{ Review & Giveaway } Optiphi Hydration Tint
optiphi Classic Hydration Tint SPF 20 in Light, R750
What they say: The new optiphi Hydration Tint SPF 20 offers a breathable, light to medium coverage with mattifying, skin brightening and anti-aging benefits.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid): Addresses hyperpigmentation by reducing existing melanin in the skin, boosting an even skin tone ∙ Inhibits the synthesis of melanin in the melanocytes ∙ Promotes the synthesis of collagen ∙ Anti-oxidant activity fights free radical damage ∙ Brightening effect on the skin
Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide):
∙ Escalates telomerase activity and delays cellular senescence, in turn delaying skin aging
∙ Improves skin imperfections and blemishes
∙ Increases matrix protein synthesis and decreases stratum corneum thickness
Imperata Cylindrica and Hyaluronic Acid:
∙ Extended “won’t wash off” moisture that lasts for 24 hours
∙ Increases the skins ability to retain moisture
The unique pigments used have been treated, allowing for better adhesion and ease of even application, adapting to your individual skin tone for the perfect colour which won’t stain your clothes.
Available in 3 shades: Light, Medium, Dark.
The broad spectrum SPF20 offers sun protection without leaving a white film, making it suitable for even the darkest skin.
What I say: This might just be the holy grail product of the summer. Honestly, what is there not to love about a product this versatile?
Firstly, it comes in an airless pump bottle, secondly it has broad spectrum SPF 20 protection, thirdly it has incredible skin care benefits, and finally it delivers decent coverage considering all the above. Can you tell I love it?
Having said that, first impressions were a bit sketchy, as the Light shade comes out looking very pink and peachy – a hue that flatters few skin tones, but the skin adaptive technology ensures that the colour is a perfect match for your skin tone, every time.
It seems to disappear into the skin, but definitely leaves a fair bit of coverage (look, I’m not talking MAC Studio Face and Body here, but enough for every day use). It absorbs without leaving any sticky residue, or any sign of the dreaded ashy shadow so common with other higher SPF tints.
I’ve been using mine for a few months now, and can definitely see a difference in my pigmentation. My skin also seems more hydrated than usual, especially for this time of the year – I’m normally plagued by dry patches during transition seasons, but haven’t had any this year.
The Hydration Tint SPF20 launches on Thursday, and will form part of the optiphi Classic range.
If the Hydration Tint SPF20 sounds right up your street, you’re in luck. I have a bottle to give away to one lucky reader (the winner will get to choose their preferred shade, of course).
Entering is a two-step process:
- Pop over and either like the optiphi Facebook page here, or follow them on Twitter here.
- Let us know in comments box below what your favourite summer pastime is.
Entries are limited to one per person and are only open to South African residents. Entries close at 17h00 on Friday 9th September.
[GIVEAWAY CLOSED] Congrats to the winner, Liezel Gouws
36 Comments
Priscilla Boscombe
I absolute love camping in summer. Going out on the dam in my little blow up boat with a hat and a book and just chill
Leatitia du Toit
I love to read under a shady tree in summer
Tania
Summer is family picnic time. On the beach late afternoon or any where in nature is perfect.
Khadija Fakir
Spending time at the beach
Roslyn Kinnear
Liked on Facebook and following on Twitter. My favourite summer past time is: Eating ice-cream, swimming in the pool, going for walks on the beach, messy hair, tiny shorts, vests and flops. Tanned skin, watermelon, braaing with the family. Longer days, shorter nights.
KARIN BEHRENS
I enjoy reading next to the swimming pool
MELLODENE WILLEMSE
Playing with my Grandchildren outside on a lovely summer day
Megan Hartwig
My favourite summer pastime is “Swimming”. It is a good way to relax, while having a full-body workout. It is the best possible way to beat the heat. Liked and following both of Optiphi accounts. Fingers crossed.
Tracy Jacobs
Swimming, swimming and more swimming in a pool or river or beach ?
