So, what exactly is it? When should you apply it? Does it deliver on the product's claims? I was on a mission to find out.
Products like this instantly entice me, as I love anything that combines makeup and skincare. It's part of the Revitalift lineup, which includes the original Miracle Blur formula, Moisture Blur, a skin-smoothing moisturiser, and as of spring 2014, the Miracle Blur Instant Eye Smoother.
We'd all love to find the perfect product that blurs our flaws, so could this be it? While all of the Miracle Blur products seemed interesting, I was drawn to this one because of the claims. Not only is the formula oil-free (a must for combo skin girls like me!), it's meant to blur the appearance of wrinkles, pores and fine lines while evening skin tone, instantly smoothing, and creating a more youthful look. I'm not terribly concerned about its age-defying abilities, as I haven't developed any noticeable wrinkles yet. But I do have fine lines under my eyes, a less than even skintone, large pores, and skin that has a tendency to be rough. Basically, this is promising to tackle all of my beauty woes in one product!
L'Oreal Revitalift Oil Free Miracle Blur Skin Smoother (packaging)
L'Oreal recommends applying this after you've moisturised, and to wear it alone or under foundation (as a primer). That's a difference between this oil-free version and the original Miracle Blur formula, which was also marketed as a finishing cream that you could apply after makeup. However, I'm perfectly happy using this before foundation or on its own.
This combines the makeup aspect of primer with the skincare benefits of active ingredients. Oil-Free Miracle Blur contains Revitalift's Pro-Retinal A formula to help treat and minimize the appearance of fine lines and pores over time. I love the idea of something treating my problem immediately, while helping to lessen it in the future as well.
L'Oreal Revitalift Oil Free Miracle Blur Skin Smoother
After trying this out by itself and underneath foundation, I have some amazing news: it really works. The hype surrounding this product is completely justified. L'Oreal's Oil Free Miracle Blur really does deliver on its hefty claims!
The texture is quite thick and it has a silicone-y feel and gel consistency, similar to Benefit's Porefessional or a Smashbox primer. The product dispenses by squeezing the bottle, which makes application sanitary and safe. Its completely clear in colour, and disappears into your skin upon smoothing it in. Despite the thick, heavy consistency, it applies with no problems and is instantly absorbed, giving a smooth, fresh finish. My face felt baby-soft after applying this; I really can't think of any other product that smooths skin as well. Being oil-free, this product will mattify and leave behind no traces of shine. That said, I didn't think it was drying at all.
L'Oreal Revitalift Oil Free Miracle Blur Skin Smoother (swatched)
As soon as I applied this to my skin, I noticed a difference. Starting from the obvious, instant smoothing effect that takes care of any unevenness or rough patches, this thing just kept on going. It blurred my large pores in my t-zone so that they were nearly invisible, a feat many pore-minimizing primers have yet to accomplish. My skintone looked more even and refined - redness and small blemishes were less noticeable. And the fine lines under my eyes seemed to have faded.
When worn as a primer under foundation, L'Oreal's Oil Free Miracle Blur performs extremely well. The smooth surface that it creates provides a great base for foundation, concealer, and powder. If you ever forget to exfoliate, simply apply a bit of this and it should take care of any roughness. My undereye concealer applied noticeably better - it didn't settle into fine lines, and seemed to effortless blend into my skin. And my pores stayed hidden underneath the Miracle Blur, even after foundation had been applied on top. Overall, my face looked almost airbrushed. Lines and pores were minimized, and my skin was perfectly even.
L'Oreal Revitalift Oil Free Miracle Blur Skin Smoother is available at most drugstores for $25 US/$30 CA. You get 1.18 ounces, more than the usual bottle of primer or skincare product. This reminds me of many high end primers that I've tried, especially the Smashbox ones - but I like this even more. I feel that nearly everyone can get use out of it, whether you apply it all over or just to a specific area, like underneath the eyes or throughout the t-zone. I'm so impressed with Oil-Free Miracle Blur, especially the product's smoothing and resurfacing abilities. As its not drying, I'd even recommend this (over a moisturiser) to those with dry or ageing skin.
This is sure to be a staple in my makeup kit in the months to come, as its a lovely multi-tasker that really is a one-step beauty fix. Have you tried any Revitalift products? Let me know what you think!
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