed into the back door! Eejit. He's fine. He turned around and ran off again. Jakers even Ziva reacted to she-who-will-not-be-named. I couldn't have one of those in the house. They freak me out.

[@goow]

Classic Zoomies....

[@cindypowell6358]

Yay!!! You finally reviewed my foundation request. Glad you like it looks beautiful on you. Wish they kept the Reboot as well. This is a great foundation, I figured you’d like it. 💖😊💖👏👏👏 Thank you Shelly for doing this review. Appreciate you so much. That ending of the video was scary lol. Why did she randomly come on?! Wow. 😳😆😲

[@goow]

I was listening back in the video trying to figure out what I said that triggered her and I have no idea!! LOL Yeah I will miss Reboot too :(

[@Honestyistheonlypolicy]

If you could have only 1 foundation, serum, tinted moisturizer. What would you choose?,

[@ambergerhelper7852]

Missha Perfect Cover Bb cream! 🤓

[@goow]

Since I've reviewed over 300 of them there's no way I could pick just one - I could pick one from every major category maybe! lol but my top ones right now are Guerlain Terracotta, NARS Light Reflecting, Polite Society, Haus Labs, Estee Lauder Double Wear, MAC Studio Radiance, Missha Perfect Cover, and Wet n Wild Tinted Hydrator off the top of my head.

[@flufftronable]

Shelly, Have you tried the Elf soft glam satin foundation?

[@caralinesinclair4371]

So far I love rimmel kind and free or missha perfect cover bb

[@joylewullis9538]

LOL. Who was that mysterious person talking to you. You look really good and the hair style is adorable. Ziva as always looks fabulous! Thanks for the review! I just Might try the small bottle of this foundation.

[@amydaniels6442]

Wow! That’s a winner for sure! Looks beautiful!! ❤

[@karlaharvey2623]

The foundation is really pretty Shelly. Love the eye look as well. Ok, maybe this is the One( HD Foundation) that I purchase and give it a try on my more mature soon to be 63 dry skin. Thank you for being YOU!

[@alexandrasaadi7149]

I’ve watched every single one of your foundation videos and this is one of the prettiest you’ve demoed!💜

[@emicb999]

Omg yes girl I’ve been WAITING and requesting for you to review this The moment it came out I tried it and fell head over heels!! Soooo freaking pretty

[@goow]

It is gorgeous. I have good luck with MUFE foundations. I will miss Reboot though!

[@calidreamin2441]

Ziva looks at you like: “Wrap it up Mom, let’s go to bed, even that lady with the spooky voice talking in her sleep!” 😂. I wanna try that foundation, wish it was less expensive! Makeup Forever is usually worth it though! It looks really nice Shelly! I too have dry skin, always have, gets drier by the year! Straight Coconut Oil is what likes most! Thanks for trying it for us! 🫶🏼

[@NancyGooGoo]

Nice, dewy finish - SOLD!!

[@francescareese7118]

HI SHELLY, I've not said anything to you in several years. Still getting a kick out of Zeva. You look so good!! I just went back and repurchased the IT CC and even that was too drying for me now at 64. I've been binge watching you last couple months of foundation reviews I just don't know what to pick up. This foundation looks GREAT on you. I think as much as I hate it I may need to have something, "tacky," LOLLLLL. I dunno. Again, you look beautiful......

[@goow]

So great to see you, Francesca!!! I hope you are doing well!

[@susanr4663]

Ziva Ziva Ziva!!!! Thanks for joining us girl. Great review

[@belindafischer2920]

You would probably also love the Fenty soft lit foundation! Also perfect for dry skin.

[@carolpeterson5515]

I so enjoy your videos particularly the foundation reviews. In the video the HD foundation looked really shiny on you. I’m not a fan of shiny but if it smoothed your skin and didn’t settle into wrinkles or folds, that’s a huge plus. I would probably set it on my face with a bit of powder. Right now I’m in the market for a translucent setting powder for drier skin that will tone down shine but not cake.

