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Concealers are tough – you need them for everything from imperfections to under-eye darkness, but you also need something that, ideally, will be a perfect base for stuff like shadows and also not accentuate lines.

How about if it did ALL that…firmed/hydrated and protects to help prevent future lines, wrinkles and discoloration?

I can honestly say that La Prairie’s new concealer does ALL these things. It’s a  combination of treated pigments and hydrating ingredients – that, in normal speak – means that it works and continues to work for hours. Like, say, even from the beginning of a flight to the end of your first day of a trip!

It’s one of my favorite brands, so I can’t say I’m surprised, either!

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Sephora

I’m super fair-skinned, so what appears to blend in and conceal on others stands out like a street lamp on me.

Make Up For Ever’s HD Invisible Cover Concealer is completely oil-free and delivers a medium coverage that is just enough to cover the slight blemishes and blotchy spots my lifestyle (i.e. living on martinis and appetizers), affords me.

And even better, while it does all that, it’s invisible! It has a  soft-focus, I love to use it when brightening the eye area, for that always-coveted  radiant look – too, lacking, with my lifestyle. It’s made to look precise and evenly finished on camera, which makes it even more perfect in person!

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Kanebo Sensai Brush Concealer: Treatment Makeup

SENSAI Concealer is enriched with Kanzo (licorice) Extract, a traditional medicinal herb taken from the root of the licorice plant and used to gently soothe blemishes and help prevent irritation. A second key component is Moistened Powder, a unique powder pre-moistened and coated with oil that helps to retain the natural oil in the skin. Silk Extract—prevents moisture loss and allows for a smooth application—and Weightless Glow Factor, is an exquisite, feather-like powder with thin, flat granules which provide smooth coverage and which cause light to reflect evenly off your face. The Concealer also now includes the exclusive Koishimaru Silk Extract which provides superior moisturizing to the skin. Koishimaru Silk was once only reserved for the Imperial Family of Japan, Kanebo was granted the rights to work with this precious fiber.

Received word that this brush-type concealer is coming next month. They claim that they’ve re-engineered this makeup to help better reverse the signs of aging. Certainly caught my attention. I’ve always been intrigued with Kanebo and checking out the unique features, the brush-on applicator and pen-like design, peaked my curiosity even more. I reckon it’s built for easy application and mobility. I’m not sure if it’ll be too bulky compared to the usual tubes or pots that concealers usually come in.

As far as I’ve learned about the product, it contains moisturising ingredients that quickly gets absorbed by the skin, gently moisturising and nourishing it. The Weightless Glow Factor is evenly distributed, uniformly reflecting light, making the skin radiant. And the Moisture Powder acts as a veil for oil and excess moisture.

What is Treatment Makeup? Moisturizing and cosmetic ingredients are applied to the skin in fine layers to achieve a soft dewy complexion and a flawless finish. Water and Silk are layered much the way a fine kimono is layered in Japan. Makeup products are infused with the skincare research, exclusive ingredients and knowledge Kanebo is renowned for.

As much as I want to promise that I’d feature this product in my Eastern Experiments series, I can’t. We’ll see if we can get a sample so we can see whether it can actually deliver.

This brush concealer is part of the NEW Foundation Series of Kanebo.

Scheduled to launch in August, the NEW Foundation Series has been developed with the acclaimed Japanese make-up artist Hisano Komine. Based in Paris, France since 1996 she has produced looks for fashion houses on runways in Paris and Milan and been featured in numerous fashion publications in Europe.

The NEW Foundation Series includes:

* Smoothing Water Make-Up Base deeply hydrates and smoothes the skin preparing it for foundation application. (SRP: $45)

* A re-formulated version of the Brush Type Concealer with ingredients such as Kanzu Extract and Weightless Skin Glow. (SRP: $33)

If any of you guys get to try this product out, do let me us know. We’d love to hear your experience and to see if this is worth the buy.

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“Iconic korean movie queen, Jun Ji Hyun steps into the world stage with a totally nouveau image – from innocent and sexy to chic and edgy with the infectious Asian charm. The secret: Laneige Snow Crystal make-up for unmatched brilliant skin that glows magically.”

One of the looks that the brand and collection can help create is seen on the featured photo. The skin looks naturally radiant and translucent. There are two main components in achieving this, it’s the water foundation as the base makeup and concealer to mask dark circles around the eye area and blemishes, making the skin look toned and even.

They recommend the use of this particular makeup from the Snow Crystal line.

Laneíge
Snow Crystal Dual Foundation SPF 22/PA+

This dual foundation has a concealer at the top and a foundation at the bottom. The foundation comprises the Honey Comb Structure which conjuncts moisturizing ingredients and brings upon the Cross Linking Complex – a complex that runs moisture like a cobweb, keeping moisture running all day. The result: imperfections like dark circles and blemishes are concealed and skin is kept moist and comfortable all day.

It’s available in a variety of beige tones: true, natural, sand, brown and deep beige.

Innovative technology found in Laneíge’s color makeup:

Lighting
6 layered multi-liquid crystallized pigments refine and reflect light.

Fitting
High-density adhering pigment system provides a close adhesion with flexible powder.
Color fit system prevents caking.
Skin-affinity base ingredients instantly melt with skin temperature to promote long lasting wear.

