NO7 RESTORE & RENEW SERUM FOUNDATION | Dry Skin Review & Wear Test

Today I’m trying out the No7 Restore & Renew Serum Foundation in Cool Vanilla. See how it applies and wears on dry, maturing skin over 40. All products linked below! #makeupover40 #foundationfest
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ABOUT ME:
My name is Shelly and I’m a 47-year-old web geek that jumped off the deep end into the makeup and beauty world. I’ve got normal to dry skin, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation caused by sun damage. Cameo appearances by my rescue cats Daffy, Polly, Ziva, and Merlin (RIP 2002-2020).
I purchase most products shown on my channel myself. Occasionally I receive PR. PR products were sent to me free of charge with no obligations to review them, unless otherwise noted. All opinions are honest and my own. Some links are affiliate links and may earn me commission at no cost to you. I appreciate your support of my channel! FTC: This video is not sponsored.

[@oceanbird.]

"the glitter got everywhere...I regret nothing" I say this at least once a week 😂😂😂

[@reneklein6049]

The foundation looks great. No oxidation, no fading, pretty perfect. Great red lips. I bought Rachel the matte lipstick. She really likes it. Great job, Shelly. ❤❤ Have a fun weekend.

[@TashaStJames]

Girl I love this look on you. You're beautiful to begin with but no joke this foundation and the red lip with your hair color makes you look 10-20 years younger. Love it! Thanks so much for sharing I've been wondering about this foundation. It look great on you💖😁🙌🏼

[@norabolles713]

Totally agree 👍

[@marialopresto2976]

I agree that you are looking great these days

[@rpmiller9171]

Love your honest reviews. So many companies say their foundation is hydrating, radiant, etc. But most of the time they are not, especially for people with dry to very dry skin like myself. Thank you for being completely honest with your reviews. So appreciated.

[@AnnieBoBannie421]

The red lipstick looks so awesome on you!! The daylight check in with the perfect amount of dewiness and the sunlight.....your skin is absolutely AMAZING ❤❤

[@farahpathan2249]

Love the red lipstick! 💕

[@rebeccadietrich8925]

I picked this up a week ago and love it! I had been using the Lift & Luminate foundation but my shade, Cool Beige, appears to be discontinued so I was thrilled to find that shade in this new formula. I also give it an A!

[@kirstenglae]

Seriously, this is my new holy grail foundation!!! I love it so much on my skin, it’s absolutely stunning. Btw, it looks gorgeous on you too, from my view.

[@themerz6982]

Nice! Thanks for the review.

[@kathrynspencer1520]

A Ziva the Diva cameo in close up!😍 Love the look of that, not remotely flat but not so radiant it could end up looking sweaty, really flattering and wore brilliantly! That liquid lip is a perfect red for you too - winning!

[@simplyme922]

Wow. Nice. Can't wait to try this 😍

[@Prince-akpan]

I Like Your Thumbnail Background!❤

[@JPMJPM]

Looks lovely!

[@galemiller5410]

I was waiting for this review after your haul and so pleased it wore well! Looks great as does that red lip.

[@belindafischer2920]

Yay you found it! I have the same shade 😊 I ❤️ Boots 7!

[@patmartin3233]

I’ve been wondering about this foundation. Good review!! Love the red lippie!!

[@janetdriver8629]

Looks beautiful

[@mariakondje7018]

Just bought this and so pleased to read your review.

[@TheSillykelly]

Beautiful look👍

[@carolwong9279]

Thanks for the review. I have very dry skin so I’m eager to try this.

[@mariestopa]

Love it

[@Seoulsearch616]

I look forward to your videos every week and even have them binge playing in the background when I'm doing chores. I just love your style, personality, and honesty in your reviews! Hope you're doing well and keep up the great work Shelly! 🌹🥰❤️

[@macaronipicture]

This red lip is STUNNING!

[@l.j.seibert4401]

Thank you for the review! It looks beautiful and I love the red lip 💄

[@foundationlady]

Girl your eyes just POP with that red hair! Gorgeous!

