No7 Shine Free Make-Up Base

"Keep shiny skin under control all day long, with No7 Shine Free Make-Up Base.  The mattifying oil-free base has light-reflecting particles which help disguise fine lines and flaws."

I've tried several times to make this product work, but I just can't.  It feels like applying polyfiller :(
Its extremely viscous and like clay.  It also isn't scent free, it has an odd smell, but that doesn't bother me too much.  I don't like it because it drags on the skin and dries before you even spread it very far, then you feel it tight on the skin, after 5 mins it does leave the skin nice and smooth but it doesnt feel good on the skin.

I've tried applying the moisturiser first, which helps it spread but it tends to form little rolls and fall of the face. Definitely don't wait for the moisturiser to sink in cause it will never spread in. When i put make-up on top it just leaves a thick layer on skin which rolls off, even when I wait 5 mins + before applying the foundation.   Very hard to not have large tide marks.  I won't be buying it again, though i am still trying to make it work when I dont have to go out. If anyone has any application tips let me know!

I've read a lot of reviews on this product and most seem to agree it's a nightmare to apply, but it does definately give you a matt surface (feels like it achieves this by sucking out all the moisture though)

I'll do some photos next time I attempt it!