Full Review: Ellis Faas Foundation for Combo Skin
TF’s foundation stick was my go-to for years—until it got discontinued 😭 I tried the liquid version, but the color was way off (darker than the stick). In search of a new holy grail, I got samples of CT Beauty Skin 4N and Ellis Faas S12NP at Mecca.
I didn’t expect much—but Ellis Faas blew me away.
✨ Skin type: combo (oily outside, dry inside), visible redness, large pores, dullness
✨ Climate: Adelaide summer = dry + harsh
✨ Shade range: I’m neutral, between shade 2-4
This foundation gave me a clean, glowy, real-skin finish. It’s a creamy texture, medium-to-high coverage, and blends beautifully. Pores? Blurred. Redness? Gone. It’s so natural it looks like I was born with perfect skin.
🌤️ Wear test:
• Outdoors: Slight oil in 2 hrs but no caking. One blot = flawless again.
• Indoors: Minor shine by midday. Tissue blot fixes it. Still glowing by end of day.
• No dullness, no heavy feeling, just skin-like glow.
S12NP matched my skin perfectly. I even bought 11NN to layer for added brightness. At $117AUD/30ml, it’s not cheap—but compared to TF’s $190, it’s worth every cent.
💬 Final thoughts: Flawless finish. Natural glow. Hidden gem. If you have combo skin and want something fresh, this is it.
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As someone with combination skin and sensitive to climate changes, I've found that choosing the right foundation can be tricky. The Ellis Faas Foundation stood out with its creamy texture and impressive coverage, but one thing I appreciate most is how it handles the natural oiliness that comes with combo skin. During my wear test, the foundation offered a balance between maintaining a healthy glow and preventing shine buildup. Importantly, a simple blotting paper quickly refreshed my look without disturbing the foundation. This adaptability makes it practical for daily wear, especially in varying climates like the dry, harsh Adelaide summer. Additionally, the shade selection was surprisingly versatile. I found shade S12NP to perfectly match my neutral undertones. The option to layer with another tone (like 11NN) for added brightness is great for customizing your finish, helping achieve a flawless, natural look. At its price point, Ellis Faas Foundation isn’t the cheapest, but investing in quality makeup that enhances your skin and boosts confidence can be worth it. If you struggle with redness, dullness, or large pores, this foundation’s formula did an excellent job softening these common combo skin issues. Overall, my experience with Ellis Faas has been extremely positive, and I recommend anyone with similar skin concerns to consider trying it out. It’s definitely become a treasured part of my makeup routine.
