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May 24, 2012

Review: MAC Mineralize Charged Water Moisture Gel

An ultra-light, gel-like cream that absorbs instantly to give the skin
intense hydration.  Infused with our exclusive Super-Charged Water
technology, this formula leaves skin softer, more luminous.  Use day or
night. 

CLAIMS:

* skin appears smoother and more luminous over time. 

* absorbs into skin and providing immediate (68%) and long term hydration (25%) and helps skin's radiance immediately (32%) and over time (24%). 
* provides 77 bio-available minerals to help nourish the skin. 

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:

* Aloe leaf extract

* Gemstones (Rhodochrosite and Diamond powder)

* Potassium, Magnesium, Sodium and Zinc for skin nutrition

RETAIL PRICE: Php 2,100 (about $50)

WEIGHT: 50 ml

PROS:* non-greasy and fast absorbing

* instantly my skin feels moisturised without the greasy after feel

* makes a nice base under makeup

* unscented

* my skin felt hydrated the whole day

* no breakouts* the tub contains a lot of product.  I think this will last me a year even with daily use. 

CONS:
* no spf if you use this during daytime

* tub packaging is not hygenic

* some may find the price expensive

TIPS:

* to avoid contaminating the product, use a spatula or a cotton bud to transfer a small amount of moisturiser into a small container.  Bought mine at Watsons for less than Php 50 with a spatula. 

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:

Those who are looking for a non-greasy and oil-free moisturiser.  For all skintypes. 

OVERALL:

I've been using this for more than a month already and I love it!  I use this during daytime after toning my face with NU Skin's Napca Moisture mist and before applying my Dr. Jart Silver Label Spf 35++ BB cream.  My skin now is sensitive and so far I didn't experience breaking out with it.  I'm also using the Mineralized Charge Water Eye cream and will share my thoughts about it soon. 

I've started using one of TONY MOLY's new-ish bb creams and since I've got combination skin, I need something to hydrate my drier areas so they're not emphasized once I apply the bb itself.  And since it's oil-free, it's a plus for my oilier areas (aka my t-zone)! 

I just opened up my own blog at http://dolcellita.blogspot.com/ and posted my first review.  Hope you can check it out too! :)