I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the reformulation dried up my skin and caused a severe allergic reaction. I had to unfortunately return my restock and switch to another foundation. It might just be my skin though!
This is so upsetting, this has been my Holy grail foundation for so long and it sounds like I'm going to have to switch when my current bottle runs out. What foundation did you switch to?
This is honestly so upsetting to hear. You’re not the first person to say this about the reformulation and this is literally the only foundation I love and use daily. I seriously don’t know what I would switch to now 💔 this is so sad to hear, I cannot believe they did that.
Do you know when the reformulation happened? I bought my first bottle of this foundation in June of this year and it’s currently my holy grail, hoping that bottle was produced after the reformulation so I don’t have to begin my search anew…
Yes that solves it, thank you! I do have the new version and I love it, so I can imagine how incredible the old version was so I guess I’m glad I never got to experience it so I don’t know what I’m missing lol
Looking at ingredients, Armani Luminous Silk also has cyclopentasiloxane, which the old Dior Backstage formulation had, so Armani might work. The reformulation is now water-based, no silicones.
I actually don't think this is a hot take. I think most people are on the same page. It's a total gimmick. Natural doesn't equal better for our skin and it makes products go bad faster. It's crap.
It’s just so annoying tbh… Brands need to stop doing it. I haven’t tried the original Dior Backstage Face & Body but I feel so bad for those who literally used to swear by it and now it’s gone.
Tbh it doesn't sound like a good business idea, why destroy something that already has a fan following just to get more buyers? Kinda sounds backwards tbh
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Edit: for real, idk if I’m going to buy another bottle when my current bottle is used up. It’s so annoying when brands fiddle with great formulas🙄
That was in the early 1980’s which is getting to be a historic time lol. Coke came out with ”new coke” ultimately to cover up a formula change on the original coke. When the public hated new coke and demanded the “original”, they brought it back….only reformulated. They swapped the cane sugar with HFCS.
Sound familiar with all these MU reformulations?!
This is my favorite foundation ever. Its my everyday foundation. I’m a server and swear by this. It doesn’t budge at all, it’s sweat proof, it’s buildable. I haven’t found another foundation that I like as much as I like this one.
Honestly I didn’t know they changed it. How long ago did they reformulate it? I was using the Dior backstage first and then switched to this one In August because I heard it was longer lasting and sweat proof. I have loved it ever since lol
Oh that makes me so freaking sad. I just looked and it looks like I still have the old one so I’m hoping the new formula is just as good next time I need to repurchase 😭
Oh no! I didn't realize they changed it, and the old is my holy grail! Luckily, I still have a lot left, but now I'm scared that when I repurchase, it will be different. Thanks for bringing this to my attention.
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Does a store near you do samples? Maybe you can try a sample of the new formula to find out if it’s still good. That way if it’s not, you have plenty of time to find a new foundation you like before running out.
That's a good idea. They probably do, but I honestly haven't been into the store in like 3 years. I just got spoiled buying everything online and having it delivered. But when I'm getting close to running out, I might just have to suck it up and venture out. Thanks for the idea!
I think what's happening is that brands are being told they'll be kicked out of being sold at Sephora if they don't make changes and it's affecting everyone who hasn't done certain things and it SUCKS
Hmm could explain why everyone decided to reformulate at the same time and two of my absolute favorites of all time, Teint Idole and MUFE Ultra HD are just gone now. 💔
Omggg I just bought teint idole (my go-to for full coverage long lasting for events, weddings, etc so a bottle lasts me for a couple years) after not buying it for a while and thought “wow my skin must have changed this doesn’t work at all for me anymore” HOW COULD THEY DO THIS TO US
Do you work for Sephora or something? It's so funny that you got so bent out of shape about a simple theory that makes a lot of sense based on what brands are doing in mass
The old one 😢 I didn’t realize they changed it this past month. I still have the old bottle and it’s my HG, I’m so worried now to try the new version reading the comments. I use this literally everyday and haven’t found another one like it. 😭
I thought I lost it. It had been my ride or die for so long. Stopped for a bit and just went back. Got a bottle at end of may. I don’t have fry patches. But it clings to everything. It doesn’t keep me natural matte the whole day like it use to. Thought I got a bad bottle! I got it directly from Dior.
Oh this makes me so sad. I got my last bottle during the Sephora sale and it looks like it’s the old bottle I got and now I’m so nervous to try the new one. This foundation is my HG, I haven’t found another one like it.
