Review: Maybelline AngelFit Flawless Affinity Foundation

10 September 2007 | Tine

When Maybelline Japan launched the AngelFit Flawless Affinity Foundation, I was quite keen to try it out. I reckon it was the pink compact which sparked my interest more than the foundation itself :p (similar to the pink compact by Kanebo T’estimo, but the latter’s prettier, and more expensive)

Description:

Revolutionary ultra-light “micro-thin oxy powders” blend so well onto your skin that how many layers you apply, your flaws are perfectly covered but your pores are never clogged. Truly fits to your skin and never feels cakey or powdery.

Exclusive “pink pearls” especially designed for Asian complexion, neutralises the dullness of your skin tone for a translucent radiant finish.

Contains camomile essence, royal jelly and Vitamin E.

This product does not clog pores and is dermatologist-tested.

I bought the “Natural Ochre” shade, which suits my skin. The two-way cake is quite fine upon application, and does not look cakey (very important for me; I hate the cakey look as that would emphasise whatever lines I have). It’s quite long-lasting too; I had it on all day at work, and did not fade off.

This two-way foundation also contains SPF22/PA++, which is also another plus point for me. The compact’s not too big, which makes it easy to bring around. Plus, I like the pink case :p

The product does warn users that it contains royal jelly, which could cause anaphylactic shock for those who are allergic to royal jelly.

You can apply dry or wet: dry for oily to combination skin for a light and natural coverage, and wet for normal to dry skin for natural and long-lasting coverage. Blend evenly using a sponge with smooth, gentle strokes. I like to apply a very thin layer of foundation on my face first, just to even out the skin tone, before applying the powder on my face (dry method). The overall effect is quite natural.

The foundation comes in six shades.

Maybelline’s AngelFit Flawless Affinity Foundation retails at RM39.90 at all participating Maybelline counters.

What I like about it: Does not clog pores, nor gives you the cakey feeling. Contains SPF. Oh, and did I mention I like the pink? :p

What I did not like about it: So far, nothing. Yet.

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Poll: What Determines Your Choice Of Beauty Products?

9 September 2007 | Tine

Missed a poll last week since I was out of town. So for today, it’s going to be a real easy one. What determines your choice of beauty products? What do you look out for?

Would you buy something because of its name? Or would your budget dictate your choice? There’s nothing wrong with going for the name; I mean, I would normally go for something reputable rather than something obscure and never heard of. Still, there are cheaper products out in the market which do a similar job which doesn’t break the bank.

So yeah, I guess it’s half and half for me, depending on what I want to buy. But if I have to choose (well, the poll makes me choose), I’d go for the brand. At least I know it’s safe to use.

So ladies, what’s your take?

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Review: Kanebo Inner Balance Moisture Polish Essence 40ml/1.3oz

6 September 2007 | Tine

I purchased Kanebo’s Inner Balance Moisture Polish from StrawberryNET during their August sales. Maybe it’s just me, but for some reasons, I do not see this sold at Kanebo salons. Anyways, due to the sales, I thought I’d give it a go.

Kanebo Inner Balance Moisture Polish Essence

The essence comes in a glass bottle, and contains some kind of shimmery substance in it, which I assume to be the micro-grained polish. When you spread it on your fingers and hand, you’ll see a very tiny bits of glitter, but when you apply it on your face, it’ll disappear (too small to be seen anyway). With the tiny polish bits, it’s meant to brighten and smoothen the skin.

I’ve been using the essence for over two weeks now, and, to be honest, I didn’t notice much difference to my skin. It does not exactly feel smoother; either the essence is taking a much longer time to take effect, or it doesn’t work at all. My face does look a little brighter than before though, I’d give it props for that. Whitening effect, maybe?

Still, just for a little brightness to the face and nothing else, I don’t think it’s really worth the money I paid for. But then again, I still have quite a lot of it to go, so maybe there’ll be a more significant improvement to the skin if I give it more time (I could just be overly optimistic though).

If you do intend to get this, I’d recommend using the essence sparingly, as it tends to leave a sticky feeling on the face. Give it a few minutes before applying your moisturiser.

At the time of this review, Kanebo’s Inner Balance Moisture Polish 40ml/1.3oz is going at RM252.50, which, in my opinion, is very expensive. I bought mine during the August sales for RM137.50.

I would agree with Paris that it’s more worth it to get makeup at StrawberryNET rather than skincare products as the former’s cheaper than retail prices (the latter could actually be even more expensive). Especially if you get ’em during their monthly sales, which could get you a pretty decent 50% discount or more.

What I like about it: Other than the pretty shimmery bits of the essence, nothing.

What I did not like about it: The shimmery bits doesn’t do anything to my face, hardly any difference after use. Expensive (after-sales price).

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I’m Baaaacck!

5 September 2007 | Tine

I’m finally back from my week-long holiday. And with a change in status too. Tee hee hee!

Will be back with more beauty stuff once I’m a bit sorted with my work and all, which is sadly piling up after a week away from the office *gulp*. But rest assured, I’ll be back very very soon, with more product reviews I managed to scour over the last couple of weeks 😉

Stay tuned!

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