Essential Item for Oily Skin! A'pieu Waterlock Finisher How-to & Tips

Raise your hand if you have super oily skin where oil comes up on your face 10 minutes after full makeup! 👋

And raise your hand if you also have dehydrated oily skin ('oily skin with dehydrated skin')!! 👋

Especially, those with 'oily skin with dehydrated skin' know that you need to change your summer and winter makeup, right?

In summer, you need to use perfectly matte products, and in winter, to address the inner dryness,

you shouldn't use moisturizers that are too light.

I went to the A'pieu website to buy some finishing powder, and I discovered a new product.

Waterlock Finisher (waterlock finisher)

I heard that this product was only sold in Japan until now.

I was curious about its new texture, which is said to provide a cooling sensation and a powdery finish.

I bought the mini version. 💸

It's a mini size with a 6.2cm diameter circle, so it fits perfectly in a pouch.

The expiration date is quite long, until July 2027.

The included puff is a light blue and brown combination, and it's the same material as a typical cushion puff.

The Waterlock Finisher is a liquid powder type, and it can be used in various ways during the makeup process.

Primer Stage

After basic skincare, it can be used as a primer before makeup.

If you apply a thin layer to areas where oiliness, pores, or uneven skin texture are noticeable,

it smooths the skin and controls oil.

You can use it on your entire face, but it's especially effective on oily areas like the T-zone or butterfly zone.

Makeup Finishing Stage

After base makeup such as foundation or cushion, gently pat it onto areas where oil comes up.

It adheres thinly to the skin, creating a smooth, powdery finish without clumping.

Touch-up Stage

When oil comes up in the afternoon, lightly pat it on with a puff,

it absorbs oil like blotting paper and keeps your skin fresh.

It doesn't clump or cake when applied over makeup, making it useful for touch-ups.

It has a refreshing scent, but it's not strong. I don't think it will cause any preference issues due to the scent!

💙 I tried using it as the first step in my makeup routine.

Skin - Moisturizer - Waterlock Finisher- Pore Primer - Sunscreen (Irenol Bare Face Cream) - BB cream. That's the order I applied my makeup.

It doesn't seem to cover skin texture or pores, soI used it before the primer.

I gently patted it onto my T-zone and cheekbones, where oil tends to build up.

The Results?

I always need to touch up my makeup during lunch break, but this time, there was significantly less oil.

My skin felt less dry in the office, too.

Amazing!

💙 I tried using it as a touch-up.

When I applied the "Waterlock Finisher" to oily areas, it controlled the oiliness somewhat, but

it unfortunately also removed some of my makeup. 😢

It'll likely be more satisfying to use in the summer or when you can't carefully touch up your makeup outdoors, but

I concluded that it's better to use it as the first step in your makeup routine during the winter.