Choosing the best Dior face cushions
The first cushions appeared in the line of Korean cosmetics. Due to their convenience, such products quickly became popular, and therefore European cosmetic brands also started producing cushions. The world famous company Dior is no exception.
Peculiarities
Cushion is a cosmetic product, which is a sponge with a masking and tinting composition applied to it.
Dior positions its cushions primarily as skin care products, not as decorative cosmetics. On the official website of the brand, this product is called rejuvenating and toning, allowing you to solve the problems of wrinkles, loss of skin tone, enlarged pores. As an additional feature of the cushion - a toning effect. At the same time, users note that the product merges with the skin as much as possible, has a light texture, which provides a natural effect.
It should be understood that the cushion will not hide serious irritations and redness. However, it will provide radiance to the skin and create a “naked” effect, that is, it will seem that there is no makeup on the face, but at the same time you have healthy, radiant skin.
The manufacturer also says about the patented sponge. This is a voluminous three-layer polyurethane sponge with antibacterial impregnation.Its 80,000 pores in a single press allow you to draw exactly the amount of tinting agent required for application to the skin. It is convenient and economical. The application density can be easily adjusted by pressing the sponge.
Innovative is in this product and anti-shine complex. It involves maximum control of the appearance of oily sheen due to the ability of the composition to absorb sebum at the deep levels of the skin. This allows you to get a matte skin even on the T-zone and keep the result throughout the day.
The result of using the cushion will be smooth skin, reduction of visible wrinkles, elimination of redness, inflammation, enlarged pores, as well as alignment of skin color and texture. The manufacturer also talks about the cumulative effect with regular use of the product.
It is worth noting that Dior cushions have sun protection properties, and this is a high (up to SPF 50) degree of protection.
Many users are captivated by the fact that the manufacturer puts a second cushion block into the product packaging. It is convenient and economical - you do not need to buy a new tool, you just need to change the unit.
Appeared relatively recently, The cushion blends harmoniously with other products of the brand. For example, if it is supposed to be used on aging skin, then Capture Totale Dream Skin serum is applied under the cushion. It will smooth fine wrinkles, improve skin tone. A cushion on top of it will provide a healthy color and hide minor imperfections.
Review of face cushions
Cushion has become one of the most discussed new products in the world of beauty. Dior Capture Totale Dreamskin Perfect Skin Cushion SPF 50 PA+++, available in 3 shades.
These are shades 010, 020 and 030 (indicated from lighter, pinkish to darker, denser). The products differ only in shade, each of them has SPF 50, suitable for all skin types. Shade 010 seems more pink, lighter. The remaining 2 are rather close to bronze, 030 is intended for swarthy skin, it can give the effect of a light tan.
The product is packaged in a box resembling a powder box. At the same time, it has a light shade and is decorated with a silvery “belt” and inscriptions in the same color. Largely due to the design of the product, it is associated with a luxury care product, and not with decorative cosmetics. The package also includes a refill of tint.
Users note the good durability of the cushion. Even on oily skin, it lasts up to 6-8 hours, without imprinting, without rolling, and continuing to tone the skin, hide oily sheen and enlarged pores.
Should not be expected from Dior Capture SPF50 Totale Dreamskin Perfect Skin Cushion a good camouflage effect, for example, noticeable redness, it will not remove or transform problem skin. For such cases, it is better to opt for Diorskin Forever foundation. However, the skin without any problems will make it visually healthier, radiant, young.
It is also worth highlighting the moisturizing cushion Diorsnow Bloom Perfect. The product has a high degree of UV protection - SPF50, and many caring components in the composition. The manufacturer recommends using it for light daytime nude makeup. The product is suitable for normal skin, on oily skin the effect will last a shorter amount of time.
On dry skin, this cushion can also be applied, but it is better to first use a moisturizer or serum, and on top of them - a cushion.
Like all the brand's cushions, Diorsnow Bloom Perfect has a light, veil-like texture. When applied densely, it seems to adapt to the skin, gives “shrinkage” and better hiding power. On the face it turns out to be weightless, it keeps well all day, without causing peeling and without leaving stains on clothes.
The cushion is applied with a sponge, it should move from the central part of the face (nose, middle of the forehead, chin) to the peripheral areas along the massage lines. The first few minutes after application, the skin, according to reviews, seems excessively moist and shiny. However, after 2-3 minutes, the product is absorbed, and a matte radiance remains on the skin. If desired, you can apply a layer of powder over the cushion.
Criterias of choice
When buying, it is important not to focus on the brand or reviews of beauty bloggers, but to test the cushion on your own skin. The tool should not be too wet, however, as well as excessively dense.
Pay attention to your skin type and tone. Too dark a cushion will give the effect of a mask, and a light tone will not be able to mask skin imperfections. In addition to the shade, pay attention to the conformity of the skin type to the selected cushion. For dry skin, a moisturizer is suitable, for oily skin, a mattifying cushion.
If the product is positioned as a caring agent, then it should contain as few artificial additives as possible (although they will still be present), while caring components, minerals, and vitamins should be contained. If the composition contains oils, then such a tool is great for winter. For the warm season, it is better to choose lighter water-based analogues.
For the summer, and also if you live in the south, choose a cushion with SPF 35-50 protection, SPF 25 is enough for winter. The complete set of the product should include, in addition to the cushion itself, a sponge and a mirror. If the sponge is missing, it will have to be purchased separately, which means that it must be stored somewhere (which is inconvenient).
Pay attention to the expiration date, as well as the period during which the product should be used after opening. And if everything is clear with the first recommendation, then as for the period of use of the cushion after opening, the image on the label of the cream cap will help here. Next to it there will be a number (3M, 6M), which means how many months after opening the package the cushion can be used. It makes no sense to use it longer than the specified period, since the active agent will at best lose its properties, at worst it will provoke allergic reactions.
A change in the consistency of the product, the appearance of foreign odors, delamination - all this indicates that the cushion has expired after opening or the product is stored in inappropriate conditions. In any case, it is better to refuse its further use.
See the following video for an overview of the Dior face cushion.