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(based on 32 ratings)
Brand:Almay
Located in:Beauty & Spa, Face, Foundation
Magically transforms into your ideal shade Take the guesswork out of finding the right shade Colorless makeup transforms into a shade that complements your skintone Infused with soothing aloe Works best if you wear neutral, beige, sand or warm foundation Hypoallergenic Won't clog pores Made in USA
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.3 stars
(based on 32 reviews)
53% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Covers well(5), Easy to apply(22), Easy to take-off(7), Lightweight(21), Long lasting(15)
Cons:
Ineffective(8), Poor coverage(4)
Best Uses:
All skin types(10), Everyday(17), Going out(7), Sensitive skin(7), Travel(8)
Describe Yourself:
Adventurous style(4), Classic style(5), Dramatic(3), Natural(13), Professional(5)
 
BEST FOUNDATION EVER!
By Demi<3Verified Reviewer from Texas on 9/23/2008
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Easy To Take-off, Good Pigmentation, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Natural Style
Skin Tone:
Fair
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I've never used a better foundation. It formed perfectly to my skin tone, which meant I didn't have to worry about covering up any makeup lines. It leaves a nice finish, and lasts all day.

I'll never go back to my old foundation.

 
Smart shade my ass!!
By karen the cosmetic queenVerified Reviewer from Richfield, OH on 8/27/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Long Lasting
Cons:
Ineffective, Poor Coverage
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

This foundation is a fake. It doesn't match to your skin, instead it is activated when you rub with ur fingers. I am very fair and thought it sounded good on commercials, so I got it even after reading the reviews on here. Its half the price i pay for foundation frrom prescriptives so it was worth a shot. Don't waste ur money, it doesn't deliver what it promises. My skin and fingers are orange, and it doesn't blend as well as i expected.

 
Pretty Good
By BellaVerified Reviewer from USA on 6/17/2008
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Easy To Take-off, Lightweight, Match my skin tone great, Smooth
Cons:
Doesn't Stay On, Irritates Skin
Best Uses:
Everyday
Describe Yourself:
Natural, Performer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

This stuff is pretty cool. I am a performer, and use this. Its not bad, but doesn't last as long as I like, and even thoug its says wont clog pores and for sensitive skin, my sister used it and it made her brake out.

 
Don't buy
By LeslieVerified Reviewer from Illinois on 6/9/2008
Cons:
Poor Coverage, Shiny
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I regret buying this one. It was one of the worst foundations I've ever used. It made my skin look shiny and oily.

 
Wonderful!
By cbsmom from Birmingham, AL on 5/28/2008
Pros:
Covers Well, Doesn't feel greasy, Easy To Apply, Easy To Take-off, Lightweight, Long Lasting
Best Uses:
Everyday
Describe Yourself:
Natural
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

Friends said this looked very natural.

 
Love it
By rae from a place on 3/8/2008
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Natural, Trendy/Hip

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I'm young so I dont want something heavy just something to give my skin a boost . This was just what I was looking for It blends in perfectly and you can't feel it . It also gives your face a pretty glow . It dosent cover zits try a cover stick for that . But overall I really like it .

 
Works for me!
By sstricklandVerified Reviewer from Delray Beach, FL on 2/28/2008
Pros:
Covers Well, Easy To Apply, Easy To Take-off, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Cons:
Pricy
Best Uses:
Everyday
Describe Yourself:
Natural, Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I don't understand why this product is getting so many bad reviews. I am not big on make-up and that is especially why I love this product. I don't feel like a clown with a whole bunch of paste on my face and it really blends in well with my skin tones.

I am about to buy another one now even though my last one has not finished as yet, just to make sure I have it when I need it. :)

My ONLY downfall with this product is the price, I wish it were a bit cheaper... it is only 1 ounce.

 
Finally! I foundation that works!
By Ash from Sacramento, CA on 2/21/2008
Pros:
Covers Well, Easy To Apply, Easy To Take-off, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday, Going Out, Sensitive Skin, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Adventurous, Classic, Natural, Professional, Trendy/Hip
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I have the worst trouble finding make up that works for my face color and doesn't break my skin out, and now I have finally found it. I love it and have recommended it my friends.

 
Made Skin Break Out
By Elizabeth from Arizona on 2/9/2008
Pros:
Easy To Apply
Cons:
Breakouts, Irritates Skin
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

This product goes on well and covers well but it was cakey. The thing that irratated me the most about it was that it made my skin breakout after using it for 2 days. im still looking for a foundation that wont make my skin breakout.

