Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF30 Review
If you're a long-time fan of Shiseido's Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation (or its glowier counterpart), you're in for a treat - it's just leveled up! It has a fresh new formula that keeps all the things we love about it, plus some exciting upgrades. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a newcomer curious to see what all the fuss is about, we’ve tested it out, and we've got the scoop on why this revamped formula is worth a spot in your makeup bag!
New, fully recyclable packaging.
New climate-adaptive technology, plus anti-blue-light and pollution protection.
Advanced skincare formula, lifts and firms skin over time.
You Will Love Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF30 If...
- You want buildable coverage that isn't cakey or heavy.
- You don't like your skin to look too matte or too glowy. Just natural!
- You want your foundation to last all day.
- Your foundation needs to have skincare benefits.
- Added hydration is a must-have in your base.
What Does It Do?
The Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation perfects your skin with buildable, medium coverage. It leaves a natural satin finish that looks healthy and fresh. What makes it stand out, though, is its ability to adapt to your skin throughout the day, thanks to ActiveForce technology. This unique feature helps the foundation stay flawless, even through humidity, exercise, or long hours, without transferring or melting. Plus, it provides all-day hydration and SPF30 protection, ensuring your skin stays comfortable and shielded from the sun, while maintaining that "just-applied" look for up to 24 hours.
Key Ingredients:
- Climate-adaptive Technology: refreshes non-stop and protects skin from the environment for a 24-hour flawless finish.
- ActiveForce+™ Technology: synchronises with skin and helps to resist heat, humidity, oil and motion with weightless comfort.
- Algan Oil & Glycerin: smooths skin.
- Barium Sulphate: softens and reflects light.
- Star Fruit Leaf Extract & Beech Tree Bud Extract: firms and lifts skin over time.
What does it look like on the skin?
Your skin looks naturally flawless when you wear this foundation. It leaves a satin finish, so it's not too matte nor too glowy. It covers imperfections and blemishes with ease, and without looking cakey.
How Are The Synchro Skin Foundations Different?
| Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting |
Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing |
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| Coverage | Medium to full, buildable |
Medium to full, buildable |
| Finish | Radiant | Semi-Matte |
| Technology | Climate adaptive technology, anti blue-light and protects against pollution | Climate adaptive technology, anti blue-light and protects against pollution |
| Hydration | 24-hour | 24-hour |
| Skincare Benefits | Firms and lifts skin over time | Firms and lifts skin over time |
Before and After
What Our Team Say:
Ceryn: "I was surprised how well this foundation lasts. My skin looked near perfect at the end of the day, so I'll definitely reach for it when I know I'll be out all day."
Chelsey: "It makes me feel like I have better skin than I have. Whether I have a hormonal breakout or my skin is looking quite dry, this foundation moulds to fit my skin."
Cara: "There's so many shades to choose from which I love, I think there's 30. I was so shocked at how well my colour matched me, it blended in so well."
Leah: "Despite being full coverage, it felt so lightweight and comfortable which I think is rare!"
Jade: "I have quite oily skin and this finish was perfect for me. It mattified areas like my t-zone that needed it, but kept radiance in other areas. It looks very natural."
Zainab: "It's semi-matte, so a little bit of glow still comes through which I like. It really makes your skin look perfect!"
Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF30 Swatches
How many shades are there to choose from?
There are 30 shades of the Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation to choose from.
Does it have SPF?
Yes. this foundation has an SPF30.
How long before I need to reapply?
The beauty of this foundation is that it lasts! It's adaptive technology works with your skin throughout the day so that at the end of the day it looks as fresh as it did when you first applied it.
