The BEST Foundation of 2025 so Far? 😍 Hourglass Illusion Luminous Glow Foundation Review

[@JenPhelps]

Sorry for the re-upload! When I posted this video last night, I started getting comments that the foundation looked like a grayish-green color and I hadn't noticed that during editing. I wanted to make sure the colors you're seeing are as accurate as possible, so I deleted the previous video and fixed the color (hopefully it's better!). Thank you for your patience and understanding! 🥰🥰🙏🙏

[@jeanetteh.9240]

You might try applying a mattifying primer to your chin before using this foundation. It does look lovely on the rest of your face.

[@missionpossible9738]

It looks to me like your chin is peeling from the retinols. My skin does that every week with the tretinoin.

[@Carab3671]

I just clicked on this video again to see if you had a BK brushes code. I’m gonna take the plunge and buy the full super expensive set and have been enjoying your videos so much lately. I wanted to make sure to use your coat if you had one so I’m so glad you do!

[@llkoolbean4935]

It looks like your chin was peeling from the exfoliating product. Rest looked great 👍😊

[@lolwhat2628]

Thanks for including all the alternative product options ❤

[@debrairvin9776]

I was so excited until the chin thing. I have that bumpy orange peel skin on my chin too… I’ll wait for your update. Thank you for the review!!

[@kaburzynski]

Me too! Thought I was the only one 😂

[@drina4706]

I have it as well. It's due to how the muscle lies underneath the tissue.

[@autumnw3808]

@@drina4706 very interesting. Do you think primer there would help?

[@SG-unhinged]

@@kaburzynski Is it an aging thing bc me too!🙋‍♀🙋‍♀🙋‍♀

[@neneg.4264]

🙋‍♀️ and me! 🤣

[@JDByrd]

@jenphelps I think a series titled Month Roundup at the end of each month where you go over the money spent within budget & give ranking of products reviewed within that month is a great idea. Then at end of year do a year end Roundup and rank the 12 month choices.

[@JenPhelps]

That's the plan! I want to keep track of my budget and also share any products that I bought and didn't get to share in a video. :)

[@charitysheppard4549]

Great video, Jen! I am 51 with dry skin, so I always take your foundation recommendations seriously. Don't worry about the re-upload. I watched both, and I am sure many others will, too. Have a great day!

[@JenPhelps]

Thank you so much Charity! 🙏

[@fizzie.lizzzie]

I really appreciate you adding the less expensive alternatives, and I love the braids in your hair!

[@amirasegal]

Thank you very much Jen, for being so honest with us, your viewers, and especially for your recommendations for more affordable products. You are one of the KZbinrs I trust the most, who doesn't try to sell us products but truly gives us an honest opinion. Thank you for that.

[@kemberlymclain5800]

Jenn.....I was actually having a few dry patches recently and I typically use The Ordinary Glycolic Acid to exfoliate--let me tell, 2 weeks ago I bought the Prequel Multi-acid Milk Peel...holy heck, I saw immediate results. The brand owner recommended shaking it, putting about 8 drops on a cotton round then wipe. NO reaction at all but everything smoothed out nicely after 1 application, after 2 uses, it was perfect. I don't know how but this active literally hydrates my skin as well. I look forward to your foundation round up.

[@JenPhelps]

I just saw an ad for that! I plan to try it for sure!

[@mialamban3972]

Going Coconut is a classic. I appreciate it that you still use this and share with us tips about being wise consumers ❤

[@YeliMe]

Jen I noticed you liked the last couple of foundations you have reviewed. I'm super curious with time and you using each one more what you would rank the last three. Dior, Maybelline, and the hourglass. When your more than sure I'd love a future short or video update on those. Your chin situation I have permanently on apples of my cheeks😂. So the foundation that was most smoothing on those kind of pores would be so helpful 🤍

[@CandidLy1]

Yes good idea, a short video with comparisons with these foundations!

[@Haley-hz9gj]

Hi Jen! Great vid. I was the one who recommended the Hourglass mascara a while back ❤ I'm so glad you have enjoyed it! I found another recent one, the Tarte XL in Brown. It's great!

