Sunday, May 20, 2012

San San Concealer

I've read in magazines that concealers and/or foundations have to be part of your "splurge" list when it comes to beauty. Sometimes, foundations (especially those high-end ones) work so well that they alone can already cover imperfections and dark circles, hence concealers won't be necessary. For days that I don't want to wear full-on makeup, I reach for concealer to lighten my dark circles, since it instantly makes me look fresher and more well-rested. One time, I came across these pots of San San Concealers in HBC. Though they're so affordable and can't be considered as a splurge, I got curious on how it would work for me. Who knows if this might turn out to be a good product after all?

 
San San Concealers in Light and Beige

San San Concealer in Natural

This was actually a fail purchase. The color on the box looked dark enough, but this turned out to be their lightest shade. It should have been named "Pale" instead. I swatched this and never bothered to use it again. It's too white even for my fair skin. Too bad I can't have this returned. I have no use for it, but my sister said this could be used to highlight or brighten the eye area.

 San San Concealer in Beige

After purchasing the concealer in Natural, I went for the second shade, which is Beige. Beige is better, and it matched my skin tone spot on! I only use this for my dark under-eye circles, and it covers them well. I wished it lasted longer though. It works okay on cooler days since it stays on with no problem, but once it gets hot or when I start to sweat, off comes the product! So you really have to set this concealer with either pressed or loose powder afterwards.


Another good thing with San San Cosmetics is that they formulate their makeup to be good for the skin, enriching their makeups with Vitamins A, C, and E, and SPF 15.

Swatches:

Top: Natural | Bottom: Beige

 Top: Natural | Bottom: Beige

 
Top: Natural | Bottom: Beige

When Worn (Beige)

This is the same concealer that Maricar Reyes uses. (Her shade is Beige, too.) I read about it from Maven's September-October 2011 issue. I think Maricar Reyes is an effective endorser of San San since she always looks fresh and she carries herself well, no matter what her look.



I wouldn't be repurchasing this one anytime soon since my pot will last a long time for sure. (All 13 grams of it!) If you're looking for an affordable concealer, this one is worth a try, but make sure you choose the right shade (Natural, Beige, or Olive). Each pot cost a little over P100.00. However, this is not HG material. I'm still in search of that perfect concealer for me.

Love,
Helen

17 comments:

  1. I've used this too and I liked it. My best friend is currently using it also. It really is a good buy if you are looking for affordable products! :)

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    1. Lots of people seem to be using this! I always see these concealers in blogs. Glad you and your best friend liked it. :)

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  2. wow, beige really matched your skintone! It's like you don't even had the concealer on! :)

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    1. If only it lasted longer! I super like this beige shade. :)

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  3. great review helen? does it smudge easily? i like the beige one :) mukhang its a sulit buy!! :)
    Rovie, The Bargain Doll

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    1. Thanks, Rovie? Haha! :) Pag mainit oo, kelangan i-set with powder. Super sulit nga e. Feel ko never to mauubos kasi ang daming product sa pan.

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  4. im really amazed w those concealers! i got both shades too cause they're so freaking cheap and what i do is i mix them to achieve my perfect match. they are quite oily though so u need to really set them. but for everyday concealing, it's really nice. you wont break the bank w it :D -Loving Sunshine

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    1. I agree! It's a nice product for everyday use since it's so cheap, but it works. Powder is the only requirement though for it to last all day. :)

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  5. it can conceal pimple marks too?

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    1. Sorry, I haven't tried that yet, since I only use this for my dark cicles.

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  6. Great review. I've tried this is in the shade natural. It was way too light. But it covers quite well. ^_^

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    1. Natural is not natural at all. Beige is better. :D

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  7. pwede po ba kayo gumawa ng "Battle of Concealers: Sansan" ? Like Sansan HD Concealer vs. Sansan Pot Concealer? :) sa undereye lang po :)

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    1. Hello Marykay! Wala akong ibang Sansan concealers as of the moment eh. But I will keep that in mind! :) Pag nangailangan ako ng concealer try ko un HD nila.

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  8. Hi there,
    I have 2 dark blemishes on my skin. That is a size of a 5 cents coin. Or maybe a bit smaller than that. I'm currently using San San Soleil Matte Foundation on my face but it failed to cover those freakin blemish. Do you think this would be a great product to use?

    Or let's say if I use this,would this compliment with my Nichido Pressed Powder?(i mean without using foundation, just this and a pressed powder)

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  9. Hi there,
    I have 2 dark blemishes on my skin. That is a size of a 5 cents coin. Or maybe a bit smaller than that. I'm currently using San San Soleil Matte Foundation on my face but it failed to cover those freakin blemish. Do you think this would be a great product to use?

    Or let's say if I use this,would this compliment with my Nichido Pressed Powder? ( i mean just the concealer and pressed powder)

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    1. Hi Cris, it depends. What type of blemish? If it's a pimple, I think this concealer will slide off because of oil. If they're scars, this might work, but you definitely have to set it with powder.

      I've only tried this on my undereyes, and it works fine there.

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