MIND-BLOWING OR OVERHYPED? | KVD GOOD APPLE FOUNDATION BALM | DRY SKIN

I'm always dubious about makeup products that go viral on TikTok, because generally they're not tested for all day wear, and they're tested by people in their 20's and I'm definitely not in that category. Let's see how this foundation performs in a long-wear test on an over 40 dry skin.
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PRODUCTS WORN IN THIS VIDEO
KVD VEGAN BEAUTY Good Apple Foundation Balm (light 012) - £29
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PAT McGRATH LABS - Sublime Perfection Concealer (L4) - £26
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PAT MCGRATH LABS - Sublime Perfection Blurring Under Eye Powder - £25
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NARS Bronzer (Vallarta) - £30
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HOURGLASS Ambient Lighting Blush (Luminous Flush) - £38
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HUDA BEAUTY Lip Contour (vivid pink) - £17
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NARS Lip Gloss (Super Orgasm) - £19
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ELF Lash it loud Mascara - £6
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NYX Microbrow pencil (Ash brown) - £9
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BENEFIT 24hr Brow Setter - £22.50
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FURTHER INFORMATION
My skin type is combi/dry most of the month, but when hormonal, my skin gets very oily around my t-zone. It's very unpredictable (thanks skin) and I suffer from breakouts (mostly hormonal breakouts...thanks again hormones!)
CONTACT LENSES
I sometimes wear contact lenses in my videos. My eyes are naturally browny/orange, but I like to switch things up with green/blue/grey contacts. Recently I was sent some coloured contacts from a company called TTDEYE who deal with both cosmetic and prescription lenses. I LOVE THEM!!!!
If you want to try them go to ttdeye.com and use the code pamperedwolf10 for a 10% discount. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT YOU SHOULD HAVE A VALID PRESCRIPTION for the prescription lenses AND ALWAYS GET THE LENS FIT CHECKED BY A QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL. I have my eyes checked every few months by my optician and have a sight test every 2 years. You can’t be too careful when it comes to your sight.
MY CURRENT FOUNDATION SHADE MATCHES
I HAVE FAIR-LIGHT SKIN WITH A NEUTRAL UNDERTONE. THESE SHADES ARE MY CLOSEST MATCHES. (S) = summer shade (W) = Winter shade
MAC - NW13 (W)
YSL BD25 (W)
CHANEL B10 (W) | B20 (S)
CHANTECAILLE Porcelain (W)
DIOR - 0N (W)
IT COSMETICS 11 (W)
TOO FACED - Swan (W)
HOURGLASS - Shell (W)
NARS - Gobi (W) A little too yellow for me
KOSAS 3.5 (S)
URBAN DECAY - 20NN (W) This can oxidise so I might be better with 10NN
ESTEE LAUDER - 1N0 (W) | 2N1 (S)
LAURA MERCIER - 2N1.5 (S)
BARE MINERALS - Barely Light/Birch 1.5 Suitable for both S + W
FENTY BEAUTY - 120 (W) 150 (S)
SHISEIDO - 140 Porcelain (W) | 160 Shell (S)
CHARLOTTE TILBURY - 3N (S)
ZOEVA - 030N (W) | 050N (S)
STILA - Fair 2 (W)
NO7 - Calico both (S) + (W)
REVOLUTION PRO - F4 (W) | F5.7 (S)
ELF - Fair/Light
PHYSICIANS FORMULA - LN3 both (S) + (W)
MAYBELLINE - True/Ivory I can just about make this work but it's not perfect
LOREAL - 20 Ivory I can make this work but it's not perfect
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* DISCLAIMER - I am a qualified Aesthetician but no longer practice in a clinic or a salon as my full-time job is now KZbin. I AM NOT A QUALIFIED MAKE-UP ARTIST. Although I have an in depth knowledge about the skin, and do extensive research before filming to check facts, the opinions expressed in this video are my own.
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[@PamperedWolf]

Thank you so much for taking the time and watching this with me on your friday evening. I'm truly grateful and I loved chatting with you all. Let me know if it's something you'd like to do again in the future. xxx

[@sabsa70]

Chatting and watching the video together was like a teatime with some friends. Although we are spread all over the world, we were united for 20 minutes. Thanks Gemma!!! Love, hugs and kisses 😘

[@aamyko]

I think the most important thing with this foundation is: less is more. I use just one dip with my brush and it covers my entire face, if I need more coverage I dip back but with a concealer brush and conceal any dark spots and under my eyes. I set it with a powder cos I have VERY oily skin and it lasts a good 4-5 hours without touch ups. Main point: don’t use a lot. 😉 Your skin looked beautiful anyway 💋

[@Alfakkin]

So it is vero pigmented like a concealer...