[@megan4011]

I absolutely LOVE this look on you Hun!! The eyeshadow is just gorgeous too & I really appreciate you always giving us affordable options that are similar to the high end look you're doing 😊 You're a sweetie & I hope your boy gets to feeling better soon 🙏❤️ I'll keep you & him in prayer tonight 🙏❤️💖💖 Luv ya Jen!!

[@KLeratoK1995]

Thank you for always being candid Jen! Your honesty is refreshing.

[@Dopey22AMJ]

I caved and bought the glimmer drops from Revlon on Amazon in the shade coralocious because I have been wanting the hourglass serum blushes but just don’t have the money to spend on them. The Revlon are a little tricky like I’m sure the hourglass are, and it works best pre blending them with a brush the back of my hand and then talking on the cheeks. The wear beautifully even if not set with a powder. The feel almost like a powder finish. I’m tempted to try the pink shade next

[@dizzieblonde2010]

Thank you for your extra work with this second video Jen!

[@kathleenp3135]

Another great one, Jen! Will be waiting for your roundup video. Definitely need to know how you end up feeling about the Hourglass re: chin issue. I have similar texture.

[@carolwong9279]

Love the very healthy natural looks. Thanks for the alternatives ❤

[@AndreeaC.]

Jen the foundation is looking very nice but i still see a green-olive tone at least on the lower outer side of the cheeks plus is definetly too dark but anyway nothing negative, i like the finish but this is an olive shade , probably some people will get lucky, olive shades are very hard to find 😊

[@JH-lz4dh]

Yep, probably their neutral runs warm and maybe one of the cool shades might work better.

[@1981jsk]

The Hourglass shadow in the pot reminds me a lot of the Moira Starshadows, which come in the same type of packaging! (The other Moira shadows you mentioned are also a great alternative!) I actually think I have one that looks exactly like the Hourglass shade you used. I absolutely love those Moira Starshadow pots. 😍

[@AmberKishbaugh-uo6ki]

Thanks for this! I love that you post nice alternatives to products.

[@LenaSheppard]

Yay! I think that it looks pretty on your skin; hopefully the skin issues will resolve. Thanks for offering affordable options to the hi-end products. Yes, please please rank the recent foundations!! I appreciate you so, so much for being here !

[@karenwillis3617]

I can’t wait to see the foundation round up! Hope your son feels better and you don’t get sick!

[@annettehankins3268]

I hope your son is feeling better and that you are able to dodge his cold. Great video and I love that you told us similar products that we could use if we needed an alternative. As always, really enjoyed your video!!

[@giselled.4149]

Have you found a foundation that doesn’t break up on your chin? I often have foundation break around my nose and would like one that doesn’t! Love the eye look!

[@Lissbirds]

I"m so excited to see you review this--I've had my eye on it!

[@amyswygert4532]

Looking forward to your round up video! Curious to see what you think about the Hourglass after you wear more.

[@BrendaBostonGirl]

I would guess the exfoliation you did earlier in the day affected the chin. I really hope the hourglass and new Dior both come to Sephora as I’m really interested in both but would want to get matched and samples before I commit to one or the other (not both!)

[@jilljohnson251]

I'm so glad you mentioned the Hourglass shadow singles. I've wanted to try them forever, but $29 for a single powder shadow is insane. (And people were mad at the Patrick Ta duos for $42!)

[@kerrikelly4016]

Hey Jen. I didn’t catch the first upload…. I am here for any video though. Love your content! Always trust your reviews! ❤

[@amandabaker7735]

Love that you gave alternative product recommendations. Helps with budget and thar we may already have a similar product vs buying something else

[@marianekalis1533]

Ty ❤for your thorough reviews. You are a blessing, and I hope your son is feeling better today 🙏🙌👍. I actually love Hourglass but sometimes I just can’t justify the price! As a 59 year old, these videos really help me. Thank you for all that you do. ❤

[@larissamartinez6880]

Love the dupes Jen! You're always looking out for us!

[@ComanderSquigley]

I've really genuinely found that the main difference with high end and drug store is that high end is just a bit harder to fuck up. Something about how they formulate them makes the products light in colour and buildable, so that there is no skipping or patchyness but also no major pigmentation The drug store products require a little bit more work but its because they tend to have more pigment upfront so you have to be careful. Just my own experience, a lot of high end cheek products have nothing of drug store cheek products !

