Lancome Visionnaire [LR2412 4%]



[LR 2412 4%]
Advanced Skin Corrector
Wrinkles - Pores - Evenness
1.0 Oz.



Received a sample of Lancome's newly launched skincare product - Visionnaire (1ml).  It is an advanced skin corrector that reduces fine lines, pores and skin texture imperfections.  It is safe for all skin types, even sensitive skins. 

Visionnaire Skin Corrector contains LR 2412 which is a molecule designed to propel through skin layers.  I have extracted some information about Lancome Visionnaire Skin Corrector:

"On its path, it triggers a cascading series of micro-transformations and acts biologically on the 12 key targets of aging.   LR 2412 is a small molecule. It is also amphiphilic, which means it is able to merge naturally with both aqueous and lipid structures in the skin. As soon as it is applied, LR 2412 therefore merges with surface lipids without impairing skin's barrier function. It is such a visionary molecule that it is now protected by 20 International Patents!"

"It can be integrated into your routine in addition to your usual products. It has a non-oily formula which means that it will not make your skin sticky if you layer it with other products."

"So powerful that 2 out of 3 women tempted by a cosmetic procedure intended to postpone it - based upon the self-assessment of the total of all consumers tested at 4 and 6 weeks." 

Wow...sounds amazing huh?  I have tried it for the past three days (with Lancome Genifique Youth Activator) and so far have not noticed any significant results yet (some said immediate improvement ..).  Anyway, I'm hoping for the 'miracle' improvement in my pores with this limited amount (1ml) of Visionnaire. 

The recommended skincare routine of Visionnaire:

(1) Visionnaire Pre-Correcting Advance Lotion (to prepare and soften skin).

(2) Genifique Youth Activator (serum booster and youth activator)

(3) Visionnaire [LR2412 4%] Advanced Skincare Corrector

(4) Visionnaire [LR2412 4%] Advanced Emulsion

Feel free to comment and thanks for reading:)!

Maquillage - "Sealed with a Kiss"

Read from Cleo Magazine September Edition about Maquillage's new release - liquid rouge.  I was instantly attracted by the model, the concept (beautiful Chu-New-Lip) and of course, the oh-so-kawaii packaging!  It is recommended to go with Maquillage Lighting Eyes Creator and Face Creator (3D) in order to create the "Sealed with a Kiss" Makeup Look. 

Items that I got are:

Maquillage Lighting Eyes Creator - VI342 - S$65

From left to right - Ivory gold, light purple, grayish-brown and light blue (frosty)

① - Brightening Base

②- Clear Sumptous Color

③- Accentuating Shadow

④ - Shimmery Pearl

Spread ① over the entire eyelid.

Apply ② over the sockets.

Apply ③ from the outer and inner corners towards the center, along the hollow of the eyes.

For elegant sheen look

Apply ④ pearl powder over the entire upper eyelid with the brush to achieve a refined sheen.

For glamorous luster look

Dab ④ pearl powder on the center of the lid with your fingertip to create a glamorous luster.

Product description:
A gel-type eye shadow palette from Spring 2011 collection.  Each palette has four colors that creates two different looks - elegant sheen and glamorous luster.  Use the "Shimmery Pearl" on the right of the compact to create different radiant looks to suit all occasions.  The shimmer powder is coated in fine gel beads that maintain color and shine.

Available in:
BL331
VI342
BE313
PK354

Jie Jie's view:
It is in soft tone and the shades are very light (as you can see from the swatches).  All shades come with shimmery, especially ④ which has visible glitters.  Pigmentation, as compared to Lunasol is slightly below expectation.  My preference will be ② and ③ for more wearable every day look.  Really like the combination of light purple and grayish-brown that creates the dimension as illustrated in Maquillage website  Maquillage's illustration on Lighting Eyes Creator.  In Jie Jie's view, you can skip this palette if you have the similar colors or prefer more intense colour than natural, or you are not a fan of Maquillage (I do agree that the palette is pricey).  For me, I definitely love this palette although it is shimmery, I just need to apply with a light hand and mix with other matte eye shadow to create an acceptable office look :).
  