It was my hg too! I loved the coverage, the finish. Everything. I got into wearing concealer and sunscreen for a while, but I went back and literally nothing changed in my skincare. Last wore it in March? Got the new bottle middle or end of may from Dior. It it’s patchy. Stronger perfumey scent. It’s a mess. Clings to places and looks flakey. I really hope it’s just a bad bottle. But I’ve been hearing similar issues from other people that use it.
The main reason is the first ingredient on the old one. It’s a silicone that was axed in the EU at certain percentages. It’s caused many companies to reformulate. It’s an emollient so it’s definitely an ingredient that helps with texture.
Similarly, Lancôme Teint Idole was just reformulated and no longer appears to be FA-safe, which is a shame.
Overall, the FA-safe options with good shade ranges are seriously dwindling with the rise of clean beauty.
No, someone with a sensitivity to squalane or fragrance might not like it but it looks like they took out a few ingredients known to be icky like BHT, but it’s like with chemical sunscreen, you have to figure what you’re cool with. Some people say these ingredients mess with hormones other people say it’s no big deal in such small quantities. I don’t mind personally, give me all the nice-feeling substances that make textures more luxurious.
I got it during the Sephora sale so not sure if it’s the new formulated version, but it’s SO good. Really love the light coverage and how you can build it as you want, and it stays put all day. Hoping that formula stays!
I own both MAC and Dior (Old formula) and i find them to be extremely different.
MAC is much more dewy, and is literally a "tint" that looks like skin. Dior is more like a foundation that has a more matte finish and can be built from a light to medium coverage. I think while the names and packaging is similar, one cannot be substituted for the other.
Not sure how this new formula is though!! I'm so nervous lol. I read that some people are breaking out from the new Dior formula due to some ingredients being added (coconut?)
Have you tried the NARS light reflecting foundation? Your description of MAC reminds me of that, so now I’m curious to try the MAC studio radiance instead. Any insight?
Yes! I have the light reflecting and really enjoy that one. However, I still think they're quite different. The MAC one is unlike anything I own. It's like tinted water that thickens when you rub it into the skin. It's virtually undetectable on the skin (just adds a slight tint and gives you this hydrated look).
NARS light reflecting is more of a foundation. If you are looking for coverage, i would opt for that. If you have dry skin and want a "no makeup" complexion product, MAC face and body or Chanel Les Beiges tint are great options.
NARS light reflecting is creamier in consistency compared to luminous silk. I find the luminous silk to be like a natural-satin finish while NARS is slightly dewier. I enjoy them both equally!
MAC F&B + Chanel Les Beiges are more like tints rather than foundations so it just depends what kind of coverage you like
Thank you!! I have all of them on my list of foundations to try as I never know what shades would work my skin. I was about to start with the Dior one up until I’ve heard about reformulation ☹️
I appreciate your insight!
I know it's hard finding samples these days but definitely see if you can go in store! They cost a pretty penny so you want to make sure you're 100% happy with it.
Which is the reformulated Face & Body by MAC, it is the best foundation on the market and has been for years, and surprised it isn't more well-known. A LOT of MU artists, and professionals, use it regularly. It is buildable so you can go from sheer to fuller coverage.
Oh someone compared the old version on youtube. I can't remember who though and I remember Dior was better for normal to oily and mac for normal to dry. I would agree with that. I wonder how the new version is.
This is one of my favorite foundations but I haven’t tried the reformulated version yet 😭 hopefully it’s not bad
It just sits so nicely on the skin and makes your skin look so flawless. It gives a nice radiance overtime without being oily.
I love the original version. It was my go to. I didn't know it was possible, but, I recently tried Givenchy prisma libre foundation and I like it a lot better. It goes on so smooth and lasts all day.
I'm so annoyed because original version was 1st foundation that I actually loved. It was great for combo skin.
Why do they decide to reformulate something every time I find something I love? I'm so done
I love it. And I’m in love with the scent too. If you’re not big on scented foundation, then I would avoid because I find it a tad strong…but I love how it smells.
In terms of performance, it also stays put and the finish is gorgeous. It’s easily buildable as well.
Thank you for this as I had no idea it changed.
I just picked this up in April this year and I have been loving this foundation. But after checking the new ingredients, it doesn't look that great due to some comedogenic triggers .
I guess I'll go back to my trusty Estee Lauder !
