anastisiak
Member Since: June 24, 2016Reviews
Pur Minerals - Double Ego
This liner is pretty expensive, it's about $25 at SDM but you do get a pencil liner with a complimentary liquid liner so it does somewhat even out so it doesn't seem that bad. Like I said, you get two separate liners and one of those is a pencil... +
This liner is pretty expensive, it's about $25 at SDM but you do get a pencil liner with a complimentary liquid liner so it does somewhat even out so it doesn't seem that bad.
Like I said, you get two separate liners and one of those is a pencil liner. The pencil liner is retractable which is nice, you don't need a sharpener but the lead is very thick and big. This liner is only really ideal for "dramatic" or "bold" looks, I don't think you can achieve a thin line or something natural/precise just because it is pretty big. It does apply very smooth though, glides effortlessly and the colours are all highly pigmented. Make sure you put the cap on securely though because the lead does dry quickly and then it does not apply as well. Unfortunately, the pencil liner does smudge quickly and if you touch it at all it is ruined.
The liquid side, however has a thinner "felt" tip brush but also still applies smooth and pigmented. This side of the product stays much longer than the pencil liner. This doesn't smudge at all and it does seem to "stain" your lid and is a little hard to remove without a quality eye-makeup remover.
I do like all of the colours in the line as well, they are mostly blues/greens, one purple and a few neutral shades like black/charcoal/brown. They are all very bright also and a few of them almost have a "metallic' look to them and for the most part, all of the liquid and pencil liners compliment each other well except for one. "Queensland" has a light aqua-type colour for the liquid liner and the pencil liner is more close to a dark navy blue and to me, these colours do not match or go well together at all but all the rest go together very nicely and naturally.
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Davidoff Cool Water Perfume
Initially, I felt this was a very strong, floral scent and I knew it was going to be too overwhelming on me but I was wrong. After just a few short moments it seemed to become a whole new fragrance - it was sweet and fresh. It became now very... +
Initially, I felt this was a very strong, floral scent and I knew it was going to be too overwhelming on me but I was wrong.
After just a few short moments it seemed to become a whole new fragrance - it was sweet and fresh. It became now very crisp, clean and I felt like I was standing by the ocean or a beach. Although, I still cannot stand the initial spray of this stuff which is unfortunate because I do love the base notes so much. I sometimes get a headache when I first spray it and I wish they would re-create it but dropping the dominant floral notes in the beginning. It is definitely a summer fragrance, however. This isn't something you could wear in the night or winter, it is too clean and winter/night fragrances should have a little kick or spice in it.
Also, it is so affordable and cheap compared to other fragrances and does make a great gift - I see this fragrance available in a gift set all of the time.
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Vichy Normaderm Anti-Acne Purifying Gel Cleanser
This is the best cleanser I have used when I am experiencing acne and breakouts. I am a combination skin-type, so I do get random bursts of breakouts here and there. This cleanser feels great on my skin, you need only one pump and when you mix with... +
This is the best cleanser I have used when I am experiencing acne and breakouts.
I am a combination skin-type, so I do get random bursts of breakouts here and there. This cleanser feels great on my skin, you need only one pump and when you mix with water you will end up with this foamy emulsion that feels smooth and soft on your skin. You really do feel it cleaning deep into your pores and it has a light but minimal scent that should not bother you if you are sensitive.
It rinses off easily and you do not feel "tight" or "sticky" because there is no residue left. I only use this at night and within just a few days all of my breakouts are gone, with other acne-cleansers it would take at least a week or more.
And just to mention quickly, I work in Cosmetics at SDM and this is probably our best-selling Acne Cleanser, I do recommend it frequently but our amount of "repeat buyers" are outstanding. Customers all experiencing the same benefits and results. It is a little pricier than other cleansers but if you really wanted to get rid of your acne/breakouts then this is one of your best options.