[@mistytells]

I think I'm gonna try this.

[@JulesOfWisdom]

This looks great 👍

[@MrsEsStories]

I've worn nothing else since I got this. It's amazing!

[@darcey3696]

Hi Shelly! you look great I liked this one on you 🥰

[@andraroberts9029]

I've been hoping you would review this foundation. I've been wanting to try this one, and think I'll go ahead and pull the trigger.

[@amandajordan6813]

This makeup look looks fabulous on you. Love the eyes. Im gonna have to get the rock candy palette. Foundation looks really, really good. Love your chanel.

[@jennifercaporale1978]

I LOVE No 7 foundations!!!! Not sure about face lifting and such but love them! Thanks for the review!

[@HisPeaceIsNeeded]

This foundation looks absolutely beautiful on your skin. I am really impressed with how well this wore throughout the day. Tfs😊💜

[@ItsJustLisa]

I knew you were going A when you said it looked like it did when you applied it. This one’s going on the list!

[@bluecurlygirl]

Great review. It really lasted well. Here I go again looking for a shade that fits...

[@loriengelmann9240]

It looks very good! I think good shade for summer. I just tried the Wet n Wild Tinted Hydrator. Holy Guacamole, Batman!!! Love it! Thanks for that recommendation.

[@jenniferboblitt-johnson6435]

Look at that sweater!

[@TheLisalady161]

I LOVE the No 7 foundations. At 61, I have heavy texture and sun spots, and this gives me good coverage without caking or settling into my not-so-fine lines. Unfortunately, I have to order online now as my local Target has stopped carrying No 7 makeup products. Love your channel, Shelly! You are a breath of fresh air.

[@tracywilde5263]

I love No 7 base products, my skin really enjoys and interacts well with their products. This looks like something I'm going to try xx

[@jenniferlewisharris7761]

I'm excited because I am heading to Target tomorrow! YAY! The only foundation I like is the Lancome Lift Renergy Makeup. This looks like it was a similar look! So I will definitely give it a try!!

[@chicachatzis]

The catttt 🐈‍⬛. 💙. super cute

[@pnevlud]

Wow it held up under your eyes and you didn’t need to set it. I’m gonna order now. Thank you so much

[@melindatorok6060]

Hi Shelly! I hope you are well. Can you please do a favourite concealer video. Thanks

[@norunnladstein4219]

Your hair, your makeup and your sweather is a perfect match! 🤩 The lipstick looks fab on you! 😍 Haven’t tried this foundation (and will probably not b.c. No.7’s spf is always migrating into my sensitive eyes and stings 😬). Thanks for sharing!

[@liss441]

Wish we got no 7 makeup here in Australia - we just got the skin care ! Love your red lippie

[@rachelharville9817]

I love it when you read the descriptions like that haha :) I still maintain that if foundations would sell samples it would work better for everyone. I know when I find products I like that actually work for me I buy buckets of it and am very loyal until they discontinue.

[@bryndabaker6782]

So very glad to see you review this product; I've been eyeing it for quite some time and it looks like a winner! Even better, it's Ziva-approved! And 100% in agreement w/previous poster, your skin looks amazing, ma'am.

[@charityoverman]

I really need to get on the No. 7 train! This look is so pretty 😍

[@stephaniepreston-mullins3262]

Omgawd, me too. I need the No. 7 powder and this foundation!! 💯 so Stephanie in Kentucky 😍😘😻

[@theeluannesantos]

I have to try this! Do I need another foundation? No, absolutely not. But I’m still going to get it. Foundation and eyeshadow palettes are my weaknesses. I can’t get enough! Oh, who am kidding? I can’t get enough of all the makeup! I love looking at it and playing with it all. Fantastic video! I turned the bell to all notifications. See you soon

[@neneg.4264]

Hi Shelly! your skin looks great! 👍... I wanted to try this one out when it first came out, I found it at Target but the shade I wanted was sold out so I went with the next shade down, it was straight up pink! nope 😬 I exchanged it for the Lift & Luminate that I haven't even tried yet btw 😆

[@gategirl66]

I picked this up on a whim a couple months ago and I've been LOVING it. I'm not a dewy kind of gal and wear Dior Backstage when it's in stock 🙄 My dry skin loves the No7, and the finish and wear-time are fantastic. I was so surprised !!! 🥰

[@aliciapaul132]

Hello! Would you say this foundation clings to any dryness?