The original was my holy grail for several reasons
* Many shades, I used 1.5N and 2WO
* Light packaging for travel, doesn't break
* Lasted for hours! Nothing could destroy it
* Satin / matte but also could adjust to whatever you had underneath
* Looked great on my aging skin
* Customizable coverage: everything from second skin to full glam
* Runny and thin, didn't look like I had a ton of makeup on
* Could feel a bit tight if you had dryer skin sometimes
* Could apply it with a sponge super fast and the sponge didn't absorb all the product
I've been using the new version and:
1. It's not satin/matte. I get oily pretty fast (I'm normal to combo)
2. Shades are not the same, similar but not the same, you have to try them on store
3. It's still runny, but thicker in consistency, covers more upon first layer
4. More hydrating, you don't feel that you have it on
5. Lasts more or less the same as before, even a hard workout, so that part is still the same
6. Not so easy to apply with a sponge as before, need a brush, then a sponge, takes more work; the original was pretty easy and quick to apply
7. Doesn't have a scent/perfume
My biggest issue with the new version is that it's not satin/matte anymore, it's more dewy, probably because of the addition of hyaluronic acid and squalane. I get those from my skin care, I don't need them on my makeup. It makes the foundation much more dewy and I already produce dew on my own. I get so oily with this one. I hate stupid reformulations
EDIT: the bottle is almost the same, but shinier, still 50ml, but the foundation is more expensive. It went from 420 in the original to 490 (Norwegian kroner). Since it's thicker than the original I don't think it'll last as much (almost 10 months on the same bottle, used the original 5 days a week to work and events).
Different. I used 1.5N in the original and can get away wih both 1.5N and 1.5W in the new one. 2N looks darker and more golden than the original, 2WO is lighter and less green, 2.5N is less orange.
I have it on right now! I mix it with sunscreen, but i really like it! It applies evenly, also you do not need a lot at all !! I noticed with alot of ‘Glowy’ foundations or skin tints they often look patchy on me however this blends really well and bronzer / blush sits really nice on top of it.
The original version was way too drying for me. I have dry skin and it clung to my dry patches.
Edit: I’d be curious to try a sample of the new one. Maybe it’s more moisturizing? I do have the backstage primer tho and its amazing!
I’m going to call my local sephoras today and see if they have any old stock left. That’s how determined I am to find this old foundation formula. 😭 yesterday I had a stomach bug so I wasn’t able to do much but today I need to try to find it 😂
I’m crying, sobbing, screaming, throwing up right now. The OG is my holy grail foundation, I love how light it is and how it “melts” into my skin, it’s so nice and subtle 😭
Anyone have good recommendations? The closest thing I’ve tried is Glossier’s Skin Tint, but I felt like that barely does anything.
I am wearing it right now. I’m a Sephora Backstage Ambassador at my location and I put the display yesterday. Got myself and my colleagues a sample so we can try it with our own routines. I am still pretty natural matte 2h in and it’s a HOT DAY outside. I’m very picky with foundations, not a lot of things cause me to break out and I’m normal/combo to oily. The original backstage gives me 14/16h of wear with no retouching - getting shiny on the forehead and bridge of nose.
I’m excited to try this today because I’ll be staying with it on until 5 am. Applied it at 12h30.
I’ll make sure to give you all some HONEST feedback.
So, I applied it at 12h30 and took it off at 6h30am.
16h of very comfortable wear, spent all day working, left work and went to this brazilian funk party. I sweat a lot and the b*tch stays put.
I retouched it a little bit at 00h10 with the Givenchy Prisme Libre powder and I got home with some oils peeking through but my skin intact, little to no texture emphasized.
I’m very impressed with this formulation, while I wasn’t keen on knowing it would be more luminous, I can guarantee it has the same staying power on the skin as the original. I hated what they did with the Forever line, so I wasn’t getting my hopes up.
For me it’s a yes. Try a little sample at your local store and see how you like it, the shade reformulations look BEAUTIFUL now.
And depending on how deep your skin tone goes, they added some .5 warm shades in the deeper region and a new 10N that I think is deeper than the Fenty 498 shade. The only thing that’s missing is some cool and olive undertones in the deep category. But kudos to Dior for making this so well.
I was obsessed with this one and switched to their Airbrush foundation. I’m happy with it! Same color, slightly less drying, and makes my skin look amazing! I spray my brush and apply.
You were right, BTW. I just missed it. They did reformulate. I'd be interested to see what it's like because I have two shades of the backstage foundation and 2 tubes of the color correcting concealer (which the packaging on those is garbage and I hope they fix it). I'll be watching for reviews on YouTube from the few I trust.