I have also used on my body because I sometimes get smaller breakouts on my back because I have longer hair. I just do the same steps, I put one puff onto my bath sponge and it lathers into a foam and feels great. I do not use this as a body wash though, just a "treatment" wash I guess you could say - and it doesn't say it could be used for the body on the bottle either, I just gave it a try and I had great results. Vichy Normaderm should really look into an AntiAcne Body Wash because I am sure it would do well for people who have that problem.
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Dove® Nutritive Solutions Beautiful Care Shampoo + Conditioner
I have very long hair, almost to my waist and I am very picky with what I use in my hair but sometimes I do branch off and try different things and Dove is so affordable and almost always on sale so that is a positive. I really like the idea of... +
I have very long hair, almost to my waist and I am very picky with what I use in my hair but sometimes I do branch off and try different things and Dove is so affordable and almost always on sale so that is a positive.
I really like the idea of Shampoo+Conditioner, it will save you time and money but I do not get any benefits from the "conditioner" in this at all. My hair does feel clean afterwards but it is very knotty and so dry that it is almost hay-like. For a shampoo, this stuff works well but I do feel I need to wash my hair more often when using this product vs. a higher end shampoo I normally use. I just would recommend using a different conditioner because you get no conditioning benefits from this product at all.
The scent is great though, very clean, fresh and does linger in your hair for most of the day.
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StriVectinLABS - Extreme Cream
This is very overpriced and is about $109 at SDM and is definitely not worth it. Firstly, it is a very rich cream - it is so thick that even when you apply a small amount, you still feel it. It feels very heavy on your skin, it is definitely not... +
This is very overpriced and is about $109 at SDM and is definitely not worth it.
Firstly, it is a very rich cream - it is so thick that even when you apply a small amount, you still feel it. It feels very heavy on your skin, it is definitely not ideal for a summertime moisturizer. It doesn't absorb quickly either and it feels like a heavy film is on your face all day.
On a positive note, I experienced no irritiations or reactions and also did not have any breakouts which is surprising because it was so thick. My skin could not breath and it also felt like it was still on after cleansing.
Also, it has a unpleasant scent - it is almost a moldy, weird pepperminty smell. I am not quite sure how to explain it but I really didn't like smelling it on my face all day.
I have combination skin so I do have some dryness and this "extreme" cream did absolutely nothing for that, you may need to be severely dry to get any benefits from this. I only used it because I got it for free from a Rep, I gave it away to a friend with dry skin about a month later but she also did not like the product.
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Maybelline New York Lip Studio Color Blur
I really like the colours in the line so far but they are all mostly reds/pinks because I would really like to wear this product in a nude shade. The product applies so smooth and glides effortlessly on your lips - it is also like a pencil crayon... +
I really like the colours in the line so far but they are all mostly reds/pinks because I would really like to wear this product in a nude shade.
The product applies so smooth and glides effortlessly on your lips - it is also like a pencil crayon shape when applying and it very pigmented and bright. It also doesn't dry out my lips and stays relatively creamy throughout the day when I wear the "bold" look.
The "blurred" look is bit of a different story. The blurring tool/part is very cheaply made. It always feels like it is going to break off when I am pushing it on my lips (and this is with more than one colour/stick). I feel I need to press hard to get it to blur and it isn't a very nice feeling, and it is also very easily to make a mess because the blur-er is quite a bit larger than my lips.
Overall, product is great for a bold look but I really do not like the blurring part.
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Revlon Photo Ready Eye Art Lid + Line + Lash
I really like the idea of this product, it's a shadow on one end with a complimentary shade of glitter for liner on the other end. Unfortunately, this was a missed opportunity and the quality is below average. I'll start with the only positive part... +
I really like the idea of this product, it's a shadow on one end with a complimentary shade of glitter for liner on the other end. Unfortunately, this was a missed opportunity and the quality is below average.
I'll start with the only positive part of this product - it is HIGHLY pigmented, you need very little to completely and evenly cover your lid.
Now, the shadow is very heavy. You can feel this stuff on your lids even after it is dried. Also, it creases almost instantly even with quality primers. It doesn't take long before it is smudged and running down your face. It just doesn't stay on your lids.