[@juliecassidy7353]

I prefer powder blush and my favorite for mature skin are the Too Faced ones in the round packaging that match their shade. They go on diffuse.

[@corrinawalker5553]

@@juliecassidy7353 I prefer powder blush as well. Good to know about the Too Faced blushes.

[@toddyjean2307]

The RMS powder blushes are incredibly beautiful. Formulated to wear on mature skin too. Gorgeous colors that have a lit from within quality on the skin. Not cheap but def worth it.

[@mruizcre]

Great video as usual 😊 Rimmel maxi blush in exposed is very similar to Hourglass mood exposure.

[@cindymarble1270]

Thanks for always recommending alternatives to the high end products. Very much appreciated.

[@20thcenturyrelic]

Seconded!!!

[@louisesharpy]

I love the way it looks. I’m a shade match twin it looks a little dark. But my chest is a little tan but I may go down a shade. ❤ pretty 😊

[@ShelleyPolarbelle]

Looking forward to the roundup!!! Thank you!

[@mari22]

Thanks for another great vid, Jen ❤ Please keep us updated about this foundation, because of my chin has the same issue 😅

[@najetteroberts5553]

Hope your son is feeling better and you don't get it. ❤ Sorry, the first upload didn't work out. Just ordered the Revlon blush drops. Can't wait to try them. It's so cold lately, stay warm.

[@LastCalvertStanding]

Oooh I may try this foundation! I need to pull out my CP Going Coconuts palette too.

[@lindafillichio1048]

Such pretty colors on you this morning. Thank you🩷

[@R.L.Maverick]

Hey Jen!!! I wasn’t interested in the Hourglass until your initial reaction was good. I’d be interested to see how you like it after you try it a few times. I had worn the Loreal Skin Serum Foundation for several days in a row. It wore great. Then I put a sample of Tatcha Dewy Cream underneath because it’s been cold and dry…suddenly the makeup came off in patches and I had (3) blemishes. It only highlights sometimes more isn’t necessarily better. Thank you for showing multiple alternatives! I appreciate your reviews and content!!!

[@ejbooks]

Really enjoyed this video and especially liked the alternatives you suggested. Your final look was so complimentary on you; with the exception of the chin. I experience that problem, but it usually covers a larger area…. Cannot figure it out. I realize it was lack of a primer, but you tried both ways…. A mystery!! Hope you solve it!🙃

[@theginger8855]

You do the very best reviews! Thank you!

[@karenhughston6474]

I love everything you demonstrated today. You look so beautiful with it all. As for the chin, maybe try a heavy moisturizer before applying the makeup. I have dry skin and helps me.

[@bobbies1562]

Thanks for the review. As you said, it is not yet available in the US. It looked like the foundation also wore off of your nose? I'm not a fan of foundations that appear that way on one's chin, but it looks good on the cheeks.

[@paulakline7976]

I am excited for your foundation round up! Our skin tones and textures are very similar and I’ve enjoyed all of your recommendations. I’m currently loving Covergirls Essence foundation at your recommendation and will be trying the Neutrogena Hydroboost you’ve recommended before. Do you keep a list with links of your favorite products in each category? I’m thinking of beefing up my cream and liquid eyeliners and I know I would just go to your list and order the brown shades if it existed! 😊

[@LisaMarlene.]

Hey pretty thanks for the great reviews! FYI I watched both videos ❤

[@JenPhelps]

Thank you so much for watching both! 🙏

[@debwerr]

Another great informative video. I'll wait for the round up before I purchase. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@michelewenz5692]

Hi Jen. I loved your sweater that you had on. I hope your son is better and you don’t get sick. Have a good night🙏♥️

[@katherinekelly9689]

Hi Jen, I enjoyed watching this video, I appreciate it when you give us alternatives products to the high end one,thank you for doing this for us. Love Katherine xoxo

[@Christina-CA]

Thanks for a great video and lovely look❤ Product recommendation for you: Edelweiss serum from the Body Shop. It might heal your chin. I've been using it for years and find it healing, moisturizing, anti-aging and another side effect is my eyelashes seem thicker. I use it all over my face as a first skincare step and really feel this product is wonderful. If you try it, I hope you love it just as much!

