Review : Clinique Derma White Brightening Moisture Gel Cream

*Photo borrowed from Clinique*

PRODUCT INFO FROM SASA.COM:

Contains intensified Black-out Yeast complex combined with skin fortifying concentrate. It goes beyond brightening to strengthen skin's resistance to future darkening. It helps visible reduce dark spots and discolorations and brings new clarity to the skin.
Hydrating, refreshing, oil-free. For oily and combination skin.

RETAIL PRICE: Php 2,050.00

WEIGHT : 30 ml

PROS:
* unscented
* gel-cream is easily absorbed

* moisturizes my face without the greasy/sticky feeling

* didn't break me out

* no peeling or stinging sensation
* feels refreshing
* my face didn't get shiny after an hour or so.

For reference, I have Normal skin with slightly oily t-zone.

CONS:
* this is nice for summer but in the colder months, I need a heavy moisturiser like their Dramatically Different Moisturiser which I've tried before.
Note: I only use this during nighttime since it doesn't contain SPF.
* I didn't notice it lightened my discolorations - but the sample only lasted me for 2 weeks so I can't really tell.

ADDICTION FACTOR:

This is a nice product but I find it expensive haha. Yes, I'm really kuripot (stingy) when it comes to skincare... My day and night moisturisers only costs less than Php 500 each LOL but I'm really hiyang with them.

RATING :
3 / 5

Swatches

not yet blended

When blended.

The gel cream is totally absorbed.

Till next time,

Review : Clinique Almost Powder Makeup

Got this from swap from a fellow Girltalker.

Clinique Almost Powder Makeup in Fair

PRODUCT INFO from CLINIQUE:

More than minerals. Skin looks, acts happier. Long-wear formula helps keep pores out of trouble. Antioxidants and SPF protect skin. This natural, perfecting “no-makeup” makeup is so lightweight, you’ll never even feel it. So foolproof, you can apply it with a sponge, a brush-and almost with your eyes closed. For all skin types. Sheer to moderate coverage.

RETAIL PRICE: Around Php 1,500++. Will verify the price.

WEIGHT : 10 grams

SHADES : Available in 8 shades.
> Fair
> Neutral fair
> Light
> Neutral
> Medium
> Deep
> Deep honey
> Deep gold

WHAT I LIKE:
* love the green, thin compact!
* powder has a fine, smooth texture
* glides like silk on the skin
* feels lightweight
* its Clinique - guaranteed mild!
* unscented
* has SPF 15
* average oil control (3-4 hrs)

WHAT I DON'T LIKE:
* shade is a kinda light on me but this is also great as a highlight powder.
* ordinary powder puffs doesn't fit into the compact
* powder has sheer coverage. Does not cover imperfections.

TIPS:
Since the powder is a bit light for my skintone instead of using a puff, I just use my Everyday Minerals long handled Kabuki brush. I swirl the brush on the powder, tap the excess and apply sparingly on my face.

ADDICTION FACTOR:
Maybe I'll just finish this one up, but will not repurchase. There are other inexpensive powders that work just the same.

RATING :
3.5 / 5

Swatch - taken with flash

I didn't blend the powder so that you can see the color.

Till next time,