Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation Hydration and Longwear BD11

Latest 2020 Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation Hydration and Longwear has been released. Out of all foundation releases, this one i was most excited about. Seeing as i have the other version, the original healthy glow foundation in the frosted glass bottle. That one, on dry skin days is a bit finicky and sits on the skin a bit. But i do love that on oilier skin days as it doesnt make me oily and stays well. But the shade range in the original healthy glow foundation is a little off. I wore it in B20 and B10. I couldnt get my right shade as they were both neutral pinky based. But with the arrival of the new range, it has yellow undertone. Hip hip horray!

What i can say is that, this one is a winner. It has light medium coverage which i prefer. The texture is thin but not runny. It has the classic Chanel foundation smell to it  which to be honest i also love. This time around, its not a frosted glass but a clear one just like their new 2020 highlighting fluid whih i have in Pearly Glow. Oh by the way, the lid has a beiges top with black CC's which is a LOVE. In general, i truely love the Les Beiges collection every year and so far without fail, i will get at least one item from the collection. But for 2020 despite it not being the best year so far, i went and got the highlighting fluid and now this new foundation from the range. 

I bought it for RM225 which is pretty standard for Chanel foundations. The Eau de Teint water fresh is more expensive at RM264 which comes with a brush. I was matched to B10 and BD11. I could go either way. But according to Zan my Beauty Assistant, B10 ran a bit pink. And i really liked the match BD11. It was not too olivey yellow and not sallow and blended well with my skintone. In fact i think it was the best match so far in the Chanel foundation family. I have tried most and i think this one is THE one. 

So far, it lasts pretty long, doesnt settle in dry spots, actually looks like skin, doesnt get oily on me. Pretty good staying power for something that claims to be hydrating. The best part is that its hydrating and longwearing at once without it being cakey and thick in texture. I think this foundation is going to be liked by many. 

Left 2 is the healthy glow 2020 and the far right is the older frosted glass one😅

Artistry Ideal Radiance Illuminating CC Cream SPF50 UVA/UVB PA+++

Have any of you looked back on your ever growing makeup and skincare stash after feeling so overwhelmed by all the latest makeup and skincare launches? Well, lately i have been clearing my stash and had the urge to revisit all the things i used to love. I just realised i had way to much makeup for somebody who is not a MUA (makeup artist for those wondering).

You know how its annoying to purchase foundation online and only to receive it a shade too light for your skin tone? Yup, been there done that a wee bit too often for my liking.

Awhile back, i purchased the Artistry Ideal Radiance Illuminating CC Cream in light medium just for the purpose of mixing it into my lighter foundations. It worked like a charm. Not only was it hard to find something to mix into lighter foundations that was not red based or greyish(looking at you BB creams!), it was hard to not alter the foundations texture. This particular CC cream is in fact warm yellow based which suits many asian skintones well. The texture is also something which i would definitely wear on its own being it the right color for me. It gives a glow to the face without it being oily or looking glittery/shimmery. Something i appreciate very much as an oily combination skinned gal. On top of that, it has SPF50! Bonus! I welcome anything with a good level of SPF without the oily feel and whitecast in this hot humid Malaysian weather.

It does have a slight floral scent which i don't find offensive. The texture is not runny or too thick, which makes it a good mixing medium for my other foundations. And i love the fact that the squeezy tube has a nozzle which makes it easy to dispense and control the amount i need. No leaky tubes too. Its a 30ml tube which lasts a long time for me as i use it to mix into other foundations. But if you are using it on its own, it would last the regular span of time it would take to use up any 30ml tube of CC cream.

On the box, it does mention to be used after skincare regimen and could be worn alone or under foundation.  What i find interesting about this formulation is how glowy and smooth it makes my skin look. Does not enhance my pores or fine lines either.

Ok, enough rambling and lets look at some photos i have taken. Here, i have mixed it in with a Sephora Bright Future Skin tint SPF25 in 8 Beige Clair/ Fair Neutral which is a tad too light for me.

Its priced at RM177.60 for a 30ml tube which is pretty standard to me and a worthwhile buy if you find your right shade. It comes in just two shades being light and light medium. But as with all BB's and CC creams, it does not have high coverage. But rather it blends into the skin while perfecting and correcting discolorations and sallowness.

Till the next blog post. Take care ❤

Chanel Le blanc Oil-in-Cream Compact Foundation Whitening Thermal Comfort SPF40/PA++

Phewhh..just typing and reading the post title is a whole mouthful i tell ya. Haha

With that out of the way, lets get into the review of this new yet not new foundation.

What the little booklet in the foundation box says about this foundation:

Chanel Le Blanc Oil-in-Cream Compact Foundation reveals unprecedented power to deliver perfect evenness, hydrating sensation and lasting translucency. Complexion radiates a pure healthy light in comfort, throughout the day, despite the season.

Specifically designed for Asian skin.

Creates a breathable veil on skin.

Chanel's Smart Thermal Complex instantly forms a thermal buffer on skin that delays and diminishes the effects of climate variation such as redness. Allows pores from being highlighted even after passing throughout hot and humid conditions while maintaining optimal comfort throughout the day.

