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January '19 Empties

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This is my January lot of empties with couple of products that I threw away without finishing. 1. Tan Organic self-tan (binned) :( This tinted liquid absorbed well but have next to no colour. Plus the tint rubbed off everywhere. I felt like using it was a waste of time.   2. Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation :) I did a review of this foundation  here . It was a nice product but was more like a BB cream rather than foundation with very little coverage. 3. Vichy Normaderm Moisturiser (binned) :( I like the Night Detox version but this one was way too high in alcohol and it irritated my skin.   4. Pure Precious Bath :) Nice and moisturising shampoo but I really wish the scent was a bit more exciting.   5. Senka Perfect Whip Face Wash :) A face wash that I've picked up in Japan. It is very affordable yet removed make-up and impurities well without stripping skin too much. Would definitely buy again.   6. Bobbi Brown Longwear We...

Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation Review

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 One day I was browsing Mecca and decided that I wanted a light foundation that would feel next to nothing on my skin. I was recommended some sort of BB cream from Urban Decay but it smelled bad so it was an instant no from me. Then I was on the fence about other few other products until I was shown Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation. The shade selection was super limited but given how light it was it blended well. I loved the citrus scent so I took it to the counter. I had some vouchers to use otherwise I would hesitate to fork out $88. The product was nicely packaged and came with the pump and a screw top cap. It is described as foundation, formulated with alpha lipoic acid and vitamin C ester, works to reduce the look of wrinkles and pores, correct undertones and protect with a mineral based SPF 30. The skin is left looking beautifully youthful, dewy and glowing. Sounds like a BB-cream to me! It had a yogurt-like consistency and it ...