VMV Hypoallergenics: Fine Finish Pore Minimizing Skin Mattifier (for oily skin)

(Whew!  That product name is a mouthful.)

I was looking for a facial mask that will help tighten my skin.  Thank you to the BF who patiently accompanied me through every department store cosmetics counter and stores which took a while since I'm vowing to be a discerning shopper.  The product has to offer more for the skin, but realistic, with less of the bells and whistles of packaging and brand name.  The price has to be perfect as well.

The last store we went to was VMV Hypoallergenics.  I always loved visiting their sterile, minimalist stores.  Their helpful sales assistant recommended this Fine Finish Pore Minimizing Skin Mattifier.  This isn't a mask but it does tighten the skin.  It fits what I was looking for so one bottle went home with me.

I have oily skin.  The pores on my checks and T-zone, literally my whole face, are of different sizes of huge.  Think of the moon's lunar craters.  I've read various scientific studies about those misleading pore minimizing products.  We have to love our pores no matter the size/visibility because it is and will be as it is no matter how many miracle products we slather on our skin.

I wish they would not call this product "Pore Minimizing" as it does not do anything to the pores.  But what it does is tighten skin.  This can be felt upon seconds from application and will last approximately 45 minutes.  The result is a less oily face thus it stays true to the last half of what it's called, a "Skin Mattifier".

And for the rest of the week my face was not that oily and it creeped me out a bit as I'm used to being oily.  But now that the sebum production is under control I'm not complaining.

This is applied on the face via a cotton pad.  Instructions are given to not soak the pad but only dampen it with the liquid.  And this should not be applied more than twice a week for the first eight weeks of using.

One thing I don't like about this is the strong smell of alcohol.

Product name: VMV Hypoallergenics: Fine Finish Pore Minimizing Skin Mattifier (for oily skin)
Also available: For dry skin (I just don't know how that will work since dry skin is already matte.)
Available at: VMV Hypoallergenics stores or their counters at Landmark
Price: PHP 680 for a 150 ml bottle

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VMV Hypoallergenics Glitter Gloss in Princess

Vivid burgundy!  The color of red wine.  And raspberries.  And this glitter gloss called Princess.

I'm not much of a fan of glitters on the lips because it can be overwhelming and one may end up looking like a victim of arts and crafts debauchery.  But the glitter in this gloss ain't anything like that.

This it goes on smoothly.  The glitter does not sink in the lines of the lips.  It is non-drying and does not leave lips feeling sticky.

Do you fancy glitter in your gloss?

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VMV Hypoallergenics Skin Bloom Blush

on 30% off 

I experimented with make-up in my early twenties.  I tried various drug store brands but most of them broke my skin out which made me shy away from cosmetics.  Then I saw a TV show that featured VMV.  Decided to try it out.  And the rest was history.

VMV Hypoallergenics is a make-up brand that specializes in allergen-free cosmetics and skin care.  Their products are fragrance-free, paraben and preservative-free.  And since glue can be an allergen some of their boxes are glue free.  The manufacturing and best used by dates are stamped on their boxes and at the back of compacts.

origami like box

I bought these last December.  They are the first blushes that did not irritate my skin.  Another good thing... these were on 30% off sale.

The compact and its brush are housed in a faux suede (not sure of the material) box.  It's very chic and simple it adds extra excitement when doing touch ups.

I got Georgia and Bellini.  They have been my go-to blush.  They go smooth when applied and can last up to four hours without touch ups.

Georgia (left)
Bellini (right)

best used by and manufacturing dates

My love for make-up and skin care started with this brand.  

This will be a long lasting love affair.

Have a great day!

Eye Serum VS Eye Serum

VMV Hypoallergenics
RE: Everything Eye Serum
(30ml)

I love VMV Hypoallergenics' R.E. Everything Eye Serum. The results are recognizable with one to two nights use. The only thing I don't love about the bottle I got was that the pump doesn't work. Have to buy a tiny container because unscrewing the bottle everytime for use can get a bit messy.

On the other side of the road Lancome's Blanc Expert Ultimate Whitening Anti-spot Anti-dark Circles Eye Serum (Whew! That was a mouthful!) I've been given a sample during one of my Lancome counter visits. I was very excited to try this but it was a disappointment. Used it for almost a week but it didn't do anything it promised to. Sad and disappointed... But no worries, I still love you Lancome!

Lancome
Blanc Expert
Ultimate Whitening Anti-spot Anti-dark Circles Eye Serum
(5ml Sample) 

Ultimate Whitening Anti-spot Anti-dark Circles Eye Serum