Shiseido Tsubaki is releasing their new Premium Hair Mask (1165yen, 180g) exclusively on Rakuten on 10 August before it launches nationwide in mid-September in Japan. It is supposed to be so effective that it requires zero waiting time and can be rinsed off virtually immediately with salon-like results. Recommended to be used 1-2 times weekly, it contains pearl protein and amino acids for repairing damaged hair, royal jelly and glycerine for hydration, and a higher concentration of the brand's signature camellia oil compared to their conditioners and treatments for adding luster and repair.
Kanebo will launch its Fall 2017 collection under its eponymous global prestige brand on 8 September in Japan. It includes:
1. Selection Color Eyeshadow #6 (5500yen, 4.5g)
2. Intense Crayon Rouge (6 shades, 3500yen, 1.8g)
3. Lip Primer (3200yen)
4. Variant Brosse (Contour) (2500yen for refill, 2000yen for case, 1000yen for brush, 4g)
5. Luster Cream Foundation SPF12 PA+ (12000yen, 30ml, 8 shades of which one will be available only in markets outside of Japan)
6. Tone Up Primer SPF15 PA++ (6000yen, 30ml)
7. Foundation Brush (5000yen)
8. Eyebrow Mascara (2 shades, 2800yen, 4.3ml)
9. Volume Framing Mascara (3800yen, 7.7ml)
10. Skin Gloss Oil Water (50ml, 5000yen). The Skin Gloss In Oil can be used on the face, body and hair. The ingredients list according to the Kanebo website are as follow: squalene, glycerin, diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, olive oil, dimethicone, propanediol, water, fragrance, macadamia nut oil, jojoba seed oil, sorbitan isostearate, sodium citrate, avocado oil, evening primrose seed extract, phenoxyethanol, Red 504.
11. Skin Tightening Cream (20000yen, 40ml)
12. Fulfilling Emulsion (12000yen, 100ml)
13. Graceful Flow Lotion (10000yen, 180ml)
Kuri Nakagome posted this stunning picture of the upcoming Lunasol Shine Fall Eyes EX01 and Full Glamour Lips EX09 which will be sold exclusively at Isetan Shinjuku in Tokyo and Umeda Hankyu in Osaka starting 11 August. It's bewildering when companies push such attractive palettes as ultra-exclusives that are a pain to hunt down (unless you're willing to pay for a personal shopper service) instead of making it easily available as part of their permanent range and creating a win-win for both the company and consumers. Details on the rest of the Komorebi Jyouka collection can be found here.
Lancome will launch its third generation version of its popular Teint Miracle Liquid foundation SPF25 PA+++ (6000yen, 30ml, 7 shades) on 15 September in Japan. Boosted with moisture capture technology for improved hydration capability, it is formulated with an 'aura inside technology' with three types of pearl particles for creating a natural lustrous glow. The paraben-free and oil-free formula is also gentle on skin. This is the first time that I've seen a Lancome product being marketed as being paraben-free, although I could be wrong. Pic from Maquia.
Lancome is also teaming up with Olympia Le Tan for its Autumn '17 colour makeup collection launching on 18 August but it looks too kitschy and unappealing to me, especially the freaky lip-shaped lipsticks. You can see pics of it here. Pic below by At Cosme.
Estee Lauder has just launched a revamped version of its Double Wear Cushion BB Liquid Compact in Japan. The Double Wear Cushion BB Liquid Compact N SPF50 PA++++ (6500yen, 12g) offers sheer coverage and a hydrating, long-lasting glowy finish. However, it's unclear what exactly is new in this version versus the original Double Wear Cushion BB that launched in Spring 2016, as the sun protection level and product description are exactly the same, along with the paltry offering of just three shades. The only noticeable difference is that the case now comes with a shiny gold lid, versus the dark blue of the original.
Majolica Majorca has just released this limited edition Wonder Fixer (1200yen) makeup-setting spray exclusively at Don Quijote stores in Japan. It is formulated with rose extract and botanical sebum-absorbing ingredients to help keep skin hydrated and feeling fresh.
