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Getting the right foundation is one of the first and most important steps to a fabulous face beat. And Revlon Colorstay line of foundations offers some of the finest foundations around. So in this article, we are comparing Revlon Colorstay Buff vs the Sand Beige foundations.
Women and men use some sort of makeup. Some of the makeup accessories they could use include concealers, primers, lipsticks, powders and foundations.
This is a guide to help you make the right foundation choice going forward. At the end, we hope to get you to the point that you never have to make the wrong foundation choice again.
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Comparison Overview – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
The Buff has a matte finish and is pale brown in appearance. It comes with an SPF value of up to 15.
The Sand, on the other hand, comes with a semi-matte finish and offers SPF value of up to 20. This may be attributed to the fact that it is meant for people with very light-colored skin.
Buff offers a complete coverage of the skin while Sand gives more of a natural coverage. It is not thick but it gets the job done.
The Buff under review is for oily/combination skin but the Sand under review is for normal/dry skin.
We need to point out here that the Colorstay line of foundations offers two variants. One is for combination/oily skin while the other is for normal/dry skin. There are key difference between them such as the number of shades each variant offers and the SPF for each.
Buff is formulated with salicylic acid which ensures the foundation controls oil on the skin and also provides you with a pore-less finish. Sand contains hyaluronic acid for hydration all day.
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Video: A First Impression of the Colorstay Foundation for Oily/Combination Skin
How well does the foundation hold up, especially under pressure? Oily skin can be so tedious to handle, let alone combination skin. But watch and see how well it stays all day…
Price/Value Ratio – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Both foundations are drugstore products so don’t cost much. As for the value they give, it is better than the price. In fact, they can serve as great dupes for more expensive foundations.
But it is important to remember there is a chance of oxidation occurring. So when buying, make room for it and don’t get too disappointed because oxidation is common with drugstore foundations.
Comparison Table – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Buff |
Sand Beige |
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| Finish | Matte | Semi-matte |
| Shade | Buff | Sand Beige |
| Texture | Slightly Creamy | Very Creamy |
| Packaging | Bottle with Pump | Bottle with Pump |
| Skin Type | Combination/Oily | Normal/Dry |
Which Works Well for Who and Where? – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Buff |
Sand Beige |
| The Buff foundation is specially formulated for combination/oily skin but other skin types could try it.
It offers medium to full coverage could last a whole day while being comfortable and light. So if you like full makeup, this will serve you better. This option may photograph better due to its fuller coverage. |
The Sand Beige foundation is formulated for normal/dry skin types but, like the Buff, other skin types can equally use it.
It also offers a medium buildable coverage but with a more natural finish. If you’d rather go for soft, light and slightly matte, go for this. Dry weather won’t affect you with this as it hold up and prevent extra dryness. |
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Properties Common to Both – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Packaging
They are both well packaged in transparent glass bottles. They have pumps which reduce the chances of making a mess or wasting the products.
Coverage
They offer medium coverage which is buildable. This feature can only be had if the foundation has a light consistency. If it is too heavy, buildability would be hard to achieve.
Their coverage doesn’t leave your face looking artificial. And they don’t cake even after the coverage has been built.
Sunscreen
The foundations are both formulated with sun protection to help in protecting the skin. Infusing sunscreen in makeup products has become a common practice with many brands.
The Sun Protection Factor value of each foundation gives a bit of protection from the sun. But if you burn easily, it is advised you use extra sunscreen and not rely on what the foundation offers.
Staying Power
These foundations stay in place for many hours during the day. Staying power is a huge issue when it comes to the choice of a foundation. Some transfer easily while some don’t hold up under sweat so well.
But when you do find one that stays on for hours without transferring or running easily, and at such a good price, it is a bargain.
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Properties Unique to Each – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige
Formulation
The Revlon Colorstay Buff foundation is formulated with salicylic acid. The use of this ingredient controls oil in the skin and provides you with a flawless and poreless finish.
The Sand Beige foundation is formulated with hyaluronic acid which ensures your skin remains adequately hydrated. This ingredient ensures your foundation stays flawless all day without drying or caking.
Finish
Buff has a matte finish. With its finish, it ensures your face does not shine. Sand Beige, on its own part, is not a fully matte. It offers a good balance between matte and dewy.
Skin Type
The Buff is made ideally for combination/oily skin while the Sand is made for normal/dry skin ideally. But both can be used by any other skin type.
Texture
The texture of the Buff is slightly creamy as it is majorly a matte-finish product. The Sand Beige is a full-on creamy. This is because it is targeted at dry skin types.
Unique Pros – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Pros Unique to the Buff
i. It contains salicylic acid for oil control.
ii. Gives a poreless look due to its matte finish.
ii. Great for use any time of day.
Pros Unique to the Sand Beige
i. It contains hyaluronic acid to keep dry skin hydrated.
ii. Semi-matte finish gives a glow to otherwise dry skin.
iii. The foundation is not too drying.
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Video: A Look at the Colorstay Foundation for Dry Skin
Watch as this reviewer describes and demonstrates how well the Colorstay foundation for normal/dry skin holds up…
Unique Cons – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Con Unique to the Buff
i. It may be a bit too drying after some hours.
Con Unique to the Sand Beige
i. May become too dewy or glossy as the day wears on.
Pros Common to Both – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Buff |
Sand Beige |
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| Sunscreen
Durable/Long-lasting
Coverage
Packaging/Dispenser |
The Revlon Colorstay buff has SPF value of 15.
It can last for up to 24 hours.
It offers medium coverage which is buildable to full coverage.
The Revlon Colorstay Buff comes in transparent glass bottles with pumps to dispense. |
The Sand Beige has SPF value of 20.
This option lasts just as long.
Likewise, the Sand Beige offers the same level of coverage.
This same feature applies to the Sand Beige. |
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Cons Common to Both – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Buff |
Sand Beige |
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| Size
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It comes in 1 oz. bottle which is quite small.
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Similarly, the Sand Beige comes in a small bottle.
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What Users Feel about Them – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Buff |
Sand Beige |
| Users think this foundation is great. With good coverage, little or no breakouts, dispensing pump and the price, it is a great bargain.
But they are not crazy about the size, despite the price. And they equally didn’t like that it can be drying. |
For this option, users like that it more natural yet offers good coverage. They also like that it contains hyaluronic acid for hydration.
But they didn’t like the slight irritation it caused. Plus, just the Buff, it is quite small.
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What We Have to Say – Revlon Colorstay Buff vs Sand Beige Foundations
Buff |
Sand Beige |
| It is not particularly selective of types of skin which means that it can be used by everyone.
Also, it has got great ingredients for improved and flawless skin. So we recommend it as a superb dupe. |
The Sand Beige contains hyaluronic acid which ensures your skin is well hydrated.
While we recommend it as a stand alone foundation, it may serve better as a dupe. |
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