NEW HOLY GRAIL FOUNDATION?!! NARS SOFT MATTE FOUNDATION REVIEW!

[@nikkiajoy]

Hi everyone!🥰How insanely good is this formula!😵 For those living in Australia like me - I was finally able to purchase it off eBay (there are lots of cosmetic sellers in the US/UK that will ship it here!) or Amazon or use a shipping forwarder like My US or ShipItTo. It’s taking agessss to launch here but hopefully we see it available here soon!🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@jimins4582]

please help me! i’m oily skin just like you and i stay in Malaysia , i saw your video on fenty beauty skin tint foundation , wanna know which one you like the most ? this Nars or Fenty Beauty ? since i never buy any high end foundation 🤭

[@kristen__lee]

Hi Nikkia, I just messaged MECCA and they said it will be launching at the end of July! Thank god!!

[@sandris338]

Please, let me know the color number you used and what you are using on your lips. Looks amazing!

[@renbascara3786]

Good news-it's finally launching in MECCA from the 27th of July 🙏

[@lientheblesser5935]

@Nikkia joy What kinda foundation from the drugstore and high end do you prefer for men? Because I'm looking for foundation but i want it to look like skin much as possible.. I don't people to see it if I want to wear foundation if you know what I mean.. Any tips?? 😇

[@lauren3894]

So, I am OBSESSED with this foundation. Bought it today and have had it on 12 hours now, and honestly.... it's flawless. ANYONE who is thinking about buying this with oily skin, DO IT. DO IT NOW.

[@juliettedemaso7588]

Bless you for not using a blurring filter. Seriously it’s high time we start seeing skin textures as sexy and beautiful; (and you are stunningly beautiful and sexy) It is rare to be older than ten and still have baby skin. Some do, but most of us get all sorts of textures and colors. And eventually we all do. The standard of beauty shouldn’t be based on the exceptional and rare; we CAN reject inadequacy marketing. People realize they have a much wider lens for what they find beautiful, simply when the narrative changes. So much Applause to you, lady. 👏👏🥰🔥

[@trishahoward639]

I love your long wear tests because I work 16 hour shifts and it's nice to see someone test this for longer then just 8 hours thankful for you

[@lexikenz]

I refused to try this until Nikkia reviewed it. I know what my next foundation purchase will be now!

[@everogersdownunder1242]

It's how we're going to get it here that's the issue.

[@AshleyLamora]

It is AWESOME

[@kankan572]

Hope she didn’t agree to give a good review to get the foundation in her hands 😆 bc I watched many good reviews on it

[@loren9597]

OMG YES NIKKIA IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE FOR MONTHS 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@melisagomez1525]

Girl, you say you’re THAT girl because you haven’t met me!! 🤣 My face can’t stand an hour... Puts a smile on my face to see you that pleased with the foundation. I’m definitely trying!

[@loren9597]

I’ve had this in my cart for months waiting for you to review it! 👏🏻 Now I know it’s time to press purchase 😍

[@Puppysofia]

How does Nikkia doesn’t have 1 million subscribers yet? She’s amazing! I will definitely try this foundation now.

[@jaynekittycat9252]

You did a video on applying eyeshadow for hooded eyes. As a person who isn't that good on eyeshadow techniques, you made it so easy. I have saved the video. So now when i do my eyes, i just look at your video, and my eyes turn out great. Your a life saver. Thankyou.

[@aliciamcneil1705]

I’m that girl too! Everything settles or wears off bc of my oils. I check my makeup frequently throughout the day. So glad you did a review on this! Thank you!

[@kandirain_1172]

"Oily enough to fry a chicken on my face" 🤣

[@melissaslaughter6798]

Seriously if it wasn’t for the fact that I have watched and trusted your reviews for YEARS, I would swear your first check-in was 5 min after application! Looks amazing! I’m totally going to try this!

[@ebonyperkins4799]

Listen this is my favorite foundation by far! I’m oily like really oily, I get embarrassed by like 6 hours. And this foundation is worth every penny. Go and purchase it! Thank you for the review

[@artsybirdy]

Do you think it will work for a more natural/skin-like look if you use less?

[@DB-ed6si]

@@artsybirdy Yes!

