A foundation that requires minimal effort and instantly makes skin look refreshed? It sounds unbelievable, yet the Sculpted by Aimee Cream Cushion Foundation delivers just that. Since becoming a mother, I often have only two minutes to do my makeup on tough days, or five minutes if I'm lucky.
Normally, that would be manageable if I wasn’t also dealing with a toddler who thinks 4 a.m. is the ideal time for a mashup of Old McDonald and the Hokey Cokey. This explains why I often look exhausted rather than awake, despite hearing "ee-ai, ee-ai, oh" every morning.
My complexion has grown dull, breakouts have appeared on my chin, and my eye bags have become so pronounced that they seem impossible to conceal. What I truly need—besides a full night's sleep—is a foundation that can quickly revive my skin and be applied in seconds, preferably without a mirror.
When the Sculpted by Aimee Cream Cushion Foundation (£28) arrived, I doubted it would meet my needs. It comes in a charming baby pink compact reminiscent of a ’90s Polly Pocket toy, making it look more like a collector’s item than a practical makeup tool. However, this product proved perfect for speedy makeup application.
Having tested hundreds of foundations as a beauty editor, this has rapidly become my favorite. It even sparks comments from others wondering if my baby has started sleeping better—though in reality, I simply look more rested, at a fraction of the cost of consulting a sleep specialist.
"People are even asking me if the baby has started sleeping better – at least I look rested for a tenth of the price of a sleep consultant."
Summary: An easy-to-use, nostalgic compact foundation efficiently rejuvenates tired, sleep-deprived skin within seconds, making it a beauty editor's top choice for fast, effective coverage.