Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil Premium A/O

Given Description:

#1 selling shu uemura Cleansing Oil in the world. A premium, anti-aging and anti-oxidant skin purifier that thoroughly cleanses the skin while protecting it against the internal and external aggressions associated with aging. Features Green Tea Extract, known worldwide for its anti-oxidant properties.

-Leaves skin smooth and protected without stripping it of its natural oils.
-Removes waterproof makeup.
-Two-in-one cleanser and makeup remover
-Strengthens skin against oxidation associated with aging
-Contains Catechin - an element of Green Tea Extract that provides skin with anti-oxidant protection
-Ideal for those with anti-aging concerns; those seeking anti-oxidant benefits
-Suitable for all skin types
-150mL and 450mL

This one-step, mild cleansing oil removes makeup, including waterproof mascara, while gently cleansing, moisturizing and calming the skin.

Step 1. Place 4-6 pumps of cleansing oil onto dry hands.
Step 2. Gently massage oil onto a dry face and neck with dry hands.
Step 3. Dampen hands, and emulsify oil by massaging a small amount of warm water on top of the oil.
Step 4. Rinse well with lukewarm water.



Picture and text taken from Shu uemura website

Lots of people are appalled at the idea of cleansing your face with oil. Afterall, you probably want to remove the oil from your face, not add on to it! This cleanser is an oil cleanser, but it does not leave your face feeling oily like what everybody thinks. You massage it on, and later emulsify it with water. Your skin has no trace of the oil afterthat.



One thing i LOVE about this cleanser is that it really removes waterproof makeup effortlessly and thoroughly. I cannot find a cleanser as good as this for removing my waterproof mascara. All the other cream based products that claim to remove waterproof makeup do not work for me, and often, i have to tug at my eyelashes(something you should NEVER do) with my cream makeup remover before i can actually get the mascara off. Big no-no. This cleanser enables me to take off my makeup easily.



It doesn't have a strong smell either and when washed off your skin is definitely not left dry and parched. Leaves skin comfortably hydrated.




You have to understand that on most Shu Uemura products, they do not come with english descriptions which can be a bit of a bother at times. So it's best that you really know which product is for what and clarify at the counter because you won't be able to find instructions on the bottle, unless you are Japanese. Some of their products can have mis-leading names too, like a toner would be called a lotion so it's easy to get confused.




All the shu Uemura products i've come across have never disappointed me and i think they are specially formulated for Asian skin. They are not too rich and really improve my skin's texture and smoothness.


150ml goes for USD $32 and 450 ml goes for $72. I recommend you get a good sized one if you are hardcore waterproof makeup user.



Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ A must-have for me in my beauty closet

Shu Uemura depsea moisture lip serum

Okay one thing about this is there isn't a given description. Okay maybe yes there is but it's all in japanese! One thing i ABOSULUTELY cannot stand in Shu Uemura's products is the often confusing names and that everything is written in japanese, except for the name. I love their products, but i really cannot stand the fact that they write everything in japanese.




Wouldn't you hate it if after you bought it you went home and forgot how to use it and when you search the back of the product for instructions there are none? Often, they call their toners 'lotion' and their lotions 'treatment' and all that, till you don't really know which is which and what is what. So when buying Shu uemura products, take care to ask for CLEAR instructions from the salesgirl, because if not, you probably won't know how to use the product when you get back, unless you're japanese.



This lip serum, according to the salesgirl, is supposed to plump your lips and remove creases on your lips so that your lipstick goes on smoothly. In a way, it's a primer for lipsticks.



The serum comes out as white, but there were times when i squeezed it out and only a clear liquid came out. After that, before i used this product i would shake it, to prevent any separation of liquid inside. You are supposed to apply a thin layer of this serum on your lips.




Tastes a little strange, and smells a little strange, but it's nothing overpowering. Take care not to put too much. Even when i apply a little, it takes some time to absorb in and even then, it leaves a thin film over my lips. Don't worry, it's nothing greasy or sticky.




One good thing i love about this is that it provides your lips moisture before you put your lipstick. I wouldn't advice putting lip balm before putting on lipstick, even if you do want to moisturize your lips because the lipstick wouldn't have much hold on your lips. Therefore, this product comes in handy. It smoothens out your lips so that lipstick goes on smoother.



This would be really handy if you wear long lasting lipsticks. Im not sure whether it will affect the holding power of your lipstick, but it will definitely provide some moisture for your lips because i know long lasting lipsticks tend to dry out your lips really quickly.



Another thing i love about this product is the applicator. Applying this serum is really a piece of cake and very easy to do.




I cannot remember how much this cost, but it was definitely not cheap.




Rating: ♥♥♥ ♥/ great if you wear a lot of lipstick everyday but not necessary.

Shu Uemura Depsea Moisture Replenishing Lotion

Given description of it :

The first step in the Depsea Moisture Replenishing skincare regimen. An ultra-soft and lightweight toning water that smoothes and replenishes skin with a complex of Empowered Depsea Water, Skin Flora Controller and Three Seaweed Extract. With use, skin is smooth, moisturized and radiant.

-Depsea Water and Advanced Hydrating Agents replenish skin and help lock in moisture

-Three Seaweed Extracts provide long-lasting hydration for up to 8-hours

-Skin Flora Controller gently removes dead skin cells to promote smooth, radiant skin

-Apply after cleansing, before moisturizer; Apply directly onto face or with Original Cotton

-Suitable for those seeking extra-hydration

Okay im sure the title of this product is a wee bit confusing. Just by reading the name, one would think it is a moisturiser. Well, this is in fact, not a moisturiser.


This is actually a light weight alcohol-free toner that is supposed to tone your skin without stripping it of it's natural moisture like some other alcohol toners.



What i like is the fact that it does not contain alcohol. I find that toners that contain alcohol smell rather bad and also leave my face feeling parched. Some might find alcohol-based toners refreshing, but this is one example of a toner that leaves you feeling refreshed without the harsh use of alcohol.You only need to use a wee bit of it on a cotton pad every night, after you have cleansed your face and before you put on your other creams.



It smells rather floral-y, and feels light on the face. Takes about 30 secs to get fully absorbed and plumps up skin. Looks just like water actually.



Now this is a product i would really recommend to you all. I have oily/combination skin and due to hormones, small zits and blackheads on my nose. After about a week of using this toner, i noticed a very obvious difference in my skin.


This is not a product that claims to work but actually does not. It did wonders for my skin, something which i thought was a lost cause. It surprisingly helped my pimply skin, and my skin cleared up a lot after a week. I was pleasantly surprised because i've gone through so many prducts which claim to help my skin and none work and when i came over this product, i thought it was just another 'say not do' product. So yes, i definitely recommend this highly, and so this has the honour of being the first product to star on my blog!


Retails at about 30USD, bout 45SGD? Not very sure, but it is certainly worth every cent! You can get this at any Shu Uemura counter, theres one in Tangs Orchard, Takashimaya Orchard and Metro Paragon. (Singapore)


Overall rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 hearts! Maximum rating!



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