Allie43
Member Since: June 8, 2017Reviews
Ben & Jerry's Cherry Garcia Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert
I got this as a free sample as a part of the PRC. It was surprisingly creamy (especially for a vegan and dairy free ice cream) but to me it mostly just tasted like almonds. I would have enjoyed if the ice cream tasted more like cherries or... +
I got this as a free sample as a part of the PRC.
It was surprisingly creamy (especially for a vegan and dairy free ice cream) but to me it mostly just tasted like almonds. I would have enjoyed if the ice cream tasted more like cherries or chocolate instead of tasting only the almonds until you ound a cherry chunk. Might try it in the halfbaked flavor as well (hopefully they come out with a non-peanutbutter version that's just regular half-baked) I definitely enjoyed eating it but it was just a very strong almond flavor that didn't even seem to have any other flavors mixed in making it a little disappointing in the flavor department for me.
but all in all, its definitely a good option for people like me who can't really eat milk products
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Nude by Nature Perfecting Primer
My first time using this product after receiving it as a part of the PRC right here on ChickAdvisor, I was a little weirded out by it. The product was a different consistency than most primer's I've used; this one was more cream like and less of... +
My first time using this product after receiving it as a part of the PRC right here on ChickAdvisor, I was a little weirded out by it. The product was a different consistency than most primer's I've used; this one was more cream like and less of that silicone-like base. The product also smelled very strongly of lemons (reminiscent of cleaners).
It did work, my foundation lasted longer and stayed on better throughout the day. The product smoothed out my skin fairly well and is definitely one of the better natural-style products out there but probably not the best primer out there. At the $32 pricepoint, I probably wouldn't purchase it again and would just go with a more affordable brand even if it is more artificial.
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L'Oreal Paris Colorista Semi-Permanent Hair Colour
Used this product in a pinch when I couldn't get into the salon. Bought it in the pink color and was pleasantly surprised by how well it worked, Based on the instruction packet I was expecting a much lighter shade than I got (ended up bright magenta... +
Used this product in a pinch when I couldn't get into the salon. Bought it in the pink color and was pleasantly surprised by how well it worked, Based on the instruction packet I was expecting a much lighter shade than I got (ended up bright magenta but I was fine with it). It was easy to apply and didn't take very long to set. I genuinely loved the product but It left my hair feeling really damaged and dead (but thats not exactly rare for a box dye from the drug store). Anyways, I loved the color and didn't end up patchy like some people had said (I applied to my hair without any use of their lightener but im blonde so it didnt seem necessary and was carefull to get it all over my hair) and actually found that there was a surprising amount of product in the bottle (more than enough to do my whole head)
My only complaint is that it ended up taking 2+ months to wash out (the box said 8 washes so we went a little beyond that)
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Revlon Mega Multiplier™ Mascara
It was actually waterproof but did remove very easily with makeup remover (possibly some of the best removal I've seen yet for waterproofs) but wasn't really smudgeproof. After rubbing at my eye a bit I got some dark streaks and flakes around my... +
It was actually waterproof but did remove very easily with makeup remover (possibly some of the best removal I've seen yet for waterproofs) but wasn't really smudgeproof. After rubbing at my eye a bit I got some dark streaks and flakes around my eye. My lashes also kind of warped into weird shapes as if it were still wet when this was done.
As far as their claim of mega lashes goes, I'm just not seeing it. Don't get me wrong it definitely adds some length and a bit of volume but it's more of a subtle natural look. Based on its marketing as "an oversized mega" lash look, I was expecting more and ended up disappointed
I'll probably still wear it as a "makeup free" kind of look but it definitely wasn't what I was expecting based on their claims and photos.
All in all it was fairly good, not something I would use all the time but it definitely works well and if you're looking for a natural looking mascara then this would probably be great for you. (Especially since its drugstore pricing!)
