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Shiseido White Lucent Challenge Day 1 & Shiseido Spring Makeup Giveaway!
I’m beaming with delight and it’s all thanks to Shiseido Philippines and blogger friend, Sophie Uy. I’ve got something special that I’m about to sort of embark on as well as a makeup item to give you lovely readers today, but before we get to that nationwide giveaway prize, be still your beating heart…patience is a virtue, we’ve got to start at the beginning. I’ve got a full 7 days to take two wonderful skincare items out for a “road spin”. Something by Shiseido suddenly got us bloggers “arrested” just the other day at the Shiseido Pop-Up Beauty Lounge at SM Makati, which will by the way be there until March 31st for purchases, facials, and free consultations. It’s amazing how one mention of revered cosmetics brand, Shiseido, drew quite a huge bunch of us Filipina beauty bloggers together…and on a weekday, too. To be honest, my mother and I are quite a couple of Shiseido fan-girls I tell you. The first main product the bloggers were introduced to, The White Lucent Intensive Spot Targeting Serum, coupled with a brightening mask, is designed to nourish skin, help radiance resurface, and help lighten or eliminate unwanted spots brought about by small clusters of hardened melanin beneath the surface of the skin.
1. SHISEIDO White Lucent Intensive Spot Targeting Serum – crushes melanin,
2. SHISEIDO White Lucent Brightening Mask – ejects melanin
Getting ready here for my skincare treatment, this was shot in the middle of having my own makeup removed by a Shiseido lady. Here I am side by side with Sophie Uy of Beautynomics who has already been using the White Lucent serum several days ahead of me, she’s naturally a shade or two fairer than me.
On that day we were being presented with Shiseido’s White Lucent Intensive spot targeting serum and the partnering brightening mask. The serum is a targeted treatment containing their proprietary “Melano crush” to cause spots to, in theory break apart into finer particles or disintegrate. Our White Lucent 7-day skincare challenge involves the twice daily use of the White Lucent serum coupled with the intermittent use of the brightening mask on top of it every few days. Click “Read more” to continue to my experience at the Shiseido Pop-up lounge and get to the Rafflecopter widget at the end for my single Shiseido giveaway.
The serum itself is a translucent milky consistency that is pleasantly scented, but the scent isn’t too overpowering and neither did it cause me to break out in any way minutes later. I love the quality of a skincare item that’s potent but does not irritate sensitive skin. It says a lot about the high level of ingredient processing done for Shiseido.
2-pumps for each facial application, morning and evening.
We were corralled into the Shiseido Pop-Up Beauty Lounge approximately pair by pair (Noah’s Ark? lol) to experience both the serum and brightening mask followed by a delicately applied layer of Shiseido Spring collection makeup directly over the skincare. Upon the Shiseido attendant’s application of the serum on my skin I immediately noticed absolutely no irritation or itching. After letting the serum settle for a few minutes she applied the brightening mask over the top, stretching it over the contours of my face. Boo.
It was the White Lucent brightening mask that sort of made me feel “something happening” on my face. The function of the serum with its “Melano Crush” ingredient is to crush the melanin and the brightening mask supposedly “ejects” the crush melanin afterwards. There was a tingly sensation that was neither a sting nor an itch, so that was pretty interesting for me. To actually feel something actively transpiring across the surface of your face with no pain or itch is new for me. After the facial treatment, which you don’t rinse off, even with makeup on my skin felt supple and smooth, my facial pores seemed smaller which is probably why my skin felt so smooth. So technically yesterday was actually sort of like Day 1. I was supplied with 2 more brightening masks for my 1 week White Lucent challenge. The point of the whole 7-day challenge beginning today is to witness the disappearance or lightening of these pigmentation spots and tiny blemish scars. I have more of them on the left side of my face than on my right.
The dark spots at the beginning of our challenge are still very visible so this is a proper “before” sort of photo. We can check for the contrast in the results after Day 7. Check back with the conclusive post in a week to see the benefits of my White Lucent skincare challenge. Remember, the Shiseido Pop-Up Beauty Lounge will be there at SM Makati until March 31. As part and parcel of this skincare trial I will sort of need your help, lovely readers, but those who help, in my opinion, should be at least given the chance to be duly rewarded. So the way you can “help” is actually by joining this Shiseido giveaway, isn’t that a COOL way to help? Giveaway open nationwide only.