The eyeliner is very wet and also feels heavy with the same negative - runs and smudges. The brush for the liner is very big and thick as well, you cannot get a "thin" look and even with a steady hand you will end up covering half of your lid with liner.
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Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lipcolor
This product is highly pigmented, creamy and feels silky smooth on your lips. It is not drying like some other matte lip products and I am able to rub my lips together without feeling sticky or tacky. My lips just glide effortlessly. One... +
This product is highly pigmented, creamy and feels silky smooth on your lips. It is not drying like some other matte lip products and I am able to rub my lips together without feeling sticky or tacky. My lips just glide effortlessly. One application is all I need to cover my lips evenly and it does not gather in dry spots or in wrinkle/creases.The applicator is smooth too and feels great to apply. I do feel like I need to reapply a little more often than other matte lip creams (ex: NYX Liquid Suede) This stuff does have a scent though, it's neutral - not good or bad, it's just kind of there.
I really do like the packaging of this stuff, it's matte, transparent and almost has a "frosted" look to it. The colours are all nice too, it is very attractive and my eye always gets drawn to the product. I currently have Addiction, Seduction, Devotion and I plan on purchasing all of the colours.
Also, this stuff actually is and stays matte - some product claim to be matte but still have a shimmer and shine. This stuff is 100% matte.
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Neostrata Skin Resurfacing Duo
I absolutely love this product, my skin looks and feels amazing after just one. After a month, my skin has a more even complexion, brighter and just overall looks healthier. This removed any dry patches/dead skill cells I had on my face and even... +
I absolutely love this product, my skin looks and feels amazing after just one. After a month, my skin has a more even complexion, brighter and just overall looks healthier. This removed any dry patches/dead skill cells I had on my face and even toned down any excess shine and oil.
This is a two step process so it wouldn't be for somebody who prefers a quick and easy exfoliation but it is very easy once you get started. You also only need to use it once or twice a week (depending on how oily you are), and once you start you'll appreciate your results.
Your first step is to apply the "Crystals" which come in a jar, this has such a great scent. It smells like fresh citrus fruits and actually has Orange Essential Oils listed in the ingredients. This is a pretty abrasive exfoliant though, it does say it is safe for sensitive skin but if are easily irritated I would try a sample first. I do get some minor redness after but it goes away after just a few moments and I also do not feel anything, I am just red.
The next step is to apply the activator. This stuff is VERY watery/runny, so be careful when opening the cap. That is a negative about this product, it would be much better, efficient and cleaner if this was in a "pump" form. Anyway, you apply this to your face and initially it is very cool and refreshing but it will warm up slightly. This also doesn't smell as good as the crystals, it actually doesn't smell like anything. This is the part of the product however that will activate any anti-aging ingredients and benefits.
If you are somebody who is VERY sensitive, you are able to mix the crystals and the activator together so you don't get such an abrasive exfoliant. I've done this and the results are the same, you still look and feel so much smoother and brighter afterwards, you will just lose the citrus scent. Also, when you do mix the two together it will almost look like a chemical reaction, it will start to bubble and become more of a foam than a scrub or exfoliant but like I said, you will still get the same effect.
I actually received this product for free but it is $75 at SDM which is pretty expensive. I only use it once a week to try and make it last as long as I can. But, this doesn't compare to other products. You can feel this product working even deep into your skin and the results are immediate, I do not get this with other products (or atleast not as quick/well).
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Dove® Nutritive Solutions Revival Shampoo
This product left my hair feeling too clean, if that makes sense. My hair was drier than normal and felt very rough - it did not shine and so it looked very lifeless and dull. I used this shampoo a few times and I ended up just chucking it under my... +
This product left my hair feeling too clean, if that makes sense. My hair was drier than normal and felt very rough - it did not shine and so it looked very lifeless and dull.
I used this shampoo a few times and I ended up just chucking it under my sink as a "just in case I run out of other shampoo, I'll use this for an emergency" type thing but I would never use it again.
The scent is amazing though and I wish that I had a better experience.
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