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Nutra Nail 5-7 day nail growth
This is a water based product containing multi-vitamins, calcium and protein. It is NOT a nail polish. It’s a very fast absorbing conditioning formula, which you basically apply over your nails and cuticles. DOES IT WORK? I religiously... +
This is a water based product containing multi-vitamins, calcium and protein. It is NOT a nail polish.
It’s a very fast absorbing conditioning formula, which you basically apply over your nails and cuticles.
DOES IT WORK?
I religiously applied and massaged this product over my nails and cuticles every morning and night for a full week.
PROS: My short, weak nails became strong and long within days! The product absorbs extremely quickly and nourishes the nails and cuticles. Can be worn with nail polish.
Would I continue using it? YES
Would I recommend it? YES
CONS: This product is unscented, but I did smell something – kind of a vitamin-like smell the first day I opened it. It disappeared by the next day.
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100% Natural Salmon Collagen Powder
In the past few months, I’ve been feeling aches and pains in my joints. Argh! What’s worse, I started to ‘hear’ my knees! Yup, that cracking sound when I exercise! And, I actually feel pain in my left knee. After doing EXTENSIVE research on... +
In the past few months, I’ve been feeling aches and pains in my joints. Argh! What’s worse, I started to ‘hear’ my knees! Yup, that cracking sound when I exercise! And, I actually feel pain in my left knee.
After doing EXTENSIVE research on the topic of arthritis (runs in my family), I decided to try the Salmon Fish Powder – 100% Natural Collagen by Salcoll Collagen. At CAD$95 a jar for a month supply, the product does not come cheap!
But – I’m all about natural products and this thing seemed to be close to perfection. No chemicals used in the extraction process. Completely natural and of the highest purity. Non-animal origin, easily absorbable and safe. The company indicates that ‘Salcoll Collagen contains 98.2% bioactive marine collagen, in comparison with meager 7% of other brands.’
All the other collagen products out there come from animal origin so it’s hard for our bodies to absorb them, hence, they don’t have the best effects. Apparently this particular product is derived in such a way that it allows collagen to retain its active form without losing valuable properties. Without going into scientific details (mainly because I’m no expert!!), let me just say that I decided to see if this salmon collagen was really as 100% as they claim;)
Salmon Fish Powder – 100% Natural Collagen promises so many benefits – from healing herniated and bulging discs, osteoporosis and hyperpigmentation of the skin, to aiding weight loss, reducing joint pain, slowing down aging (collagen, hello!), and many others!
For me, it is mostly the joint pain I focused on, but hey, if it makes my skin look better – all the power!
So here I go! I got a three month supply from Amazon. You can also get it directly from the company website or from a few retailers (you can find all the info at https://www.salmoncollagen.com/).
The directions call for a scoop of collagen (scoop included) to be mixed with a cup of water and to be consumed first thing in the morning, preferably on an empty stomach.
Month 1
The first month of taking collagen was mainly spent on remembering to take it! They say you need 21 days to make something a habit;) The taste is just a bit tangy – you can taste lemon. IT DOES NOT TASTE LIKE FISH!
Am I feeling any effects the first month? Towards the end of the month, I realize I can do more quads without feeling the pain. Just luck? Who knows. I’m optimistic at this point. No changes in my skin. I break out sometimes and I was hoping to see some positive results, but no luck there so far.
Month 2
I’m in month 2 of my collagen journey! I feel great, but I’m not attributing it all to the Salmon Fish Powder. My knee seems to be doing well, but I do still feel some pain, as per usual. My skin looks good, but no HUGE difference.
Month 3
Here we go – the month of truth! I’ve been taking salmon collagen for 3 months now. Effects are positive – my knee is doing quite well. I can do more exercise without feeling any pain. It did take a while for it to ‘kick in’ but I can say it did work. My skin feels great too. Overall results are quite optimistic.
I did climb the CN Tower while taking the product, so that’s very promising, if you ask me;)
I would use this product for another month at least to continue seeing positive results. Better than taking medication, that’s for sure!
The product does come at a high cost and it does take a while to start working. Although some reviews claim it works within a week for some individuals, the company does indicate that ‘the treatment should last at least 4 months a year.
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Physicians Formula Eye Booster Instant Lash Extension Kit
In comparison to other fiber lash mascaras out there, the cost of approx. CAD$22 is quite reasonable. The kit contains mascara and extensions. The extensions are just tiny little fibers that attach themselves to the wet mascara, thus creating a... +
In comparison to other fiber lash mascaras out there, the cost of approx. CAD$22 is quite reasonable.
The kit contains mascara and extensions. The extensions are just tiny little fibers that attach themselves to the wet mascara, thus creating a more dramatic, full, thick look.
Steps:
•Put on mascara
•Brush on extensions while mascara is still wet
•Reapply mascara to seal and set extensions
•Brush on extensions again
•Follow with another coat of mascara
So basically...mascara, extensions, mascara, extensions, mascara
Takes about 2 minutes, no biggie!
DOES IT WORK?
The product promises an 'experience of a total lash transformation' and 24 hour wear.
Yes, the product delivers the lash transformation. No doubt. Lashes are longer, fuller, thicker.
And, it does stay on - no issues.
PROS:
•Greatly extends lashes, adding rich volume and length
•Hypoallergenic, paraben-free, gluten-free, cruelty-free, dermatologist approved, ophthalmologist tested, fragrance free, safe for sensitive eyes & contact lens wearers
CONS:
•A bit messy to put on - fibers fall on the face (however, very easy to clean)
•Somewhat clumpy - definitely NOT the same as your regular beautiful eye lash extensions!!
I would continue using this product as it does have potential - perhaps needs a bit of practice on my part! For now, it does not have me FULLY sold.
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