[@noname-vz5wx]

Ohhhh it looks lovely on you! (adore your videos)

[@belindafischer2920]

I ❤ this foundation! It’s in my top 5 and I have a lot of foundations! It looks perfect on you, a winner for sure! This formula is spectacular 😊

[@ChrissieSM]

I love the outdoor check! Your skin is gorgeous, lucky you!

[@meashkah]

Thanks, Shelly! That ending with Alexa had me 😂 also you look beautiful.

[@CoraSpears-c6p]

Literally search YOU BY NAME when I'm curious about a foundation.. because you ain't missed yet thank you

[@goow]

Thank YOU, Cora!!

[@paja1286]

Nice work! Cat loves you :)

[@MonLis76]

Super-appreciate ALL your foundation reviews 🎉👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@neneg.4264]

Hello Shelly! 🙋‍♀️ the foundation looks great! seems like my dry skin would love it, it's a bummer that the brand's not cruelty free but thnx for the review 🤗 I enjoy your videos regardless... say hi to Ziva 😽... take care! hugzzz 💜

[@cindymarble1270]

That foundation looks lovely on you!

[@sadieluvy]

And that is why I got rid my Alexa 😂😂😂😂 love this foundation on you

[@321morlan4]

Your skin is gorgeous! This foundation looks perfect for my dry, mature skin.

[@carlylindsay7333]

I never wear foundation but this makes me want to try it on my desert dry skin 😆 also I love the earrings!! 😜🐝💛🖤

[@goow]

It's a great one for dry skin! LMAO I was just about to link to your Facebook to say where I got the earrings then I saw it was you - GET THE BEE EARRINGS HERE! I gotta add them to the description box! facebook.com/MountainTroutTreasures/

[@carlylindsay7333]

Hahah thanks! Buzz buzz

[@LilliumTO]

I was waiting for this one! I'm very interested in the hydra glow as someone with very dry skin, can't wait to hear your thoughts!

[@amandaf5664]

That foundation looks really good on you. I would love to try it but no where close where I can drop in to pick up a sample :(.

[@raafiaahmad4454]

Thanks for the review, Shelly. I would love to watch a comparison video on the MUFE matte and this dewy foundation and which one you would be your go to. The previous one got an A grade from you as far as I remember. Nevertheless this one is going straight into my cart. Have a nice day ahead and take care you too.❤❤

[@lorraineelliott1546]

Shelly you look stunning ….great review. I’m getting this one .xx

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Shelley this is a beautiful foundation on you. I can only buy this brand online and with my shade matching issues thats not a good idea 😂. I’m actually good for foundation at present and truthfully I mostly wear light coverage products in the warmer weather (I think bright sunlight is a bit unforgiving to makeup 😂). I recently got a sample of the Ilia skin tint in the dropper bottle (not at all new but recently came to space NK so I could see the shades in person and try it first). I fell in love and bought it for the Summer. I use some green corrector and a little concealer underneath for my rosacea but it looks dewy most of the day on my very dry skin (this is difficult to find for very dry skin and eczema 😂). I find setting my nose and chin very lightly with a wispy brush is really helpful for longevity and blurring pores despite being super dry btw. I treated myself to the Dior lavender powder and really like it. My hourglass powder finally bit the dust after thirty months of use and my shade ethereal light is discontinued (I did buy a back up last year when I heard it was being discontinued). I fancied a change and love a lavender powder shade on my ultra pale cool toned skin. It has a slight glow to it too so I am happy with it. Best wishes x

[@ginacook1208]

such a great review.. omg auto response about the books had me rolling and scared hahahah

[@dawnmarie240]

I had a look to see if you’ve tried the chantecaille but can’t see that you have. You are my go to when i want to try something new 😊

[@goow]

Added to my list!!

[@maryestelar306]

Thanks for the video, please try Palladio foundation :)

[@goow]

Added to my list!!

[@ChrissieSM]

The foundation looks beautiful on you. However, for my sun damage face skin, there is not enough coverage. I heard good things about the new Glossier foundation, please kindly review it for us.