[@kamics8705]

I've seen many reviews on this foundation bt I needed to hear it from you because there ain't any other person who would be honest about their reviews like you do. I basically trust you with my life. I'm literally running outta the door to get this foundation. Nikkia approved it is.

[@aazz09901]

How did it go? Would you recommend it?

[@kristyyy_3]

I’ve been waiting for you to review this! I’ve heard this is the best foundation for us oily gals!

[@esarathore5850]

You should do a comparison vid with Estée Lauder

[@sparklewithmuskan3890]

Yes

[@letlhogonololesoletsile9842]

⭐️⭐️

[@kimjohnston6195]

I was thinking the same thing! :)

[@DanaiMRamos95]

Pleasseee!!! Yes !!!

[@ashleyrunck8140]

Yes do this please!!! 👏

[@08emily89]

Ive been DYING for you to try it. I was going to wait until you reviewed it first because my skin is so oily but I couldn’t wait! I’ve been using it a few months now. I prefer to double wear as double wear looked cakey on me and I SWEAR it almost ‘stretched’ my pores and made them larger over time. Love the Nars soft matte

[@stephanier9974]

So i mix the NARS and my Estee Double Wear. They both are just slightly off color wise and the combo makes the shade PERFECT!

[@jeanettemills9100]

I love love love this foundation. I bought my first one many months ago and a second shade about five months ago. Despite the many options of foundation that I have, I reach for this pretty well daily. I haven’t worn it through summer yet but I can tell you that stays put under a mask and it is a fabulous formula. I can’t wait to stay red-free this summer. My rosacea tends to show through after wearing foundation for hours and this is phenomenal at covering the red, not wearing off through the day and not feeling like a mask!

[@katiejenkins834]

Do you have a powder and spray and primer you wear with it? Or recommend?

[@KarlaCamposSummers]

I am absolutely obsessed with this foundation, i picked it up during the Sephora VIB sale and it’s the best I’ve found for oily skin!! I’ve been wearing it alllll day and my oils didn’t creep through at all! Maybe just minimally on my nose

[@Greg55bona]

I just went out and bought the Nars foundation after your review. I wear a mask for 8 hours at work on and off at work. You looked fabulous with it on. Hope I have as much luck.

[@emilyfischbach4242]

I love this foundation! It really is very good! Stays matte all day! I have combo skin and you won’t find anything better in foundation rn!

[@cindy8275]

Oily girls everywhere just cried of happiness !!! I’m so excited !!!!

[@missywidener7293]

YESSSSSSSSSS! Saw Nikkia notification and I immediately clicked... love you so much.❤️

[@Ashley-vm1bd]

me too!! i need another good matte foundation, Nikkia is one of the few oily girls

[@missywidener7293]

@@Ashley-vm1bd I have dry skin but I love the look of matte foundations. I just can’t wear them. Well i can SOMETIMES get away with it but I have to prep and moisturize my skin really good. When I was younger I had oily skin though.

[@roxy148921]

Two of my friends and I all bought this foundation last week and LOVE it! Though I have noticed that using it for a few days in a row has made my skin feel a lot dryer than normal (I’m combo/oily skin). Definitely make sure to be very moisturized before using it if you don’t have oily skin!

[@shecylync7372]

I've been waiting your review to put this on my chart. Literally oily skin best beauty guru 🖤

[@valentinaisshook2218]

i literally gasped when you said this might be the best foundation ever! double wear has been my holy grail for yearsss bc of you and if this is true then i might have to cheat on estee lauder😩

[@mgrsuarez]

I literally clicked as soon as I read that it’s a foundation review. I LOVVEEE all your foundation reviews. I live for them!! 😍🥰😘❤️

[@TheEagleslover]

I truly believe this will be my go to foundation for the hot humid days of summer. I have truly been impressed with it. Hope it becomes readily available in Australia because it is worth it for oily skin types.