Skincare
Contains 9 amino acid compounds. Vitamin E keeps skin healthy and radiant, and also prevents premature aging.

Where to buy one online? (Esp if you’re in the US or UK cuz stores that carry them are mostly in Singapore, as far as I’ve seen)

Laneige Snow Crystal Dual Foundation #31 cinnamon beige
Laneige Snow Crystal Dual Foundation #13 light beige
Laneige Snow Crystal Dual Foundation #21 natural beige
Laneige Snow Crystal Dual Foundation #23 sand beige

Photo credit: laneige.com.sg

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Here’s a glimpse of my recent look last Tuesday night when I went to a Christmas party. It’s not much but I’m hoping to more bold at every opportunity. Baby steps, please.

What I used:

Face
Tea Tree Oil Tube Concealer #02, The Body Shop
Claire Foundation, Monave
Satin Sun Illuminizer, Valerie

Eyes
Shimmer Waves, The Body Shop
Hypnotic (MMU)
Eye Definer in Taupe, The Body Shop
Volum Express Mascara in Brownish Black, Maybelline

Cheek
Brush-On Beads, The Body Shop
Cheek Colour, The Body Shop
Winter Muave Blush (MMU)

Lips
189 Pure Eden, Estee Lauder
Pink Afterglow, Revlon

Thank god my DSLR cooperated and I was able to take a self-portrait. Also, let’s all welcome the Eastern Experiments series, which will showcase makeup application, product sampling or any beauty-related escapades.

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A concealer with tea tree oil and other ingredients to help cover and fight blemishes.

I’ve already mentioned this but let me say it again, I’ve been using The Body Shop’s Tea Tree Oil Cover Stick for over seven years now. I first discovered it mid 2000 when I was searching for a concealer to replace the old brand I was using. I was never the experimenting type but the promise of natural ingredients — note, Tea Tree Oil and organic beeswax — I braved the purchase and use of this particular beauty product. I was hooked ever since. I even lured a few of my friends to the dark side.

About the two key ingredients:

Tea tree oil
Has natural purifying antibacterial properties and is known to help soothe blemished skin. Helps the Aboriginal co-operative to provide training for farmers and to develop pride in their tea tree heritage.

Organic beeswax
Moisturizes and helps to condition the hands and dry skin around the nail beds. Acts as a barrier that helps to seal in moisture. Helps to keep product texture consistent, when used over time. Helps protect and preserve the forest as well as providing necessary income for the beekeepers, an increasing number of which are now women.

I actually used this cover stick on some of my gigs as a makeup artist. Imagine my surprise when one of my customers came looking to contact me just so she can find out what I used to put on her pimples that night cuz they dried up like they never did before. Of course, she had to know what brand it is and where I bought it, the information I graciously supplied.

It’s like hitting two birds with one stone when I use this concealer, you see. It evens out my skin and takes care of my blemishes, i.e. a growing zit. I often apply it just to get rid of zits actually. This concealer helps in achieving a very natural makeup since I don’t really use foundation or loose powder. And the shade is perfect for my skin tone.

Available online at The Body Shop or you can find the nearest store in your vicinity.

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What I’ve bought:

Tea Tree Oil Cover Stick
Skin Sponge
Brush-On Beads

I’ve been using the Cover Stick for years now, seven to be exact. I reckon the product has earned my loyalty. The sponge is an obvious purchase since I love baths, right? With all the liquid soaps and a variety of scrubs and bath tools I have, I’m bound to explore further till I find a perfect bath partner.

And the spot buy of the month, the Bronze Brush-On Beads. I’ll definitely hold out on my thoughts just now and save it for my review post.

I’ll tell you more about these goodies (esp as I try them out) in the next few days. Ta!

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Conceals, camouflages, and provides SPF protection all in one easy step. This amazing powder is a high-pigment, talc-free foundation that provides a silk-to-satin finish. Multi-tasking powder formula provides sheer, natural coverage and leaves the skin with a smooth, airbrushed appearance.

I’ve been searching for the perfect powder to complete my makeup vanity. My makeup application routine doesn’t normally include foundation for base or powder for finish. I simply use a concealer tube, blend then off and do the rest. Mostly going for a more natural finish. Not too matte nor shiny. I’m not keen on using cakes, needing to wet a sponge applicator and all that and I find the cream too fussy and messy. I like the idea of using loose powder and I’ve been on the market for one.

I reckon the search is over.

The talc-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, water-free and oil-free multi-tasking powder by Philosophy called The Supernatural Airbrushed Canvas has now entered my radar. It’s great to find out that it’s ideal for all skin-types because sometimes I often wonder what’s good for my Asian skin and for this Asian humidity. Gah.

Another positive thing about it is that it has SPF which can double skin protection if I use a separate moisturiser with SPF, too.

Oh, silk-to-satin finish! I reckon that means it’ll make my skin look flawless. Perfect. Er, well — if that’s even possible on anyone, that is. BUT there’s no harm in trying, yeah?

I’m hoping it’s available at Beauty Bar (a fabulous local beauty store) cuz I’ll definitely get one. I’ll let you guys know if or when I do.

The Supernatural Airbrushed Canvas by Philosophy available at Sephora

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