CoverGirl Clean Sensitive Skin Foundation Review

Just couple of years ago, silently CoverGirl introduced the foundation called Clean. We have different skin types and that does not allow us to use the same kind of makeup formula. CoverGirl did not elude it. They now have something for sensitive skin. Its label is green and does say that its for that type of skin. I never used CoverGirl foundation before. Since my skin is sensitive, I cannot just go for anything I want. If I remember correctly, CoverGirl never had cosmetics for acne prone skin. The green labeled foundation seemed like an answered prayer. I just had to get it, but probably it was just not my day. I should have checked the meaning of clean from dictionary and taken the back label of the bottle more seriously.

According to the label of the foundation, it is designed for lightweight coverage. No need to worry about its low price because it is dermatology tested and best of all, it does not clog pores. Curious me had to kill the patience to try it out on day one. One application done as I looked at myself in the mirror. There seemed nothing on my face. Where did the foundation? Perhaps, more was needed? Second session of the application began. The mirror still told me that my face was fully empty. In fact, it was showing expiration date. This time I decided to no more compromise. A thicker amount was the only answer. But this time again, the mirror showed nothing. The bottle already looked used, making it immune to return and refund. I thought to just keep it and do some more testings. Reluctantly, I wore it to school. It was raining that day. On my way to my car, a few rain drops ended up on my face. Once home, I noticed little glowing spots oozing out all over my skin. Fear not, they were not acne. They were just the places from where the foundation packed its luggage and said goodbye. That time, Clean surely looked like a big question mark to me. What more can I say? In front of advanced formula of Neutrogena acne fighting foundation, it falls flat. I can still brainstorm some benefits associated with it.

• It gives that nothing on look which is perfect for those who want to go natural
• Settles smoothly on the skin
• Does not cause breakouts, but result may vary
• No itchiness
• Very affordable
• Does not make the skin dry
• Lasts on the face if not attacked by sweat and water
• Does not clog pores

All those who want something more should skip it. Perhaps, even under $4 some good foundations are available. These are the problems that you will have with Clean.

• Inability to mask spots 
• It does have fragrance which goes against the fragrance free claim made by CoverGirl
• Takes away the natural glow from the skin for the sake of matte finish
• It is not as light as described by CoverGirl. Perhaps, what they are saying has link mainly to lesser coverage. Foundation weight is definitely felt mostly in the form of stickiness
• It is runny and thus, can cause embarrassment in rain. Most foundations are like that. But the Neutrogena one is quite immune to water

I usually refrain from making comparison. In this review, I am forced to do so because Neutrogena has raised the bar with their foundation. But at the end of the day, I have to admit that CoverGirl does say that Clean is designed to prevent natural look from disappearing, hinting that it will not cover any marks. I have no issue with the fragrance. I still mentioned it above because the claim of CoverGirl is misleading. Matte finish can be forgiven, but the texture of the foundation on the face feels almost like mud.Nothing more to say after this. I would give the foundation 2 out of 5 stars. This is going to be my first and last time with it.