HOW TO JOIN MY SHISEIDO SPRING 2013 GIVEAWAY
This giveaway is open nationwide until Feb.28 12am (GMT +8). All you need do is follow the mandatory steps and exact instructions via the Rafflecopter widget below. You’ll notice that the first required option is to “Tweet about the giveaway”, please remember DO NOT CHANGE THE DEFAULT TWEET provided for that option because I already included the proper hashtag there #ShiseidoWhiteLucent. Here is my exclusive Shiseido giveaway prize up for grabs for one blessed reader/follower.
From the soon to be released Spring collection I will be giving away this super-duper pretty Shiseido Luminizing Satin Eye Color Trio in the colorway RD711. Use the Rafflecopter widget below this photo which will give you 5 mandatory actions to complete in order to be officially entered into the giveaway, no actions provided for additional points.
Comments
jhessica
I never tried any shiseido so far but ive read a lot of good reviews about their skin care products.i hope soon mattry ko din…:)
Thea
My favorite Shiseido product is the Shiseido Lifting Foundation in I20. It gives such a lovely dewy coverage that stays on for quite some time. My skin appears glowing and radiant without much effort!
esquire
I haven’t tried any full size but I ‘ve tried a sample serum and it seemed very hydrating yet easily absorbed by the skin.
Princess Julia
I so wanna try Shiseido as I haven’t tried it yet…I’ve read about this new product from Sophie’s blog and I’m so excited to try it to finally get rid of my blemishes…hope I’ll win! 
Princess Julia
I so wanna try Shiseido as I haven’t tried it yet…I’ve read about this new product from Sophie’s blog and I’m so excited to try it to finally get rid of my blemishes…I hope I’ll win the eyeshadow so I can try their makeup line too!
Jamee
I’d love to try Shiseido skincare to see if it make my skin glow.
Patricia Abiog
My favorite Shiseido product would be the Makeup Perfect Rouge lipstick in BE333! It’s creamy and locks in moisture on my lips. It’s the perfect type of nude that does not make my already pale skin look even more pale.
june
i’ve never bought my own shiseido product but i’ve stolen some serum from my mom (thanks mom!) and i loved it!
Maria Luz Broqueza
I love Shisheido product because it enhance my skin beauty while give me more confident wearing Shiseido make up & it makes me appear more attractive:-)
Desire Loreto
I’ve never tried any shiseido products because they’re so expensive for a student like me. But if given a chance, I would, of course, love to try their products because it’s high-end and I’ve read a lot of good reviews too. Hope to win! Thanks for this giveaway, Ms. Julia! ♥
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Michele Carrillo
So far I’ve tried Shiseido’s WrinkleResist24 Night Emulsion as it was a sample product from one of the subscription boxes, loved the way it felt on my skin without the itchy feeling. Can’t wait to try their White Lucent Intensive Spot Targeting Serum.
Sheela Richen Daminar
I haven’t tried any shiseido products yet but I would like to. I read good reviews on it especially on their skin care products. Thanks for the giveaway. Hope to win! <3
Ira Valenzuela
I’d like to try Shiseido. I haven’t tried any of their products and I have been reading a lot of nice reviews about the Shiseido line. Crossing my fingers to win!
racy
I haven’t tried any shiseido product but I don’t have enough budget. But I will find way since a lot of women in raving about the good quality of the product. It is also very effective. you can really see the results.
Anya Lagrosa
I haven’t tried any Shiseido products yet, but I’d be glad to take that pretty palette off your hands, if you know what I mean HAHA! Anyway, the brand is associated with luxury and high-quality, so I want to see first if it’s worth it to purchase with my own money.
Arlene
Hi! glad you featured Shiseido spot targeting serum on your blog! I was actually thinking about this product if it’s really effective.. because I really need a spot targeting serum right now.. Anyway, I’m looking forward to your next blog regarding this product and how effective this really is!
debbie jane
how i love and wish i could try this one..this one i think is really awesome!
Andrea Mae Baltazar
I haven’t tried the any shiseido because of its price. It’s a little expensive than my regular budget for makeup. But I want to try their sunblock because it has been raved bloggers via tumblr, their website, twitter and youTube.
