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Avon Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation

Lightweight formula applies as a smooth cream and dries to a natural-looking velvety powder. The smooth,even, flawless finish lasts all day*, helping reduce shine and adding moisture where necessary, depending on your skin type. SPF15. 10g* Technical performance test, 34 panelists
Average Customer Rating:
4.35 out of 5
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Rating Snapshot (20 reviews)
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17 out of 20(85%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Review 1 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pretty Good Coverage
Date: 29 July 2010
By zaza
| London
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Curly
Its more of a concealer type foundation, doesnt actually feel very heavy but its rather thick so one layer is enough for medium coverage. Cant say how long it lasts because I never even kept it on. Washed it straight off after applying it, because the only problem I had was that it clings to dry skin. I dont actually have dry skin, but had a few spots where the skin was a little broken and this just highlighted the problem more than disguising it. BUT, I still think its a nice foundation as on clear skin it would look very natural and control T-Zone oil. But definently not for dryer areas of skin.
Review 2 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
fantastic product
Date: 26 July 2010
By dinky
| darlington
| Age 25-34
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Coloured
I have never used a foundation product on my face before so I was unsure whether it would look too 'heavy' especially for work, but I was so surprised, it was easy to apply, looked really natural,and gave great coverage, (even over the odd spot and blemish!) It lasts for most of the day, (but it is easy to reapply around the chin etc if needed to) The only drawback is that it leaves my skin looking very greasy and shiny which is disappointing, so I don't wear for work as I had planned to, but wear when I go out shopping etc. I am fair to medium skin and I ordered natural beige....perfect match, even when I am tanned! Anyway great product that I will be buying again and would definitely be recommending to friends!!
Review 3 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Has its uses ...
Date: 08 July 2010
By Mimais
| Northern Ireland
| Age 25-34
| Skin type Oily
| Hair type Coloured
This make up is perfect for those times when you really don't want to have to put make up on, but kinda 'need' to, as it goes on so well and so quickly. I can do it in about half the time it usually takes me to put foundation on.
I have problem skin and this gives me great coverage, however it disappears after about 2-3 hours and can leave your skin feeling a little oily (which does sort of contradict the Cream-to-Powder part of this product description). I try to combat this by applying loose powder too.
I wouldn't wear this on a night out, or to work, but for going to the cinema, or to a friend's house, this is great. It's also handy to keep in your bag for those emergency touch-ups I sometimes need.
Review 4 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Excellent
Date: 01 July 2010
By Aisling
| Enniskillen
| Age Under 18
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Mature
i absolutely loved this product...it does wonders for my skin and the colour that i bought matched my skin colour to a tea...definitely going to buy it again but I bought it when it was on sale and it is a little expensive but i don't care because it is the best foundation i have ever purchased...Thanks Avon
Review 5 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
More like a conceler
Date: 28 June 2010
By Sally
| Walsall
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Greasy/Oily
Tried this- more like a conceler. Too dry for my skin if I use all over and makes me look fake. I have combination skin, and this isnt right for me, Brilliant as a conceler though because you only need it on a few areas you want to touchup e.g. under and around the eyes just before the rest of eye makeup.
Review 6 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best Foundation Ever!
Date: 24 June 2010
By cutiecat
| Bonnie Scotland
| Age 25-34
| Skin type Normal
| Hair type Coloured
I have spent years trying to find a good foundation and i have finally found it. My skin is quite fair but the natural beige is perfect for my skin. Also if i have had a spray tan, i still apply the foundation and it looks great. It lasts for ages, i dont need to re-apply throught the day and it doesnt smudge! I would totally reccomend this product to Everyone!!!!! Well done Avon!
Review 7 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Didn't like at all :(
Date: 27 May 2010
By Ennie
| North East
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Coloured
I do have problems finding a foundation to suit me but this is one of the worst i've tried. It highlighted my dry patches and the IVory shade looked very unnatural on my uber pale skin. I also found it quite difficult to blend. Like I say, I do have problems with foundation but I still wouldn't be recommending this to anyone.
Review 8 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
i like it
Date: 24 April 2010
By monic
| surrey
| Age 45-54
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Coloured
definitely reduces shine but i cant say that the coverage is great, however it does even out skin tone and kinda gives you a flawless look.