My next pick would be BE313 or PK354 :).

Next will be the highlight of this post - the new liquid rouge!


Liquid rouge (6g) - S$43
The applicator is sponge-tip wand



RS 794 - Blush Rose

The applicator is sponge-tip wand

Product description:
It is a essence glamorous rouge which has gel silicon in it. It has this bounce hold effect to create plumping and gloosing veil (to cover rough and uneven patches).  Non-fragrance.

It has 6 colours available, from natural to glamorous shade:
BE 790 Nude Glamour Beige
RD 791 Harmonious Red
OR 292 Tint Coral
PK 393 Hot Pink (highly recommended shade)
RS 794 Blush Rose (Jie Jie's pick)
RS 595 Rouge Rose

Do check out the commercial video on Liquid Rouge - Chu-New-Lip!  and http://gakuu.com/chu-new-lip/ for intepretation of chu-new-lip.

Jie Jie's view:
It is tinted lip gloss and really creates the plumping effect.  It is moisturing and this liquid rouge has very fine shimmers which is unnoticeable.  The staying power is satisfactory but with slight stickiness on my lips after a few drinks. 

In Jie Jie's view, you should try it, considering the unique packaging and plumping effect.  My next pick would be RD791 or RS 595 :).

I also picked up Maquillage lip liner as I have finished up Revlon color-stay lip liner.

Refill - RD563 - S$24
Lipliner holder - S$29 with lip brush



Product description:

It is a long-wearing lip liner to sculpt your lips beautifully.  It lasts for 6 hours.

Jie Jie's view:

The shade matches my lip tone well.  It glides on smoothly and does not dry my lips.  It is long lasting, same as Revlon's one.  I know, some would probably say it is pricey for a lip liner.  In Jie Jie's view, it is refillable (the refill is S$24) as compared to Revlon lip liner which is about S$19 plus.  I would definitely repurchase it.   

Feel free to comment and thanks for reading :)!

Mask of the day - It's tea time!!

Spotted this mask at Guardian Store near my place last week :)

Earl Grey Tea and Macaron Sheet Mask (One box comes with 2 pieces) - S$3.60 at Guardian Store

Product description:

A brightening pearl mask which helps to illuminate and clarify the face in a 20-minute treatment. Each mask has 23ml of ingredients such as sweet yeast extract, bergamot essential oils, citrus fruits extract (orange and lemon), essence from sweet almond, egg whites and cane sugar and others. Tea protects and perfects skin's whiteness whereas macaron enriches with a translucent brightness. It also contains fragrance.

Jie Jie's view:

I bet no one could resist the packaging, it is absolutely cute and gives you the feel of having elegant afternoon tea! The mask really smells like citrus tea. Just leave it on for about 15 to 20 mins, remove it and pat dry. I normally wait for about one hour or so, then rinse it off with water ('cos the essence had already absorbed into my skin). I can feel that my skin is supple with slight brightening effect. No irritation noted. Thumbs up and must try :)!

MBD Chocolate Truffle Sheet Mask will be next :)

Blushers and highlighter

Watson is currently having 20% off cosmetics products such as KATE, Canmake, MJ, Revlon etc.  I have been eyeing Canmake and Kate for the last two weeks:

1. Canmake highlighter
2. Canmake cheek and cheek 
3. Kate cheek colour

Canmake highlighter in 05 baby beige - S$11.92 (retail price: S$14.90)

Product description:  It is a highlighter to correct your skin colour so as to keep a healthy glow and bright transparency all day.  The micropowder is smooth and just one swift stroke to complete your finished makeup.

Jie Jie's view: It is beige in pink and pearl undertone.  The texture is soft and blend easily into my skin, it turns out naturally and growy.  I use it with a light hand on my T-zone and dab a bit under eyes area.  The staying power is so so and definitely have to re-touch up for a night out.

