Shiseido The Skincare Protective Lip Conditioner

Shiny, but not very moisturizing

If you are looking for something very moisturizing (e.g. winter dry months), this is probably not what you are looking for. However, if you are looking for something that makes your lips very shiny and add gloss to your natural lip color, it works as a superb gloss that shows off your true lip color. However, for the price, I would expect the lip conditioner to perform both.

July 16, 2008

Shiseido The Makeup Compact Foundation

Great Compact

This Compact Foundation is great for people with combination skin. Its consistency is a bit creamy so it avoids the tacky feel of liquid foundation and the dry powdery look. The coverage is fairly light but extremely natural looking (provided you find one that matches your skin color). It may not be suirtable for those looking for more coverage. I also do not think it's suitable for dry skin.

December 11, 2007

Lancome Bienfait Multi-Vital SPF 30 Lotion

Great Sunscreen For Daily Use

This sunscreen is light and great for those with normal or combination skin. It has adequate SPF level for everyday use and the added antioxidant is always a plus. However, I don't understand why Lancome doesn't advertise exactly which 8 anti-oxidants are in the product. As this is not waterproof, it is not suitable for humid or beach weather, but great for daily use.

December 1, 2007

Caudalie Lip Conditioner

Very Moisturizing!

For a 12 dollar lip balm, I had very high expectation when I first purchased it a few months ago. Now I have 4 at one time, one at home and one in each of my 3 purses. It is an excellent balm in terms of keeping your lips moisturized and shiny. A definite must for cold winters. The texture is very smooth and thin, although it may feel a little "oily" but I think that reflects its moisturizing effect. The only downside is that the tip of the balm is shaped in an angled shape like a normal lipstick, so if you push on it too hard, it can break.

December 1, 2007