[@goow]

Added to my list! Thanks, Chrissie!

[@TacosTravelandMe]

Looks like I'll be giving this one a try.

[@MsACC2011]

So glad I have something new to try. Was getting desperate over here.

[@goow]

Right?! It feels like foundation launches have been few and far between lately!

[@StillPooh62]

That foundation is beautiful, but too 🤑 rich for my blood! 🙈 BTW, Alexa is *always* listening. Not just when you speak her name. 😳

[@Megan-mt3gq]

I love this foundation! So beautiful!

[@susanmcintyre9934]

I dig this foundation too!!! I knew you would like it! My problem is that I need to pick out a summer shade, which I hate doing. But the shade I currently own is now too light. Even though I wear a tub full 😂 of sunscreen every day, I have some major color from sitting outside at my son’s baseball games. Thanks for the video! Always love to hear your thoughts on foundations!

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi try adding a few drops of liquid bronzer to your normal foundation or you can get colour adjustment products from a variety of brands. No need to buy a Summer shade and you can mix enough in a container for a couple of weeks at a time (rather than mixing every day as that can be a pain in the morning 😂). Hope that helps x

[@goow]

I do what Loraine does when I don't want to buy a summer shade!

[@evonheffken6552]

Hi Shelly. Nice work on this one. I would love to see you review the new ND Golden palette sometime soon. Thanks!

[@belindafischer2920]

Is that palette out yet?

[@evonheffken6552]

@@belindafischer2920 yes, it is!

[@belindafischer2920]

@@evonheffken6552 ordered!

[@jenn8459]

Your eye makeup is so cool 🤩 I love it 🩵💜💕

[@goow]

Thanks, Jenn!

[@Kiss_Lisa]

Thanks for review, Shelly❤ For comparison, which foundation do you like better: this or Nars Light Reflecting? And which one is better at smoothing out skin texture and pores? Thank you💕

[@goow]

The Nars is just a smidge better at smoothing texture and blurring pores - and the other 2 top favorites I have for that are the Guerlain Terracotta and Polite Society. Those are the most smoothing on me.

[@AutumMoon406]

that’s looks amazing …me like it.

[@clairebougie3114]

Beautiful foundation!!

[@priscillagurgle]

You look beautiful

[@belindafischer2920]

You mean an A PLUS right!? 😊😊

[@case1962]

Loving this look! The foundation looks outright amazing on you! I want to know which eye is which -- you said check back "earlier" in the week. 🤔 I'm confused -- lol!

[@goow]

LOL sorry this was supposed to go up last week on Friday but I didn't get it up until this week Monday so it's last week's video with the eye look - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpyneGmho79mkLc

[@case1962]

@@goow Ahhh... thank you! 😊

[@MyCleverHandle]

A beautiful look for you, but a little too dewy for me. Also, fragrance? WHY? Love your look!

[@txketochic46]

love the foundation! I'd love to see you review the Tir Tir.. oh, BTW..... that was weird 😅❤

[@goow]

SO weird! LOL - Tir Tir just arrived! Will film it this week!

[@txketochic46]

@@goow I'm looking forward to it!

[@mettemather4931]

Beautiful foundation - and what's much more important - I saw your beautiful cat - giv her a big kiss from me!❤❤❤❤

[@goow]

I always tell her when she gets comments :) lol

[@jenn8459]

It's a toss up between this & the Laura Mercier for me ♎️ My Libra brain can't decide lol

[@goow]

LOL oh how I feel the Libra brain thing!

[@micheleg81]

Very nice on you. I have never tried it. Have you tried a more matte foundation from them?

[@goow]

I've tried this one, HD Skin Undetectable, Reboot, and Water Glow from them - www.youtube.com/@goow/search?query=make%20up%20for%20ever

[@ItsHeidiHope]

Do you prefer this one or Shiseido Revitalessence Foundation?

[@goow]

I'm going to lean ever so slightly toward the MUFE Hydra Glow - mainly because it wears a little longer on me most days. But in terms of aesthetics (coverage, finish) they're quite similar and I like them equally.

