MAKE UP FOR EVER Watertone Skin Perfecting Fresh Foundation: Normal/Dry Skin Review (Y225)

I've always loved Face and Body foundations for their flexible, buildable coverage, transfer-resistance, and lightweight natural finish.
#MAKEUPFOREVER used to make my fave Face and Body formula of all time, but discontinued it a few years ago when they replaced it with Water Blend, which I was not nearly as in love with.
This year, they've updated the formula again and launched #Watertone which is designed to be great for sensitive or even acne-prone and #oilyskins while being transfer-proof (great under masks).
Is this the spiritual successor to the old Face and Body? We'll find out!
Shade provided: Y225 (I would usually pick Y235 or Y245 and light tint foundations are where I would go with the slightly deeper shade if you are between 2 colors, as it will correct and conceal better withou being orange or muddy.)
00:12 Product and formula overview
03:29 Pricing and Shades
04:48 Application and coverage check
06:15 Tissue transfer test
07:42 7hr check-in and mask transfer check
09:29 Tissue wipe (coverage check)
09:47 Final conclusion, pros and cons
Other makeup notes:
Concealer - Tarte Shape Tape Ultra Creamy in 22N Light Neutral
Lipstick - Gucci Rouge de Beauté Brillant 112
Mascara - Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
Brows - PIXI Natural Brow Duo in Deep Brunette
MUSIC
We Are The Good - Highway 1976

[@IamCandiceKC]

Time stamps in the description as always! (This is a longer vid!) My fave Make Up For Ever liquid foundation is still Reboot. As for this one, you’re gonna have to watch to see what I think about it!

[@menthapiperitas]

ok but your bare skin... are you kidding me? they look flawless!

[@IamCandiceKC]

LOL thank you so much for the compliment sweetie! (All those retinoids in my skincare better do SOMETHING hahahaha.)

[@sarahb4401]

Thanks for your review! I wish MUFE would stop messing with their water foundations - face and body was the best 😩

[@IamCandiceKC]

Totally!! So glad I found someone who used and loved the old Face and Body too!!

[@noxmoonyisadork]

It is a tint so I didn't expect much coverage...however even for a tint the coverage is extremely minimal. It did even out your skin and added a nice lustre to it - which looks very nice I must say. I usually wear very minimal coverage with concealer for additional spot concealing on a day-to-day basis so I think I might actually try this. Seems like a daily driver product, but not for everyone for sure. Makes me think of the Glossier Skin Tint actually. Have you ever tried that? And I think this would pair well with their matte velvet powder foundation for extra coverage. I was thinking of trying Y225 so great to see that that's the shade you got! P.S - Lovin the necklace (or is it part of the top?), giving some major Cleopatra vibes ✨💖

[@ginettem8]

Thx for this review I’ll just stick to their Reboot foundation!!

[@dalalr9593]

This foundation is a disappointment, the moment water touched my face it slid off light paint. I have combination skin but I don’t get acne and this foundation gave me acne on my cheeks . I was looking for the water-blend as it was waterproof but this one just isn’t it.

[@qianruchan3914]

Thanks Candice for the review~ i personally don't know how to feel about spending $60+ on something that doesn't "appear" on my face. Especially now that we're always wearing masks..

[@IamCandiceKC]

Hahaha I totally know what you mean... I would have liked it more if it was buildable/customisable but I just couldn’t build it up!

[@simpsimps553]

Only 20 shades available?! :(

[@IamCandiceKC]

Yeah sadly. I understand the rationale cos the shades are super forgiving and blend in even when you are 1-2 shades off so it may not make sense to have 40 shades, but having 6 shades locally in Singapore is - I don’t even know where to begin...

[@xueyu7188]

Is it time to recommend lip colors for hot weather ?😂

[@IamCandiceKC]

Haha, I will try to come up with a list! I'm hearing from a lot of people that they are not bothering with lipsticks now that many countries have mandatory/recommended mask wearing though, so I'm not sure how relevant it is to everyone!