A little post on skincare...
The weather has been getting colder and drier here, so I thought I would give these 2 products a try. Yes, while I was prepping for my course, I thought I would whip out my camera and do a blog post.
I have a oily T-zone, but dry patches here and there. Personally, I don't like anything too thick and greasy on my face. I prefer something that's light and hydrating at the same time. I have always trusted the Neutrogena brand, hence the Hydro Boost Essence. Neutrogena also offers a thicker version - i.e. a lotion - but, I opted for the essence.
It's got a noticeable fragrant to it, which I can put up with since it is somewhat pleasant. And if it does what it says it will do, I'm willing to put up with a little perfumery scent.
My verdict is that it's been nice so far. It's not oily and it doesn't make my skin oily as the day goes on. If you are worried about the smell, it dissipates 30 secs after application (so, really no big deal there). What I like most about this product is that it absorbs into the skin very quickly, doesn't leave any sticky bits behind, and my skin feels nice and soft all day. It also doesn't break me out. Most Neutrogena products do not break me out anyway. So I like this.
Not to mention, the packaging is quite sleek. It's blue and test tube-like, so you feel like you are putting something ultra science-y and high-tech on your face. Always a bonus.
The second item --- is the ever so luxurious Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair. Marketing said that this product is the result of 30 years of R&D. It's supposed to get down to your DNAs and correct the problems of aging....blah blah blah.
I got a sample of it with a magazine purchase. I've been using it quite generously for about a week and it hasn't broken me out; it hasn't left me greasy; and it seems to be something positive to my face.
My face appears more radiant, glowy, less patchy (colour wise), and plum.
There's no pungent smell and it absorbs into the skin quite nicely, although I find it a bit sticky after initial application. But once you wait for about 2 mins, that goes away.
Of course, this product is pricy and I don't think I'll ever purchase a full size bottle. I'll consider this as a treat to myself. If I ever feel like I need a special boost, I will just buy a sample size bottle - that is enough for me.
Overall, I'm happy what these 2 purchases this month.
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