Thursday, August 14, 2014

The Body Shop All-In-One Instablur

The secret to the perfect selfie is here. No retouch needed! I've talked about The Body Shop's All-In-One Instablur launch here, now it's time for a full review.

The Body Shop All-In-One Instablur


5-Action Perfector:
  1. 12-hour shine controlling
  2. Pore smoothing
  3. Blemish hiding
  4. Complexion unifying
  5. Makeup extending

Contains Vitamin E and Community Fair Trade Marula Oil. Use alone or before foundation.

Ingredients:


Swatch:


Pros:
  • It comes in a universal (clear) shade.
  • It blurs out fine lines and minor blemishes - giving skin a soft-focused effect.
  • It has no scent.
  • It has no SPF, hence no white cast, making the skin photo-ready even with flash photography.
  • It has Vitamin E and marula oil to moisturize the skin.
  • It has powders to mattify the skin.
  • It feels velvety smooth on the skin.
  • It controls oil for a long time - no shine even after 6 hours. When my nose starts getting shiny, I just blot with an oil-control film and I don't top if off with powder. My makeup still looks fresh by then.
  • It makes my makeup last longer.
  • Very recommended for oily skin! 

Cons:
  • It has no tint or coverage.
  • It contains dimethicone.

I'll share with you a really simple look using just 4 of my favorite, trusty products from The Body Shop.


The finish is poreless and matte, and I can just add on a highlighter if I want a dewy finish.


Products used:

I don't use Instablur every single day, since it still contains silicone. Silicone (which came in the form of dimethicone for this product) is inherent in most makeup bases/primers, as it fills in the dips and craters on the surface of your skin, resulting in a smooth, even surface for your base to cling on to. However, it may clog pores when it's not thoroughly removed at the end of the day.

I like using The Body Shop All-In-One Instablur when I know I'm going to have a long day ahead, when I know it'll be hot or humid and I don't want my makeup to melt off, or when there are special events I have to attend. Can't risk an oily face when there will be lots of pictures taken! I love how easy it is for me to achieve a perfect base makeup whenever I use Instablur.

Price: P1,195.00
Available in all The Body Shop stores nationwide


Take your selfie to the next level with Instablur! Like The Body Shop, Philippines on Facebook for more information.

Love,
Helen

10 comments:

  1. I think your product is also effective for wrinkles. Hehehe. Wonderful!

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  2. Ang ganda naman ng FOTD :) Ang funny ng itsura nung swatch wahahaha!

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    1. Weird yung swatch, hindi photogenic. Hahaha! :D

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  3. Blur creams are <3! I don't get reactions to silicone, but I'm also quite stringent with makeup removal. I double cleanse and even use a scrub when I have particularly heavy makeup on that day. Just to be sure.

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    1. First time I've used one and I like it. :) Ooh I have yet to learn that. I'm so lazy when it comes to makeup removal.

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  4. This sounds funny, but I can actually see the blurring effect in the FOTD. Parang may soft glow effect. :D

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    1. Haha. Tama ka. ;) Galing ng concept and effect ng Instablur. :D

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