Lenie
I hope it’s affordable
Jorg
As a student, I haven’t had the chance to try anything from Shiseido (mostly due to the price). I’ve always wanted to try their skin care products though since I’ve seen a lot of the beauty bloggers I follow swear by it!
Sheng
Shiseido products are always on my wish list. Can’t splurge much because it is always the baby who is the priority… Hoping to win this!
aira cortez
I wanna try Shiseido, I haven’t try this … And I’m not so fan of make-up. But if I win one of this. surely I use it. I’ve read all the comments and I must say I think it is awesome. Thanks and more power!
Athina
My favorite eyebrow pencil is from Shiseido,its un dark brown.i also tried their medicated baby powder in compact. I hope i can also try the Shiseido eyeshadow!
Jackeline
I’ve never tried it before but hope to.
Chrystal
Shiseido is always great when it comes to skin care. My grandma was the one who introduced me to this brand as she always had at least one of their products on her vanity
Emy
I haven’t tried any shiseido products, but I would like to give it a try. I heard a lot of good feed back regarding this product.
christine batiller
i haven’t tried Shiseido products and it would be lovely to try one because i’ve heard good things about Shiseido.
Maria Fe Lanie V. Pregoner
I don’t won any Shiseido products but I’ve heard good feedback from my friends who have tried it. I’ve also read good reviews regarding their products. That’s why I would love to win this
Lauren
My favorite Shiseido product is the lipstick is the pigmention is just right. I’ve been going into a skincare haul lately and I would really like to try shiseido’s line.
Jacobin
I have never bought any Shisheido products but my mother has bought a few of their products. I remember playing around with her Shisheido eye shadows when I was young and I was really impressed on the pigmentation. Growing up, it has left a big impression on me that their products are high quality. 
Issa
I would really love to try their skincare products especially the Brightening Moisturizing cream
Issa
I haven’t tried anything from this brand. I would really love to try their skincare products especially the Brightening Moisturizing cream because I am so into brightening products and I want to keep my skin looking radiant and smooth.
Maica
I have not tried Shiseido brand per se but I use now its ‘younger sister’ brand, Majolica Majorca. Nothing beats the Lash King in the mascara brand! I also love its blushers and its lip gloss (Honey Pump) is the most long-lasting gloss that I have ever used.
Nel
I’m curious about that “melano-crush” thing, sounds like a Voltes-5 superpower lol. I’ve got a lot of spot on my face from a past war against acne. Excited to see what happens in day 7, for now, I’ll join the giveaway!
jheng
I haven’t tried shiseido product because its expensive but i wanna try their brand.
Nel
I wanna try Shiseido because I’ve heard lots of good reviews on their skincare range, and they’re the oldest cosmetics brand in the world!
Ann Clare
My fave Shiseido product is Anessa perfect UV sunscreen, because it seems to be the only sunscreen that lessens/stops my skin from darkening when i go under the sun
Kai
I’ve never tried shishiedo before but I hear a lot of good reviews about the product. I’m curious, I wanna try this product too! :3
Kai
shiseido** >.<
Yana
Never had the chance to try Shiseido but I’ve been eyeing their Camelia Compact! The packaging is so quirky and I’ve heard only good things!
Rain
I love their foundation! It never disappoints! Awesome coverage but doesn’t feel heavy on the skin!
Say
I have never bought any Shiseido product but my sister is currently using it now and it looks promising.
Hazel
I’ve never tried Shiseido before because I’m still a student and have no budget. But I would love to try it because I’ve always believed in the performance of Japanese products, they’re always of the highest quality
Anne O.
I haven’t tried anything yet from shiseido since im still a student I know it’s a very good brand based on what i read on blogs. i wanted to have the eyelash curler, hopefully in the future i always wanted to try shiseido’s liquid foundation. thanks for the giveaway! really hope to win
Anne O.
please help,, cant tweet the giveaway 
it says it is over 140 words ;(
Abi Camus
i’d love to win this shiseido giveaway! <3
erika
My mom always says the best beauty product is Shiseido, she used to own Shiseido anything when she was still in Japan. I wanna try Shiseido, too!
