Anabel
Member Since: September 24, 2010Reviews
Too Faced Lash Injection Mascara
I really like tarte. Their mascara...not so much. The lash collection grew, likely because of the success they’ve been having with MultiplEYE, but I haven’t bothered trying the other steps, it's good marketing not a winning product. This... +
I really like tarte. Their mascara...not so much. The lash collection grew, likely because of the success they’ve been having with MultiplEYE, but I haven’t bothered trying the other steps, it's good marketing not a winning product.
This mascara was average, for $25, it blows.
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Maybelline New York The Falsies Volum' Express Mascara
I’ve been seeing commercials for this and it piqued my curiosity. It promises a “false lash effect”. Oh really? Huh, it kind of does. It’s a bit flaky, but otherwise my lashes were discernibly longer. It might be the 'scoop'... +
I’ve been seeing commercials for this and it piqued my curiosity. It promises a “false lash effect”. Oh really?
Huh, it kind of does. It’s a bit flaky, but otherwise my lashes were discernibly longer.
It might be the 'scoop' brush; I’ve never seen one quite like it. In my fascination, I took several photos of it:
It's good, but flakes more than its drugstore competition. CoverGirl won this one.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/08/lashes-falsies-volum-express-by.html
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Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Mascara
Once upon a time, Maybelline made Illegal Lengths, the ultimate lengthening mascara. Too bad it had an unhappy ending when it spontaneously disappeared from store shelves. Lash Stiletto is the sequel. This mascara has crazy lengthening properties... +
Once upon a time, Maybelline made Illegal Lengths, the ultimate lengthening mascara. Too bad it had an unhappy ending when it spontaneously disappeared from store shelves. Lash Stiletto is the sequel. This mascara has crazy lengthening properties likely from the brush – “Grip & Extend" – which reaches each lash to coat them evenly in a black-patent shine.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/06/lashes-lash-stiletto-by-maybelline.html
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COVERGIRL LashBlast Volume Mascara
I loved this mascara. The brush is big and the volume I got lasted all day. If you’re good with that you’ll love it. Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/06/lashes-lashblast-by-covergirl.html
I loved this mascara. The brush is big and the volume I got lasted all day. If you’re good with that you’ll love it.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/06/lashes-lashblast-by-covergirl.html
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Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Cheek and Lip Stain
The liquid absorbs into your skin and will stand up to the blazing sun, heat, humidity and sweat. Our first heat wave of the summer demands you change your game. Why so many women don’t is a wonder to me. They walk around with matte-cakey faces... +
The liquid absorbs into your skin and will stand up to the blazing sun, heat, humidity and sweat. Our first heat wave of the summer demands you change your game. Why so many women don’t is a wonder to me. They walk around with matte-cakey faces and apply and re-apply their powders and foundations. I wish they would stop. A beautiful face can be a bit dewy, it’s okay. And makeup should always be invisible. Heighten your features, don’t cover it.
Back to the cuteness. If you’ve had problems with creams and gels, but want to try something other than the run-of-the mill powders, try this blush. It’s foolproof. A drop here-and-there and rub-a-dub-dub. Just remember, once the summer is over (and in Toronto that should be in about a month), skip it but for now I...
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/07/blush-benetint-by-benefit.html
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Benefit Cosmetics Ooh La Lift Eye Cream
This stuff is legendary. It’s the first Benefit product I ever tried and I have not stopped since. It’s on the fence between an eye cream and a primer. One swipe and a few pats gives you an instant boost. The ‘science’ behind it has... +
This stuff is legendary. It’s the first Benefit product I ever tried and I have not stopped since. It’s on the fence between an eye cream and a primer. One swipe and a few pats gives you an instant boost. The ‘science’ behind it has something to do with raspberry extracts and light-reflecting pigments.
I put mine in the fridge for added oomf.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/search/label/Co: Benefit
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Anastasia Brow Gel in Clear
Unruly brows be gone. You can’t go wrong. We all need a little help keeping hairs in place sometimes. All that said. Couldn’t I just use a clear mascara from some drugstore that costs about one-quarter the price? I could and I do. Full... +
Unruly brows be gone. You can’t go wrong. We all need a little help keeping hairs in place sometimes.
All that said. Couldn’t I just use a clear mascara from some drugstore that costs about one-quarter the price? I could and I do.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/08/eyebrows-anastasia.html
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Kiehl's Abyssine Eye Cream
When I laugh or smile, I look like a shar pei. No, really. My eyes wrinkle, and with time, some of the lines set up shop so I’m stuck. I figured it was time for an anti-aging eye cream. This is Abyssine. Kiehl’s formulated her to deter the... +
When I laugh or smile, I look like a shar pei. No, really. My eyes wrinkle, and with time, some of the lines set up shop so I’m stuck. I figured it was time for an anti-aging eye cream. This is Abyssine. Kiehl’s formulated her to deter the effects of aging while moisturizing. Personally, I bought it because they say it helps against “epidermal aggression”. Ha, aggression, bring it.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/10/eye-abyssine-eye-cream-by-kiehls.html
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Pure and Simple Spa - King St.
I came across Pure Simple about a year ago. I read about them online and decided to give it a try. I went to the King Street location and saw Amy, a senior aesthetician. It was the best facial I’ve ever had. Here’s why: Expertise: Being an... +
I came across Pure Simple about a year ago. I read about them online and decided to give it a try. I went to the King Street location and saw Amy, a senior aesthetician. It was the best facial I’ve ever had.
Here’s why:
Expertise: Being an expert is more than regurgitating what you read. The staff KNOW what they’re talking about.
Principles: They take an Ayurvedic approach to skincare, and while I personally don’t put much weight in naturopathic medicine, Pure Simple’s holistic approach is based on real health principles and regular aesthetic practice.
Knowledge: They don’t push products, they push knowledge. I have been seeing Amy for a while now, and I trust her. While she occasionally recommends products, she never 'sells'. She takes the time to explain what I should do and why.
Products: They sell a wide range of products, including their own line, which I really like. They have high quality natural ingredients at an affordable price point. I am addicted to their Detoxifying French Clay Mask. It reduces redness, helps with skin circulation and can be used a spot treatment for pimples.
After-Care: Most times when you leave the spa after a facial, your skin is red and blotchy. Immediately after my Pure Simple facial, Amy handed me a mirror: my skin was glowing. In the following weeks my skin continued to look smooth, bright and hydrated. I was hooked.
Value. Their services are reasonably priced. One could always argue that steep fees at haughty places such as Stillwater are for quality service and the ambience of a first-rate spa, I would say you are wrong. Inferior service is everywhere, and snobbish personalities run rampant in places like this. Pure Simple proves that quality shouldn't come at a premium. The attention and care you receive far exceeds the money you pay. They also have monthly specials – how can you not love a sale?
Pure Simple does one thing and they do it perfectly. I challenge you to find another spa in Toronto that does all of the above.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/06/face-torontos-best-facial.html
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Mario Badescu Special Cucumber Lotion Toner
Toners and astringents can be scary - use the wrong one and your skin is too tight or too dry. The Special Cucumber Lotion is one of the mildest most effective cleaning liquids out there, and ideal for anyone going through a second puberty. Full... +
Toners and astringents can be scary - use the wrong one and your skin is too tight or too dry. The Special Cucumber Lotion is one of the mildest most effective cleaning liquids out there, and ideal for anyone going through a second puberty.
Full review: http://gracefulglutton.blogspot.com/2010/10/special-cucumber-lotion-by-mario.html
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