RCMA Foundation questions

Jun 14, 2016

Chris M.

He all! I just received some samples of RCMA Foundation. I would like to know the best way to apply this foundation. One YouTube video said to use a Beauty Blender, another one said do NOT us a Beauty Blender, but to dot it on the face and blend it in with a dry brush. Another question: is it an every day foundation or for special occasions? Is it for photographs or for when you just want to look good? Is there any particular reason or situation that I would use RCMA over one of the other 6 foundations I own? I've read so much hype on it, I feel like I have to try it!

Jun 14, 2016

Hannah K.

Hi Chris, this video should help you out a bunch =) https://youtu.be/WmYTtZ3R3F4

I personally do own the RCMA foundation, and I apply it with my fingers and then blend it with a paddle foundation brush.

Jun 14, 2016

Tina K.

Hi Chris! I love the RCMA foundation! I tend to use it more for special occasions only because I'm lazy in the mornings before work.
I prep my skin with the Embrolisse creme and let a small amount of the foundation warm up on the back of my hand. Then I dab on with my flat paddle brush, then blend. There's a bit of a learning curve to find what works best for you, so don't give up! I'll finish it with a bit of Hourglass Dim Light and my skin looks great - even in pix.

Jun 14, 2016

Chris M.

@Hannah, thanks so much for sending the link! I look forward to watching it!
@Tina, thanks for the details! I use Dim Light almost daily! Appreciate your input!

Jun 14, 2016

Chris M.

@Hannah - hahaha! I watched that video last night! He's the one who said to not use a Beauty Blender! His brush was unfamiliar to me...the shape...? It didn't look like a paddle brush. I have paddle brushes and usually don't love them. How do you think the foundation would work with an Artis or buffing brush? Would they absorb the foundation?

Jun 14, 2016

Aurora S.

I think it just depends on the person.

I prefer my fingers and then sometimes I'll use a synthetic paddle brush but I feel I use less when I use my fingers to apply and blend in.

A beauty blender may sheer out the coverage a little, I am not really fond of beauty blenders for application but they are good if you want to get rid of some streaks or blending out.

The paddle brush is nice but sometimes it can leave some streaks.

A synthetic kabuki or flat top kabuki is good and quick, you can really buff in the foundation but with the RCMA I don't feel it really need to be buffed in since it already looks like skin and not mask-like unless you out too much but if I have more time then I'd just use my finger to apply and blend. If I was in a hurry I warmed it up with my fingers and applied it in certain areas then buffed it in

Jun 14, 2016

Chris M.

@Aurora, thank you! I have a flat top Kabuki, I believe. I guess I will have to try it all...?!
@Jacqueline, I certainly could've misunderstood or mis-heard. I had just watched the video where the woman used a Beauty Blender and then I watched his and was disappointed to hear him say not to, but again, maybe I've made a mistake. I have some Revolution brushes - the BX-40 and the BX-45 are two of them.

Jun 14, 2016

Roz X.

The product is wax based which is a dry blender, fingers, or brush work best.

Chris, I love using their thinning agent to ease my own application and you don't sacrifice lovely coverage.

Jun 15, 2016

Chris M.

Oh Rozberry, thank you! I don't have the thinning agent - I still only have samples of the foundation, deciding if I want to buy more. It seems a little similar to Kevyn Aucoin's Sensual Skin Enhancer...is it? I've mixed the Kevyn Aucoin with primer...is the RCMA different? Do you thin it for less coverage?

Jun 15, 2016

Jacqueline H.

Correct, you don't want to use a wet sponge with a wax base. RCMA also makes a clear foundation that you can also use as a cutting agent if you so choose to do so. If you use the clear, the consistency of it will stay the same, whereas if you use the liquid thinner, you'll get more of a liquid like mix. :) 

Jun 15, 2016

Roz X.

Ms. Jacqueline explained the companion products perfectly. Thank you!

I prefer to thin it out. I feel it's still really nice coverage, especially for photos. I love the flexibility of the products because some days I want to really sheer it out to show off my skin (but better), and other times I'll thin it out but much less and I think it's still great coverage that hide flaws while remaining natural in appearance.

I own the Skin Enhancer as well and I cut that hardcore with primer. While I enjoy it, I like the finish of the RCMA better than the Skin Enhancer. I personally could/would never use an oil and wax based product daily; I often prefer to wear just tinted sunscreen or my MUFE Face and Body. My RCMA I reserve for special occasions or for when I know they'll be photos and it never disappoints.

Jun 15, 2016

Roz X.

I own both companion products for maximum flexibility.

Jun 15, 2016

Roz X.

Oh my! I just guffawed. Mad love for the meme! :D.

Jun 15, 2016

Jacqueline H.

LOL!! I thought that would make you laugh. ;) The 'Stay Beautiful' is courtesy of Alma. :)  

Jun 15, 2016

Jacqueline H.

You're welcome Hailey.  :)

Jun 15, 2016

Roz X.

:) Glad to be of help, Hailey.  

Jun 15, 2016

Tina K.

Lol! Love the meme! (And my RCMA, my thanks to Jackie for that!)

Jun 15, 2016

Jacqueline H.

Glad you liked the meme and your RCMA Tina.  ;)

Jun 15, 2016

Shantel C.

KJB made a video on how to apply RCMA foundation

Jun 16, 2016

Chris M.

Thank you Shantel! I've actually watched that video.
@Jacqueline and Rozberry - thank you for your continued information! Can't wait to play around with it!