Canmake cheek and cheek in 01 Candy Flower - S$15.12 (retail price: S$18.90)

Product description:   Flower-like colors.  The high-color shades will make it look as though your cheeks are suddenly flushed with happiness.  The moist powder clings tightly to your cheeks.  Use the two shades cleverly to make your face look smaller.  It can be used a layer over the top if you are using cream cheek as a base, to make the color last even longer! 

4 shades are available:
01 Candy Flower
02 Rose Tiara
03 Gerbera Kiss
04 Love Blossom
(source: Canmake.com)

Jie Jie's view:  The blusher is in baby pink and girlish orange, reminds me of Jill Stuart blusher.  The name of the blush is adorable too.  Good pigmentation.  Definitely have to apply with a light hand to avoid looking like a barbie doll.

Left: Baby pink
Right:  Orange
(Sorry that my hp camera wash out the colours by one tone lighter)

Kate cheek colour (by Kanebo) - OR-1 - S$17.60 (retail price: S$22.00)

Product description: 2 shades of cheek color with a rounded brush for a soft chiseled finish.
4 shades are available:
PK-1
RD-1
OR-1
BR-1

Jie Jie's view:  I love the neutral peach and beige when I tested it on my hand (see photo below).  The texture is soft and not too shimmery.  Good pigmentation.  The combination of peach and beige is a perfect mix for a natural glow to the cheeks :).  The small kabuki brush is soft as it is made of horse hair!   I'm really impressed with Kate blusher, definitely a good buy!

Please share your thoughts if you have tried it before, thanks for reading :)!



Jie Jie's August 2011 favourites

Hi there, I'd like to share my favourite products for this month.

(1) The Soap and Glory Cosmetics - Arch De Triumph - Made in Germany

Product description:  It is a two-step brow shading and highlighting crayon to achieve instantly beautiful eyebrows.

Jie Jie's view: I have been using the highlighter for few times, the pink tone is matte and gives instant highlights on the 'arch' of my brow naturally.  It also covers up the redness on my browbone.  No irritation noted.

 
(2)  Skin Food - Peach Sake T-Zone Black Gel (20g) - Made in Korea

Product description: It is a T-zone gel made with sake and peach extracts.  Helps to relieve skin troubles caused by excess sebum.  Leaves the skin around the T-zone matte and fresh.  Use before makeup, apply small amount over T-zone, avoid the eye coutour area.

Jie Jie's view:  It is a clear gel and has a pleasant peach sake scent.  Dries up in less than 10 seconds when apply.  Although it does not give me a totally shine-free T-zone but it helps my T-zone appears less shiny for at least 6 hours.  I use it daily and so far no break out noted.

(3) Kate blendzone eye shadow duo (by Kanebo) in BR-1 (1.6g) - Made in Japan

Jie Jie's view: I picked up Kate eye shadow duo from a local drugstore in Japan last August 2010.  The eye shadow is designed to be used either individually or blend together in a few swipes.  The colour pigmentation is undoubtedly good (the brown shows up in just one swatch!).  It has a buildable colour intensity noting these are neutral shades.  The shimmer is soft and not too glitterly.   No substantial fall out noted. 

Top: Light Beige
Bottom: Medium Brown with gold undertone 

Please feel free to comment and thanks for reading :)!

P/s Cutie Fishball, you're tagged to do your favourite products of the month :p !

Yume Jewelry

Yume Jewelry is originally from Japan and it is very popular among Japanese and Taiwanese for its unique and signature design ~ personalised name/carved initial necklace.  It offers made to order necklace which is carved from either solid 925 silver, rose gold, 18k gold or 22k gold.   There are 20 types of font, 8 types of necklaces (depending on specific designs), diversified birthstones, crystals, cubic zirconia and diamonds available to create a personalised necklace.  Each order takes about 14 working days to delivery.  Thanks to cutie fishball who is very resourceful, she provided most of the information on Yume Jewelry and executed my order via her friend in Hong Kong ^.^ 

Yume Jewelry has its physical and online stores in Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, Germany (not sure if it has physical stores in Germany), except for Singapore (the website is not valid :S ).   Here's the link in English  http://www.yumejewelry.com/ , take note that the rest of Yume Jewelry websites are in their respective languages.