[@finleyeden2462]

Thank you, you always offer great informative and impartial reviews xx

[@teresas.3979]

I am so excited! A premiere!

[@claredyj2015]

Your skin looks amazing Gem! I always thought this foundation would be very think but it looks great on you!

[@ionescuelectra]

By far the best review on this foundation! Thanks a lot!

[@RobynA11]

This is the review I was hoping to find! Thank you so much!!!

[@carolinasuar]

Your skin looks so radiant. Maybe I've missed if you uploaded a skin rutine video but that would be greeeeat

[@gladysgarrity5721]

Enjoyed the video not tried that foundation yet everyone seems to love 💕 it thank you for the video very helpful 🌺

[@lynndorris3284]

You are awesome, I've just failed to tell in the years I've been watching!

[@anitasheehan6243]

OMG that's so stunning l didn't think you could get more beautiful you just did l have to buy this immediately 💞💞

[@zulytown]

Thank you, Gemma! I have dry skin as well and haven't taken the leap yet on this foundation. So glad you gave us your opinion. I watch all your videos. I will probably pass on it, unless, maybe, if it's on sale one day. Then I can see what all the hype is about and return if it doesn't work, lol. Cya soon, hugs

[@heidihurn9828]

I think it looks lovely on you I prefer a full coverage foundation but that my personal preference I like the packaging of it nice and compact especially for travel x

[@joylewullis9538]

Just adore you Gemma. You were almost frightened to apply this. Haha. And, you've put a lot of things on your face. Anyway, I think it looks great on you. I have really dry skin and I'm almost tempted to try this. Blotting would be a relief sometimes. But, I'm trying to cut back. We'll see. Thanks for your review. You're the best!!!

[@linda.said67]

Wow! This looks absolutely gorgeous on you! As soon as I saw your complexion I wanted to buy this..then as tge video progressed and you needed to blot several times...im not too sure now. As others commented its rather pricey...i might wait for a sale.

[@Onlinemakeupacademy]

Thank you for such a detailed review!

[@dorcasgilbert1575]

It looks gorgeous!

[@debrapavlica6772]

Half way through it looks gorgeous!

[@Soapartisan875]

Wow it looks stunning on you Gemma 😍I want to try it once I finish my Kevin Aucoin foundation balm which is a similar product that I love one tip I suggest is using a matte primer underneath to keep the shine at bay .

[@sophiegafney4597]

Whoop! Whoop! I enjoyed that live chat with everyone. It was fun!x

[@ltejle]

It was such a great color match for you, sometimes I think you choose too pale of a shade but this looked great 👍

[@KaraLey98]

Gemma, you are smashing in that red lipstick you have been wearing lately, just gorgeous!!👍🏼😍☺

[@clairemaxwell9275]

Good to know. Thanks

[@patkern185]

Nope. I don't like full coverage either but were I to want or need it I'd have to use something that needs less care and tinkering. You're a champ for testing this out. XXOO❤

[@corinalymburner1121]

I like the idea of a more “portable” compact foundation that I can keep in my purse 👛 for on the go... I’ve been using a cheap foundation stick and it’s been very drying unless I use a lot of moisturizer/primer underneath, which I don’t want to bother with (I’m 56 with normal/dry skin) So, while this interests me, I think it’s too full coverage for what I’d want. Thanks for sharing your test, much appreciate it!

[@boomxbeautybeat]

hey Jemma, great review, i did one on mine with dry mature skin xo Lora

[@janreding9384]

I thought it looked real nice on you but I'm with you on not such a heavy Foundation. I had thought about buying it but after seeing your review I will not thanks again for all of the information that you share with us

[@josephvalenti4475]

I got a demo of the product I like it for a concealer for my sun spots, but I love the Max Factor Miracle Touch Skin Perfecting foundation in Bronze mixed with Golden, and it lasts all day!

[@jennifermikuluk2357]

I got a tiny little blister sample, used it about 10 times, that’s how little it took. And I like medium coverage. 53 years young and I love this. I think the full size will last 10 years😉

[@Mgaillenak]

I have not worn this but watching several reviews it reminds me of a BB cream. I think I will just tick to.my Korean BB cream foundations. They have skincare ingredients, are buildable coverage, and don't fall apart throughout the day.

[@PineGeri]

You just answered my question

[@totallytony]

Can we talk about how amazing her eyes look in this video?! Are you wearing coloured contacts or is this just a lighting trick? X

[@taraconnely5696]

@pamperedwolf I love this ! Awesome review. May I ask what blush you're using here? It's beautiful ❤️

[@rosieHolliday5887]

Ooooohhh...waiting :)

[@lisagoldsworthy3992]

PLEASE TRY Phoera!

[@jennyunderwood6506]

I think it looks beautiful on you.

