A makeup enthusiast’s holy grail product is often something they’ve used for months, years, or even decades. For me, that product would be The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick from Merit, a brand I’ve been eager to try. Recently, I attended a makeup masterclass with the brand, where celebrity MUA Zoe Taylor shared her top tips and tricks for achieving a flawless, glowy look in just five minutes.
I was immediately drawn to the stick format, described as “not a foundation or a concealer, but something that’ll replace both.” It was a unique product that stood out during the tutorial, and I was excited to try it out for myself. After getting professionally shade-matched to Silk, I applied the stick to my face and was blown away by its performance.
The texture of the stick is lightweight and creamy, with a hydrating feel thanks to ingredients like glycerin and fatty acids. It melts seamlessly into the skin with barely any pressure required to blend, leaving a bright and radiant satin finish. The product is also buildable, allowing for easy coverage where needed, without looking cakey or heavy.
I completed my makeup routine using other Merit products, including their Flush Balm Cream Blush and Day Glow Highlighting Balm. All the products layered really well and are fast and easy to use, making it a breeze to achieve a flawless look in just five minutes.
I put the complexion stick through a full-day trial, applying it in the morning and then heading out to see Primal Scream in the evening. By the time I got home, I was amazed by how well it held up. No setting powder, no touch-ups, and yet my skin looked glowy rather than greasy. My makeup hadn’t settled into fine lines or gone patchy around the nose, a common issue with many formulas.
The product is priced at £34, which may seem steep, but considering the amount of product you get, it feels like solid value. The stick format is also genius for targeted application and perfect for travel or on-the-go touch-ups. There’s no waste, and it’s compact enough to throw in your bag without a second thought.
Many people have shared their experiences with the product online, with a 4.5-star rating on the Merit website and 4.1 stars on the Sephora site, based on over 7,000 and 1,284 reviews, respectively. While some have had mixed feelings, with issues like creasing under the eyes or packaging problems, the vast majority of users have been thoroughly impressed with the product’s performance and ease of use.
As one reviewer noted, “Such a beautiful complexion stick and glides onto your face effortlessly. Looks like you’re not wearing any makeup but you actually did! Love it and for a 50-year-old woman, I couldn’t have asked for more!” Another reviewer added, “I have been very faithful to my previous foundation for many years, this is my new one. I’ve ordered it twice now. Looks very natural and clean, no makeup look with good coverage.”
Overall, The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick from Merit is a game-changer for any beauty enthusiast. Its unique stick format, hydrating texture, and buildable coverage make it a must-have for anyone looking for a natural, effortless look.
Key Features
- Unique stick format for targeted application
- Hydrating texture with glycerin and fatty acids
- Buildable coverage for easy customization
- Compact and travel-friendly
- Priced at £34 for a generous amount of product
Benefits
- Natural, effortless look
- Easy to apply and blend
- Buildable coverage for customized look
- Hydrating texture for healthy-looking skin
- Compact and travel-friendly for on-the-go touch-ups
What the Experts Say
“The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick is a game-changer for any beauty enthusiast. Its unique stick format, hydrating texture, and buildable coverage make it a must-have for anyone looking for a natural, effortless look.”
Customer Reviews
- “Such a beautiful complexion stick and glides onto your face effortlessly. Love it and for a 50-year-old woman, I couldn’t have asked for more!”
- “I have been very faithful to my previous foundation for many years, this is my new one. Looks very natural and clean, no makeup look with good coverage.”
- “I have mixed feelings about this product. It was exactly what I was looking for. The right finish, coverage, blend-ability and shade match. However unfortunately it creases very badly under my eyes.”
Price and Value
£34
The product feels like solid value considering the amount of product you get.
Conclusion
The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick from Merit is a must-have for any beauty enthusiast. Its unique stick format, hydrating texture, and buildable coverage make it a game-changer for achieving a natural, effortless look.
