I probably would
never have purchased this had I not ordered a sample online, but I'm so glad I
did! I was using the Neutrogena Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit moisturiser but I
was looking to try out something new as I started using Neutrogena when I ran out
of my Biore Shine Control moisturiser and realised that you can't get it
anymore! I'd been using it for years (again, after receiving a sample) and
loved it so was really disappointed to see them discontinue it when they
re-branded their range. I like a moisturiser to be oil-free, light and
refreshing to apply in the morning and wasn't expecting to like the Garnier
Moisture Match after past experiences with their moisturisers. I received 3
samples and was originally interested in the Shine Be Gone (green) formula for
combination/oily skin as I sometimes get an oily t-zone, however after trying
the sachet I was put off by the alcohol content which doesn't smell great
(similar to the Garnier Oil Free BB Cream) and tends to dry out my cheeks where my skin is less oily. What made me
try the Protect & Glow sachet (for normal skin) was taking my make up off after spending the
weekend enjoying the sunshine to find my face quite red and sore. I hadn't
realised that the sun was that strong as it wasn't very warm but it prompted me to look for a
moisturiser with SPF which is when I remembered the Garnier samples sitting in
my drawer! I whipped out the Protect & Glow sachet with SPF20 and gave it a
go when my skin had calmed down.
The colour of the
moisturiser seems to match the colour of each tube which I think is quite a
cute idea! So this was a pastel yellow colour and a light, almost runny, lotion texture- a small amount goes a long way! The scent isn't amazing in my opinion
but it's pleasant, not too strong and the overall application was nice and
refreshing! I didn't have to wait long until the moisturiser had sunk in and my
skin was ready for make up. This provides a pretty good base for make up
application, not the best but definitely acceptable and it lasted pretty well
all day.
Protect & Glow also contains 'light reflecting pearls' and I genuinely think this makes my skin
look brighter, which is great! I do have a sample of the Wake Me Up (orange)
formula still to try which is a gel formula for dull skin and is described as an 'immediate splash of
freshness' so I'm looking forward to trying that too and will let you know how
I get on. I have already purchased the Protect & Glow as I think it's great
value for money at £5.99 a tube,
especially as it contains SPF (it's a shame they don't all have SPF!)
and does such a lovely job!
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