Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation Cushion Compact Review

 

I have own a number of Tom Ford products for a few good reasons. 

They look great on my vanity table and they make my heart flutter every time I pick one up!  But when is a luxury makeup worth it?  Easy - when it does the job and beyond!

I recently tried Tom Ford’s Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation Cushion Compact.  I have their Satin Matte Cushion Compact which works really well as I am almost at the verge of squeezing the cushion foam as I flip the foam back and forth so many times.  Who would’ve thought I would find another favorite from the brand?

Tom Ford says —

Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Cushion Compact merges three-dimensional radiance with nourishing, protecting skincare. Perfect for travel and touch up use, the medium to full coverage foundation features a blend of advanced elastomers and light-diffusing powders to create the perfect smooth surface to reflect soft light. The luxuriously breathable formula infused with Hyaluronic Acid and Noni fruit extract nourishes skin for a plump, dewy look and calm feel. SPF 45 helps to protect from the harmful effects of the sun. The complexion-perfecting formula that delivers three-dimensional radiance for naturally flawless skin.

“In order to highlight your individual beauty, the architecture of your face should be emphasized. We all instinctively respond to light and symmetry – these can be used to enhance your natural features and bring out your unique beauty.” – TOM FORD

I have zero expectation when I first held this product.  YES, it made my heart flutter like most beautifully packaged makeup, but I would think of this as a “twin” or sister to the Satin Matte.  The Satin Matte Cushion is already good enough, how can they outdo themselves?

FORTUNATELY, they did!  And it wasn’t more on the “outdo” part, more of giving options to Tom Ford lovers out there.  This product may be my cup of tea and may not be yours, but at least we have OPTIONS.  

Swatch: 2.0 Buff

I was a 4.0 Fawn on Satin Matte so this is a tad bit lighter on me but nothing a few adjustments can’t do especially since I am a makeup artist.  Let me talk about the finish of this foundation.

When Tom Ford says this has Medium to Full Coverage, they mean it!  They mean it that I don’t need to use any concealer and a little goes a long way!  The magical part is that it gives a nice glow I can’t even explain!  (Please watch my first try video to see.)

As much as I would like to look like a K-Drama actress with that luminous and fresh-looking skin, I still prefer to set with a translucent powder because...just because I live in the Philippines.

Thankfully, the luminous finish is still there, not like the one without setting powder but good enough to say, I look instantly fresh.

Check out my full makeup photo wearing Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Soft Radiance Foundation below.

How do you like the finish?

Tom Ford is available at Rustans.

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