[@Beachnance]

Shelly I'm 60 can you recommend a set of eyeshodow brushes slightly creapy eyes. Thanks

[@goow]

Check out the BK Beauty brushes if you haven't already! They're my pick for synthetic brushes. For natural hair the only ones I'll buy are Wayne Goss. Here's a recent video I did on how I chose all of my regular-use eyeshadow brushes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqDVYqWhqKuNZ9E

[@gretchenhudgens4507]

Looks like a foundation I need to try for my dry skin. What foundation brush are u using ? I need that too 😊 Is it BK beauty, and which one? Thanks

[@goow]

It's the BK Beauty 101 contoured foundation brush! I love it! go.magik.ly/ml/1zwoc/ If my code still works with them, SHELLY10 will get you 10% off (not sure if it still works!)

[@CatKim2]

Hi, Shelly. This looks tempting, but the fragrance is a no-go for me. My pet peeve is products for makeup artists that are filled with fragrance. What do they do if someone is allergic?

[@belindafischer2920]

I have this foundation and I don’t detect any scent from it. Love it!

[@goow]

I would have to figure they'd keep SOMETHING in their kits for sensitive skin or allergy-prone people. But I have no idea.

[@Lis-ek9wm]

That Alexa moment! 😱😱😱

[@Laleem]

I can't deside between this one and the shiseido synchro skin foundations, which one did you like more ? 😅❤

[@goow]

I'd say you can't go wrong either way, but I would lean toward the Hydra Glow. It is a smidge more dewy though so if you don't want that, go Synchro Skin. They're both beautiful.

[@Laleem]

Omg thank you for replying so fast ! I guess I'll try the Hydro glow then since it's also a little cheaper ❤

[@MDev617]

You look beautiful. What's up with lemon as a top ingredient? Weird.

[@goow]

Super weird!

[@daliborkazoric5969]

which has more coverage nars light reflecting or mufe hd hydra glow thank you

[@goow]

They're about the same in coverage - I might say NARS is a smidge more buildable. The biggest difference to me is in finish, as the MUFE is a bit more dewy than the NARS (though I would still call the NARS dewy).

[@katastrophicfailure99]

On the closeup, it looks like you are wearing nothing, wow. I'm sad I hate the price point is too high for me😢. It looks soooo nice!

[@joannecava2418]

MF normally runs warm on every shade I have tried….do you think this version will be more cool or neutral??

[@mistytells]

Looks good on her and I think she’s neutral leaning cool toned. But I know what you’re asking, the lights and video can be iffy to see shades correctly.

[@Cornwall3]

She said it was a cool undertone and it definitely looks it to me. I think it would be Okay.

[@belindafischer2920]

It comes in both undertones.

[@goow]

I think this one does run true to description (which usually makes me think they all probably will). This one seems cool to me as they've labeled it. Their R shades are usually the cool undertones.

[@carahdupper2939]

❤

[@Lucy-mf5gk]

Your cats face😂

[@goow]

She's a giant ham 🤣🤣🤣

[@PookieK]

Alexa is always listening .. 😳

[@AutumMoon406]

❤🙋🏼‍♀️😊

[@happymusics]

Mascaras under $20? Please...

[@belindafischer2920]

The new Maybelline Fireworks mascara.

[@goow]

Added to my video list - I just picked up a few new drugstore mascaras, including the Fireworks one Belinda mentioned!

[@belindafischer2920]

@@goow Whohoo, so will you be reviewing it soon? The formula is a little bit wet but once you use it a few times it calms down…

[@joylewullis9538]

PS. Can’t see any difference on the eyeshadow

[@deborahjowithsavannahrae7695]

Can u show us what sandwich u get when you do these foundation videos. Lol..

[@goow]

LOL I'll have to get it in a video... It's a Jimmy John's number 6 (Veggie), no tomatoes, add pickles, add sauce :)

[@sarah_bae]

Ugh make up forever needs better shades and undertones