[@shellteresa778]

Great video.! I did try the new Maybelline foundation. It’s my new favorite!! Last all day for me. It truly is so pretty and light weight. I do have one of the revlon blushes. I really do like that product.

[@CandidLy1]

I agree the new maybelline foundation is pretty fabulous especially pleased of how it improves the look of my mature textured skin. Definitely high end performance plus long wear. What a find!

[@shellteresa778]

@@CandidLy1 I’m really impressed how long it last. I’ve tried with different primers and still last all day. It just sinks into the skin so beautifully. I agree it’s high end performance. I’d say even better then some high end foundations that I’ve tried.

[@tamizilla]

Sorry about video last night. I went to comment and video said private. I was oh no what did I do to get blocked. Happy you reviewed this. In a few months I want to buy Dior or HG and wondering which one. I love the HG mascara. Thank you

[@marissalately]

I just love your videos so much. I learn, get recommendations, and your vibe is always so calm. I agree so much with you when you say statements lol I'm like is she reading my mind? Lol i think it's cuz we the same age too

[@valeriesjourney17]

When you do your roundup, I'd love to know where the new foundations compare to your favorites you had going into testing these new ones. 🦋👍

[@andressadevad9411]

Would love a foundation ranking at the end of January!

[@VondaBryant-j6k]

Hey Jen. I always enjoy your informative videos. Have you any knowledge about the Honey and Pine foundation?

[@bevyoung2009]

Great redo❤

[@s.jensen1492]

Such A Beautiful look Jen ❤ Really appreciate the dupes too !

[@Urban-Mooose_Mom]

I picked out a few of the moira shades for Black Friday

[@BlingyBea]

Jen I had that same thing going on yesterday on my chin with my Haus Labs foundation for the first time with that foundation. I used that Loreal primer in that little glass jar, maybe it’s gone bad. The rest of my face was fine just like yours, so I wiped my chin off and re-applied the foundation and it was good to go. Weird huh. That foundation looks so pretty on you minus the chin, I’m waiting for Sephora to get it cause I have a gift card. After you try it more let us know which one you prefer the Dior or the Hourglass, I’ve never trued either brands foundation.❤ I was one that was about to leave a comment then the video disappeared, 😂 so I came back.

[@sharon1894]

Love that you gave alternatives for the Hourglass formulas

[@llchapman1234]

Thanks for reposting ❤

[@karenover50]

Wonderful video great reviews and examples of other choices!! Love to know your fave Moira products !!

[@SS-lt3mh]

Jen try lightly powdering chin before applying foundation. I hope it helps. 😊

[@jennifermolina4396]

I use the lightest color in the L'Oreal Infallile bronzer for my eyeshadow on most days. It's easy to blend, and it's the perfect cool tone.

[@pennylynn1998]

Jen, thanks for your review. It really did look beautiful everywhere else but your chin. I’m so interested to know what that’s about. I hope your son is feeling better and that you’re well. Sending warm hugs~❤

[@aleigha9141]

Let’s do Jen a solid and rewatch this video 🎉

[@sarahmh3971]

Can you please review the new Jones Road gel liner?

[@kellyharper367]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos!

[@shannonwhite7605]

I'm so glad you uploaded this again!😁👏🏻🩷 I love the Hourglass Skin Tint.. however, I do have to set it with a little powder! This foundation is gorgeous but WHYYYY do they have to include dang sunscreen? It does nothing but include Octisalate & Avobenzone that aggravate my eyes like crazy! Such a beautiful look, Jen!❤️🥰💄💋👑

[@Imar5d]

Hi Jen! Have you tried te Exuviance pure retinol peel pads? They did wonders for my bumpy textured chin….

[@gladysgarrity5721]

Thanks as always Jen ❤

[@Alice-fr1ef]

Hi Jen, I hope the foundation works out, it looks great on the skin except for the chin. I like the lip product. The blush looked nice and the eyeshadow was great. Thank you so much for the wonderful video. I enjoyed learning about the Hourglass releases.🥰💗💕❤🤍🌹🌺💐

[@jeannieadams314]

It's just a guess but I used to use Retin A and your chin situation reminded me of how my skin would be so dry and flakes and not accept any product (foundation). Just a dry patchy mess. Could it be your acid exfoliator slightly burned your skin? Again just a guess. Loved the video! You are so pretty!! Beautiful skin!