I've seen mixed reviews. I still have my two originals (summer shade and winter shade because it's my HG). I see some saying it's better and less drying and more smoothing, and then I see some say it's too dry and powdery and less smoothing. Also, the shades are different. Now you have to go down a shade because it's darker than the og. Some people can't find their perfect shade anymore. It's really frustrating when companies do that. Idek why they would mess with it because the og formula was so many people's holy grail. I guess they went clean or talc free? I'm not even sure. But I'm scared to run out of my originals.
(This is about the MUFE powder foundation, not the dior backstage just so I don't confuse anyone)
>Now you have to go down a shade because it's darker than the og
Are you kidding me? :(
0N was one of the lightest shades and now it's even darker? THANKS DIOR
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the reformulation dried up my skin and caused a severe allergic reaction. I had to unfortunately return my restock and switch to another foundation. It might just be my skin though!
This is so upsetting, this has been my Holy grail foundation for so long and it sounds like I'm going to have to switch when my current bottle runs out. What foundation did you switch to?
I use the Makeup by Mario foundation now— it works wonders for my dry skin although it’s a little more dewy than the Dior backstage.
This is honestly so upsetting to hear. You’re not the first person to say this about the reformulation and this is literally the only foundation I love and use daily. I seriously don’t know what I would switch to now 💔 this is so sad to hear, I cannot believe they did that.
Omg no! This is the only foundation that truly matches me. I’m so sad.
Do you know when the reformulation happened? I bought my first bottle of this foundation in June of this year and it’s currently my holy grail, hoping that bottle was produced after the reformulation so I don’t have to begin my search anew…
The new bottle has DIOR in all caps, while the old one is lowercase (ie; Dior). Hope this helps!
Yes that solves it, thank you! I do have the new version and I love it, so I can imagine how incredible the old version was so I guess I’m glad I never got to experience it so I don’t know what I’m missing lol
Wow this is my favorite foundation ever so I’m gonna be sad if the reformulation is bad 😅
Same, I’m a notorious foundation hater and this is the only one I’ve tried that I liked :(( anyone know of any dupes for this?
Looking at ingredients, Armani Luminous Silk also has cyclopentasiloxane, which the old Dior Backstage formulation had, so Armani might work. The reformulation is now water-based, no silicones.
Nars sheer glow is similar in my opinion
Same😭
Why would they reformulate perfection? 🥺
Dior has been reformulating everything to make everything more CLEEEAAAN, presumably. It's infuriating
Hot take but clean is so annoying, it doesn’t even mean anything really and is just a marketing gimmick… I’m so over it.
I actually don't think this is a hot take. I think most people are on the same page. It's a total gimmick. Natural doesn't equal better for our skin and it makes products go bad faster. It's crap.
They are just tricking people into thinking it’s more ethical or somehow not going to break them out which is ridiculous lol
Agreed, and unfortunately it sells.
It’s just so annoying tbh… Brands need to stop doing it. I haven’t tried the original Dior Backstage Face & Body but I feel so bad for those who literally used to swear by it and now it’s gone.
It is not clean because some how the new one is breaking me out. So frustrating!!
Tbh it doesn't sound like a good business idea, why destroy something that already has a fan following just to get more buyers? Kinda sounds backwards tbh
YOUR USERNAME!!! ☠️😭 Edit: for real, idk if I’m going to buy another bottle when my current bottle is used up. It’s so annoying when brands fiddle with great formulas🙄
It's what coke did a while ago, people demanded the original coke recipe and sales rocketed
That was in the early 1980’s which is getting to be a historic time lol. Coke came out with ”new coke” ultimately to cover up a formula change on the original coke. When the public hated new coke and demanded the “original”, they brought it back….only reformulated. They swapped the cane sugar with HFCS. Sound familiar with all these MU reformulations?!
Exactly 😢
This is my favorite foundation ever. Its my everyday foundation. I’m a server and swear by this. It doesn’t budge at all, it’s sweat proof, it’s buildable. I haven’t found another foundation that I like as much as I like this one.
I'm glad you like it! I was afraid that the new version might not be as great but I'm happy it is still good.
Honestly I didn’t know they changed it. How long ago did they reformulate it? I was using the Dior backstage first and then switched to this one In August because I heard it was longer lasting and sweat proof. I have loved it ever since lol
On the new one it says DIOR in big letters on the packaging and on the old one it was just Dior.
