Review : Christian Diorskin Nude Skin Glowing Makeup SPF 15

Product Description
A hydrating fluid foundation that delivers just the right amount of coverage to create a naturally flawless, bare-skin effect
Diorskin Nude boasts 100 percent natural active ingredients and an extended shade range to create a shine-free, natural glow without masking the skin's texture. With continued use, it improves the natural radiance and beauty of the skin day after day.

This formula is composed of a mineralized water enriched with an exclusive and natural floral water that offers hydration, radiance, and elasticity to the skin. Unlike most foundations that use opaque pigments and create a mask-like effect, Diorskin Nude Foundation uses exclusive Nude-Glow pigments that are translucent. They allow the skin's natural radiance and color to shine through, appearing luminous in any light.

I was given shade 20 in two 3ml sizes because they have run out of lighter shades. Despite the shade looking darker than my skin tone, it matches well to my skin tone, after the base shade 001 application.

Compared to the previous one I owned, this liquid foundation is much more runny with a lightweight creamy texture and provides a better hydrating ability. I prefer using this, together with the base, if I have dehydrated skin on that day so that the flakiness will not be so obvious. It neither sits on the dry patches nor clings on them.

I am so impressed with the pairing of this liquid foundation together with the base, that I may just run out to get the full retail size!

The formula is moisturizing and blends into the skin effortlessly, giving a barely there, but a dewy radiant look. It has a luminous sheer to medium coverage. Less is more, and will be best suited for those with lesser blemishes.

I usually applies my liquid foundation with my fingers and likes how it brightens up my overall complexion naturally without that "make-up" look. While it does not oxidise and is long-wearing but the oil-controlling ability is only moderately well. I need to dab on the oiliness near the wings of my nose, as I usually does by afternoon.

In terms of ingredients, it contains Titanium Dioxide at 4.35% and Octinoxate at 3% as its active ingredients to provide the SPF 15 protection which is too little, under our hot humid weather.
To top it off, it also contains a high amount of alcohol, as the 3rd ingredient in its list, which could potentially irritates skin, damages healthy collagen production, stimulates oil production at the base of the pore and making oily skin worse, according to Paula.

It scores 4.1 from 46 users on Makeupalley.

Ingredients :
AQUA (WATER), METHYL TRIMETHICONE, ALCOHOL, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, ISODODECANE, ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER, DIPHENYL DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIPHENYL DIMETHICONE/SILSESQUIOXANE CROSS POLYLMER, ISODODECANE, DIMETHICONOL/METHYLSILANOL/SILICATE CROSS POLYMER, STEARIC ACID, MICA, PHENOXYETHANOL, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, ALUMINA, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE, GLYCERYL UNDECYL DIMETHICONE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HETCTORITE, VP/VA COPOLYMER, SILICA SILYLATE, SILICA, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), DIMETHICONE, BHT, DIMETHICONE/METHICONE COPOLYMER, SERICIN, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, BUTYLPHENYL METHYL PROPIONAL, GLYCERIN, HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA FLOWER EXTRACT, RHODOCHROSITE EXTRACT, MALVA SYLVESTRIS (MALLOW) EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED LINSEED EXTRACT, CITRONELLOL BALANITES, ROXBURGHI SEED OIL, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SORBIC ACID, AJUGA TURKESTANICA EXTRACT.  [MAY CONTAIN: CI 77163 (BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE).

Source : Sephora , Dailymed , Dior

Christian Dior Skin Refining Pro Lighting Makeup Base FPS 20 SPF PA+

 

Product Description
The 1st skin-refining makeup base by Dior that prepares the skin for foundation application, improves its hold and instantly illuminates the complexion, like the enhancing lighting of a professional photographer. The ideal complement to Diorskin foundations, Radiant Base helps assimilate their skincare ingredients: the skin is beautified and the makeup result is enhanced

I received 2 complimentary samples from the Dior counter when they were unable to fix the dispenser on its previous liquid foundation bottle. I was slightly miffed on that, because it is supposed to be of a better brand, compared to other liquid foundations I owned. I should be expecting higher quality, coming from Dior, but instead it failed on me.

001 Radiant Rose is the shade that the promoter picks for me to fit my tone.
Note that there are only 2 shades available.
- 001 rosy shade to enhance the radiance of the "blue" skin tones
- 002 golden shade for "yellow" skin tones

This make-up base contains "Halo Pearls", a combination of soft focus pigments and transparent pearly particles with the ability to evenly diffuse the light in all directions. Skin texture is touted to be instantly refined and imperfections are blurred. Facial features seem reshaped by interplays of shadow and light to reveal a complexion that flows with beauty.

