EMPTIES: Products I've Used Up! Featuring Kiehl's, Dior, SK-II, Koh Gen Do, Shu Uemura & More!

I recently asked on Twitter if any of you were interested in seeing an "Empties" video, and the response was so great that I decided to go ahead and run with the idea! I accidentally threw a couple empty bottles out before I was able to film this, but I will try to review/mention them another time. Now, I generally end up going through hair, body care, and skin care products first, but I will try to include more makeup products in the future! You will see many of my essentials in the video -- products that I reach for almost every single day -- as well as new product recommendations. I hope you find this video gave you some valuable insight into my most-loved products!

Products Reviewed:
Kiehl's Superbly Efficient Anti-Perspirant and Deodorant
Dior DiorSnow White Reveal UV Shield Sunscreen SPF 50
SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion
    *Also shown: SK-II Whitening Source Clear Lotion

Peter Thomas Roth Max Complexion Correction Pads
     *Also shown: First Aid Beauty Blemish Control Pads
Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid 10% Gel Moisturizer
Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Makeup Removing Cloths (packs)
Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water Makeup Removing Cloth Roll (70 count)
Lancome Hypnose Drama Waterproof Mascara
Shiseido Benefique Makeup Cleansing Oil
Shu Uemura Anti-Oxi Cleansing Oil [Review HERE]
Shu Uemura Anti-Oil Astringent Shampoo
Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil Shampoo

     *Also mentioned: Kerastase Reflection Bain Chroma Captive Shampoo

Makeup Worn:

Chanel MatLumiere in 40 + Chanel CC Cream in 20

EM Michelle Phan Concealer Palette in Light 

EM Michelle Phan Love Me for Me Powder Compact in Linen 8

Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil Cartridge in 204 and Holder

Tom Ford Eye Color Quad in Seductive Rose 

Tom Ford Bronzing Powder in Terra 

Lancome Hypnose Drama Waterproof Mascara 

Giorgio Armani Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil in Black

Eyeko Eye Do Eyeliner & Mascara Set

Tom Ford Spring 2014 Lip Color Sheer in Pink Dune 

Velour Lashes Strike A Pose 

     *Use promo code RAEVELOUR to receive 15% off your purchase!

Nails:
YSL Spring 2014 Rose Scabiosa [review here]
Zoya PixieDust in Carter

Earrings:
House of Harlow White Sunburst Studs

Shirt:

J.Crew

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Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Waterlight Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ Sunscreen Review, Photos, Swatches

Kate Somerville's Daily Deflector Waterlight Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ is the latest sunscreen release from the brand, and it is officially my new daily-use sunscreen. I apply it after my moisturizer and before my base makeup. I used Dior's DiorSnow SPF 50+ for years, but I have been looking for a lighter sunscreen since I have started to wear foundation primer regularly again. Click to read more and see if this Waterlight formula could be a contender for your next Holy Grail sunscreen!

Winter Skin TLC: DiorSnow Sunscreen

This is the best sunscreen for dry skin! It dries semi-matte but I find that it hydrates my combination skin too much. It feels much like a night/treatment cream when applied initially, as the texture is firm, but the formula is easily spread with the fingertips. It is quite comfortable on my dry cheeks but the make-up on my T-Zone was sliding off after a few hours. If you have oily skin, you want to stick to Chanel UV Essential instead!

Now, some might wonder.. why does SPF matter when winter has set in? The lack of sunlight does not mean your skin is not exposed! You should wear sunscreen all year round and protect your skin from early aging :) If you find a sunscreen that can double as a face primer, it just replaces a step in your morning routine instead of adding another. DiorSnow and Chanel UV are both versatile enough to use as sunscreen and face primer so you get your money's worth! The bottles are tiny but don't let that discourage you from purchasing them because only a pea-sized amount of product is needed.

And like it states on the box, this particular sunscreen was tested on Asian skin because this range was designed for Asian skin! It does suit sensitive skin so ask for a sample at your local counter. DiorSnow skincare was once an Asia exclusive but within the last year or so, was introduced to the American market! Another thing to keep in mind - these whitening/snow products target hyperpigmentation and encourage production of healthy skin cells to create an even skin tone. They are not intended to make skin fairer!

We still do not have access to DiorSnow cosmetics, though I am hoping that will change in the next few years.






RAEview's Rating: B+
This sunscreen is unfortunately not a hit with my combination skin but dry skins will love the smooth formula and hydrating properties of DiorSnow!