[@gategirl66]

@@aliciapaul132 Hello 👋 I have pretty dry, rosacea-prone skin and also use Tretinoin. I use a lot of skincare twice a day, though, and it hasn't clung to any dry spots! For primers, I either use elf power grip, NYX plump right back, or Tula filter primer. I love them all, but the NYX is a little too dewy unless it's the middle of winter here in the swamp (Houston). 😆 The elf is great for wearing a mask 8 hours, and the Tula is moisturizing and good for large pores and smoothing wrinkles a bit. I think primers can often help foundations if you find the right one for you! Good luck!

[@TalliesbyDee]

I usually have good luck with No7 foundations and their light cool tone shades are excellent for me. I'm on a No Buy for foundation until I've finished two of my current bottles, but it looks like I'll be giving this No7 foundation a try in a couple of months.

[@luvweb20]

I had been using NO 7 lift and luminate for quite a few years now and loved it. But it was getting hard to find maybe past year, the shade that I preferred, that is. Some you tubers were raving about L’Oréal’s infallible pro glow… cuz I’m all about drug store prices for foundation! It didn’t work for my 60 year old skin compared to the No 7. Short story long 🤷‍♀️.. I just bought the restore and renew 5 days ago!! I love it!! I was skeptical at first cuz it is light to medium coverage but it works! And I’m old school in that applying with my hands like a moisturizer, works better for my skin and I’ve tried brushes and blenders, btw. I’m sooo glad that you reviewed this and had wonderful results as well!!! I too use this as a concealer and on my eyelids and my eye makeup and eye pencil liner stays put! I’m talking at least for 10 hrs… I’m a bartender at a very busy restaurant and it lasts! Even my eyeliner/ pencil doesn’t shift if you will, into my outer corners. I’m loving this so far

[@reikiwithcary2682]

YAY! Another A!

[@kankan572]

You have encouraged me to also go back to wearing just foundation under my eyes (the clarins helps too lol) but idk why I quit doing that I just recently started thinking I needed to wear concealer. I also feel like I don’t rub n pounce on my under eyes as bad when I don’t wear concealer!!! Foundations way easier to blend! I use just a tiny bit of my becca smash box eye brightener n I like it so much better!

[@katrinaball178]

I tried the No7 foundation about 3 months ago and fell in love with it! I am 51 years old with mature skin. It doesn't oxidize on my nose like most foundations do. I tried No7 concealer and fell in love with it too!

[@lureal-]

I love seeing your reviews cuz you are always very honest and have great energy. This’s so satisfying!😊👏🏻

[@ambergerhelper7852]

Added bonus- intelligence. Also, KITTIES. 🐱

[@lureal-]

@@ambergerhelper7852 Yep!😊

[@JacquelynSteen]

By the way I’m loving your hockey jersey!!! 🥰🥰🥰 great team too 😀

[@goow]

👏👏👏

[@rosafranco5161]

Hi!! Shelly, you look so beautiful ❤️❤️😘

[@caroline-s]

I've been skipping concealer as well. My dry under eyes are happier for it! This one looked great on you 😍 but might be too mat for me but at that low price I'll probably try it. 🤪

[@mariachristopherson460]

You look beautiful!

[@CampMom2012]

Great job! If the Cool Vanilla is too dark, maybe try Calico or Porcelain? I'd love to see a shade comparison!!