From the swatch above, you can see that its a rosy pink shade that is light and sheer once applied to skin. It provides a subtle radiance to the skin and matches Dior liquid foundation very well. I am currently using its Nude Skin Glowing Make-up liquid foundation and really like the fresh look with a subtle glow.

There is a slight smooth silicon feel which made the skin smoother and silkier before one piles on the liquid foundation. Even though there is no patchiness after application but it has a moderate oil-control that is not worthy to mention about.

Active Ingredients : Titanium Dioxide 4.74% , Octinoxate 4%
Inactive Ingredients : Water, Methyl Trimethicone, Alcohol, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Mica

Stearic Acid, Aluminum Oxide, Silicon Dioxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (2000 Cps At 1%), Propylene Carbonate

Edetate Sodium, Linalool (+ ), Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Citronellol

Ultramarine Blue, Bismuth Oxychloride, Ferric Oxide Red, Ferric Oxide Yellow, Ferrosoferric Oxide

 

Source : MedicationDaily , Dior

Review : Christian Dior Hydra Life Youth Essential Hydrating Eye

Product Description
The freshness of a gel and softness of a cream in an instantly penetrating care, specially formulated to respect the fragile eye con tour area. The Eye Creme reduces puffiness and visibly lightens dark circles to ensure rested and radiant eyes. Dior’s recommendation: use it daily in the morning and/or evening on the eye contour. Apply with gentle pressure to optimize the anti-fatigue action. Suitable for all skin types.

Benefits
Combines freshness of a gel and softness of a cream
Instantly penetrates into the heart of epidermis
Visibly eliminates puffiness and lightens dark circles
Restores youthful radiance and vitality to eye area
Leaves eye zone velvety smooth and luminous

Christian Dior Hydra Life series is designed for women in their mid twenties to early thirties prone to dehydrated skin. Formulated with three concentrated plant extracts - Jisten, Centella and Black Rose, these ingredients infuses the skin with intense hydration by enhancing water movement in the skin's surface and delaying the first signs of aging by stimulating collagen production. Skin is left feeling instantly refreshed, supple, and smooth.

- Jisten : Helps to promote aquaporins, real hydric channels to optimize diffusion and maintain water in each cellular level.
- Energized water joins forces with the anti-free radical power of Black Rose to help slow down the oxidative processes. It also helps to boost the densifying activity of Centella.

I purchased this eye cream from Hong Kong drugstores ( either Sasa or Bonjour ). It was the only hydrating eye product in miniature form that I could find, so naturally, I picked it up.
At 2ml, it was still able to last me for about 3 weeks, with daily night use. While I don't fancy cream form around the eyes, I thought I would try something heavy duty around the eyes, at least hoping to see an improvement to my dry undereye skin. This is my first eye treatment product from Dior.

With the risk of incurring millia seeds, I tried to be careful in applying it sparingly and observing the condition of the undereye area during the 3 weeks of usage. However, due to my carelessness and forgetfulness, I have, at times, apply more than its necessary, thinking it was an eye gel. I haven't been using cream-based eye products for a long time, ever since I am aware of millia seeds.
And guess what, I have a millia seed at the corner of my left eye. I am so upset, as I am writing this post.

The white cream smells artificial, which really puts me off. It reminded me of electronic components I used in my work. The soft texture is of light to medium consistency and gets absorbed into the skin well. It does not feel as rich as an eye cream, falling between a gel to cream texture. I did not feel that its hydrating enough but then again, I believe eye treatment products usually needs time to show its effectivness. I did not feel or see any of the benefits as claimed. An overrated product, in my opinion.

Source : Strawberrynet , Dior , Izzy

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Review : Christian Dior Magique Cleansing Water

Product Description
Pure, light and transparent water for a delightfully refreshing sensation for face and eyes. Soft, fresh water with radiance-boosting white tea as a fast makeup removal beauty routine for impeccable clean, velvety skin

I bought this cleansing water from Strawberrynet several months ago when it was having a special discount. It has since been replaced by an almost similar product but with lily extracts in Dior counters.
There was no explanation on the usage on the bottle itself and I just assumed that its meant to be used on cotton pads and swipe over the face. A search on the net proved otherwise, its actually to be lathered with the hands and wash over the face like how a cleanser works.
However, I dislike using cleansing water directly with the hands since it does not produce much foam. I found cotton pads to be much suitable for cleansing water. It just works better for me.

There is a heavy fragrance associated with this product which may not be welcomed for some people. It cleanse well for light make-up and since it can also be used for the eyes, its a good multi-tasking product for busy professionals. Other than this point, I am not sure if I should be happy that it can also be used for the eye area. Does that meant, that its gentle enough for the delicate eyes area?
If someone can decipher the ingredients for me, that would be such a delight. But for now, I am using it to cleanse off my make-up for both the face and eyes on a daily basis as I do not really use heavy eye make-up. A strong mascara from Majolica cannot be used for the cleansing water though.
It does not garner good feedback from Total Beauty but you can check out some mixed reviews from Sephora.