Sharleen
Long walks in the nature reserve close to our home is my best
Liezel
Just love Optiphi products, would really like to try this one. My favourite summer pastime is spending time with friends on a Sunday having lunch together at a long table with the most beautiful food and wine xxx
Zimkhitha T Dintwa
My favourite Summer pastimes are spent poolside. I love to pool walk, swim and read as much as I can. Also, there’s nothing better than a cool drink, summertime music, a good book and relaxing on a summer day.
Tanusta Jainarain
I really enjoy gym durin summer as you sweat it all out hehe but unfort my dry skin sufers in all seasons ,im so hopin to giv this a try
Pravina Walabh
Tanning
Muriel
Dining Alfresco!
Janet
Fabulous giveaway, have always wanted to try this fantastic brand. My favourite summer pastime has to be going to the beach with my children. I never tire of seeing their joy and excitement at even the tiniest thing, and now that they are bigger, I can enjoy watching them frolic in the waves without panicking!!
Sophia
My favourite has to be sitting on grass in the shade with little my one reading our books and having picnics
Riana Grobler
Laying around the beach reading
Nikki Willows
Best past time I’d lying on the Bach with a magazine and preferably a mojito 🙂
REHANA SEEDAT
My favourite summer past time is swimming. I like to swim because of it is a low-impact activity that has many physical and mental health benefits. Swimming is not only fun, but keeps me physically fit. I love being immersed in water, swimming allows me to relax/destress, keeps me focused and motivated. I can escape reality and switch off from the rest of the world. When I go swimming, I close my eyes & enjoy the weightless freedom and liberation. Swimming is the best sport in the world—it feels just like flying. You know that blissful calm that washes over you when you hold your face under the showerhead? The same thing happens during a good swim session. When I swim I am completely alone with myself, and the flow of the world around me. My thoughts move in and out with my breath, up and down with the stretching of my limbs. I love attempting acrobatic turns, kicks, and somersaults.
Kristi
Ah this sounds amazing! I saw that it was launching a while ago and fell IN LOVE!! My sensitive skin that hates packed on foundation and products would go gaga for this. 😀
My favorite summer pastime is definitely getting the biggest floats ever and just spending the day in the sun, on these edgy quirky floats, sipping on a cocktail and laughing until the sun goes down!
jade abbott
My favourite summer pass time is outdoor concerts, picnics and markets and braai’s 🙂
Zubeidah T
My favourite summer past time is the beach, the smell of suntan lotion and the sound of the waves breaking.
Linell
Summer is spending more time out doors enjoying what mother earth has to offer in a country like South Africa there is a lot in store to enjoy…i simply love the braai Sundays that is on top of my list the bring and share salads and great times spent with our loved ones…the showcasing of summer fashion trends Summer is a bowl of yumminess for me.
Tania
Summertime means cricket. My son is a big cricketer and we spend Saturdays and Sundays watching him playing matches for his school and the club. Early morning till late afternoon, camping chairs food for the day and loads of excitement!
Yvette Hamilton
The beach, we just love going down to the beach, my hubby is a surfer so my daughter and i swim, build sandcastles and enjoy the sunshine 🙂
dina dos santos
every weekend is beach time, soaking up the sun and kids playing in the sand.
Jenny Coxon
I love to be outdoors having fun in the sun
Bianca Balutto
Following on fb Bianca Chante Balutto and twitter my twitter handle is @b_balutto 🙂 My favourite summer past time is spending as much time as I can with my family outdoors we like having picnics or a braai 🙂
Karla
With two boys…summertime means outdoor play, swimming and justs lots offun in the sun! ?
Lynn Nolan
Summertime is beachtime, familytime- cocktails and braais…looking forward to Summer:)
Nadia
Camping, Nature, entroducing my children to outdoor activities, this is absolute Therapy for my soul…
BethN
summer time is fun in the sun, warm nights out, braais, at the park with the dogs and definitely beach time.
Sanet
This is what I’ve been looking for! The perfect summer product for my favorite summer passtime … spending days on the beach and nights “kuiering” with all my favorite people!
Sanet
Liked on Facebook ?
Tania
Summertime is cricket time. Watching my son play every Saturday and Sunday spending hours and hours next to the field.