A Good Choice - Cover Girl Clean

And so my quest continues...

When I was looking for a new foundation to replace my favourite but discontinued brand, I decided to give Cover Girl Clean a try.It looked good, as it promised a gentle, non-drying formula that controls oil and shine.I have sensitive skin, and am particularily drawn to products that are gentle. (Check!)I have combination skin that is primarily dry, so I was looking for something that would not dry it out further. (Check!)But I also have those smaller, oily portions to deal with. (Check!)

This was an excellent product for my skin.I did not find it drying in the least, and it does seem to keep those oily regions at bay.I also love that it is very light and natural looking.

I had a little trouble applying it at first, because I kept putting on too much.When that happens, it stays wet and sticky all over. (Ick!)But once I learned to put on just the tiniest amount, I really liked the results.This is also a bonus in the long run, because it makes the make up last a really long time!

But alas, I have a complaint.To me, it's a great product in really poor packaging.It comes in a glass bottle with a screw-on top.Instead of squeezing the bottle to get the make up out, you have to turn it upside-down and pat it hard against your hand to get it to daub out.(Think Heinz ketchup bottle)I am about half-way through the bottle, and already it is a pain.I can't imagine how hard it will be to get out when there's just a little bit left!Also, there will most likely be some stuck on the bottom and sides of the bottle that I will never be able to get to.And most annoying of all, it is hard to control how much you get.Like I said, only a tiny bit is needed for full coverage, so very often much more comes out of the bottle than I need.That leaves me trying to get the leftovers back in, and usually washing a fair bit of it down the drain.It seems a shame to do that to an otherwise terrific product!