amandabriffett
Member Since: September 12, 2014Reviews
Clarisonic Mia 2
I've been using the Clarisonic Mia 2 for about 6 months and I've seen a vast improvement in my skin. I suffer from eczema/contact dermatitis and moderate acne and I've found my Mia 2 to be effective in treating both of these problems. I use the... +
I've been using the Clarisonic Mia 2 for about 6 months and I've seen a vast improvement in my skin.
I suffer from eczema/contact dermatitis and moderate acne and I've found my Mia 2 to be effective in treating both of these problems. I use the Sensitive brushes. I would caution people with sensitive skin to start slow. I only use mine every other day on the low setting to avoid irritation. I find it works great with my own cleansers and scrubs (caution here as well, only use scrubs with "beads" or smooth particles, nothing "sandy" or "gritty"). I've definitely seen a reduction in my flaky patches and breakouts since I've gotten into a proper routine for using it.
The Mia 2 is very easy to use, I love the timed sectioned cleansing. It is very pricey (as are the replacement heads) but I've used similar tools at a lower price point and they simply do not do the job.
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Redken Extreme Shampoo
This shampoo was recommended to me by my hairstylist and I'm in love! I don't often condition my hair as it's very fine and I haven't been able to find a conditioner that doesn't weigh it down. This shampoo covers that for me, my hair is soft and... +
This shampoo was recommended to me by my hairstylist and I'm in love!
I don't often condition my hair as it's very fine and I haven't been able to find a conditioner that doesn't weigh it down. This shampoo covers that for me, my hair is soft and shiny with not a split end in sight but not stuck to my head either. A little pricey (as it's a salon brand) but can often be found for sale in the larger sizes.
And the smell! I could literally smell this stuff all day.
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tarte Rainforest After Dark Palette
The Rainforest After Dark Palette from tarte is a fall essential. This palette includes a bronzer, blush, highlighter and 6 eyeshadows in shades of purple, taupe and brown. As always, the quality of tarte's products are outstanding. Each colour is... +
The Rainforest After Dark Palette from tarte is a fall essential. This palette includes a bronzer, blush, highlighter and 6 eyeshadows in shades of purple, taupe and brown.
As always, the quality of tarte's products are outstanding. Each colour is buttery soft and has great pigmentation. The bronzer is a great shade for light to medium skin tones and is very easy to blend with no orange undertones. The blush is a very nice shade for fall, a subdued pink-mauve. I'm not a lover of highlighters, but this one is just right with a warm tone and only a hint of shimmer. Unlike most palettes where at least one or two of the eyeshadow shades are a dud, all of these are a hit and work well together for looks for both day and night.
In terms of the packaging, the case is beautiful sturdy plastic with a large mirror. The hinge is firm so the mirror is usable without needing to be propped up.Not too clunky for travel and your purse, but not flimsy either.
This is my go-to palette for fall and pretty much the only thing I've been reaching for in the past few weeks.
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The Body Shop Color Crush Shine Lipstick
The Body Shop Colour Crush Shine Lipstick is a sheer, glossy lipstick. The shade I love is Sunset Romance, a coral-red. This lipstick feels great on the lips, a lot like a balm, not at all drying or flaky. The color is sheer, but still shows up... +
The Body Shop Colour Crush Shine Lipstick is a sheer, glossy lipstick. The shade I love is Sunset Romance, a coral-red.
This lipstick feels great on the lips, a lot like a balm, not at all drying or flaky. The color is sheer, but still shows up nicely on the lips. It's also very easy to apply (I don't even use a mirror).The only (slight) drawback is there is not a lot of staying power, especially after eating or drinking. (This lipstick doesn't claim to be long-lasting, so no big points lost there)
Overall, a great day-to-day, easy to wear lipstick.
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NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer
NARS Creamy Radiant Concealer in Vanilla is my go to concealer. I find the the colour range to be very broad allowing me to find the perfect shade for my pale skin (often, there is only one very pale shade in a line that casts too yellow or too... +
NARS Creamy Radiant Concealer in Vanilla is my go to concealer. I find the the colour range to be very broad allowing me to find the perfect shade for my pale skin (often, there is only one very pale shade in a line that casts too yellow or too pink).
As for the formula, there is nothing creamier. This concealer is bright enough to cover under-eye circles but still has enough coverage and a matte texture to cover blemishes without becoming flaky. This makes it a great all-around product for travelling or throwing in your purse.
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