Review : Christian Dior 'Diorskin Nude' Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup

Product Description
A natural hydrating liquid foundation. Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup SPF 10 blends 100% natural mineral pigments with Dior's exclusive, active mineralized water to deliver flawless, glowing skin that actually improves over time. By using advances in mineral makeup technology, this product will take your complexion to a whole new level.
As fresh as water, this silky foundation envelops your skin in a precious halo of freshness and well-being that leaves the complexion evn, vibrant, satiny and glowing with natural beauty.

Mineralized water acts like a hydrating and energizing cocktail for the skin. Your complexion glows with intensity and dazzles with well-being. Your skin gradually becomes more beautiul.

I bought this at $65 in Shade 010, the lightest shade available in Singapore, from Robinsons way back in March. My make up usually can last me for a long time as I only use it over the weekends, hence $65 can still stretch me for a year or so.
A good friend of mine is an ardent fan of Dior products so she have been gushing excellent reviews over the products she had used. Actually, my first Dior product, a concealer purchase, started way before she was into Dior products, was not that fantastic but somehow, I got swayed by her reviews and started to take a closer look at Dior again.

I happened to stumble upon an advertisement for this liquid foundation in a magazine and subsequently checked it out at the counter. Anything with the word "hydrating" would have caught my attention.
Comes in a glass container, it exudes class and luxury, however I feared the day that it would break, should I accidentally dropped it.
With SPF 10, the sun protection factor is not exactly high but its better than nothing.

The texture is runny. It feels lightweight on the skin, with sheer to medium coverage. Its able to hide those minor blemishes and redness, giving the illusion of better skin. But then again, I expect all liquid foundation to be able to do a good job in this.
It also hydrates the skin better than other liquid foundation I have tried before. Flakiness on the skin were less obvious or disappeared, depending on how dehydrated my skin was, on that day. Just a note that, I have combination skin with dehydrated surface.

I usually use my fingers to blend this foundation into my skin as I found it easier than using a brush or sponge. It gives a natural dewy finish. Oil control is not that long lasting as I still need to blot the wings of my nose after about 4 hours of wear.
What I really like about this, is that it has a slight hydrating capability, its not the best, but its something I like in my make-up, as make-up tends to emphasize fine lines and dry patches on the skin.
You can check out the rest of the shades in Sephora

It scored 3.9/5 at Makeupalley by a whopping 309 users

Review : Christian Dior Diorskin Sculpt Lifting Smoothing Concealer

Product Description
Conceal imperfections and impart an ultra natural radiance with this new generation concealer. Infused new generation powders work to minimize fine lines while Dior's A-Resist complex improves the overall tone of the skin. This unique coverup recontours the face and imparts a youthful glow.

For some of you who are observant enough, you may noticed that I do mainly skincare products reviews and hardly make-up products reviews.
However, I cannot do without a concealer nowadays.
The younger me, do not really care about concealing all my eye flaws in the past but now, I felt downright ugly without a concealer. Do you feel the same way as me?

This is my first Dior product but its not a perfect one for me. Its difficult to find a good concealer which can conceals my dark circles, minimize the appearance of eyebags and will not sink into fine lines.

Although there are tons of reviews out there, everyone's concerns are different and its only through my own trial and errors, can I finally search for the perfect one, just for me only.

This little concealer lasts for a long while because a little bit goes a long way. And the more you applied, it tends to look unnatural and cakey underneath those fine lines. So apply sparingly with your fingers.

I usually use the wand applicator to dot the contents onto the back of my palms and then use my fingers to spread and blend on my undereye area as I can have better control of the amount used.
This concealer comes in 3 shades Ivory 001, Beige 002 and Honey 003 and mine is the Ivory 001 shade.

Its not as runny as a liquid concealer but denser than that. Slight thicker, I would say.
The product description sounds almost unbelievable as I do not see what it claimed to be.
I have been using this for almost 6 months but I hardly see any lift or any minimizing of fine lines.

Yes, it does help to conceal ( its a concealer, right? ) but not enough for my dark circles.
My undereye area does look better with the concealer than without but its just not enough. And whats that about its claims on minimizing the fine lines? It does not do that, at least on my skin.
And because my undereye area is generally dry, applying the concealer after my eye gel does not improve it but instead made my fine lines more prominent.

It blends easily and is actually quite easy to use.
But I would recommend this for those with light dark circles and no fine lines though I believe there are other concealers which can do a similar job with a lower price tag.
Sad to say, this product is just not for me. Its just a light concealer, as far as I am concerned.

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