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tarte Cosmetics Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush
Received this from Sephora as part of my birthday gift and could not be happier. The blush is a nice dark color and even when applied using the worst brush I own (one I've had since I was about 13 so it came in one of those huge kits) The color... +
Received this from Sephora as part of my birthday gift and could not be happier. The blush is a nice dark color and even when applied using the worst brush I own (one I've had since I was about 13 so it came in one of those huge kits) The color blends out nicely and definitely gives a good deep color. I might be a touch pale for this some days though so if your pale watch adding this in combination with a heavy contour or make sure to use bronzer so it doesn't come out looking super dark. -
LATHER honey moisture mask with propolis extract
I got this product as an Ipsy sample. I used it one night, following the instructions carefully. After being on for a few minutes it felt very warm. By the time a few more seconds passed it became unbearable and I quickly had to wipe it off my face... +
I got this product as an Ipsy sample. I used it one night, following the instructions carefully. After being on for a few minutes it felt very warm. By the time a few more seconds passed it became unbearable and I quickly had to wipe it off my face. (I didn't even make it 10 minutes into the 20 it was supposed to be on)
IT BURNED MY FACE!
Once I got the product off my face remained red for almost 20 full hours and was extremely sore and sensitive. When I emailed their customer service department they took a few days to respond and then when they did just asked for the batch code on my container and then never said anything else or replied to my emails.
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Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Oil
This is definitely not worth the price. I've found other foundations that are cheaper and work better. Even when comparing this to the Photo Finisher gel primer but Smashbox, this one just isn't as good. The gel goes on much smoother and easier and... +
This is definitely not worth the price. I've found other foundations that are cheaper and work better. Even when comparing this to the Photo Finisher gel primer but Smashbox, this one just isn't as good. The gel goes on much smoother and easier and this product can be difficult to use. I feel like it always leaves my face feeling oily and its just not great. I only use it when I have nothing else. -
Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer in Clear
The product itself works really well. Don't get me wrong, its definitely a great primer and I loved using it. This being said though, the value just isn't there. I have found that the NYX clear primer is an almost perfect dupe for this primer but... +
The product itself works really well. Don't get me wrong, its definitely a great primer and I loved using it. This being said though, the value just isn't there. I have found that the NYX clear primer is an almost perfect dupe for this primer but can be found at drug stores or ordered online for a third of the price. Got this once as a sample and loved it but after reading some reviews and whatnots online decided to try the NYX one instead (for the sake of the wallet) and found it hard to notice a big difference.
Would not buy again since I can get virtually the same product much cheaper
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Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara
The product is definitely a little expensive. It runs about $25 a tube but works really well and I think its worth the money if you can afford it. I got this as a sample a while back and fell in love. It dries quickly and the wand is a very nice... +
The product is definitely a little expensive. It runs about $25 a tube but works really well and I think its worth the money if you can afford it. I got this as a sample a while back and fell in love. It dries quickly and the wand is a very nice design. When applied it doesn't clump or turn into spider lashes so that's really nice. It works well to add length and a bit of volume. It's not perfect but for what I would consider on the cheaper end of the more expensive name-brands it definitely works out and does a good job. -
NYX Lip Lingerie
Got this in the colour 'Bedtime flirt' and honestly loved it. The product went on easily and didn't require a massive amount of product to get a full coverage. The lipstick dried quickly and matte within a few seconds and didn't smudge or wear out... +
Got this in the colour 'Bedtime flirt' and honestly loved it. The product went on easily and didn't require a massive amount of product to get a full coverage. The lipstick dried quickly and matte within a few seconds and didn't smudge or wear out throughout the day, even after eating and drinking.
As with any matte lipstick though, it can be kind of drying on the lips to wear for a whole day.
The price was very reasonable and you get quite a bit of product in the tube. The applicator is fairly nice, not the best I've seen for liquid lipsticks but not the worst either. The product is also a little thicker than a lot of liquid lipsticks so works best when you really spread it out.
All in all, its a really good product and the colours are flattering and all really pretty/sexy and could honestly work for anything from a hot date, to work, to a formal event. Knowing that it stays on and won't smudge onto your chin throughout the day is really comforting. Looking forward to trying this in a few other shades.
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