ARTISTRY™ Light Reflective Lotion SPF 15, Blushing Radiance

Photo© 2008 Sasha Manuel

ARTISTRY™
Light Reflective Lotion
SPF 15
Blushing Radiance

(Maquillaje Humectante Iluminador
FPS 15)

Active ingredients: Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Zinc Oxide 3.0%

Among all the ARTISTRY™ loots I got, this one I did not find in their website. AND it’s the one that surprised me the most.

Staring at the pearly white soft tube, I was expecting just your run-of-the-mill skincare product (taking the cue from the term ‘lotion’ printed down the front). I had thought it was another alternative to a moisturiser or a day cream. Nothing really special. I wasn’t about to switch to a new moisturiser. Heck, I don’t really use the RevaleSkin Day Cream, much less consider using this one from ARTISTRY™.

But, lo and behold, I had noticed something about it that sets it apart.

I reckon it wasn’t kidding when it was christened “Blushing Radiance” cuz the shimmer and shade it leaves on your skin can be described as blushing and radiant.

I would classify it as makeup rather than your typical skincare product. This is a good thing. Yes, it’s great that it has SPF cuz it does offer a decent amount of protection while it makes your skin look more pretty. Alternative to your moisturiser? Yea, for days (or nights) wherein you want your face to have that extra glitter. It’s perfect for days when you simply want some SPF on your skin and less need for layers of makeup, just to get that radiant look. But I’m still more comfortable in keeping Elizabeth Arden Intervene Pause & Effect Moisture Creme my default daily moisturiser. BUT I wouldn’t mind keeping this for odd “no makeup” I’m-gonna-let-my-skin-breathe days.

Applying the Light Reflective Lotion can be a chore. It’s advisable to use a sponge instead of your fingertips cuz it can get quite messy. But to be fair, it does easily glide over your skin. I’ve only used it once. No visible signs of caking. Don’t mistake it for a foundation, though, it does gives off this feeling of redundancy. I use liquid foundation you see. It’s quite heavy on the skin so be careful to apply moderately. Stay clear of your eyes, too.

Thank god this one has a decent scent. Can’t quite peg the notes but it’s pleasant, a bit perfume-y but not too heavy.

I still feel I need to use it a few more times in order to fully give you the final verdict. But right now, let me just leave you with my initial thoughts and just stay tuned for any additional inputs. Perhaps some of you have already given this product a go. Feel free to share your experiences. Your thoughts are much appreciated.