[@alexandramanta807]

Hello Nikkia! Thanks a lot for every video you share with us oily pals 🥰 I have a wedding next week and I don’t know which foundation to pick. Nars soft matte or all time classic Estée Lauder double wear is a win win for you? Thanks a lot again ❤

[@debbieotoole1072]

I absolutely love this foundation, i live in the UK so I've been using it since about November and its been brilliant, I'll be honest i don't use it every day because i do use a few different foundation so i like to rotate them, so glad you finally have it ❤

[@kateyvogel2473]

I finally tried it yesterday and omg made my skin look absolutely perfect....minus all the blemishes on my face! I paired it with the Revlon primer in the pink and white bottle and the elf mint melt primer, nars radiant longwear concealer and my laura mercier translucent powder! Absolutely love it!

[@tashpendlebury2951]

I only trust Nikkia’s reviews as they’re so honest. And as a fellow oily/textured/imperfection prone skin, her opinion is the only opinion I trust! Also the only ‘KZbinr/influencer’ brand I’ve purchased from. Love all her products. Only thing I haven’t tried yet is her brushes and loose pigments. I absolutely LOVE her lashes, sponges, highlight palette and her setting powder! 10000000% recommend!

[@jenniferstomberger3920]

I do Not get excited until Nikkia says to. Truth is SO Appreciated.

[@ericaramirez3599]

Your skin looks amazing. Even after the first check in it looked even better. 💜💜💜💜

[@salisaw.4861]

it's the only foundation that I can use without powder and concealer! it's extremely matte, and full-coverage. None of my friends believes me so I love that u've finally got to try it, and prove my points. Love u max ♥️♥️

[@kdlindgren]

The combo of this foundation with the Charlotte Tilbury setting spray is mask proof in my experience!

[@AshleyLamora]

Agree it doesn't transfer

[@riemmagarback]

Great tip! What kind of setting spray do you recommend?

[@citlalivillegas9298]

Woah Fr ? I’ll have to give it a try !

[@stephaniepridgen6016]

This Mars foundation does transfer for me inside my mask even using the Charlotte tilbury setting spray

[@kdlindgren]

@@stephaniepridgen6016 that’s why I said “in my experience.”

[@munekitas77]

Thanks Nikkia, I have the same skin concerns as you. NARS is on my fave list now. It's an amazing foundation and skin looks flawless. You are the only makeup guru I listen to...

[@akemikochan]

So far I think NARS is the most consistent with all their products being good. I have 3 different types of their foundations, including this one, as my holy grails and their concealer.

[@LadyLeeBird]

NARS has been my go to since a color match in store a few years ago.. Sahel is my summer color 😍

[@akemikochan]

@@LadyLeeBird Omg SAME! I've settled with other ones, but NARS is spot on with my skin color

[@amietiger8464]

What about scars? Does it cover texture good? (Sorry ladies, I just need to know...not trying to jump in your coversation...lol) Thank you in advance....

[@akemikochan]

@@amietiger8464 I don’t think anything covers texture well. A good primer might help better with that? I usually use putty primers and try to be light with my foundation or else it just gets cakey looking with any foundation. And then I’d avoid powder or I go over with a light coverage of foundation powder to set. That’s been my routine lately. Very little foundation and use foundation powder to set and cover a little more. I do like the nars concealer in the little pot. But you do have to use darker concealer than the scar is like with anything you use always go dark on the concealer and then go over it with your foundation. Basically you are trying to get the foundation to stick to something over the scar is why. But overall I enjoy the nars concealer and foundation - both the dewy and the matte one. I have all three nars foundations. Hope that helps?

[@amietiger8464]

@@akemikochan More than you know, thank you! So much!

[@shawnapryor2698]

it looks amazing! can I ask what your wearing on your lips, its so pretty!

[@meagenb4968]

Well now you've found the foundation for your wedding!! It looks gorgeous on you. I have dry skinbut going into summer here in Boston and tempted to buy and try....yep. Going to pick it up tomorrow and give it a try.

[@sandrabradner0813]

I have to try this now! I’ve waited for your review because I’m super oily! This gives me hope! Thank you!

[@jennifersalemme0512]

Oh my gosh! This foundation review so awesome! I’m so excited for you to review this! I’m really anxious to try it!

[@trishamsutton]

I've been following you for a very long time...I have NEVER seen a foundation look so beautiful on you and wear so WELL! Incredible!!!!

