I Was One of the First People to Try Victoria Beckham's New Foundation—These Are My Thoughts

There's nothing that excites a beauty editor more than the news that Victoria Beckham Beauty is launching a new product. It's true, this brand is loved by makeup experts, and it's not just because of the chic packaging or luxury formulations. It's because these products actually work. They are a fashion girl's favourite for a reason. Designed for easy application and lasting impact, there isn't a Victoria Beckham Beauty product that I don't love. If you lean towards those minimal, catwalk-ready, glowy makeup looks, this is the brand to try.

So, when I heard that VB was launching her first foundation in collaboration with what can only be described as the most coveted skincare brand out there, Augustinus Bader, you can already imagine how desperate I was to get my hands on this product. This isn't the first time that Victoria Beckham and Augustinus Bader have joined forces. From the illuminating primer to the popular VB concealer pen, the pair know what they are doing when it comes to skincare makeup hybrids.

This new foundation feels like a natural next step for the brand, allowing fans like me the ability to create an entire makeup base with Victoria Beckham Beauty X Augustinus Bader products. I was lucky enough to be one of the first people to get my hands on the launch, so keep on scrolling to see my thoughts.

Victoria Beckham By Augustinus Bader The Foundation Drops Review

The Formula

Powered by Augustinus Bader’s TFC8® technology, this foundation focuses on rejuvenating the skin and supporting the complexion's natural renewal process. In fact, it's the first all-over complexion product that features TFC8®, so it really is a skincare-first formulation.

It has an incredibly lightweight, serum-like feel that melts into the skin like butter, and is easily buildable depending on your desired finish. Adding a hit of hydration and natural luminosity to the complexion, the pigments work to diffuse imperfections while allowing your natural skin texture to shine through. This is probably the best product I have ever tried for that "your skin, but better" effect. As described by Beckham herself, it's a foundation that feels like nothing, yet somehow does everything.

The Shades

There are currently 19 flexible shades on offer. While it's not the biggest shade range on the market, the product does cater to a wide range of skin tones and undertones, and has been designed to complement the brand's concealer. That being said, more shades in the future would definitely be a plus.

I personally opted for shade 5, a lighter hue with neutral warm undertones. I found that this worked perfectly with my skin tone and gave me that second-skin finish I was after.

The Packaging

I wouldn't normally comment on a foundation's packaging, but I felt that this product deserved a special shoutout. Housed in a chic black bottle with Augustinus Bader's signature blue shade adorning the lid, this is definitely the most fashionable foundation I have tried.

Plus, the streamlined dispenser allows you to apply the foundation drops onto the back of your hand or straight onto the skin for a mess-free finish.

The Results

I'm sure it's obvious by now, but I am a huge fan of this foundation. I have combination skin and often struggle to find a formula that is hydrating enough without being overly shiny. In my opinion, this product strikes the perfect balance between natural luminosity and a nourishing finish.

Another element that really stood out to me when testing this product is how it managed to create a subtle blurring effect while making it feel as if I was wearing nothing on my skin. Usually, when I try skincare makeup hybrids, I find that they either lean too much into the skincare category and don't offer much coverage, or they lean too much into the makeup category and don't actually feel as if they are benefiting my complexion. Once again, this foundation found that perfect middle ground, making my skin look and feel good all at the same time.

While I personally couldn't find any faults with this foundation, one thing I do have to mention is the price. At £104 for 30ml, this product is not cheap. You could argue that the high price point is to be expected due to the luxury names behind the formulation, but it's certainly not the sort of product I would buy on a whim. There are more affordable foundations on the market, but if you're looking for a high-end addition to your makeup bag that truly delivers on all of its promises, I recommend adding this to the top of your wishlist.

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