The Maybelline Superstay Lumi Matte Foundation in shade 132 is designed for individuals seeking a balanced complexion that effectively controls shine while maintaining a natural, luminous glow throughout the day. It offers long-lasting wear and a flawless finish, though finding your precise shade match is crucial to unlocking its full potential.
Radiant Yet Matte Finish: This foundation uniquely combines a shine-controlling matte effect with a subtle, healthy luminosity, ensuring your skin looks fresh and never flat.
All-Day Wear: Engineered for long-lasting performance, it helps your makeup stay intact and vibrant from morning to evening, resisting fading and creasing.
Shine Control: Formulated to manage excess oil, it actively works to minimize unwanted shine, especially in areas prone to oiliness like the T-zone.
Luminous Look: Beyond just controlling shine, it imbues the skin with a soft, natural radiance, preventing a dull appearance.
Liquid Formula: Its smooth, liquid consistency allows for easy application and seamless blending, ensuring an even and natural-looking coverage.
Standard 30 ml Volume: Packaged in a convenient 30 ml bottle, it's suitable for regular use and travel-friendly, offering ample product.
Delivers a unique balance of matte shine control and a healthy, luminous glow.
Formulated for impressive all-day wear, reducing the need for touch-ups.
Effectively controls shine, particularly beneficial for oily and combination skin types.
Provides a smooth, even, and flawless complexion.
Standard 30 ml size is practical for daily use and portability.
Shade matching can be challenging without testing, as tones can vary.
May require proper skin preparation to achieve the optimal 'lumi-matte' effect.
Info needed: May not be ideal for extremely dry skin without adequate moisturizing primer.
Coverage level (light, medium, full) not specified in description, may vary by application.
Info needed: Specific ingredients or potential allergens are not listed.
Delivers a unique balance of matte shine control and a healthy, luminous glow.
Formulated for impressive all-day wear, reducing the need for touch-ups.
Effectively controls shine, particularly beneficial for oily and combination skin types.
Provides a smooth, even, and flawless complexion.
Standard 30 ml size is practical for daily use and portability.
Shade matching can be challenging without testing, as tones can vary.
May require proper skin preparation to achieve the optimal 'lumi-matte' effect.
Info needed: May not be ideal for extremely dry skin without adequate moisturizing primer.
Coverage level (light, medium, full) not specified in description, may vary by application.
Info needed: Specific ingredients or potential allergens are not listed.
The Maybelline Superstay Lumi Matte Foundation is crafted to provide a 'lumi-matte' finish, meaning it minimizes shine while still allowing your skin to look radiant, not flat. This balance is particularly beneficial for those with oily or combination skin who desire a fresh, long-wearing look without sacrificing a healthy glow.
Prepare Your Skin: Start with clean, moisturized skin. For extended wear and a smoother canvas, consider using a primer suitable for your skin type. If you have oily areas, a mattifying primer in those zones can enhance shine control.
Dispense & Dot: Shake the bottle well. Dispense a small amount of foundation onto the back of your hand, a makeup palette, or directly onto a brush/sponge. Dot small amounts across your face: forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin.
Blend Thoroughly: Using a damp beauty sponge, foundation brush, or even clean fingertips, blend the foundation outwards from the center of your face. Pay attention to blending into your hairline and jawline to avoid harsh lines. For the 'lumi-matte' effect, use light, even strokes.
Build Coverage (If Needed): This foundation offers buildable coverage. For areas requiring more coverage, apply a very thin second layer, blending meticulously. Avoid applying too much product at once, as this can lead to a cakey finish.
Set (Optional): While designed for long wear, a light dusting of translucent setting powder, especially in your T-zone, can further extend wear time and enhance shine control, particularly on very active or humid days.
Real-world Application: This foundation is excellent for daily wear, work, or events where you need your makeup to last. Its ability to control shine while maintaining luminosity makes it suitable for photography, preventing flashback from a flat matte look while minimizing oil reflection.
Ensure your skin is prepped. For optimal results, start with a clean face. If you have a skincare routine, complete it (cleanser, toner, serum, moisturizer) before applying foundation. Allow each product to absorb fully before moving to the next step.
Primers: This foundation works well with various primers. A hydrating primer can enhance the luminous aspect for normal to dry skin, while a mattifying primer will boost shine control for oily or combination skin.
Concealers: Compatible with most liquid and cream concealers. Apply concealer after foundation for best results, or before if you prefer a 'reverse foundation' technique.
Setting Sprays: A setting spray can be used after application to lock in your look and provide an extra boost of hydration or mattifying power, depending on the spray's formulation.
Storage: Store the Maybelline Superstay Lumi Matte Foundation in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Ensure the cap is tightly closed after each use to prevent drying out and contamination.
Shelf Life: Most liquid foundations have a shelf life of 12-18 months after opening. Look for a small open-jar symbol on the product packaging with a number followed by 'M' (e.g., '12M') indicating its period-after-opening (PAO).
Hygiene: To maintain product integrity and prevent bacterial growth, avoid touching the applicator directly with your fingers. Use a clean brush, sponge, or sanitized palette to dispense the product.