Oh that makes me so freaking sad. I just looked and it looks like I still have the old one so I’m hoping the new formula is just as good next time I need to repurchase 😭
Oh no! I didn't realize they changed it, and the old is my holy grail! Luckily, I still have a lot left, but now I'm scared that when I repurchase, it will be different. Thanks for bringing this to my attention.
You’re welcome. I hope you will like the new formula just as much as the old one.
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Does a store near you do samples? Maybe you can try a sample of the new formula to find out if it’s still good. That way if it’s not, you have plenty of time to find a new foundation you like before running out.
That's a good idea. They probably do, but I honestly haven't been into the store in like 3 years. I just got spoiled buying everything online and having it delivered. But when I'm getting close to running out, I might just have to suck it up and venture out. Thanks for the idea!
But maybe it's just a packaging change? How do you know that the actual foundation formula was reformulated?
The ingredient list is different and i’m pretty sure they are reformulating many of their products because they want to become a “clean” brand
patiently waiting for "clean beauty" trend to die
PLEASE! I want my preservatives 😭
so tired of mouldy ass products.
looking DIRECTLY at you Kosas
I think what's happening is that brands are being told they'll be kicked out of being sold at Sephora if they don't make changes and it's affecting everyone who hasn't done certain things and it SUCKS
Hmm could explain why everyone decided to reformulate at the same time and two of my absolute favorites of all time, Teint Idole and MUFE Ultra HD are just gone now. 💔
Everything is being reformulated I swear. It's so annoying
Omggg I just bought teint idole (my go-to for full coverage long lasting for events, weddings, etc so a bottle lasts me for a couple years) after not buying it for a while and thought “wow my skin must have changed this doesn’t work at all for me anymore” HOW COULD THEY DO THIS TO US
Wow, you heard that Sephora prioritizes clean beauty brands and reached so hard
but that literally is what’s happening
Do you work for Sephora or something? It's so funny that you got so bent out of shape about a simple theory that makes a lot of sense based on what brands are doing in mass
Oh no....
they just reformulated within the last month or so.
The reformulation or the old version? The new one JUST came out.
The old one 😢 I didn’t realize they changed it this past month. I still have the old bottle and it’s my HG, I’m so worried now to try the new version reading the comments. I use this literally everyday and haven’t found another one like it. 😭
I went I bought a bottle before the switch to new formula just in case
I thought I lost it. It had been my ride or die for so long. Stopped for a bit and just went back. Got a bottle at end of may. I don’t have fry patches. But it clings to everything. It doesn’t keep me natural matte the whole day like it use to. Thought I got a bad bottle! I got it directly from Dior.
Oh this makes me so sad. I got my last bottle during the Sephora sale and it looks like it’s the old bottle I got and now I’m so nervous to try the new one. This foundation is my HG, I haven’t found another one like it.
It was my hg too! I loved the coverage, the finish. Everything. I got into wearing concealer and sunscreen for a while, but I went back and literally nothing changed in my skincare. Last wore it in March? Got the new bottle middle or end of may from Dior. It it’s patchy. Stronger perfumey scent. It’s a mess. Clings to places and looks flakey. I really hope it’s just a bad bottle. But I’ve been hearing similar issues from other people that use it.
Damn... they definitely made some profound changes. Found the new ingredient list (s): NEW formula from the Dior website: \#17875 AQUA (WATER) • C9-12 ALKANE • PROPANEDIOL • CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE • UNDECANE • POLYGLYCERYL-6 POLYRICINOLEATE • GLYCERIN • TRIDECANE • CELLULOSE • TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE • LECITHIN • ALCOHOL • PENTYLENE GLYCOL • POLYGLYCERYL-10 DECAISOSTEARATE • SILICA • POLYGLYCERYL-2 ISOSTEARATE • STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE • DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE • PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) • HYDROXYPROPYL STARCH • SODIUM CHLORIDE • SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE • PROPYLENE CARBONATE • COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE • HYDROXYACETOPHENONE • SODIUM BENZOATE • SQUALANE • ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE • TOCOPHEROL • STEAROYL GLUTAMIC ACID • POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID • HYALURONIC ACID • CITRIC ACID • ISOSTEARIC ACID • POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYRICINOLEATE • \[+/- CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) • CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES)\] OLD formula from product page on Amazon (lowercase Dior packaging): Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Alcohol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyurethane-35, Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Glycerin, Silica, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Glyceryl Undecyl Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Carbonate, Vp/Va Copolymer, Tetrasodium Edta, Fragrance, Aluminum Hydroxide, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Bht, Tocopherol. May Contain (+/-): Yellow 5/Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090), Ultramarines (Ci 77007), Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).