 
Not impressed
By DelphineVerified Reviewer from Boise, Idaho on 2/4/2008
Cons:
Doesn't Stay On, Ineffective, Poor Coverage
Describe Yourself:
Natural, Professional
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I myself usually wear Bobbi Brown and Lancome Teint Idol foundation, and i have been trying to find a store product worthy to do the job. If you want a natural coverage that lasts all day try Bobbi Brown's Luminous Moisturizing foundation for dry skin and oil free for oily skin. If you want a literally flawless look without it looking caky, try Lancome Teint Idol. Sure these products are more expensive, but think about it, if its going on your face you want it to be a great product.

 
i hated this
By brandonsgirlyfriendVerified Reviewer from Coleman, Michigan on 1/20/2008
Pros:
did nothing
Cons:
Ineffective, Poor Coverage
Best Uses:
didnt like it
Describe Yourself:
Adventurous, Dramatic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I got this from my aunt...and i tried it..it didnt cover anything. It made my skin look really dry. It was supy and gross looking. It didnt adjust to my skin color. It did nothing for me so i ended up just throwing it into the trash.

 
Love the Smart Shade
By TinyBinyVerified Reviewer from Severna Park, MD on 1/12/2008
Pros:
Covers Well, Easy To Apply, Easy To Take-off, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday, Going Out, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Adventurous, Natural, Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I usually have a hard time finding a foundation. When I stumbled onto the Almay Smart Shade, I fell in love. I have oily skin and I no matter what foundation I use, I still end up at the end of the day with a shine to my face. So far with Almay Smart Shade, I do not have that shiny look. I have been using this for almost a year and absolutely love it.

 
My daughter also uses it. Great!!
By Chri.anaVerified Reviewer from Texas on 1/1/2008
Pros:
Covers Well, Easy To Apply, Easy To Take-off, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Best Uses:
Everyday, Going Out, Sensitive Skin, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Natural, Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

The product is great at home, on the go, anywhere. It is the best product I have used for my face. My young daughter started using it and now she will go nowhere without it and neither will I.

 
I LOVE THIS PRODUCT
By KittyVerified Reviewer from Ottawa,illinois on 10/19/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday, Going Out, Sensitive Skin
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Dramatic, Natural, Trendy/Hip
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I love this product!!!!I don't know what I would do without it.It matches my skin tone perfect.I just wanted too say make sure you rub it in so you can't see no more white.I get the light to medium. I have been using it ever since it came out.It takes the guess work on which foundation you should get.All the girls know that you can't put foundation on in the store too try it out.I don't know why other people would say it has no coverage.Just remember that foundation is too protect your skin from the elements sun,pollution,not to cover our zits and stuff like that.I can't wait until I can get the new Almay powder foundation [...].Just thought you would appreciate someone's opition would has been using this product for a long while.I now have my 17 girl hooked on it.She used too cake on the foundation.I got her out of that habit using this product.I also love the eyeshadows for brown eyes again no guess work what women can't love this make up.I also use the eyeliner for brown eyes.I love Almay products.... darla kellerman age-36

 
OH my God wonderful Product
By EnrapturedVerified Reviewer from Aventura Florida on 10/8/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Best Uses:
Everyday, Going Out, Sensitive Skin, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Dramatic, Trendy/Hip
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

what a wonderful product I have Very Light and sensitive skin I could Never find the right coverage they were all either too Dark or too Light most would Irritate my skin but this Almay Product does It all for me smooth even coverage adjusts to my light skin and has Never caused me a reaction Try It you won't be disappointed

 
I found a WINNER!
By Trendy In Texas from Houston,TX on 9/23/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Best Uses:
All Skin Types
Describe Yourself:
Natural, Trendy/Hip
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I was surpised to see some of the negative comments because I really feel like this is an incredible product. I feel as if "I have tried them all" LOL! I did not notice any of the cons some people stated...maybe they just weren't rubbing it in all the way! Definitely no lines or orange issues here!

 
Looked like I had a mask on!
By lynn83 from Idaho on 8/31/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Smooth
Cons:
Ineffective
Describe Yourself:
Natural
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I was using Almay Nearly Naked Makeup Flawless and Weightless in Buff for a few months and decided to try the new Smart Shade makeup. Well I put it on and I noticed that it did not blend together well on my jaw area. Also it looked like there was white lining my lips. My mother told me so too. It did not go to the shade of my fair light colored skin...and I put on the lightest smart shade. I was disappointed and I went back to wearing Almay Nearly Naked liquid foundation because that kind makes it look like I do not have makeup on.

 
I would buy this product again
By catVerified Purchaser from Oxford, NC on 8/30/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Smooth
Cons:
None- very happy
Best Uses:
Everyday
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Natural
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

very natural looking

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
It sucks
By Cindy the makeup artist from HoUsToN, tX on 8/15/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Soft
Cons:
Doesn't work, Ineffective
Describe Yourself:
Adventurous, Natural
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

It does not work at all i've tried it and it does not cover nothin at all.When you put it on it looks like cream and and it stays like that, it doesnt look like makeup at all.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
More like a tinted moisterizer
By ladiosa from los angeles,ca on 7/30/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight
Cons:
Ineffective
Best Uses:
Everyday
Describe Yourself:
Trendy/Hip
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

It is like a tinted moisturizer, i did not have any coverage, actually i can say tinted moisturizer has more coverage, it was though very light and felt like i was wearing nothing at all.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good Stuff
By Me from New Orleans on 7/30/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Smooth
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