My choice is design no.SJ063 ~ a 4-diamond line with one letter necklace 排鑽單字訂做項鍊 at HKD790 (about SGD 123).  Note that the 'diamond' is man-made stone ~ Cubic Zirconia (方晶鋯石).  I did not choose their signature designs and other oh-so-kawaii designs simply because it is not 'age appropriate' for me :).

Sample photo (extracted from Yume Jewelry Taiwan)

Each Yume product comes with a gift box, a paper carry bag, one piece of jewelry cleaning cloth and product cards ^^.

Adore the packaging...

My choice of letter is "J"

The workmanship is very exquisite and absolutely worth the money :)

  

It came with one year guarantee card and silver cleaning cloth, very thoughtful ^^ 

Feel free to comment and thanks for reading :)

Paul & Joe Summer Collection 2011

L'Horizon Bleu, is the Paul and Joe's theme for Summer collection 2011^^.

The collection mainly comprises of blue and brown colours, which deeply inspired by the romantic blue ocean, white sand and summer sun-light.  When I first read about this collection from other beauty bloggers, I immediately attracted by the gorgeous packaging (in pastel blue), 'twin fish' bronzer and the blue whale design makeup pouch^^. 

Makeup

Eye Gloss Duo B (Limited edition) S$46 each (5.7ml)
~ 001 Smooth Sailing
~ 002 Fathom
~ 003 Depth

The eye gloss duo is a double-ended eye gloss in cream texture, give yours eyes a stunning sparkling pearl finish, reflected the soul of the sea, creating an ocean beauty for eyes.  

Eye colour B (Limited edition) S$35 each (2.1g)
~ 001 Le Midi
~ 002 Adrift
~ 003 Tranquility

As you can see that the eyeshadows are inspired by real sense of the movement of sea waves.  The eyeshadow has good pigmentation with fine shimmers, very fascinating shades.

Top: 001, 002, 003
Bottom: 001, 003

Lip Gloss B (Limited edition) S$35 each (6ml)

~ 001 L'Horizon Bleu

~ 002 Swept Away

~ 003 Sailor's Delight

You can tell from the product that it is inspired by stunning sea world and summer sun-light.

From left to right: 003, 001

Bronzer B (Limited edition)
~ 001 Seiren

This bronzer is presented in 'Twin Fish' (such an adorable design^^).  It is perfect for creating a sun-kissed look that is light and glowing.  Sadly, this bronzer is not available in Singapore which really puzzled me a lot :S!  Thanks to my buddy ~ Cutie Fishball, she helped me to order it from Hong Kong^^!

Nail Enamel (Limited edition)
~ 012 Vinyl (red)
~ 013 Bonbon (rose)
~ 014 Confetti (silver)
~ 015 Venus (Blue)
~ 016 Mediterranean (Deep blue)

Applying these fabulous nail colours, your nails and toes are going to shine like the sun on the sea, give you a teasing tropical touch! 


Beauty products
 
Body lotion B (Limited edition) - S$54 (200ml)

It is in gel texture and gives you the cooling sensation with a hint of zesty marine floral fragrance smell.  Definitely great for summer, keeping your skin cool, refresh and hydrated.  This is definitely a must-have lotion!

Emery Board 2011 (Limited edition in fish design)
Blotting Paper 2011 (Whale design)

And makeup organizer in cute whale design - they called it Vacances Collection 2011.  I got these two pouches - makeup organizer and small makeup pouch, as gifts with purchase!

All those photos shown above are items that I picked up. In Jie Jie's view, the must-have items are eye shadow (powder), Bronzer B and the lotion as the rest of the items are just way too shimmery for me.

Feel free to comment and thanks for reading :)