HERA Black Cushion Foundation Set (15g+Refill 15g) (9 Shades)
“The HERA Black Cushion offers powerful, long-lasting matte coverage, making it a strong contender for those with oily to combination skin.”
Across sources: Olive Young 102 · Glowpick 50
Best for Oily and combination skin types seeking high coverage, a matte finish, and long wear.
View on Olive Young Global ↗ Also on Naver from ₩34,200 · 헤라 ↗Key ingredients
- Refining pigment
- Flower extracts
Full ingredient list (30) · via Glowpick
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Mica, Cyclohexasiloxane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Iron Oxide Yellow, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glycerin, Polysilicone-11, Polysorbate 40, Iron Oxide Red, Polysorbate 80, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance, Lauroyl Lysine, Stearic Acid
👍 Pros
- Powerful, buildable coverage
- Exceptional staying power
- Consistent matte finish
- Includes a full refill (15g)
👎 Cons
- May emphasize dry patches on very dry skin
- Matte finish unsuitable for dewy preference
The Gist
The HERA Black Cushion Foundation Set (15g+Refill 15g) (9 Shades) offers a 15g cushion compact with an additional 15g refill, presented in a sleek, updated design. Marketed with a “clear and high purity refining pigment,” it aims for long-lasting, clear skin without feeling heavy. The brand also notes a “skin care base containing flower extracts” for a beautiful application experience, suggesting a focus on both coverage and skin comfort. Its finish is consistently described as matte.
What Korean reviewers say
Olive Young Global shoppers rate the HERA Black Cushion Foundation Set highly at 4.7/5 across 102 reviews. Korean blog reviews frequently praise its powerful coverage and exceptional staying power, often noting it maintains a “bright and comfortable” look all day. Users report a consistent matte finish, making it particularly suitable for combination skin. However, some indicate that its matte nature might be less hydrating for very dry skin, potentially accentuating dry areas. The updated, sleek packaging with smoother edges also receives positive remarks.
Bottom line
Priced at $54.00 for the set including a refill, the HERA Black Cushion Foundation Set presents a reasonable value proposition for its performance. It is a suitable option for those with oily to combination skin types who prioritize powerful, long-lasting coverage with a definitive matte finish.
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