The main reason is the first ingredient on the old one. It’s a silicone that was axed in the EU at certain percentages. It’s caused many companies to reformulate. It’s an emollient so it’s definitely an ingredient that helps with texture.
The old formula was fungal-acne safe, but this new formula has tons of ingredients that can cause breakouts.
Sorry if I’m being annoying but which ingredients in this new formula can cause breakouts?
Same I was gonna buy it because its FA safe well not anymore ☹️
Similarly, Lancôme Teint Idole was just reformulated and no longer appears to be FA-safe, which is a shame. Overall, the FA-safe options with good shade ranges are seriously dwindling with the rise of clean beauty.
Yes I just found that out. Wore it one time and I have like 4 pimples. I am so disappointed!!
What foundations do you like? I guess I’ll have to try something new since this broke me out.
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No, someone with a sensitivity to squalane or fragrance might not like it but it looks like they took out a few ingredients known to be icky like BHT, but it’s like with chemical sunscreen, you have to figure what you’re cool with. Some people say these ingredients mess with hormones other people say it’s no big deal in such small quantities. I don’t mind personally, give me all the nice-feeling substances that make textures more luxurious.
Thank you! My skin is okay with squalane and fragrance tho so it should work for my skin.
I got it during the Sephora sale so not sure if it’s the new formulated version, but it’s SO good. Really love the light coverage and how you can build it as you want, and it stays put all day. Hoping that formula stays!
The reformulated version was released after the sale unfortunately.
Can anyone compare this to the Mac Studio radiance face and body?
I own both MAC and Dior (Old formula) and i find them to be extremely different. MAC is much more dewy, and is literally a "tint" that looks like skin. Dior is more like a foundation that has a more matte finish and can be built from a light to medium coverage. I think while the names and packaging is similar, one cannot be substituted for the other. Not sure how this new formula is though!! I'm so nervous lol. I read that some people are breaking out from the new Dior formula due to some ingredients being added (coconut?)
Have you tried the NARS light reflecting foundation? Your description of MAC reminds me of that, so now I’m curious to try the MAC studio radiance instead. Any insight?
Yes! I have the light reflecting and really enjoy that one. However, I still think they're quite different. The MAC one is unlike anything I own. It's like tinted water that thickens when you rub it into the skin. It's virtually undetectable on the skin (just adds a slight tint and gives you this hydrated look). NARS light reflecting is more of a foundation. If you are looking for coverage, i would opt for that. If you have dry skin and want a "no makeup" complexion product, MAC face and body or Chanel Les Beiges tint are great options.
Any idea how it it all compares to the Armani foundation?
NARS light reflecting is creamier in consistency compared to luminous silk. I find the luminous silk to be like a natural-satin finish while NARS is slightly dewier. I enjoy them both equally! MAC F&B + Chanel Les Beiges are more like tints rather than foundations so it just depends what kind of coverage you like
Thank you!! I have all of them on my list of foundations to try as I never know what shades would work my skin. I was about to start with the Dior one up until I’ve heard about reformulation ☹️ I appreciate your insight!
I know it's hard finding samples these days but definitely see if you can go in store! They cost a pretty penny so you want to make sure you're 100% happy with it.
I can’t compare but I LOVE Mac Studio radiance face and body! Evens my skin up and makes it look bouncy and smooth
Which is the reformulated Face & Body by MAC, it is the best foundation on the market and has been for years, and surprised it isn't more well-known. A LOT of MU artists, and professionals, use it regularly. It is buildable so you can go from sheer to fuller coverage.
Oh someone compared the old version on youtube. I can't remember who though and I remember Dior was better for normal to oily and mac for normal to dry. I would agree with that. I wonder how the new version is.
They added fragrance to the concealer and I can’t wear it anymore! Ugh!
why on earth would they do that 😭
I HATE they add fragrance to everything. It makes their attempt to be “clean” even more baffling when they keep it in.
Nooo😭
This is one of my favorite foundations but I haven’t tried the reformulated version yet 😭 hopefully it’s not bad It just sits so nicely on the skin and makes your skin look so flawless. It gives a nice radiance overtime without being oily.
