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I am not really into collecting limited edition products (unless it's from MAC) but if there's one limited edition product that I am so glad I have in my stash, it would be the Shiseido's Camellia Compact. One of the reasons why it's a must-have?  It's the brand's commemorative product for its 140th anniversary.   The compact, as well as the multi-colored powder inside have the beautiful and distinctive design that showcases the cherished camellia flower which also happens to be the favorite of Shinzo Fukuhara, Shiseido's first president. Inside the compact is truly an eye-candy.  It has 3 shades - the icy, platinum white, perfect to be used as a highlighter, the rich peachy rose which is quite dramatic because it's has the most color payoff among the three and the petal pink, which is sheer and subtle that would look natural on most skin tones. All three shades are shimmery, but not glittery.  The shimmers on top of the ...

Radiant Lifting Foundation The foundation utilizes Shiseido’s newly-developed Radiant Reflective Complex which applies the light-bouncing and illuminating effect of a reflective board used by most photographers. This play of reflective light and illumination battles the impression of premature aging caused by shadows due to wrinkles and sagging, immediately making the skin look bright, brilliant, firmer, and fuller! I wasn't able to try this on myself except for the swatch I did at the back of my hand.  I used it on my model (see my previous post ) and I noticed that though it offers full coverage, it doesn't look cakey and it gives out a natural glow.  My model said she has oily skin, but more than hour has passed and not to mention the lights during they were being shot, her face stayed looking polish and no trace of oiling up. Camellia Compact Celebrating its 140 th anniversary this 2012, Shiseido’s Camellia Compact is the embodiment of the bran...