[@kristenlandon796]

Yayyy! Another foundation success in the books! 💃🏻❤️ Have you tried Sheglam? I feel like I remember you trying their Birthday skin primer but I could be wrong lol. They got a great liquid bronzer and blush that people seem to love and they are very affordable; and their foundation is bomb too, apparently. 🤔 I hear “Go for their base products but avoid eyeshadow.” Honestly their red lip gloss caught my eye and I’m tempted, but I’d love to hear your thoughts if you are interested in trying the brand out. ❤️🌺

[@jannettre73]

I use the No.7 products they are my favorite ones, but I have never used the serum foundation. In fact, I have never used foundation creams and now at 49 (with dry skin), I have considered starting to use them. Thanks to your video I'm going to give it a try.

[@EmilyEmilyEmily01]

I contemplated this one and will try it! Loved the red lip too. Would you be interested in doing a sunscreen run down? I cannot find one that doesn't break me out or that works under my makeup

[@saraht1976]

“I regret nothing” 😂 Thanks for doing this.

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Shelley this one looks good on you. No 7 does not have a shade that's anywhere near a match for me unfortunately, so I never buy their foundations/concealers. On a shopping trip in Edinburgh last week I finally found an exact shade match. At 50 and having worn makeup since I was a teen - that's the first time ever and I'm so excited about it lol. The newly reformulated Dior forever glow in shade 00N (a new shade). The matching concealer in shade 00N is also a perfect match and that's unheard of. My previous closest match was lancome teint idole in 008/091, but the Dior is an exact match and I don't think I can convey how unusual that is. Brands like Fenty, Huda and Nars who all have extensive shades - nope none of them have an exact match for me. In fact 99% of brands don't make a shade anywhere close to my skintone tbh - it's been a challenge for a very long time. The foundation itself is a pretty foundation, but on my very dry skin needs a silicone or really hydrating primer to look it's best. It is however really long wear and covers my rosacea all day, doesn't irritate my skin and survives mask wearing (Scotland still has masks everywhere). I got a couple of samples, but it's an immediate buy on payday lol. You might want to try the reformulation of the skin glow or the matte formulation yourself - apparently it is different to the previous incarnation. Best wishes.

[@bingo7829]

I have the no 7 pigment drops in the shade porcelain and it’s a decent match. You and I wear pretty much wear the same shades in most foundations. I just don’t get as tan in the summer. Maybe try that if you haven’t yet

[@binderkim]

I bought this and it had the opposite effect on my skin. 😪 I am 47 as well, but i have a lot more fine lines than you that it settled in. I will try it again with a different primer and see how it works. Thank you for all the foundations you try for us!!

[@spiffy8658]

I just got this foundation and it works well for my dry skin and feels comfortable. I always check if you've reviewed a foundation before I buy it. 😃 Also, your eye makeup in this video is so beautiful!

[@lorraineelliott1546]

Hi Shelly. Thanks so much for this. I’m going to try it. What do you think your winter shade would be. From the swatches cool vanilla seems a bit dark for me even in the summer. Thanks so much , and love from England. Xxx

[@bxgal347]

I have this foundation just need to wear it for a full day of doing nothing lol love your reviews, she is gorgeous!!! Awww so sweet smelling you or was it a kiss?? Tfs

[@nancyhowell7735]

I’ve been using No7 serum foundation about a year and keep coming back to it. I think I’m going to start using only a color corrector under the foundation and skip the concealer. My 75 year old skin needs less layers, not more. I will be trying this new formula The red lip looks good on you!

[@liss441]

That foundation does look lovely on you

[@GreenDani18]

Looks great on you Shelly. It's true that Boots No7 have stayed consistent with the naming of their shades. However, the shades out of the bottle do not always correspond with what is expected. As a long time wearer of No7 Stay Perfect in warm ivory, I can state that warm ivory in this one is way off and now I can't be bothered with No7 foundations which is a bummer as I usually like the formula. Good Luck to anyone with my shade finding a good match. Btw, on the Boots website it states that it has SPF 30?

[@jmarie1959]

Yeah... I just went to Target and bought this in Cool Porcelain... 😳 🙃 😉

[@user-km1ei2njmkj]

New subscriber 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@goow]

Welcome!!!

