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lynnie · Chanel

does anyone use shiseido face products?

blubirde · Chanel

I used the face cleanser for awhile (until I couldn't afford it anymore) and I really, really loved it. It's still my favorite. If it weren't something that I used a lot and ran out of often, I'd still be using it.

I'm not sure about the other products but I've generally heard very good things about Shiseido.

dot · Marc Jacobs

i really like their products. i use a lot of cle de peau (their higher level line). a lot of the products are very similar to the regular shiseido line. i like their toner and things that say "energizing" or "illuminating." i find these terms interesting because i don't think i would necessarily use them to describe what these products actually do. anyway, they are nice and i really like them! enjoy your samples! :)

Lilykind · Hermes

In general I'm a big fan of the stuff but it's definitely $$$.

I used the Pureness Moisturizing Gel-Creme like it was crack for nearly two years...I stopped only because it was $30 and I would use up one tub in 6 weeks. It is the perfect moisture for oilier skin/skin on acne treatments.

I also really like the Benefiance eye mask pads. I use those for special occasions but I swear they make my under-eye area lighter and the skin looks

I've also used a TON of other Pureness samples, which I liked a lot but at the time couldn't swing the cash to get the system.

ViViDogWear · Kate Spade

I use their stuff alot. It's one of the only lines that my super-sensitive, excema, allergy-apt skin can take and actually has good results to.

I use the stuff sparingly or interchangeably so as to save some $ buz it isn't cheap at all.

I have used their "The Skincare" line for about 7 years. Stuff I rely on:

* Gentle Cleansing Foam
* Hydro Refining Softener Lotion (I'm very stingy with this "toner" kind of thing - it's so
much $ for some "water" but it's really awesome!)
* Day & Night Essential Moisturizers
* Multi Energizing Creme
* Eye Revitalizer

The great thing about Shiseido is that they often have little bottles/tubes of samples that are perfect for travel size. I ALWAYS ask for samples and it kind of makes up for the cost i think.

Btw, the Pureness line is great for oilier/teenage skin I hear. And although Benefiance is for more mature, aging/age-prevention skin - it really works on my super dry skin well too! Even more $$$.
hth