anastisiak
Member Since: June 24, 2016Reviews
Vim Cream Cleaner in Lemon Scent
I love Vim - it's cheap and it works. The lemon scent leaves your bathroom/kitchen smelling fresh, clean and even lingers longer than other cleaning products. It also is a creamed texture which spreads well and you do not need much and doesn't... +
I love Vim - it's cheap and it works.
The lemon scent leaves your bathroom/kitchen smelling fresh, clean and even lingers longer than other cleaning products.
It also is a creamed texture which spreads well and you do not need much and doesn't leave a sticky film or residue. I do not need to spend a lot of time scrubbing because this product seems to do most of the work for me.
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Neostrata Glycolic Renewal Lotion 10%
I am not usually a fan of Chemical Exfoliants, AHA's (Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid) tend to burn my skin and leave it red and irritated but I received this product free from NeoStrata after attending about 1.5 years ago. I was excited to try it... +
I am not usually a fan of Chemical Exfoliants, AHA's (Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid) tend to burn my skin and leave it red and irritated but I received this product free from NeoStrata after attending about 1.5 years ago. I was excited to try it because in the training they said it would be safe for sensitive skin. When I first used it, I did experience some tingling and redness but nothing intolerable and the sensation was gone within a minute. After a few uses, I did not feel anything at all so your skin will build up a tolerance to the product.
Aside from the tingling, my skin felt great! The product wasn't greasy and applied nicely due to the creamy texture. My skin felt smoother within one use and I experienced no tightening or dryness.
I am combination skin type and I get congestion and blackheads on/around my nose often and this product actually helped to minimize my acne and tone down my oiliness in my T-Zone. I also get dry patches around the corners of my nose and this also helped to exfoliate and remove that as well! I have been told by customers and I've also read reviews stating that this product helped with acne scarring but I personally did not see a change in scars or discoloration but everyone is different!
There is a slight medicinal scent to the product but it is not at all overwhelming and sometimes I do not pick up on any scent at all. It is available in a pump which is fantastic because you only need one pump to cover your entire face and you do not risk over-use and wasting product. It isn't overly expensive and is pretty average for a Derm Quality product - you can purchase cheaper but the quality isn't the same. My skin feels fresh and "brand new" since starting this product, I have repurchased twice and I plan to continue to do so.
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Scentsy Wickless Candles
I love candles and anything that smells good and so I was very excited when I discovered Scentsy products. Firstly, the scent selection! They have a smell for everyone, no matter what you prefer - they have something for you! Fresh, Floral, Sweet... +
I love candles and anything that smells good and so I was very excited when I discovered Scentsy products.
Firstly, the scent selection! They have a smell for everyone, no matter what you prefer - they have something for you! Fresh, Floral, Sweet, Cafe and even Seasonal Scents so you always have tons to pick from and they are always releasing something new to try. My favourites so far have been : Blueberry Cheesecake, Simply Vanilla, Mochadoodle and Crumb Top - all more sweet, baking type scents. (but I like every other scent I have tried aswell)
The fragrance also lasts longer than candles or any other store-bought wax I've tried. Even after I have unplugged my warmer hours ago, the scent will still linger throughout my home. I also only use half a square at a time because one full square is sometimes a little overwhelming and it also save me money and the bar itself lasts longer. It distributes well throughout my home and I do not need more than one burner going at a time. I can usually get a week out of half of a square before the scent wears off and I need to replace it.
I also really like the idea of it being flameless, you have no worry if you accidentally leave it on overnight or while you aren't home. You can just plug it in and forget about it.
The bars themselves aren't overly expensive, about 6$ each but you can save money by purchasing multiple bars at a time but the warmers aren't cheap. I do use a store bought warmer because I can't bring myself to spend 50+ dollars on a warmer I can get a walmart for 20$, however I may eventually purchase one because they are much more beautiful and decorative than any warmer I've seen in any store.
Also, as I said earlier I only like to use half a square because one full square is too strong because the scent is strong. I have had a few people tell me they can't use Scentsy because it irritates allergies etc. because it is too overwhelming.
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NYX Cosmetics Butter Gloss
I love NYX because the brand is affordable yet still offer high quality products so I was a little disappointed with this Gloss. Firstly, it was tacky on my lips. I could not rub my lips together or get a "smooth" or "butter" feeling because they... +
I love NYX because the brand is affordable yet still offer high quality products so I was a little disappointed with this Gloss.
Firstly, it was tacky on my lips. I could not rub my lips together or get a "smooth" or "butter" feeling because they just kept sticking together and also sticking to my hair. Also, the application itself was sticky and the product didn't glide onto my lips as nicely as I would have liked.
Secondly, although they offer multiple different shades and colours - they lack pigment. (The INTENSE Butter Gloss does offer higher pigment but the quality of the product was still the same). I purchased three different shades, Creme Brulee, Peaches and Cream and Cherry Pie and although they were all different shades none of them really gave my lips much colour.
Thirdly, it just didn't make my lips look good. The product went into every crease and fold of my lips which left them looking messy and unfinished. It was very hard to correct this because the product was so sticky.
I expected a lot more from NYX because I am in love with literally every other Lip Product they offer, I would recommend their Liquid Suede or the Soft Matte Lip Cream over this.