[@rebeccac.1758]

That lipstick makes your teeth look great! Awesome color on you!

[@eileen7174]

Porcelain is the lightest shade its perfect and I am fair neutral

[@katrinaball178]

Would love to see how and if you ever do any contouring on your face

[@goow]

I cheat with bronzer in the contour areas of my cheeks just below my cheekbones. I rarely do actual contouring.

[@lindajohnson.]

Looks really pretty on you and held up well……

[@helpfulnatural]

Doesn't No 7 have a lighter shade called Calico? I remember that being really popular for fairer skin tones. Although the Cool Vanilla looks pretty good on you Shelly. I think their foundations are some of the most comfortable to wear.

[@catstone6237]

I know, this looks Great, not even any fragrance; and, it's comforting to know you will Always make me laugh! :-)

[@robertocirillo7647]

Hello, I love your foundation reviews but what about your fave concealer? Get us updated ☺️

[@goow]

I need to do an update on concealers for sure! I'll do a new roundup soon!

[@jonibowen7367]

hi! did you use any color on your brows? the makeup looks pretty!

[@goow]

Thanks! No color on my brows - just the clear Elf Brow Lift.

[@jules4221]

Zeva up close giving kisses...❤🐱

[@kristenlandon796]

Ziva’s kisses. 🥺❤️

[@mztango]

Hi Shelly, which do you like better, LYS serum foundation or No.7? I'm on the fence & value your opinion. Thanks.

[@goow]

I would probably go LYS mainly because No7 shades are always a little off on me - but as for the rest of the features they're quite similar so I don't think you can go wrong.

[@embeth446]

Do you have the Dior forever matte? I’m curious how that one does on dry skin.

[@goow]

I do and I love it! It's a rare matte that I can wear.

[@belindafischer2920]

Oh, did you know they do have a Porcelain shade? I saw it.

[@bluecurlygirl]

@8:30 Spot the camera shy squirrel.

[@maireadweaver8952]

You looked amazing!! BTW you do not have a single wrinkle on that beautiful 47yr old face!!! Loved the lip colour as well. Thanks for the review.

[@midtownbrownstyle321]

I want to try this, but there is no fair/light shade that is warm enough. Bummer.

[@ChrissieSM]

I do trust your judgement, Shelly. The foundations you rate highly look beautiful on you. However, the light coverage ones don't work as well on me who has ( light ) wrinkles, brown age spots. For instance, the Chanel no.1 does nothing for me, it does not even my skin tone, which is what all foundations should do. The only foundations which look decent on me is the Dior Natural Nude, Chanel les Beiges and Chanel Ultra le Teint. The latter however needs a good moisturiser if you have dry skin, but looks great if your skin is well prepped. You are lucky your skin is great!

[@luvweb20]

Maybe the Lift and Luminate No7 would work for you. It’s a medium coverage and I used it for a few years and loved it. And I’m 60 and have similar skin concerns, however my preferred shade was disconnected in that line, tho they have many shades ❤️, but I found my shade in the restore and renew and love it. Lift and Luminate collection perhaps could work for you.

[@aviianna]

I’m very interested but I don’t like using retinol in the daytime 😟

[@goow]

Very valid reason not to use it! I am sunscreen-obsessed so I don't worry about it but I also rotate through a lot of foundations so I'm not wearing retinol during the day often.

[@vickki4123]

How is the color compared to Estee Lauder 1c1 cool bone do you think it’s a dupe?

[@goow]

If you look at the 1:12 mark of the video I show the two side by side. The No7 is a couple shades darker than ELDW 1C1.

[@vickiecole22]

What color do you think is your winter shade?

[@goow]

I'd probably try Calico.

[@vickiecole22]

@@goow thanks!!

[@vickiem.6096]

🤗💚

[@ambergerhelper7852]

All the shades (online) look gray to me. 😬

[@M_ann_M]

There are two other lighter shades. Porcelain and Calico. Boots foundations tend to run darker than most.

[@moonmother.]

💜🌿💚🌸🌺