Contains ume flower oil known for nutritive properties contributing to skin comfort. 

Contains niacinamide.

Ok..its a long and lengthy explanation and i've cut out around half of the write up in the booklet. But decided to just get into the details.

Shade choice: i went with 10 beige. My usual shade. Its a shade that is safe for me as 20 beige can at times run a little dark on me. When blended out gives me a brightened look. Looking at the website shades only go up to 30 beige.

Scent: has a light fresh scent. Not perfumy and strong thank goodness. 

Packaging: its a compact much like a cushion foundation. First time buyers would have to purchase the full compact which doesnt come with a refill. But you could always purchase a refill once done with the previous one and slot it back in the compact. 

Application: at first i used fingers. But after awhile, i decided to put the sponge to the test and lo and behold, that was the best way to apply the foundation to me. By using the sponge provided, it applies the foundation in such an even and thin layer that makes my face glow! Never cakey looking. 

Texture: now this is the unique part. Its a cream compact. Upon seeing it for the first time, the top most layer made me think that it was a cushion foundation. But no no no. Its very much a cream. Surprisingly, it does not feel like a rich thick cream. Rather is it very cooling and somehow or rather feels like its full of water!amazing! And when spread over the skin, it takes on such a smooth texture unlike anything i have ever felt before. Looking at the ingredient list, water sit on the top most.

Ingredients: i am no fancy schmancy with ingredients. I can't pronounce more than half on the list but i can identify some. Some that i know are water(duhhh), synthetic wax, zinc oxide, dimethicone, titanium dioxide(nano), niacinamide, prunus mume flower extract(ume flower i presume), squalane, parfum. The rest you can check out the official site for.

Wear/longevity: for something that is dewy looking and not matte, the staying power is pretty darn good. I live in Malaysia where everyday if not raining is summer. Its also humid when it rains. If worn thick, it might separate. But i only use a thin layer and i had no issues with this foundation settling in my pores or lines. Didnt break me out despite the synthetic wax. Didnt break up on me either. Went for a good 5-6 hours without touchup. Not saying that i dont see oil come through, but when blotted, the face looks pretty much A-ok. Even if i dont blot, i would be fine with it. Didnt feel like the foundation was sliding off my face.

Verdict: 4.5 / 5. Why so? 0.5 taken off for the superbly expensive price. Which is RM 254. But i believe that the refill is a fraction of the price (RM179). Other than that, this is a keeper especially for our local weather. I dont hear many talk about this foundation and i think that maybe there wasnt enough buzz around the launching as i myself did not know of its existence until i saw a youtuber review it.

As usual, i purchase all my Chanel goodies from Miko at Chanel Sunway Pyramid stand alone store. They have the best service there!

Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation.

Well hello there readers, long time no see. I'm back with another foundation review! Woot woot! I've been accumulating foundation purchases and have been giving them a fair run and i have some thoughts on them.

For this particular post, from the title of it you already know what foundation i'm writing about. It's the Dior Backstage face and body foundation. I have with me the foundations in shade 0W and 1.5N.

To start off, you must be wondering why on earth does she need two different shades? Well...at first i saw this launch in Sephora Malaysia online and was afraid that it would sell out before i could get my hands on it. So i went on short google frenzy and thought the 1W was a bit dark from swatches, as were the N shades. So i thought it looks to be somewhat light coverage..maybe i could get away with 0W. When it came in the post..i was like "yikes..this is way off. ". Surprisingly enough, if i were to wear it lightly i could pull it off. But if i wanted more coverage, it would look too stark white on me.

A week later, went to Sunway Pyramid and chanced upon a Dior Store( as if i didnt intend on entering). Walked in, asked around and the SA was kind enough to mix and match me with 0W and 1.5N.  Which worked out great. But i must be consistent on the portions of the two shade mixed together. I still wish i had 1 that is my perfecr match. But because i had already bought the 0W, there was no other way about it.

So lets get on to the review shall we?

Shade:

I have it in two shades as mentioned above 0W and 1.5N. When mixed in the right proportions creates the right color for me. 

Scent:

Has a very slight floral fresh scent whih does not bother me. It smells very high-end and pleasing.

Texture:

This formula has to be shaken (if i am not mistaken). Its not too runny or thick. A good in between. Its fluid and not creamy. Spreads well.

Application:

It spreads well but this foundations sets fast and must work it in, in sections. As i use my hands to apply the foundation i have no problem with it setting to fast. I have yet to try it with a brush or sponge.

Finish:

Its a demi matte in my opinion. It does not look flat. But it sets to a surprisingly confortable matte where i feel i dont necessarily need to powder...But i do any way as per usual. As it claims, it is buildable to full and it builds well too even with finger application. It does not sit my my super large pores and fine lines..which is a bonus if you ask me. Oh and it looks better as the day goes on as to when i first applied it.

