This Nostalgic Foundation Makes My Sleep-Deprived Skin Look Well-Rested in Minutes
A foundation that is effortless and instantly refreshes tired skin? It sounds unbelievable, but the Sculpted by Aimee Cream Cushion Foundation truly delivers.
Since becoming a mother, I rarely have more than two minutes to do my makeup on tough days, five if I'm lucky. This is challenging with a toddler who thinks 4am is the perfect time for a remix of "Old McDonald" and "The Hokey Cokey." Consequently, I look more exhausted than awakened by the morning chorus of "ee-ai, ee-ai, oh."
My skin appears dull, I suffer from breakouts on my chin, and my eye bags are so heavy that lifting them seems impossible. What I desperately need, besides a full eight hours of sleep, is a foundation that revitalizes my skin and can be applied quickly—ideally without a mirror.
When the Sculpted by Aimee Cream Cushion Foundation (£28) arrived, I wasn't convinced it would solve my problems. Its baby pink compact looks nostalgic, reminiscent of a '90s Polly Pocket toy—cute but perhaps not practical. However, it proved perfect for fast makeup application.
Having tested hundreds of foundations as a beauty editor, this one quickly became my favorite. People even ask if my baby has started sleeping better—at least I look well-rested for just a fraction of the cost of a sleep consultant.
"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."
Author's summary: This foundation offers quick, effective coverage that revives tired, sleep-deprived skin, making it a lifesaver for busy parents who have little time for elaborate beauty routines.