[@jadeellen8563]

I’ve recently tried this and omg!!! It is my absolute fave foundation ever! My skin looks so flawless and it wears beautifully on my oily skin 💗

[@ashleys4652]

"Is this what it feels like to NOT have oily skin?" I WANT this! How freeing it would be to not have to worry about being an oil slick, not have to blot, not have to think "Is my makeup a cakey broken down mess?" Nars needs to sponsor you or make you a brand ambassador because you SOLD me! ❤

[@MegmoeE]

I literally closed this video and bought this foundation! I love your reviews SO much! You’re always spot on 🥰

[@julieh5321]

Hey Nikkia. Awesome review, been waiting for this! How does it compare to the Too Faced Born this way Matte foundation? Also what primer do you wear and recommend for oily skin? Thanks 🙏🏼

[@sinsitysinderella790]

I know she recommends Stay Matte primer by Rimmel, I bought it on her suggestion, and I really like it. I use it on my t-zone and a hydrating one under my eyes and everywhere else (I'm not saying that's necessary, but I'm over 40 and trying to be extra kind to my eye area). You can get get a 2 pack on Amazon for $8.36, or $7.11 with subscribe and save. Hope that helps

[@julieh5321]

@@sinsitysinderella790 thanks I’ll look into it 👍🏻

[@rayla366]

It caked on my oily skin, I found the 2faced born this way matte performed better. It didn't cake or separate. The Nars one isn't as good as double wear in my opinion. I also notice that the oily skin reviews on the Nars website are reporting the same issue about caking and settling into pores when the oils come through

[@lorrainewhitlock5377]

Maybe this is the foundation that you may have to consider for your wedding day.

[@jimenanovoa7551]

My skin is so oily you could drill it for resources so I was waiting for your approval! Thanks for the review Nikkia!

[@Bellas2311]

I’ve been using this since it first came out. No cap best foundation I’ve ever used! 😍

[@pameladoran2394]

Over the Moon Thrilled!!! I have the same skin type as Nikkia (textured and oily). I usually use powder foundations however being a mature lady and having mature skin I find that it always settles in my fine lines and makes me look dull. I've been following Nikkia for years, LOVE the videos and recommendations. I don't usually buy a high-end foundation because I just don't wear it often and of course the price. HOWEVER....I had to try to this foundation because Nikkia had ridiculously perfect skin even after 6 hours. Foundations just don't look that good, that long. AND it made her speechless with the awesome results. Now if a foundation can make Nikkia speechless then by-golly it must be good, like really good! Needless to say I bit the bullet and bought some. I am so over the moon thrilled I did! Just a little goes a long, long way in covering, perfecting, staying put and making your skin look FLAWLESS. Yes dare I say FLAWLESS and OIL FREE. I didn't have to touch up any oils, everything just stayed looking fresh and beautiful all evening. This is my now the ONLY foundation I'll ever use. NARS do not ever discontinue it!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT

[@DanielleNicoleMakeup]

Wow. Finally at the end of the video and that foundation looks amazing! Also what purple liner is that in your water line? Looks beautiful with your eye color. I want!

[@ksuthers]

I've wanted to try this but refused to do so until you did a review, I'm so happy you finally did...ordering now! Thank you, gorgeous!

[@suzyhill802]

I am really, really impressed with this foundation!!!!! It's such a surprise to me as normally I would go for radiant/dewy/luminous foundations due to texture and lines! But this goes on matte (dries down quickly) but as time goes on, does let some oil through but not in a greasy oil slick way! It just makes you look more dewy rather than oily which is actually what I've been trying to achieve but can't with dewy foundations as they melt off my oily areas! This is the only foundation I have never had to powder! It has good staying power and looks the same hours later! I've even had a cat nap and woke up looking the same!!! I've noticed bronzer and blusher look exceptionally good all day long with this foundation... it keeps it looking fresh and doesn't fade at all! I think it helps to blur and it definately covers redness! I only need one thin layer without the need to build it up so it should last longer than average! I love the packaging too. I have an oily t zone with normal skin everywhere else (except mascne 😷😪) . I think this is as holy grail as I'm ever going to get! It also doesn't feel heavy or look powdery like I remember EL Double wear used to look on me... I actually apply this with a dry beauty blender and just stipple it on. I've not tried doing it any other way as that worked immediately! I'm really shocked. I once tried NARS radiant longwear and it was the worst foundation I've ever tried! Within an hour it had separated on my face no matter how I tried it. I shall be sticking to this foundation from now on. No more wasting money on trying to find a decent foundation!

