Review : Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Refining Softener Enriched N

Product Description
A luxurious lotion that softens and exfoliates skin

Helps eliminate appearance of visible spots, freckles and dullness

Contains AE complex to maximize delivery of beneficial ingredients to skin

Formulated with Asian plant extracts to enhance moisture balance

Leaves skin smooth, dewy fresh, radiant and healthy

Suitable for normal to dry skin

This was part of a Christmas set which a close friend of mine gifted. She is an arden fan of Shiseido. The 25ml size lasted me for about 3 weeks with daily use in the night. I believe that this may have since been replaced with the balancing softener.

This refining softener has a distinct floral scent with a slight hint of alcohol. I usually saturate a cotton pad with it and swipe it over the face. It has a lotion-like consistency which is slightly difficult to get it out from the tiny gap on the 25ml sample bottle.

It works well on my skin without any breakouts but I don't see any significant brightening effect. It does feel comfortable on the skin without any greasiness or tightness.

You can check out the list of ingredients here. According to Beautypedia, the amount of alcohol poses a slight risk of irritation and likely counteracts the anti-irritant properties of the licorice extract. The inclusion of St. John’s wort (Hypericum Perforatum)  means this toner should never be applied to skin that’s about to be exposed to sunlight.

Source : Strawberrynet