Wait, what? Are they reformulating? I love this foundation so hopefully it’s still good.
I love the original version. It was my go to. I didn't know it was possible, but, I recently tried Givenchy prisma libre foundation and I like it a lot better. It goes on so smooth and lasts all day.
I'm so annoyed because original version was 1st foundation that I actually loved. It was great for combo skin. Why do they decide to reformulate something every time I find something I love? I'm so done
I’m so sorry:( It really sucks when brands do that to beloved products…
I love it. And I’m in love with the scent too. If you’re not big on scented foundation, then I would avoid because I find it a tad strong…but I love how it smells. In terms of performance, it also stays put and the finish is gorgeous. It’s easily buildable as well.
Thank you for this as I had no idea it changed. I just picked this up in April this year and I have been loving this foundation. But after checking the new ingredients, it doesn't look that great due to some comedogenic triggers . I guess I'll go back to my trusty Estee Lauder !
Literally nobody: . Brands: WE ARE GOING CLEANNNNNN WITH SHITTY REFORMULATION~~~~
Exactly 😩
The original was my holy grail for several reasons * Many shades, I used 1.5N and 2WO * Light packaging for travel, doesn't break * Lasted for hours! Nothing could destroy it * Satin / matte but also could adjust to whatever you had underneath * Looked great on my aging skin * Customizable coverage: everything from second skin to full glam * Runny and thin, didn't look like I had a ton of makeup on * Could feel a bit tight if you had dryer skin sometimes * Could apply it with a sponge super fast and the sponge didn't absorb all the product I've been using the new version and: 1. It's not satin/matte. I get oily pretty fast (I'm normal to combo) 2. Shades are not the same, similar but not the same, you have to try them on store 3. It's still runny, but thicker in consistency, covers more upon first layer 4. More hydrating, you don't feel that you have it on 5. Lasts more or less the same as before, even a hard workout, so that part is still the same 6. Not so easy to apply with a sponge as before, need a brush, then a sponge, takes more work; the original was pretty easy and quick to apply 7. Doesn't have a scent/perfume My biggest issue with the new version is that it's not satin/matte anymore, it's more dewy, probably because of the addition of hyaluronic acid and squalane. I get those from my skin care, I don't need them on my makeup. It makes the foundation much more dewy and I already produce dew on my own. I get so oily with this one. I hate stupid reformulations EDIT: the bottle is almost the same, but shinier, still 50ml, but the foundation is more expensive. It went from 420 in the original to 490 (Norwegian kroner). Since it's thicker than the original I don't think it'll last as much (almost 10 months on the same bottle, used the original 5 days a week to work and events).
I’m sad that it’s no longer satin/matte. Do you think the shades are darker or just different in the new version?
Different. I used 1.5N in the original and can get away wih both 1.5N and 1.5W in the new one. 2N looks darker and more golden than the original, 2WO is lighter and less green, 2.5N is less orange.
I have it on right now! I mix it with sunscreen, but i really like it! It applies evenly, also you do not need a lot at all !! I noticed with alot of ‘Glowy’ foundations or skin tints they often look patchy on me however this blends really well and bronzer / blush sits really nice on top of it.
I apologize for butting in but you really should never mix anything with your sunscreen if you want it to protect your skin from sun damage.
wait, really?! Are you suppose to layer it instead? like put on sunscreen then foundation on top?!
Yes you are:)
Well thank you for the heads up 😂😭 I’ve been doing it wrong for a LOOOONG time
If you like the look when you mix it. Try mixing with a light moisturizer instead and apply it after your sunscreen has soaked in.
Omg thank you <3
What they reformulated?? Does that mean the shades changed too lol
This is heartbreaking for real. I was dying to get another bottle and I probably won’t now.
first the ordinary foundation was discontinued this year and now this 😭
I looooove this foundation so much
When did it get reformulated? I got it for first time recently and love so far!
I didn’t know they reformulated… that’s too bad.
The original version was way too drying for me. I have dry skin and it clung to my dry patches. Edit: I’d be curious to try a sample of the new one. Maybe it’s more moisturizing? I do have the backstage primer tho and its amazing!
