Makeup Expert Guesses Cheap vs Expensive Foundation | Allure

Cosmetic chemist Javon Ford has been challenged to compare different types of foundations and see if he can guess which are the most expensive products. How many will he get right? Watch to find out!

Director: Christie Garcia
Director of Photography: Lauren Pruitt, Kevin Dynia
Editor: Brady Jackson
Talent: Javon Ford
Producer: Amy Haskour
Line Producer: Jen Santos
Associate Producer: Shelby Boamah
Production Manager: Mark Bond
Production Coordinator: Jamal Colvin
Casting Producer: Vanessa Brown
Camera Operator: Alfonso
Gaffer: Gautam Kadian
Audio: Rehanna Chandan
Production Assistant: Alexia Hall
Production Designer: Shaina Yang
Post Production Supervisor: Christian Olguin
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Supervising Editor: Erica Dillman
Additional Editor: Jason Malizia
Assistant Editor: Ben Harowitz
Graphics Supervisor: Ross Rackin
Graphics, Animation, VFX: Léa Kichler


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[haidehollins]

You need to change this title Allure! Javon is a cosmetic chemist and he covers more than just makeup!

[alexiasitton]

I think Javon deserves more credit. I didn't expect to watch this video all the way through, but he's so knowledgeable and charismatic that I couldn't stop watching. Does he have his own channel or something? I want more of him!

[pretty_saucy]

If Javon is willing to collaborate regularly, I would love to see this as a series. An APPROPRIATELY TITLED series, though.

[scholargrrl]

I like how he wasn't derogatory about the lower price point items and complimentary about both in most cases. This is really good for people who cannot afford the higher price points. 💕

[hgo]

I'm not familiar with him but I want to hear more. He explains things so well. Also, thank you to the ppl in the comments who let us know he's a chemist.

[moviesnmoscato]

"Makeup expert" had me expecting a makeup artist. This man is a whole CHEMIST! Re-title this video & put some respect on his name 🔥🔥. Awesome content & info though

[mealprepweightloss]

You must RECTIFY this mistake ASAP!!!!I I totally agree with the other commenters.Please change the title and give him what he He worked hard for this!!!! HE IS A COSMETIC CHEMIST!!!!

[nomsodka]

i feel like he’s a very good teacher. he explains things really nicely and easy to understand

[jmorgan]

Javon is a Cosmetic CHEMIST. The man is a trained scientist. Please refer to him by his earned professional title. This is the content I’m here to see. He’s informative, knowledgeable, and engaging.

[hannahckirk]

This was more effective at convincing me to buy expensive products than any influencers videos have ever been tbh 😭

[Jojorightnow]

Wow! I love this chemist!! Educated, descriptive, no shade to cheaper brand. I want to see more of him!!!!

[zimzim]

Javon did so well, I learnt so much. He was charismatic and so engaging, please bring him back for more videos. I loved his easy and short explanations.

[nikolateslaize]

1. Stick Foundations: A. (Winner) Hourglass Vanish B. Skin By Mented 2. Blurring Foundations: A. Morphe Filter Effect B. Tom Ford Traceless Soft Matte (Winner) 3. Long Wear Foundations: A. Maybelline Superstay (He liked it) B. Estée Lauder Double Wear (Winner) 4. Full Coverage Foundations: A. Huda Faux Filter B. Maybelline Fit Me Matte and Poreless (Winner)

[madisonceola]

As a chemist, I personally would be frustrated if a video featuring me using my chemistry knowledge boiled my title down to “makeup expert” 🙃

[qtnnguyen]

Yes finally a chemist to talk about the science behind the makeup. He is not just a makeup expert he is a scientist and deserves the proper title! Thank you for educating us Javon!

[MissAnitaBell]

We love to to an excellent Howard graduate !!!! Educate the good people Javon!

[Jadaaaawaydaaa]

We want another video of him, make it a series allure . He’s impeccable

[titilayoderricotte]

Soooo GREAT to see Javon Ford on Allure's platform... His commentary and evaluations/critiques are always SO informative on insta, and I've been secretly hoping that he would begin to branch out to larger platforms... The man is very knowledgeable, and I feel like he delivers fact-based information on our favorite makeup trends!

[saraling]

Please bring Javon back! I learned so much more about foundations and how their ingredients really matters for quality!

[luiysia]

i love that he explains the ingredients instead of fear monger about "chemicals"