Description
ZAO Compact Foundation meets the requirements of those who want a natural complexion with full coverage. Its creamy and smooth texture makes it easy to apply and smooth into skin, with a mattifying effect to cancel out shiny areas. ZAO Compact Foundation is a true skin care product, containing silica powder, bamboo powder and bamboo rhizome oil, all of which are rich in silica and so regenerate skin.
Coverage: Build-able, from light to strong
Packaged in a unique, varnished bamboo case and attractively presented in a bamboo pouch with drawstring, ZAO makeup is both a beautiful gift and an item to treasure.
This product, as with all ZAO products, is free from talc and parabens (synthetic preservatives), using instead micronised silver as an effective and non-toxic preservative. ZAO does not use nanoparticles in their products, with the micronised silver being larger than nanoparticle size, making ZAO products safe and free from toxic chemical preservatives.
ZAO Ingredients Highlight:
?Bamboo powder: It is a white substance extracted from the joints of bamboo. Thanks to its high silica content, it remineralises, hydrates and participates in the regeneration of your skin while reducing the shine of combination and oily skin.
Organic bamboo macerate: Like organic bamboo hydrosol and bamboo powder, this material is extremely rich in organic silica, an external supply of which is necessary to maintain the elasticity of the upper layers of the epidermis. Indeed, organic silica stimulates the process of collagen production.
Vegetal Squalene: Extracted from olive oil, vegetable Squalene is a derivative of squalene, which is a natural component of human sebum. Its excellent affinity with the skin, due to its similarity with natural cutaneous lipids, and its emollient properties make it an ideal active ingredient. It strengthens the cutaneous hydrolipidic barrier, softens the skin and protects it from dehydration.
Organic babassu seed oil: Protective and film-forming, it prevents dehydration of the skin. Anti-radical and anti-aging (thanks to tocotrienols), it fights the ageing of the skin
Instructions for use: Easy to apply and smooth into skin, ZAO compact foundation is offered with a round sponge. It is also very convenient for an application with fingers or ZAO’s foundation brush.
ZAO Beauty tip: Choose the colour that matches the colour of your skin. Neither too bright nor too dark to avoid contrast with the natural complexion of the neck. For a medium coverage, you can apply directly with fingers. The foundation is applied from the centre to the outside, without forgetting the nose.
For Foundation Shade Matching information and shade charts,?click here.
Certification: Natural and Organic Cosmetic certified by ECOCERT Greenlife according to ECOCERT, with 100% of ingredients of natural origin and minimum 23% organic
Testing on animals: No testing on animals, neither on the finished product nor on ingredients.
Ingredients from animal origin: None
Indication of skin type: Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin and acne-prone skin
Palm oil free:?Yes
Net weight: 6 g
Refillable: Yes
INGREDIENTS COMPACT FOUNDATION 728 . 729 . 730 . 736 . 737 . 740 . 741 (F5):?OLEYL OLEATE, SILICA, SQUALANE, APRICOT KERNEL OIL POLYGLYCERYL-4 ESTERS, COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX*, HYDROGENATED OLIVE OIL STEARYL ESTERS**, PHYLLOSTACHIS BAMBUSOIDES RHIZOME EXTRACT*, ORBIGNYA OLEIFERA (BABASSU) SEED OIL*, LAURYL OLIVATE, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL*, TOCOPHEROL, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), BAMBUSA ARUNDINACEA STEM POWDER, CI 77820 (SILVER). MAY CONTAIN +/-: CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET).
* ingredients from Organic Farming.
** made using organic ingredients.
INGREDIENTS COMPACT FOUNDATION 731 . 732 . 733 . 734 . 735 . 738 . 739 (F5):?OLEYL OLEATE, SQUALANE, APRICOT KERNEL OIL POLYGLYCERYL-4 ESTERS, SILICA, COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX*, HYDROGENATED OLIVE OIL STEARYL ESTERS**, PHYLLOSTACHIS BAMBUSOIDES RHIZOME EXTRACT*, ORBIGNYA OLEIFERA (BABASSU) SEED OIL*, LAURYL OLIVATE, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL*, TOCOPHEROL, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), BAMBUSA ARUNDINACEA STEM POWDER, CI 77820 (SILVER). MAY CONTAIN +/-: CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET).?
* ingredients from Organic Farming
** processed from organic ingredients
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Sherry –
This is the only foundation I’ve used that hasn’t caused breakouts to my sensitive, combination skin. It gives a natural finish and is easy to apply and blend into the skin. I highly recommend it.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
I ordered a sample of this in 729: Very Light Pink Ivory. In the container it looked as though it would be too dark but actually it is a really good match for my fair, rather translucent-esque skin. It feels and smells lovely and is long-lasting. I would recommend ordering samples to find the right match for you, but I highly recommend the quality.
Cathy Metcalf –
Goes on smoothly with creamy consistency. Perfect colouring for my skin and blends in and hides all imperfections.
Bellah –
I got a sample, thanks Goddess for them. Ivory shade is ok for me, but I prefer shade 729 as I have pale skin with freckles. I like creamy,nice texture. Coverage is medium,I would say. I need more time to get used to compact foundation,because I usually use only liquid ones. Apply with sponge,because fingers are not the best ones for this type of foundation
Bellah –
This is shade for me. I am pale with freckles and this hint of pink tone in foundation is very pleasant for my skin color.Texture is pleasant too,sponge is needed when applying. I tried just with fingers but it’s not as good as with sponge. I am giving 4 stars,because coverage is medium.
Seren Watson (verified owner) –
This is a gorgeous product! Lovely coverage, more natural looking. A lovely dewy finish leaving a sophisticated look. Very pleased.
Han –
Really enjoying the foundation. I bought a tester before purchasing the full size and I’m glad I did. It’s a shame there is no option to add/remove the applicator sponge that comes with the foundation. Other than that, I have no qualms! Very smooth and soft finish, and lasts all day!
Rebekka –
I love the idea of this foundation, but my overall experience was bad. The foundation becomes cakey after a few hours of wear and collects in pores and wrinkles almost immediately. The coverage is not buildable as it all clumps together. There is very little product in the compact, it lasted me barely two months and I don’t do my makeup every day. I purchased it because of the positive reviews here and really wanted to like it but was actually relieved when it ran out so I could start using something else. Would not recommend. 2 stars for being in reusable packaging!
zaouk –
Thanks for your feedback Rebekka. This product is being discontinued in favour of our new Foundation Sticks, which are available to purchase now. It sounds like you were maybe using too much in one go if it was used up very quickly and was clumping, but if you have finished it, my comment is somewhat redundant!