beauty review: Shiseido IBUKI skincare

as an Allure 2013 Breakthrough Beauty Award winner, the Shiseido IBUKI range of skincare products boast a multi-action formula that corrects the appearance of unevenness as well as visible pores, dryness, breakouts and blemish marks, and skin roughness.

according to Shiseido, IBUKI Skincare "builds skin's resistance to UV rays and daily stress by infusing it with long-lasting moisture". their exclusive technology "puts your skin in a super-hydrated state, so it can maintain a healthy, more radiant glow"…

i don't know about the UV resistance, since i wear spf daily, but i can say from my experience that my skin absolutely appreciates the added {much-needed} hydration. these products have definitely given my skin a smoother looking and feeling appearance…

take a closer look...

the Purifying Cleanser contains micro-granules {they are very micro, btw} that allow the formula to gently exfoliate skin. one major standout to me is that it only takes the tiniest amount {like a pea} to create a serious, rich lather, and i like the way it removes all traces of dirt and oil, but never leaves my skin feeling tight or over dry.

Softening Concentrate is simply fabulous. this deep-infusion formula puts its softening ingredients into the skin for a smoother look and feel. as it claims, i've found this post-cleanser liquid enhances the benefits of the skincare i apply after it since it hydrates and smooths so well. i also no longer have any over-drying from my blemish-fighting toner since this Concentrate puts the moisture back in. love that!

Refining Moisturizer Enriched is a multi-action formula that is so rich, lush and highly moisturizing without a greasy feel.  i use it day and night {a bit more at night} and love that it absorbs quickly; it also contains witch hazel, a beautiful ingredient that helps keep blemishes at bay.


do you use Shiseido skincare products? i've been so impressed by what i've used so far to this point…

in any case, you can find Shiseido IBUKI at Sephora, Macy's and other fine departments stories. visit shiseido.com for more info!

products featured sent to me for review consideration; all thoughts and opinions are my own; pics taken by me :)