Kanebo Sensai Anti-Aging Skin Care Extends Into Foundations
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Sensai Cellular Performance foundations provide coverage in addition to "all the benefits of full-fledged skin care products," according to Kanebo
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