[@jasmineisidro2267]

Omg yay!!! I was looking for this before I bought it but I went through with it since I didn’t think you’d review it so late after it launched but I’m so glad you did!!!

[@jasmineisidro2267]

Aw I understand it’s harder to get in your country but thank you for reviewing it anyway

[@angelbebe5447]

Yessssssssss my new favorite girl !! Thinking about doing a get ready with me video

[@muneeraalmarzooqi4074]

I’ve watched many reviews of this and it sounds like a dream becoming true! The coverage looks higher than the estee lauder and the foundation doesn’t look as heavy 😍 How would you compare the coverage of this foundation to the Huda beauty one? Because I like the coverage of that one but it doesn’t wear so well.

[@kumarikarki4537]

Where did you get this foundation from? I want it and i am in Australia? How do you compare it with Charlotte Tilbury full coverage foundation?

[@normanpierce1823]

Yes please WHERE can we purchase? I’m from NZ and Mecca not selling!! PS thanks for another thorough review Nikkia x

[@mommajay9113]

Just want to say how much I LOVE your pigments. If you're reading this, you have to try Nikkia's pigments!!!

[@jax_08]

I just got her Aurora pigment 😍

[@samanthabolger3146]

So glad you love this foundation! It looks amazing on you! I have dry/combo skin so not sure if it is for me, as a dry skin person. I have discovered bb creams and loving the real skin looks for now. Xx

[@wyattlc]

I am 53, with combo skin. I get oily in the t zone. I purchased this foundation a couple months ago and LOVE it. I will say that you have to work with it in small sections. Do NOT put it all over then blends, put it on in small sections and blend. It stays on under a mask for 7+hours. This and double wear are my holy grails,

[@girlLives___]

Your comment sold me. I have to wear a mask all day at work and oily!

[@ludivinebocquet3287]

I agree with you !

[@aquarianlight1880]

I can't believe you are just now trying this fondation from Nars, which realeased last summer. It is amazing especially for oily combination faces. Its the best for transferproof for masks, some runs off but not much.

[@monicarodriguez1138]

I've been waiting for this video review! I'm been wanting to purchase the product but refused until I saw your review!

[@angiesimpson8536]

I just bought your powder and sponges. Can’t wait to try them. Love your vlogs!!

[@1Skorpia]

Thank you for not using video filters😁 I need to see how it settles over time on the skin and texture/pores . Great video !

[@carlasbeautybubble]

You’re so gorgeous you don’t even need makeup! Great review, I’ll definitely be trying this foundation next!

[@tnysgrl41]

It looks like you just have perfect skin! Could this be the perfect wedding foundation for you?❤️

[@Redandgrean]

after a long, i could catch u early ❤️❤️...a subscriber for a long time...love ur videos. 1 of d best reviewers, but i think most underrated....u should get more followers according to ur talent

[@nicolinaromoda5837]

It looks amazing on your skin!! So smooth! My sign to buy it now. Thank you for the review 😊

[@chilloioi]

I actually use the double wear Estee Lauder for my oily skin but I find it heavy sometimes. Do you think this Nars is better than Estee double wear for oily skin?? thank you! you are my fave!😍🤗💗

[@alicemehtemetian6382]

thank you so much for doing this review! did you happen to wear with a mask for a few hours and was it still on your face?

[@LovelyTasha]

I just picked up some today....can’t wait to review it! Loved this video 💜

[@keishadouglas840]

Beautiful beautiful as always!! I’m totally going to have to try this foundation!! And I love seeing how it reacts with your NJC finishing powder because that is the only powder I use to set my foundation (it is absolutely the best holy grail ever!! Please never stop making it!!). 💜💜 Also, not having to use concealer, additional bonus!!

[@jax_08]

I've been wondering when we would see this one reviewed by you! Yay!!