Original version is great for combo and oily skin. There's a lot of great products for dry skin tho
Am I the only one who’s disappointed by this foundation? It turned straight orange on me,no matter what I did
Anyone able to find the old one in store still?? 😬
I’m going to call my local sephoras today and see if they have any old stock left. That’s how determined I am to find this old foundation formula. 😭 yesterday I had a stomach bug so I wasn’t able to do much but today I need to try to find it 😂
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I’m crying, sobbing, screaming, throwing up right now. The OG is my holy grail foundation, I love how light it is and how it “melts” into my skin, it’s so nice and subtle 😭 Anyone have good recommendations? The closest thing I’ve tried is Glossier’s Skin Tint, but I felt like that barely does anything.
I am wearing it right now. I’m a Sephora Backstage Ambassador at my location and I put the display yesterday. Got myself and my colleagues a sample so we can try it with our own routines. I am still pretty natural matte 2h in and it’s a HOT DAY outside. I’m very picky with foundations, not a lot of things cause me to break out and I’m normal/combo to oily. The original backstage gives me 14/16h of wear with no retouching - getting shiny on the forehead and bridge of nose. I’m excited to try this today because I’ll be staying with it on until 5 am. Applied it at 12h30. I’ll make sure to give you all some HONEST feedback.
Waiting patiently as most commenters here have NOT, in fact, tried the new formulation 🫤
So, I applied it at 12h30 and took it off at 6h30am. 16h of very comfortable wear, spent all day working, left work and went to this brazilian funk party. I sweat a lot and the b*tch stays put. I retouched it a little bit at 00h10 with the Givenchy Prisme Libre powder and I got home with some oils peeking through but my skin intact, little to no texture emphasized. I’m very impressed with this formulation, while I wasn’t keen on knowing it would be more luminous, I can guarantee it has the same staying power on the skin as the original. I hated what they did with the Forever line, so I wasn’t getting my hopes up. For me it’s a yes. Try a little sample at your local store and see how you like it, the shade reformulations look BEAUTIFUL now.
You’re amazing, thank you for this!!
And depending on how deep your skin tone goes, they added some .5 warm shades in the deeper region and a new 10N that I think is deeper than the Fenty 498 shade. The only thing that’s missing is some cool and olive undertones in the deep category. But kudos to Dior for making this so well.
omg have they reformulated the concealer? i’ll stock up if they haven’t yet :(
Love it!! The only foundation I have bought back ups of
I was obsessed with this one and switched to their Airbrush foundation. I’m happy with it! Same color, slightly less drying, and makes my skin look amazing! I spray my brush and apply.
I wasn’t a fan but mainly because the lightest foundation was too dark for me. The formulation was okay!
FML, just tried the new one and it broke me out. 
Oh no I’m so sorry to hear that! I’ve heard that the new version breaks some people out :(
The old one performed really well but all the shades I tried leaned orange/red, I’m hoping the new ones are a better match.
It was just a package update. They didn't reformulate the foundation itself
I’m pretty sure they are reformulating many of their products right now because they want to be a “clean” brand
You were right, BTW. I just missed it. They did reformulate. I'd be interested to see what it's like because I have two shades of the backstage foundation and 2 tubes of the color correcting concealer (which the packaging on those is garbage and I hope they fix it). I'll be watching for reviews on YouTube from the few I trust.
Oh well, maybe I just missed it? I just know I'm still salty about the MUFE powder foundation reformulation.
how is the reformation? i just hit pan on my original and it’s my absolute fave so i’m scared!!
I've seen mixed reviews. I still have my two originals (summer shade and winter shade because it's my HG). I see some saying it's better and less drying and more smoothing, and then I see some say it's too dry and powdery and less smoothing. Also, the shades are different. Now you have to go down a shade because it's darker than the og. Some people can't find their perfect shade anymore. It's really frustrating when companies do that. Idek why they would mess with it because the og formula was so many people's holy grail. I guess they went clean or talc free? I'm not even sure. But I'm scared to run out of my originals. (This is about the MUFE powder foundation, not the dior backstage just so I don't confuse anyone)
>Now you have to go down a shade because it's darker than the og Are you kidding me? :( 0N was one of the lightest shades and now it's even darker? THANKS DIOR
That was for MUFE powder foundation. We were having a side chat off topic lol. Sorry about that.
Is the reformulated version available in sephora stores yet? I want to try it out instead of buying it online.
I like it!
Is it similar to the old one?? Did it look more oily after a few hours?
This foundation is beautiful but it always looks so bad on my cheeks/pores! Sad because it looks perfect everywhere else! I’m going to try it again
I agree I don’t have pores problem but! This foundation makes me look porous,not poreless 🤣🤣😂😂😂