[@GL-jt9ue]

I have tried 3 foundations from Hourglass, not for me. Thanks for all you do.

[@JenPhelps]

I haven't tried one that I've liked yet but this is the first one!

[@debradowling800]

Have you tried Lisa Eldridge? She nails the undertone’s on her products, and you can get a sample with 4 shades in a pack.

[@JenPhelps]

Yes I have! I love her foundation but I ended up getting the wrong shade. I'll have to try again!

[@WendyT-n5d]

Love this! Does the Revlon glimmer blush have any shimmer or glitter?

[@JenPhelps]

One of the shades seems to have a little but I didn't notice it in the other ones. I think the "glimmer" name is misleading.

[@tunasandwich2630]

Hi Jen, have you ever reviewed Tom Ford Love Scene powder blush?? I’m tempted to buy it, but like all his products it’s $$$ just wanted your thoughts or alternative suggestions before I take the plunge

[@maryabdel-malik656]

I use the hourglass face palettes as eyeshadows & they look stunning

[@Tomsavaa]

So excited to see your thoughts!! ❤

[@caitlinf2906]

Love your hair!

[@carriea5637]

Thank you for the review and the alternate recommendations! I’ll be interested to know if it always does that on your chin. If it looks like that on texture it’s definitely not for me 😂 Are you planning to also review the new Anastasia foundation? Not to throw another spendy one at you but Tati loved it so I was curious on your thoughts!!

[@aweberf2225]

Curious to see how you feel about this foundation after wearing it a few more times. By the way, the combo of the lip color, blush color, and the color of your top is gorgeous!

[@SandiTink]

Hourglass makeup has always been too warm for me whenever I’ve tested it in the store. Consequently, I haven’t been tempted by any of the products.

[@toddyjean2307]

Just ordered from Sephora yesterday, hoping it’s going to work on my med olive mature and wrinkled skin. So tired of the search for olive friendly foundations!

[@paularawls9228]

What a trip. I saw you posted a video last night and then it was gone. I was totally confused.

[@JenPhelps]

So sorry about that! I posted a message about it on my Community Tab. The lighting was off in the last video...hopefully this one is better!

[@CandidLy1]

Jen I really like your white handled blush brush, which one is that?

[@laura10777]

That’s too bad about the foundation. 😞 I’m excited to try the new ABH foundation! It looks really good.

[@samanthaginsberg6330]

Ive never been so early! We have very, very similar skin. Tone, texture, etc. I have the same issues with foundation, even when i exfoliate and moisturize properly, the dry patches appear out of nowhere. ANYWAY I am mad at hourglass bc when I finally received my dragon palette, INSIDE WAS THE LOTUS COLORS!! I'm not sure if I will return it or gift it .... I want to run to get this, I can't believe it can't 😫 such a tease 😂. Very pretty.

[@JenPhelps]

Oh no! That's terrible!

[@LastCalvertStanding]

@@samanthaginsberg6330 oooh I’d be frustrated with them for that too. I just swatched the dragon palette at Ulta last week (I’d purposely avoided shopping for myself the last few months because Christmas) and it’s aaaammmaaazzzinnng. I want the dragon palette so bad now. Lol

[@samanthaginsberg6330]

@LastCalvertStanding i got an email from Hourglass saying the palettes are back, but i don't see them on the site when I click the link. I emailed them again(since their only solution was for me to send it back and wait to see if I ever get the $ refunded) now that they are "back" can they please send me the correct palette!? It's shameful that I am still wanting their stuff 😫🫤

[@20thcenturyrelic]

Hi Jen, thanks for the video! It seems very odd that you had a problem with the foundation just on your chin. I have no idea why; maybe the product just doesn't work well over areas of textured skin? Maybe, because it's winter, the skin on your chin is dryer than normal? (Reaching with that one!) I'd like to try this one, but, oddly, the Hourglass website doesn't show an ingredients list for it. So I can't tell if it has added fragrance or fragrant ingredients. I guess I can wait until it's available at Sephora because the Sephora site usually has a complete ingredients list for products.

