I am currently using the latest version of the Anessa Perfect Essence sunscreen. This new version is probably the biggest change that has happened to this sunscreen line. Shaking is no longer required...

This review is for the 2013, PA++++ version. Perfect Essence has a thin texture, is easily applied, doesn't leave a white cast, doesn't ball up and feels light and fresh on the skin. It differs from ...

Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen was one of few sunscreens which met my criteria. It's matte, non-oily, no white cast, and most importantly, doesn't cause any irritation to my rather sensitive eye...

Bought this because I am curious to try Anessa sunscreens. I got this in the 2013 version (white bottle, where as the previous 2010 and 2011 bottle is light blue) and the PA level is improved to PA+++...

I love the Anessa Perfect UV but it is quite drying (love the matte finish though). So I thought I would try the Essence in the hopes that I would still get a matte finish but with a little more moist...

As a sunscreen, I found this effective. I got no extra colour, and certainly did not burn. This was my first experiment with Japanese sunscreens, and compared to many of the sunscreens I'd used previo...

I took the chance to venture out of my comfort zone given the good reviews and also that it is also by Shiseido, and I regret it! I have been a loyal user of Shiseido sunscreens, I've used the blue p...

I am on the neverending search for sunscreen that protects my skin while also not breaking me out. I was convinced they didn't exist, but finally this search has led me straight to Japanese SS. I boug...

This stuff is the best! I use to have the old formula, in the silver bottle. When I used that all up, I bought this new version and I LOVE it. It's even better than the original formula. It is matte, ...

I never got a chance to use the old version so cannot compare the two, but this sunscreen is superb. It is also an excellent primer, making it so easy to smooth on my double wear foundation. My skin...