Nature Republic's Vanilla Sky Pact SPF 30 PA+++ sure is a looker on the counter with its adorable mint cream case reminiscent of Paul & Joe products (and even the nail polish bottles are!).
The powder smells as good as its name --- vanilla. I love that it is finely milled and gives a velvety smooth, matte finish. My scarred skin might frown at the fact that it doesn't give any additional coverage for acne scars and marks but I think that with the right shade, this works well in evening out the complexion.
I got the Vanila Sky Pact in #23 (they only have two shades: 21 and 23) and I think this shade is suited to set very yellow-toned liquid and cream bases. It appears ugly grayish-pink on my face when used solo. I will experiment how this sets off good old Estee Lauder Double Wear in Sand and will fill you in about it soon.
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- Price: ~ 500php (will verify with Nature Republic)
- Availability: Nature Republic counters (SM North, SM Fairview, Festival Mall), contact numbers HERE
- Expiration: Manufacture date stamped at the back of the compact, not on the box; since it has good preservatives (parabens), I give it 1- 1.5 yrs before I throw it out
While this holds off oil along the T-zone fairly well, I'm wary that it sits on the face. Like you look all made-up though not cakey. It's useful to use a facial mist/spritz to allow the powder to blend better into the skin. (Check out how Earth loved it on her skin)
Overall, I think that the Nature Republic Vanilla Sky Pact is a little expensive considering that there are other crazy inexpensive pressed powders that are as good as this, even offering a wider shade range. However, if you're not scrimping on setting powders, you'll definitely fall in love with the matte finish this gives off plus its cutesy compact that comes with the softest & smoothest powder puff!
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Disclaimer: Product was sent to me for review purposes. Post content is in accordance with my personal experience while using the Nature Republic Vanilla Sky Pact SPF 30.
Hee hee...love that cute collage. :) We have no Nature Republic stores here but I do like the design of that case. I don't like though that it's pricier than it should be.
Hi L! It's cuter in person... bet you'll fall in love with the pearlized mint cream casing :)
Seems nice to ah! I am intrigued with this as my Nature Republic products (ex. eyebrow pencils and makeup remover) works really well! So I'm quite excited to try their makeup line :) thanks for the review