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COVERGIRL LashBlast Clump Crusher Mascara
This is a hit-or-miss for me but overall, it's just an average mascara. The product inside is thicker than your average mascara, and although it claims to be a "Clump Crusher" the product dries out quickly and you begin to get "Clumps" after just a... +
This is a hit-or-miss for me but overall, it's just an average mascara.
The product inside is thicker than your average mascara, and although it claims to be a "Clump Crusher" the product dries out quickly and you begin to get "Clumps" after just a few uses but initially, the mascara is fine until it begins to dry out. I also feel the mascara dries and flakes on your lashes within just a few hours as the product gets older. It does not give you a dark or dramatic look and isn't a mascara I would recommend for a nighttime look but would be ideal for a natural, daytime look or for somebody just beginning to use mascara.
The brush is small which makes it easy to apply evenly and throughout all your lashes and get close to your inner corner. It is a little hard though because the plastic, and I do get some irritation when I try to apply too closely to the root near my lid, I need to be careful not to press too hard. I do experience this with the majority of CoverGirl mascara brushes and wands.
It is very cheap though, and I feel it works great as a "base" mascara. It does lose its quality within a few weeks and although it is inexpensive to replace, it would get costly to do repeatedly just to get a decent mascara look.
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St. Ives® Skin Renewing Collagen Elastin Body Lotion
This stuff definitely makes your skin feel tighter and firmer within just a few weeks of use but it is not a miracle worker. I have used it on my thighs and my upper arms and my arms felt much more toned than my thighs. I think that it works on... +
This stuff definitely makes your skin feel tighter and firmer within just a few weeks of use but it is not a miracle worker.
I have used it on my thighs and my upper arms and my arms felt much more toned than my thighs. I think that it works on areas that aren't THAT bad, I have had other products work in firming and tightening my thighs. I would recommend it for minor lack of firmness.
Other than that, the lotion itself just feels great - leaves you feeling smooth and soft and offers just a light scent of freshness.
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St. Ives® Naturally Clear Green Tea Facial Cleanser
This is an "okay" product. It lathered nicely and felt very smooth while cleansing, my skin after rinsing felt a little tight afterwards with some residue, I had to rinse a lot more than I normally would with other cleansers to get rid of the... +
This is an "okay" product.
It lathered nicely and felt very smooth while cleansing, my skin after rinsing felt a little tight afterwards with some residue, I had to rinse a lot more than I normally would with other cleansers to get rid of the feeling.
It did not do anything for my blemishes, acne or oiliness - my skin looked and felt virtually the same after a week of use.
It also has a pretty strong, sweet scent, not what I expected from a Green Tea product. I feel it may irritate skin if you are overly sensitive.
Overall, it works great as a cleanser - your skin will feel clean and refreshed, but it will not to much for your acne or oil.
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Simple Kind To Skin Smoothing Facial Scrub
This product is perfect for sensitive skin because it has little to no scent. It also has a creamy texture with very smooth granules in the formulation that help to exfoliate without being too irritating. Usually, it is recommended that you only... +
This product is perfect for sensitive skin because it has little to no scent. It also has a creamy texture with very smooth granules in the formulation that help to exfoliate without being too irritating.
Usually, it is recommended that you only exfoliate once or twice a week but this is such a gentle exfoliation that you can get away with doing it every second day or so.
My skin does feel fresh and renewed after I use this scrub but I have gotten better results from more higher-end scrubs. It does not leave any residue and my skin doesn't feel tight, irritated or dry afterwards and leaves no redness.
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NYX HD Photogenic Concealer Wand
This is probably one of my favourite concealers and for the price, you can't beat it. The texture is a thicker-liquid that is easy to blend and offers a medium-high coverage. It does not crease into your skin and also doesn't look cakey when you... +
This is probably one of my favourite concealers and for the price, you can't beat it.
The texture is a thicker-liquid that is easy to blend and offers a medium-high coverage. It does not crease into your skin and also doesn't look cakey when you layer and build your coverage. I often lack the sleep I need and it shows in my eye area, this concealer hides that and also makes me look more awake and refreshed. The wand is nice and smooth which makes for an easier application, and also the product itself has little to no scent.
It's comparable to the MAC Pro Longwear Concealer in terms of texture and consistency, it just does not have as high of coverage (but you can build to it) and NYX is significantly less expensive.
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ARI by Ariana Grande
This fragrance was only just released in 2015 and it quickly has become one of my favourites. It is the perfect combination of sweetness and musk which make it acceptable for an all-year wear. It does not have very many different tones or notes... +
This fragrance was only just released in 2015 and it quickly has become one of my favourites.
It is the perfect combination of sweetness and musk which make it acceptable for an all-year wear. It does not have very many different tones or notes which makes this a very simple yet sexy scent.
Initially, you get some fruity tones - Grapefruit and Raspberries (Yum), and slowly you develop into a more Powdery, Vanilla and Rose mixture and then you are left with Musk and Marshmellow. Personally, I feel the Marshmellow really makes this fragrance and adds a unique touch, it is not a scent that you pick up on very often in fragrances. it is not overpowering or strong, it is very sweet and light so it does not have THAT strong of a staying power, you would need more than a couple sprays to last you through the day.
The bottle is a great representation of the scent - simple and sweet. I also love the little white pompom that reminds me of the Marshmellow scent, unfortunately I feel that it would get dirty fairly quick.
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