Shiseido Luminizing Lip Gloss in PK303 Bellini

After I tried Shiseido's Perfect Rouge in BE109 Spiced Cream and Smoothing Lip Pencil in RD702 Anemone, I have fallen for this makeup line that was revamped just a year ago. I love its clear seasonal makeup themes, sophisticated and wearable colors.

Shiseido Luminizing Lip Gloss Range
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Luminizing Lip Gloss in PK301 Bellini from Shiseido's spring 2010 collection is the latest addition to my Shiseido makeup stash.

Shiseido Luminizing Lip Gloss in PK303 Bellini

Color
Luminizing Lip Gloss is currently available in 8 shades in pink, lilac, red, beige, brown and sheer transparent tones. PK303 Bellini is one of the two pink lip glosses in the lineup. It has hints of beige and rose undertones.

The other pink-based lip gloss, PK406 Pop Life, is cool-toned with subtle shimmer, while PK303 Bellini is warm-toned with subtle shimmer.

Shiseido Luminizing Lip Gloss in PK303 Bellini

Texture
Shiseido's Lumizing Lip Gloss has no scents. It has a lightweight and silky smooth consistency that feels thinner than my Chanel Lèvres Scintillantes Glossimer lip gloss in Pin-up and thicker than my Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Reflect in #247 Cotton Petal. Chanel Lèvres Scintillantes Glossimer lip gloss in Pin-up has a relatively thick texture, and Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss Reflect in #247 Cotton Petal is watery in consistency.

The brush applicator is easy to use. Lumizing Lip Gloss glides on easily, and feels smooth and moisturizing on the lips. It is not sticky nor waxy, and more importantly, it does not dry out my lips.

Pigment & Finish

PK 303 Bellini looks way more pigmented in the tube than what it shows on my lips. Even its pigmentation is light to medium, it goes on less pigmented than I expected. It gives a light coverage with a glossy shine and luminous finish, however. On my lips, the subtle shimmer is muted and barely detectable.

Lasting Power

It doesn't have a long lasting power due to its slightly light texture. However, I don't have any feathering problems with this lip gloss.

Shiseido Luminizing Lip Gloss in PK303 Bellini

Summary

I am happy with PK303 Bellini. The coverage is on the light side. This beige and rose-toned soft pink goes well with my Shiseido's Perfect Rouge in BE109 Spiced Cream and Smoothing Lip Pencil in RD702 Anemone. The shade is very wearable and office-appropriate for a casual daytime look.

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