Longevity:

It claims to be waterproof & sweat-resistant and to my surprise, i could vouch for it. It lasted superbly well in the humid hot Malaysian weather. I wore it way longer than i should which would be past the 10 hour mark and it looked great and didnt fadr on my oily combination skin. I did blot once or twice but did not add more powder. I didnt get oily. But i read that alcohol was high in the ingredient list and as an oily combi skinned person, its fine but i cant say the same for dry skinned people. As for blush highlight applied on top, well it too lasted well throughout the day.

Price:

I was pleasantly surprised that this foundation is priced at RM155 for a 50ml bottle which works out to be great in terms of moneys worth! There are others much more expensive than this and being highend its mind boggling that its priced as it is.

Verdict:

I give the Dior Backstage face and body foundation a 4.8/5 as i find i cant use it every single day as the alcohol made my skin a little tight feeling. But overall i love this foundation! And if i need a foundation to last me the whole day, i would definitely reach for this again. 

Shout out to Jeralynn Lee of Dior Beauty Boutique for entertaining me and signing me up to a membership! Did you know that you can be a member and collect points with any amount of purchase?? Would love to know what are the perks of being a member as this is my first Dior purchase.

Thanks again for reading peeps! See u in another post real soon ❤

CHANEL Les beiges Sheer Healthy Glow Tinted Moisturiser in Light -Review and Swatches

Oh my gosh. How exciting is the Les Beiges Collection 2018? I've been waiting for this since last years Les Beiges collection which i got myself the Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation. I totally loved it and finished the whole bottle! I wanted to get another but was surprised that Chanel came up with another wonderful base for this particular collection. As usual, I got some samples from Miko of Chanel Sunway Pyramid and guess I'll be paying her a visit pretty soon.  As this brand spanking new base is the bomb!

What it claims:

A feather-light fluid that enhances the complexion with a sheer an a luminous healthy glow. Enriched with a hyaluronic acid derivative and kalanchoe extract, its non-occlusive formula moisturizes your skin all day long and protects it against environmental stress. Your complexion radiates the luminosity and freshness of the great outdoors. 

Here i have the sample sachet of the new tinted moisturizer next to my vitalumiere aqua. The sample sachet is in light and the vitalumiere aqua is in shade 10 beige.

If i am not mistaken, the two share the same sized squeeze bottle.

Here is the tinted moisturizer in action.

Top is the vitalumiere aqua in 10 beige

Bottom is the tinted moisturizer in Light

Here is the line up: 

1)Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua 10 Beige

2)guerlain Aqua Nude 1W1

3)By Terry Sheer Expert: 3 Cream Beige

4)Laura Mercier Candleglow in Ivory

Chanel Les Beige Tinted Moisturizer in Light

Laura Mercier is significantly darker and golden. I usually use it as a mixer for my lighter shade foundations and foundations that are thicker and heavier in texture.

My thoughts on the new Chanel Les Beiges Tinted Moisturizer:

Color-wise: it comes in 3 shades in Malaysia which are light, light-medium and medium. But if i am not mistaken, they have darker shades overseas. As someone who can use the usual 010 and 020 shades, Light in the tinted moisturizer is a good in between shade in my opinion. It does not oxidize on my oily combination skin at all and remains true to its color till the end of the day.

Texture: This one is an interesting one. as i swatched the other foundations which i chose only the light-medium coverage foundations..i find that the heaviest texture to be the Vitalumiere Aqua! Surprising isn't it?  and the lightest is the new Les Beiges tinted moisturizer. It truly has a texture of a light moisturizer which somehow does not feel siliconey but somehow feels a bit oily. Its very light in texture. It spreads really well and surprisingly does not streak for how light it is. 

Finish: The finish is definitely soft sheeny glowy skin. I as always must set any base product with my Chanel loose powder. and even after i set it with powder it is almost undetectable by the eye. Its so fine and smooth that it does not act as a regular foundation, yet the coverage is way more than your typical tinted moisturizer. I have put it to the test for a whole days wear which to me is about 8 hours (with cooking and cleaning and caring for 4 kids), and what i can say is that it has worn really well despite its claim for glowy tint finish. It did not crease whatsoever in my smile lines and almost all foundations crease there on me. i did not get oily on my forehead and cheeks which is so surprising for me. the only draw back on this is that it got a little dewy on my nose. but i did try to reapply on the nose and all was good. I cant say it is transfer proof but what i can say is that if you dont go rubbing or touching your face, its not going anywhere because it didn't even melt or move in this hot and humid Malaysian weather. I guess it is really a good base for the Les Beiges collection as this collection is usually released during Summer. well done Chanel!

Scent: This has a slight typical Chanel foundation scent but not as strong as the rest. Its pretty mild and dissipates after application.

Application: i literally slapped this on with my fingers and it was not streaky at all. it literally melts into the skin as would a moisturizer.

Final Verdict:

10/10 !!! bravo! I really like this new Les Beiges Healthy Glow Tinted Moisturizer just as i loved the Healthy Glow Foundation from last year. Its a real game changer and i think many are switching from heavy foundations to a more natural wearable finish. and it really is fuss free. Loos like i'm going to have to head on to the Chanel store pretty soon. Thanks for dropping by to read. Lots of love!