Review 9 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great Foundation
Date: 20 April 2010
By Adrienne
| Loughborough
| Age 35-44
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Fine
I'm very pleased with this foundation. I was a bit apprehensive as to how I'd get on applying it, but I needn't have been because it went on very well and evenly and it felt very good too.
It is a nice foundation to achieve even coverage and once finished making myself up it looked good too.
Would buy again
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Wouldnt use anything else, superb!
Date: 06 April 2010
By shellrfc
| Glasgow
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Normal
| Hair type Greasy/Oily
I have been using this for 8 years and would die if they discontinued it. I have used it since the days it came in a cream rectangular compact, may have been called something slightly different and shades had different names but it is the same product. I find the natural beige gives me a nice hint of colour and medium beige for when I am more tanned. It is perfect for everyday wear and evening. This is the only foundation I use, I like how it is a cream and dries like a powder. The compact is smart and handy size and it's very easy to apply. Takes a matter of minutes.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Wonderful
Date: 02 April 2010
By dinks
| surrey
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Dry
| Hair type Coloured
Ive tried many foundations over the years but this has been the best out of them all. easy to apply blends lovely lasts ages as little goes a long way. skin feels so soft and smooth top marks
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Suprised
Date: 23 March 2010
By Luna
| Birmingham
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Fine
Recieved today, i was supposed to get the magix tinted from clearance, but they sent me this instead, must be out of it, minimised the look of my pores, looks seamless, feels really soft on skin, i didnt think it would be this good. im glad they where out of magix!
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
shine free soft skin
Date: 04 March 2010
By venus
| south shields
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Oily
| Hair type Coloured
Like the title says my skin was smooth, soft and moderately shine free. it was easy to apply and match the shade to my skin tone. a must have for any womans handbag.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
REALLY GREAT!
Date: 22 February 2010
By CHIRPYCHICK
| Wiltshire
| Age 25-34
| Skin type Combination
| Hair type Greasy/Oily
This is a really great foundation! Light and simple to use with the sponge provided. Nicely presented in the black case with mirror in the lid and compartment for the sponge under the makeup. I have just ordered 2 more so I don`t run out!!
Review 15 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Not a fan....
Date: 18 February 2010
By CJCJ
| South East
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Normal
| Hair type Coloured
This provided good coverage but it completely dried out my skin and left a nasty rash - which wasn't very attractive and took weeks of intensive moisturising for it to calm down! I've never had problems with any other founation before. This is perhaps suited to someone with oily skin, but beware if not...
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
great stuff
Date: 10 February 2010
By manthai
| Ketteing
| Age 25-34
| Skin type Normal
| Hair type Coloured
i had some bruises come up under the skin of my face because of being violently sick a few days ago. i dont normally wear foundation but had this one spare from some months ago and my god, did it work wonders! i only ever used it as a concealer on the problem spots before. never thought much of it till monday. it stays on all day long, cannot feel it there and i dont shine :D love it love it love it!
2 of 2 found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Brilliant!
Date: 08 February 2010
By Linzi
| Devon
| Age 18-24
| Skin type Oily
| Hair type Coloured
I have spent so much money on expensive foundations, this product is by far the best I have ever used... Lasts all day, with great coverage without being to heavy... Thank god for this product!!
Review 18 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Date: 08 February 2010
By susan
| London
| Age 25-34
| Skin type Normal
| Hair type Curly
After hundreds of pounds spent on foundations I finally found the perfect foundation. This is excellent and I havent used any thing else for 3 years. It has great coverage and looks so natural, everyone always complement me on my skin and ask what I use. But I also always use a bit of loose powder on top of it.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
excellent
Date: 04 February 2010
By ozzy
| Kent
| Skin type Normal
| Hair type Frizzy
This product is excellent it goes on really smooth and covers any imperfections, i would strongly recommend this.
Review 20 for Avon Ideal Shade Cream-to-Powder Foundation
Overall: 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
class of it's own
Date: 03 February 2010
By mamzi
| ayr
| Age 55-65
| Skin type Normal
| Hair type Mature
it's not heavy and yet it covers all blemishes especially age spots and a couple of scars that i have and its not expensive unlike some i could mention. thanks avon x
3 of 3 found this review helpful.