But does it hold up to the popular American brand? Well, I'd say yes, perhaps even exceeds it. The same technique applies, use a kabuki type brush to swirl a small amount in the lid, buff on to the face in circular movements until you have enough coverage. The consistency I think is slightly more coarse than BareMinerals when first shaken out of the pot, and the lids on the Lily Lolo products could do with a slightly higher rim for swirling as inevitably a bit seems to escape out on to the fingers. However when applied to the face, the coverage is excellent and somehow seems more smooth and silky than my usual BareMinerals Foundation. I also used to find the BareMinerals foundation could sting ever so slightly if my face were a bit dry, but the Lily Lolo formula is gentle and ideal for sensitive skin.
I chose the Blondie shade, but there are 18 colours in all to choose from and with 10g a pot to play with, this stuff is going to last you a LONG time, which for the price is really quite wonderful. It's also good to know that the Lily Lolo foundation has a swivel top to the pot to prevent the powder escaping everywhere if jostled in your bag. But if you're like me, you won't need to carry this with you, morning application lasts the entire day.
Rating out of 10: 9
The Good:
Low price for a fantastic product which easily matches the more expensive mineral make-up brands out there. I'm also loving that this is a British brand with good ethical credentials.
Natural feeling, air-brush look coverage
The Bad:
If there's a bad, I haven't found it yet!
The Ugly:
At £12.49 for a pot of 10g, here's a mineral make-up which will suit all budgets. Not so ugly afterall!
You can find Lily Lolo online or, if like me, you like to support small independent stockists in London, why not try Waterloo Body Station
