This bitch is right off the bat AMAZING! (I can’t wait till the end of this review!) XD It’s that AWESOME!! LOL
To be honest, I was really late with this product and I
regretted a lot. I’ve been eyeing on this product even before it was launch but
didn’t have enough to buy it. (It’s quite the higher end price: USD45) But when
I decided to buy it, Shiseido decided to launch their first cushion, Synchro Skin Glow Cushion Compact from
the same ‘Synchro Skin’ series and of course I’m a sucker for cushion
foundation. So I went for the cushion first which is a slightly dewy version
and instantly felt in love with it. And that’s when I went back and got the Synchro Skin Lasting Liquid Foundation
which is a matte version. Later on, Shiseido launched Synchro Skin Glow Luminizing Fluid Foundation which I’ve tried
using sample pack but didn’t really liked it.
To be honest, I'm very impressed with the amount of shades this brand has come out with despite being marketed as a Japanese brand which is almost always only catering for fair to medium skin tone. Also, it's very smart in categorizing the shades in Rose (Pink undertone), Neutral (Yellow undertone), Golden (Peachy undertone) for the consumer's convenience in selecting their perfect shade. However, I'm also disappointed by the fact that Malaysia only carries shades up to number 3 in each categories. Not all Malaysians are fair to medium skin tone! We do have people with tan skin too!
Packaging:
First impression: Heavy and ‘expensive-looking’ packaging!
XD
It comes with a black gradient cap and a transparent frosted
matte glass bottle which you can easily view the colour of your foundation. It
also has a pump which is a PLUS point for hygiene purpose. Also, the pump
outlet almost never caught on to any leftover product! (You know what I mean!
Sometimes pump foundation dispenses pieces of “foundation clots” before the
truly usable liquid foundation) but NEVER with this pump!
My only complaint is the cap which seems impossible to adhere
tightly to the bottle! That’s why I never travel with this foundation because I’m
so worried if the cap loosen and cause a foundation mess in my suitcase.
Claims:
It stays to the claim quite perfectly EXCEPT a few in RED
1)
Coverage: Medium / Buildable (YES)
2)
Finish: Semi-matte, Natural (YES)
3)
Skin Type: All skin types (Might be slightly drying for DRY
skin)
4)
Maintains clarity and prevents creasing, fading,
and shine all day (YES)
5)
Ultra-smooth, weightless sensation (YES)
6)
Mother of Thyme Extract helps prevent skin
damage caused by oxidation, and Hypericum Perforatum Extract helps prevent skin
roughness (YES for BOTH!)
7)
Non-comedogenic (YES at least on my skin)
Overall, SUPER-DUPER satisfied
with the performance based on the claims.
Ingredients:
I’m generally quite satisfied with the ingredients list. It’s
oil-free and paraben-free.
Active ingredients
are Octinoxate 2.9% (chemical
sunscreen which is NOT recommended
for sensitive skin type) and Titanium
Dioxide 2.4%. (Physical sunscreen)
Key ingredients
from this Synchro series includes: Mother of Thyme Extract (helps prevent skin
damage caused by oxidation), and St John’s
Wart Extract (helps prevent skin roughness).
Possible
Irritants:
SD Alcohol 40B, Tocopherol, Fragrance*
Comedogenic:
Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Talc*
*This foundation
contains fragrance (very light floral scent) and talc (known to settle in
pores/fine lines)! Seriously not a fan of these.
Are the ingredients
skin-friendly? I would say yes since I didn’t experience any break out or
skin irritation/rashes. But if you have sensitive skin then think twice since
it contains chemical sunscreen, Octinoxate.
Texture:
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| Shiseido Synchro Skin Lasting Liquid Foundation in Shade: Neutral 3 |
As claimed, very fresh, oil-free, fluid-like formula.
Runs very watery! Not sticky at all and sets reasonably
fast on the skin! Glides on smoothly with the puff and never appear streaky
despite being a matte finish. You can still dot it all over the face before
blending it because it doesn’t sink into the skin immediately. I’ve tried applying it with a Flat Kabuki brush but not
the best way to apply though because it appears slightly streaky and took away
a bit of the coverage.
Coverage
Overall coverage is medium
and buildable up to medium-to-full coverage.
Is it possible to
build up to full flawless finish? I’ve tried putting on 2 full layers and
it still looks kind of slightly-above-medium but not full coverage. Also, it
sets quite a matte finish so I wouldn’t recommend layering too much as it might
look slightly cakey.
I’ve break down a few concerns below where coverage is
needed and how much can this foundation cover:
1)
Acne:
65%
2)
Redness:
70%
3)
Hyperpigmentation:
80% (Darker acne scars)
4)
Texture
skin: Refine by 80%
5)
Pores:
85%
Overall coverage is very satisfying despite being super
lightweight! My only complaint is that it doesn’t quite cover up the redness at
the corner of my nose. But still I’m amazed.
Finishing:
The finishing is as claimed to be Semi-Matte (Not satin though) finish. However, it’s still very
skin-like as it gives out a tint of glow as if you just finish your skincare
routine. I’m extremely impressed with the formula to be honest. It sets down to
a powdery finish and does not transfer easily. Your skin will feel as if a newborn’s
butt upon touch!
*With that being said, I personally think this foundation
might not suit DRY skin.
Longevity
(Day Diary)
Day Tested: 30
August 2017 (Wednesday)
Weather: Extremely
hot and sunny (Highest at 36°C) + No Air-conditioner
Activity: Doing
household chores indoor & Exercise outdoor (Full-on sweat mode)
Overall, very satisfied with its longevity considering I’m
testing on harsh weather and also vigorous activities. Beside the timeline,
I’ve also included a few concerns regarding the longevity below (I’ve Oily
Acne-prone skin):
1) Oil control
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(I blotted
because I was sweating. Not because of the greasiness)
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2) Caking Up
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3) Dry Patches
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4) Settling into pores/fine lines
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*Most likely because it contains Talc
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5) Colour Change/Oxidised
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6) Dryness/skin feel tight
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*I must admit that I
push this foundation to its limits hence the results. Otherwise, as an
office/indoor/inactive person, this foundation works perfectly!
Recommendation:
Only for combination to oily skin type since this formula is
oil-free and drying matte finish. Highly recommended for those searching for
natural-looking finish but still wants MATTE-ness for oil-control. But you
might want to think twice if you have large pores like me. I personally don’t
mind the foundation settling into my pores after a good 9 hours and I only had
it on for 12 hours because of the wear test.
In Conclusion:
My oily skin LOVES this bitch to bits! <3 <3
Is this for dry skin?
NEVER! But there’s always Synchro Skin Glow Luminizing Fluid Foundation which is in the same line!
Is it good for a daily wear?
Definitely YES! Wear time definitely exceeds 9/10 hours without fail.
Is this for dry skin?
NEVER! But there’s always Synchro Skin Glow Luminizing Fluid Foundation which is in the same line!
Is it good for a daily wear?
Definitely YES! Wear time definitely exceeds 9/10 hours without fail.
Pros:
a) Great mattifying/oil-control foundation (Up
to almost 9 hours)
b) Natural, skin-like finish for daily wear
c) Oil-free
d) Non-comedogenic
e) Satisfying medium coverage
Cons:
a) Settling into lines and pores
b) Contains alcohol and fragrance
c) Not for sensitive skin (Octinoxate and alcohol) and
dry skin
d) Skin feeling dry/tight after 9 hours wear
e) Very limited shades available in Malaysia (Not catered for dark skintone)
e) Very limited shades available in Malaysia (Not catered for dark skintone)
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