[@blueeyedredhead8613]

This is non related, but I didn't realize you had a coffee mug! I'm going to get one in pink whenever I can.

[@julianursten6399]

Interesting Gemma. I found Robert Welsh very funny about this foundation on his “Overhyped”video

[@nicciellett5008]

I watched one of his videos on overhyped products and took from it using a setting spray BEFORE foundation. It seemed to work well 😊

[@user-ux7yg2ch6i]

I bought it, then had second thoughts and cancelled my order after seeing a couple of bad reviews. Now I'm having third thoughts 😫. This is torture.

[@jennyladen]

On initial application it looked beautiful and really suited you, I thought it made you’re skin look flawless, and loved the glow it gave you, shame it went a bit greasy, I used to use Elizabeth Arden flawless finish cream foundation and think this is very similar!

[@joylewullis9538]

I just started using some of her skin care and love it. I have really dry skin. Received it in samples and just purchased the hyaluronic acid. Maybe I'll try her foundation you mentioned though her makeup and skincare are so pricey. Thanks for sharing that.

[@anatolia0222]

So, funny thing about the KVD foundation colours. I *should* be a 012 based on the description as I have a neutral undertone and this is the shade I have in the True Portrait foundation. I always thought it was a bit off though, so on a whim I decided to order 010 in the Good Apple and actually it looks really good! It's supposed to be for a cool undertone but seems to look like a great match. Maybe 012 will be better for summer if we're allowed out properly this year? I adore the more full coverage it gives because I have a lot of redness on my cheeks and I don't have to colour correct to hide it with this. I don't need all blemishes covered but don't like the red peeking through. I've tried it twice and didn't use a primer underneath just to see what would happen. Honestly I always wear primer because I'm combination skin. This actually sat fine for the several hours I had it on, but I don't think it was a full day either time. I did powder my fill face, and also applied it like Robert Welsh did with a light hand and very soft brush. I'm going to try with a mattifying primer next just to see how that goes and might also try with the XX Revolution Hydra Fixx primer (dupe for Milk Hydrogrip that is xylitol free).

[@manonderaspe9808]

It's not my style to have full coverage but for a special night out would be interesting to try

[@cheryldevine42]

If you set this foundation with powder I have no problem. I do have dry skin, I dont think it covers as much as it says. It did not cover my freckles (I was hoping) but it looked really good on and it is summer. I keep my powder compact with me. I like it👍

[@dsully5057]

I can’t deal with a foundation that you have to check up on constantly to make sure you don’t look like a grease ball lol

[@bxgal347]

I think I’ll pass on it for now I am 60 years old and have dry skin , I may try it much later lol tfs looks wonderful on u!! New subby yay!!!

[@chrishall9880]

I love cream foundations especially this type of cream foundations in the pan type.. but stick foundations I also love I’m 46 normal skin type not oily not dry .. and I’m post menopausal..but I have noticed since being diagnosed with kidney disease & serious anemia that my skin is aging more .. idk maybe it’s not it could be just in my head.. but I’ve used cream foundations for years since my early 20s before actually when I was a teenager I used the max factor pancake & stick

[@sallyosborne7273]

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[@lauradevoo]

Ok why is nobody talking about how amazing your skin is for your age!! 😳 Any tips and tricks? Xx

[@dazereigh]

Hey Gemma, I was thinking how can you be live and answer comments without moving (with your mind?) but just saw your comment, what a good idea so you can join in with the conversation better! Wish I’d gotten up earlier on this Saturday morning in Oz 😉 hmmm I don’t have dry patches just an over all dryness, I might be ok. I’ve been thinking about it but I’d can only get it group KVD website and I don’t really want anything else 🤔

[@rachelrush9612]

I'm dying to know how this works on dry skin!

[@bellachance1206]

Check out Geek Out Of Water. She does amazing reviews for the over 40s with dry skin and has just reviewed this.

[@crickettfenner8438]

I am still on the fence with this foundation. Boy it does look good

[@josaczyn]

Your skin is looking gorgeous! My face is xtra dry this winter. Not sure what’s going on. Have tried multiple combinations of products. Wondering if it’s the mask.

[@PamperedWolf]

That’s a possibility. Check out my ‘how I get rid of irritated skin’ video or check out my ‘autumn winter skincare’ vid xxx

[@lisa-mayvellenoweth8371]

Hi Gemma, not sure if you’ve already done a video or n this but I couldn’t find it. I know it’s old now but have you tried the luminous silk foundation and how did you get on finding your colour? Love your videos 💕

[@emily3282]

Oh my goodness, what is your lip color? It is gorgeous on you!

[@weRarmy_weRBL]

On a normal day I leave home at around 8AM and don't return sometimes until 8-9PM. No way I'm going to use something that I have to keep retouching time and time again. And looking that shiny! hate shiny! so defo a no-no for me.