Bela
I’m a fan of Shiseido’s Radiant Lifting Foundation.
Ricieline Janer
Never tried any Shiseido products before, but I’d sure love to! I’ve always heard such great things about their skincare products.
Arya
i would love to have a beautiful and bright face so I wanted to try Shiseido
Sie Cajilig
I’ve honestly never tried Shiseido, but I want to because I’ve been hearing good feedback about it. My friends say their products are awesome. I should explore more and get something from them. X3
Cheeka
I’m loving Shiseido 131 foundation brush and the Wrinkle Resist night cream.
aira de castro
Shiseido is a brand whose products I always see in malls and read being raved about in blogs. So I’ve always wanted to try it out. However, I think it’s still a bit too expensive for me, add to that the fact that I have never had any eyeshadow palettes of my own, this contest is a really good chance for me.
Ace Tria
Shiseido was my first ever makeup investment, and I’ve been enjoying the great returns since. I love its Dual Balancing Foundation which is perfect for my oily skin, but my HG is the Sheer Matifying Powder Foundation. It’s the secret to “perfect” skin 
Tricia
I believe that Shiseido is a powerhouse in making good skincare and makeup products! I haven’t tried Shiseido products directly but I have tried their daughter brands like Majolica Majorca! So far I haven’t been disappointed yet!
Arlene
hi! we have the same skin problem pala! aside from spots, i also have the same uneven skin tone. looking forward to your 7th day update! i really am interested to try this product myself!
Corinne F.
I have never tried shiseido products yet but I always hear and read good reviews about thm thats why I wanna try their products:)
Jaja Laure
I’ve tried the Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist 24 Night Cream and it’s really a remarkable product. It somehow smoothened my face after a week. Well, it seems that the name “Shiseido” is synonymous to effectiveness!
jhoanne
i like shiseido benefiance I love how it moisturizes my skin and helps fight aging
Riyalyn Gatdula
I never been try any products of Shiseido, If I win, i would happy to try I think It’s pretty awesome!
Clyde A. Gabriel
I don’t usually require my wife to wear make-up because I like natural beauty. But if Shiseido will enhance her beauty more, well then why not! More power Shiseido!!!
Patricia
Before I received my February BDJ Box, the only Shiseido product I tried is their facial cleanser. But now, my new favorite is the Benefiance Night Emulsion. It makes my skin smooth and supple, and I wake up with bright skin.
MrsMartinez
I <3 Shiseido Camellia Compact. It's my secret to glowing, white skin ; ) I usually dab the powder on my cheeks then blend it with my finishing powder for a flawless rosy pink cheek finish.
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MrsMartinez
leonizamartinez
Never tried any shiseido product, im now waiting for my BDJ Box coz i’ve been hearing a lot what’s inside it. So excited to try every shiseido products in it.. =)
Gizette
I’ve never tried any Shiseido prod. But I’ve heard a lot of good reviews from my friends so I really wanna try!
Judy
Would love to try this product…
Chiqui Callueng
Haven’t bought any shiseido product but would like to try the Shiseido White Lucent Intensive Brightening Serum and Brightening mask to clear my face from acne marks and spots!
Michelle Ame
I haven’t tried any Shiseido product but I would love to try their White Lucent Intensive Brightening serum and I hope it would work on skin blemish.
Richelle Manuel
Never tried any Shiseido product & I really wanted to experience one! <3 hope I'll win.
God bless! <3
Janeen Ferreria
I would love to try Shiseido perfect foundation brush because of good reviews and as its name imply, it is a perfect all around brush
cheryl abad
i have never tried any shiseido products before. i wish to own one. rafflecopter and blessmybag, please pick me up ^_^
Jas
I’ve tried Shiseido’s White Lucent Serum from Sample Room and so far I’m loving it!
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Mara Mina
My favorite Shiseido product would be the Shiseido Perfect Rouge in RD514. I got a sample from my aunt and I absolutely love it! I’m not a fan of lipsticks since most of the lipsticks I’ve tried look horrible on me as they tend to settle into my lines of my lips but the Shiseido Perfect Rouge does not. Surprisingly, the red also suits me very well and I am comfortable with it~ I’m trying to save up for the full-size product so I don’t have to wait for long when my sample runs out.