[@Patti-1962]

I hope your son is feeling better! I have one suggestion about your chin.... I had some issues with using the glycolic acid toner, as it was just too strong. It caused my skin to get very dry and textured. When I made the switch to the lactic acid serum 10%, all those issues went away. Lactic acid has a more moisturizing effect on my skin. I know everyone's skin is different, but just in case you want to consider a different serum. This foundation looked so pretty on your skin (although it is a bit pricey!!)

[@Crystal0139]

I wonder if that would work for me. I can’t even use glycolic acid 3% on my chin lol. It does same thing in Jen’s video 😩.

[@Patti-1962]

@ I had the exact problem you did, except it made my forehead textured. I found that I had to stay completely away from anything with glycolic acid in it. Mandelic acid is also very good for sensitive skin. I’ve learned to be patient, as it may take longer to get the end results I’m looking for, but if I use stronger products for a quicker result my skin reacts terribly!! I’m so glad you were able to figure it all out!! It was hard to see, but Jen’s chin did look very dry and irritated (but of course I’m not a dermatologist!)

[@Crystal0139]

@@Patti-1962 I might try Mandelic acid. Thank you

[@Patti-1962]

@ The Ordinary has one! I hope it works for you!

[@Crystal0139]

@@Patti-1962 thank you Patti ❤️

[@carolynlindstrom7232]

I am 64 years old, with blonde hair and blue eyes. I’m cooled toned, but in the summer I do a spray tan. When doing a sunless tanner, do you stay in the cool toned family, and just buy another cooled toned foundation a shade darker, or because your skin is more bronzed, do you now become a warm toned gal? 💃💃Same with eyeshadow. Orange tones bring out blue eyes, but usually orange tones are warm tones. Should I go to a more cool toned palette, even though the warm tone colors make my eyes appear bluer? 🤔 Burgundy is another color eye shadow/eye liner I love. Enjoy all you videos🩷🩷

[@AndreeaC.]

Undertone and skin overtone ( Foundation shade) are 2 different topics. Usually orange never looks good on cool undertone people and pink is very tricky for warm undertoned ones. If you like how you look in Orange / Mahogany/ Burgundi etc.wear what feels you make happy. It is posible you have an warm undertone and a cool overtone ( foundation shade ). I am warm undertone but my foundations shades are very neutral for example. Each person is special❤

[@carolynlindstrom7232]

@@AndreeaC.Anytime I buy foundation I’m told I’m cool toned. Thank you so much 🩷🩷🩷

[@juliecassidy7353]

I’d say if you want to simple palettes that offer cool versus warm do Too Faced matte palette (the one that’s been around forever) for cool and Tarte Shape Your Moneymaker for warm. That one may be harder to come by. I like a fuschia pink lip with Too Faced and a glossy buff with Tarte.

[@carolynlindstrom7232]

@@juliecassidy7353Thank you so much🩷

[@aleigha9141]

I watched the first time this video was posted. Why the 2nd video? Did KZbin do something? I will watch again if so 😊

[@JenPhelps]

I had to delete last night's video because the lighting wasn't right. It made the foundation look like it had a gray cast and was getting comments about it. So I fixed the lighting and hopefully it's better this time. If you're able to watch it again, I appreciate it so much! 🙏🙏

[@aleigha9141]

@ ahhh ok 👍 and sure will watch again 😊 I hope your son is feeling better! ❤️

[@julesbee6249]

I just ordered a couple fenty complexion products from Ulta since it’s 5x points and I love the soft lit.

[@JenPhelps]

That's a great foundation!

[@julesbee6249]

@ , I haven’t tried the matte but I bought some because the humidity will be here soon enough.

[@melissayoung7451]

Hope your son feels better soon!

[@kathyjackson3751]

Thanks for this video!

[@jillholod34]

Maybe I'm lazy but I don't want to have to struggle with a foundation. For me, it either works or it doesn't and if it doesn't, it either gets returned or I peg it into the garbage.

[@marthaj67]

Did the Hourglass foundation work better on the side of your chin with or without the primer? Or did it not make a difference? It's kind of hard to tell on the video.

[@JenPhelps]

It didn't seem to make a difference unfortunately!