[@jjroy3389]

Hi Gemma, This product twigs my interest. I have some dry spots (forehead and chin). Is it possible for you to try on not so hydrated skin and comment later? It does look great on you.

[@blueeyedredhead8613]

I have dry skin and wonder if it would look good on me. I like the more natural look too and don't like having to reapply makeup.

[@Budgi3girl]

Great review Gemma! Would you consider trying sheering this foundation out on camera ? Or do you think it’s possible too? I’m thinking I could use as sheered out on my normal to dry face but use neat as a concealer in other areas. You think that would work? Thanks for another lovely video. 😘 💋I loved your lip colour too! 💄

[@MarTina-on1ti]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@user-mi2ws1ed4u]

I would like to try this foundation, but it is not available in Germany and boots isn't shipping worldwide anymore. Love your videos❤️

[@katiej.5229]

Hi Gemma! Did you try this again and have you worn it with a mask yet? I am so tempted to try this but I need something relatively transfer resistant.

[@catherineelizabeth2108]

there's a foundation called covergirl + olay simply ageless instant wrinkle defying foundation. I wonder if they are similar.

[@frogmella]

Hard pass for me and my oily face! I'll stick to double wear 😌

[@gypsygirl4687]

All the reviews I’ve seen- on everyone from dry skinned folks to normal skinned to oily skinned- all complained that it got oily, cakey and broke up or settled in to lines. I returned it.

[@melanien4792]

Drum roll..... 🥁🥁🥁🥁

[@melanien4792]

Thank you, I've been waiting for a review I could relate to. Think I might give this a go ❤️❤️❤️

[@missfroghophophop6953]

I wonder how it would be if your sponge was damp how it would apply.

[@hollyshaw1984]

It reminds me of maxfactor miracle touch, but more expensive 😂

[@staceyf31]

Question, Do you wet your sponge?

[@PineGeri]

What foundation doesn’t “glom” up in dry areas on the skin!

[@sandywilkerson1843]

This looks like Merle Norman original pan cake makeup. Thick cream. Was beautiful but heavy on the skin. Is this like that?

[@kdow]

Lovely, as always, but this is totally unrelated...anyone ever tell you that you look like Gwen Stefani? 🤷‍♀️

[@PineGeri]

Did you set with powder or wasn’t necessary

[@RUTHHLP]

I'm 38 and drier skin. I do not get on well with this foundation at all. It is somehow balm but very dry at the same time? I've tried it so many different ways but unfortunately it's a no for me :(

[@jaytay8637]

Well done vid. but I think 'give it a go' is not going to see me parting with £38.

[@carissarussell3570]

Did you say what shade you used? I keep rewinding to see and I don’t hear it. An I can’t find it in the description box? An me and you are twins in foundations. You usually have it in the description box. Am I missing it?

[@vanessalawson4045]

Light 12(light skin with neutral undertones)

[@carissarussell3570]

@@vanessalawson4045 thanks! I am an air head and didn’t see her say it.

[@vanessalawson4045]

Lol no problem!

[@jkuhlow204]

It smudge proof?

[@nancygage7679]

Which shade are you using?

[@PamperedWolf]

Light 012 xxx

[@norabolles713]

😘❤❤❤❤❤👍

[@tallisinwonderland4724]

I think I’d worry about this causing acne seeing as it’s so thick.

[@BrionyHannahh]

I personally **** couldn’t think of putting anything worse on my skin 🤢 I just hate full coverage foundation so much! More natural the better for me 🥰. I usually adore all of the foundations you recommend and for reference I’m 26, normal skin (post accutane for around 3 years now) with some light wrinkles/lines. Love your videos ❤️❤️

[@PamperedWolf]

This wouldn't have been a foundation that was even on my radar. I love natural skinlike light coverage, but I bought it as so many people were asking questions about it that I couldn't answer. I hope it was helpful xxx

[@Billiard-cp1my]

Not sure about such heavy coverage make-up. Not for me, I think. I would probably get spots and it might stick in my lines.

[@pamelacossey8604]

This just doesn't seem to have good stay power. Seems like it would be awful for oily skin

[@erinnswan7063]

Jen Phelps did a review she is over 40 and has very dry skin it looks horrible on her.

[@neasacoyne2706]

Follow no spring chicken on istagram, she has done a review on this also for 40 plus skins.

[@anitablanca5050]

This foundation gave me horrible big spots on my face,never again

[@lauram.3685]

Is it just me or does anyone else get OCD from seeing foundation applied for over 5 minutes with a brush on one side of someone's face. ARGHHH lol

[@Chele-nm4qx]

I’m on the hate team. Tried it, was horrible, so threw it in the trash. 🚮