[@heatherlynn9591]

I love your foundation reviews. I am also oily and textured and watching you never steers me wrong! Dior, eaze drop, pro filter powder... now maybe Nars, lol

[@brianneEVE]

The last Nikkia foundation review made me buy it. Should probably just put this in my cart now.

[@lydz9301]

Wow I’ve been waiting to see if this foundation would work for you and I am totally going to buy it now because I’m Hella oily!!!!!!

[@jadeoehm2876]

Great video and results. I’m excited just watching. Question: is the Dermalogica smoothing cream ok to wear under makeup 💄 please?

[@brittanybednar8504]

Out of all the foundations I’ve tried over the years, this is for sure my favorite!

[@artsybirdy]

Do you think it will work for a more natural/skin-like look if you use less?

[@brittanybednar8504]

@@artsybirdy I’m sure you can sheer it out a little bit if you use one drop for your whole face. I use 2 little drops with a sponge and it’s very full coverage.

[@dainaspencer9018]

Love you reviews! What primer have you been using in your recent foundation reviews? I’m an oily gal and need a good primer! ❤️❤️

[@onestep2dee]

I bought this in November last year. I had a difficult time finding the right shade and had to exchange at Sephora. I still think its a tiny bit too warm but I'll live with it. I do like how matte the formula is. Unfortunately, I picked the wrong time of year to try it as it ended up being to drying for my normally very oily t-zone. I'm excited to try once the weather warms up!

[@meljbellmb]

Looks amazing!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻 Can I ask which matte primer you used with this foundation? 💕

[@Lolli0518]

Yesssss, we have been waiting for this review for sooo long, but totally worth it! I only try new foundations based on your opinion, we have the same skin type. Now I can try it for myself too. 🙂 And, I just opened my second NJC loose powder as well, love it, the best! ❤️

[@carladalcol183]

I bought this due to your recommendation. I really love it too. I also have very, very oily skin.

[@jenlauren143]

Yes I absolutely LOVE This foundation by Nars & the Sheet Glow foundation is stunning! These the are also probably the best foundations I’ve ever tried besides some of the Maybelline ones, and the Hourglass vanish stick. ❤️❤️❤️

[@infullbloommonica]

AMAZING! Is this completely transfer proof? Like does it come off on your hands phone etc?

[@ericam22]

I've had this for a few months, but haven't opened it yet. I'm trying to finish up some of the older foundations I have first before they start going bad. But your video makes me want to break my resolve and open it!! Have you tested to see if it's mask proof yet?

[@Mystiquee1986]

Cant wait to try it. What shade did you get?

[@samanthaebbs2247]

I’m in South Australia Nikkia! How did you buy the foundation? I’ve been wanting to try it so bad and after your review i want to try it even more! Please let us know how you got it!!

[@sailor_mooni]

I will try this foundation immediately 😍 If Nikkia loves it, I will love it too! Until know, every recommendation for very oily skin types worked so well for me ❤️ Nikkia, I would love to see all of your current favorites in one kinda makeup routine video ❤️😘 LY

[@885stargirl]

Looks great for oily skin gals! I will definitely try this when I get through some of my current shiseido foundation

[@lauren4764]

Your skin looks flawless! I need to get this foundation ASAP😍😍

[@Claudia-ov2ln]

Wow! This foundation looked incredible on you!😱. It wore amazingly well. I have more normal skin so I’m hoping it will give me the same results🤞🏼. Loved this review👌🏼

[@annad-k9427]

Usually I see a difference between the application and the first check-in. Not this time! Thanks for the review, I am getting it. I love buying foundation in general so I can't miss out on this one. Hugs from Poland!

[@timothysherreyehler5095]

This sounded like the ultimate for your skin! I have normal, aging skin, so I’m not sure for me! I don’t remember you wearing such a light shade, initially, Nikkia. It does look great once the shade settled on you! I guess it was worth the wait, eh?! Love, and hugs, Nikkia, Sherrey💖🇨🇦💖

[@delilahpearce5992]

Okay since Nikkia approves & loves 💕 I will be purchasing tomrw!!!

[@Sharon.311]

Thanks Nikkia ! Just bought this a couple of weeks ago and loving it ! Love ya 💕

[@lillianrs5832]

You're so giddy! 🤣🤣🤣 Love the review! Will definitely be checking it out!