Finally the perfect shade!!!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
ummmm
By courtney from chicago on 6/5/2007
Pros:
Smooth
Cons:
Ineffective
Best Uses:
Everyday

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

it made my skin kook orange and kind of cakey. ive only used it a couple timed and not used to put foundation on with my fingers. It does really change into your skins color but taked a little time. there is not enough product for the money. it also had really light coverage and i have clear skin. i had to put extra on in some places. i would recommend it to someone with perfect skin just looking for a everyday light natural look

 
Total Perfection in 5 seconds!
By Tessa The (now) Happy from Pittsburgh,PA on 5/28/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Natural Look, No Cake-On Look, No need for concealing, Smooth
Cons:
None at all
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday, Going Out, Prefectionists, Sensitive Skin, Travel
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

Easy to use,perfect, and gives you an airbrushed face that will definatly put pep on your step!

 
not the best but not the worst
By kay from glendale, az on 5/27/2007
Cons:
Dark in bright light
Best Uses:
Ur out of ur good stuf
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

doesnt mach skin well or blend well

 
Not for fair skin
By Ann from Brooklyn, NY on 5/22/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight
Best Uses:
All Skin Types
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I liked the texture, it is lightweight, but the lightest shade was too dark for my fair skin.

 
I LOVE IT!!
By Nana from Royal Oak, MI on 5/21/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply
Best Uses:
Everyday
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

This is the best makeup I have found in years. I read the other reviews and totally disagree. I have medium colored skin, I never saw any orangy coloring. From the first time I used it, I loved it.

 
Not what I expected.
By SaraVerified Reviewer from Phoenix on 4/30/2007
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Ineffective
Best Uses:
Sensitive Skin
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

This did not blend easily and made my skin look orange. As previously stated, it provided very little coverage for blemishes which is why I use foundation to begin with. Not worth it's price.

 
This is GREAT!!
By Brnidgrl from Fort Wayne, IN on 4/13/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Natural Look, Smooth
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I hate buying and wearing foundation: I always buy the wrong shade, it doesn't blend well, it looks too heavy after a few hours on my combination oily skin... This makeup solves ALL of those problems! It matches / blends perfectly, it's lightweight - I can hardly tell I have it on! This will be a staple in my makeup bag from now on! I can't think of any cons... It's a very sheer coverage. If you're looking for something heavy, look elsewhere.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
My favourite of all
By ladyofthemyst from Canada on 3/20/2007
Pros:
Easy To Apply, Lightweight, Long Lasting, Natural Look, Smooth
Best Uses:
All Skin Types, Everyday, Going Out, Sensitive Skin, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

This stuff is amazing. I'm allergic to pretty much everything, but not this. My skin texture seems better after using it. It's not oily at all, not does it irritate my dry spots (I have combination skin). It doesn't not give me acne. I have received many compliments. It's absolutely invisible.

For those who are trying it for the first time, be warned that it may look a little odd the first time (it was orangey yellow on me). For whatever reason, after the 2nd time it perfectly blends. I have very pale skin and usually cannot find any make-up that is pale enough that doesn't make me look at all pastey. It adds warmth to my skin, but is seamless.

Also, it evens out colour perfectly, but doesn't not COVER UP par se. It evens your skin tone and makes you look younger. Use cover sticks (Almay also) for the spots and dark circles.

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
Didnt surprise me...
By TatVerified Reviewer from Anaheim, CA on 1/23/2007
Pros:
It blended easily
Cons:
Expensive, Low Quality
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I wasnt surprised that this didnt work. I have to agree with the person who first wrote a review, it did give me an orange look also, and made my skin darker. I will admit, it blended easily, but it didnt cover any problem areas on my face (which other foundations such as Maybellines pure foundation or L'oreals True match foundation do cover.) I suppose this would be good for people with dark skin, not with light. [...]

[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
Not for me.
By KarenVerified Reviewer from Southampton, MA on 1/19/2007
Cons:
Doesn't work as claimed, Expensive
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

I'll start off by saying that I am very fair-skinned. Because of this, I have a hard time finding foundation that is light enough for me. This product claims to "transform into a shade that complements your skintone", but it came out looking slightly orangy, which does NOT complement my skintone. It also doesn't do much to even out skin tone. I could very clearly see the little capillaries around my nose and my freckles. Those are the main reasons that I bother to wear foundation. This might work well on someone with darker skin, but I would not recommend it to anyone with fair skin.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
wave of the future!
By sandy quance from west chester, pa on 1/18/2007
Pros:
Durable, Good Value
Cons:
Price was a little high, VERY sheer finish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Almay Almay Smart Shade Makeup with SPF 15 Light-Medium 1oz.:

it's awesome once you get the hang of it, which usually comes after 2-3 uses. The color did look darker than my skin tone, but when blended it looked right. the finish was also a lot lighter/sheerer than i expected, but if you're looking for a tinted moisturizer-type effect, this is it!

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