Estee Lauder Perfectly Clean Foam Cleanser/ Purifying Mask (full size 150ml for $26)
I apologise-- the tube is not perfectly clean. But trust me, what is inside will make your face perfectly clean. This product is advertised both as a cleanser and a 3-minute mask, however, I have only used it as a cleanser. The product targets normal to combination skins, and promises to gently yet thoroughly cleanse (which to me sounds more like a contradiction a bit). This product cleanses thoroughly. So well that it can probably even remove your criminal record. But that is also the problem. A squeeky clean face might not be the result you are looking for-- after all, removing literally the last bit of oil off your face is not going to be healthy. Especially with daily use. I will be honest, I enjoy using this product twice per week. That's it. More than that is not good for your skin. Your daily cleanser should not remove all your oils. The product removes eyebrow pomade from my wrist perfectly, plus, it nailed the brush test. So, overall, a very strong cleanser but not for daily use.
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Estee Lauder Stress Relief Eye Mask ($50 for 10-pack)
I know that in Germany, some stores, like Douglas, sell them also separately (but they actually shouldn't). "Pre-moistened pads hydrate and soothe skin with targeted anti-stress, anti-fatigue ingredients like Aloe Vera and Cucumber.For all skintypes", according to EL. This mask is super thin, and at first, I didn't even think it would stick, but don't worry, it did. No effect on dark circles, but very hydrating. When you take them off, it feels like you have had someone put light butter underneath your eyes. Interesting.
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Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Complex (£45 for 15ml)
I use the mini versions (I have about 3 of them, which actually equals to one full size product). Just a tip, sometimes they sell smaller sizes (Estee Lauder is very good at it) that basically becomes "per ml" a lot cheaper than the full sized product. This is how EL describes it: "This supercharged treatment—now with 10X Concentrated Repair Technology—helps repair the visible impact of lack of sleep, UV, pollution, even blue light. It's proven to reveal a bright, hydrated, visibly revived look with comprehensive benefits for the eye area". The cream is more gel like, but thick. Applies smoothly under the eyes, and takes a bit to sink in. In the morning, the under eye area feels super soft and supple. It is definitely a very good eye cream.
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Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation (30ml for around $45)
Some swear by this foundation and regard it as their Holy Grail, while others don't really understand the hype. But let's be honest, those "others" are a minority. So, on which side do we fall? As you might remember, this is my mum's Holy Grail foundation. But I have different skin needs. (BTW, right at this point of writing, my dad has called me asking for chin lifting masks and creams, but that's beside the point). Back to the foundation. There are actually certain flaws with it, and the first one is packaging. Please make it with a pump. I know, I have bought the pump separately for it, but you can't put a lid on it if it has the pump on-- which makes it very inconvenient to travel with. I have the foundation in colour Cool Bone-- and yet, it is still a shade darker than what I need. One really needs to go through testing different colours and seeing what shade works best-- so always ask for a sample to try. I highly do not recommend trying to match yourself online. But enough with constructive criticism. Yes, this foundation is amazing (I actually introduced to my mum, obviously). The coverage is absolutely bang-on.
Today, I decided to use a tiny bit of it with a brush-- and even that gave me a medium coverage. I am a bit torn between settle this foundation or not. Today, I have not set it, and it looked just find (it did not crease), but there was still a bit of a wet touch to it, so I think I will continue setting it lightly. This foundation is all about great smooth but full coverage. And it's an absolute must.