beautyinfinitum
Member Since: January 6, 2012Reviews
Dove Style + Care Flexible Hold Hairspray
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.) Let me preface this review by saying I'm not a fan of hairspray in general. I do need it if I curl my hair, but otherwise, I just don't use it. Dove's Flexible Hold... +
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.)
Let me preface this review by saying I'm not a fan of hairspray in general. I do need it if I curl my hair, but otherwise, I just don't use it. Dove's Flexible Hold Hairspray is alright, in my opinion. It doesn't have a very strong scent, unlike some hairsprays I've used (hello, L'Oreal Elnett). It holds my hairstyle fairly well, but it does make my hair crunchy in some areas, depending on how much I've sprayed.
Overall, this isn't a bad hairspray but it doesn't overly wow me either. I'd probably buy it if I needed hairspray. As a side note, I looove the packaging and aesthetic of the Dove Style+Care line, so while I might not use this product often, it looks nice in my bathroom. ;)
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Dove Pure Care Dry Oil Nourishing Hair Treatment with African Macadamia Oil
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Review Club.) It's taken me several products to find a hair oil that works for me, and I've finally found it with Dove's Pure Care Dry Oil! I have fine, colour-treated hair that always gets... +
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Review Club.)
It's taken me several products to find a hair oil that works for me, and I've finally found it with Dove's Pure Care Dry Oil! I have fine, colour-treated hair that always gets greasy with whatever oil I try -- from blends to straight oils like coconut and argan. Until now. Something about Dove's formula just works so well with my hair, and doesn't weigh it down or make it greasy! It also smells amazing, kind of like Moroccanoil (but at a fraction of the price).
I just 3-4 pumps in my hair, focusing on the ends, while it's damp, and my hair looks smoother when it's dry. I can also use this on dry hair and it doesn't make it greasy. There are silicones in the formula (which might be why it works so much better for me), which is something to keep in mind if you avoid them.
Overall, this a great drugstore gem at a good price and I'm thrilled to finally find a hair oil that works for me!
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Dove Nutritive Solutions Daily Moisture Conditioner
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.) Dove's Daily Moisture Conditioner is just what my hair needs! While I didn't find the shampoo overly moisturizing, the conditioner definitely takes care of that. The... +
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.)
Dove's Daily Moisture Conditioner is just what my hair needs! While I didn't find the shampoo overly moisturizing, the conditioner definitely takes care of that. The consistency is fairly thick and easily detangles my hair. It leaves it feeling soft and sleek, without being heavy or with any residue, which is great because I have very fine hair.
This is just the type of conditioner I love and that my hair needs. I definitely recommend it if your hair needs moisture, especially if you have fine hair that gets weighed down by other moisturizing conditioners!
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Dove Nutritive Solutions Daily Moisture Shampoo
(I received this product for free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.) Dove's Daily Moisture shampoo is great at cleaning hair, and although my scalp gets oily pretty quickly, I've been able to go 2 days between shampoos with my hair... +
(I received this product for free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.)
Dove's Daily Moisture shampoo is great at cleaning hair, and although my scalp gets oily pretty quickly, I've been able to go 2 days between shampoos with my hair still looking great. I usually only get about a day before my hair gets greasy again, so this is awesome!
I didn't notice a huge benefit in moisture compared to other shampoos, but it didn't strip my hair or leave it feeling heavy, which are big pluses. The shampoo does contain sulfates which you might want to avoid if you colour your hair, though I dye my hair blonde and haven't noticed any issue with fading/stripping of colour.
Overall, a great, inexpensive shampoo that cleans your hair without damaging it or weighing it down!
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Lipidol Overnight Face Oil
(I received this product free to review through ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.) Once upon a time, I thought face oils were for those with very dry skin. I have combination/oily skin (though gets drier in the winter), and since trying a few... +
(I received this product free to review through ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.)
Once upon a time, I thought face oils were for those with very dry skin. I have combination/oily skin (though gets drier in the winter), and since trying a few face oils, they have been a become a boon in my skincare routine.
Lipidol's Overnight Face Oil may come in a small (50ml) bottle, but you only need 3-4 drops to cover your face and neck. This is definitely best for night use (as the name implies), as it takes 20+ minutes to sink into skin. Still, it's not heavy-feeling, and the results are great! By morning, my skin is soft, refreshed, and radiant.
I think this is a great oil to try whether you are new to them or not, and it should work for most skintones. You may want to double up on with a night cream if you have very dry skin, but otherwise, Lipidol's Overnight Face Oil is enough to hydrate and revitalize my skin.
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Lipidol Cleansing Face Oil
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.) I love using cleansing oils to remove my makeup, and I'm so glad they're catching on at mass markets! Like most cleansing oils, Lipidol's is easy to use: apply to face... +
(I received this product free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.)
I love using cleansing oils to remove my makeup, and I'm so glad they're catching on at mass markets! Like most cleansing oils, Lipidol's is easy to use: apply to face, add water to emoliate, massage, and rinse off. It works well at removing all my makeup and makes my skin soft afterwards, with no residue.
The first time I used it, I experienced eye irritation afterwards and blurry vision. I'm pretty sure this was a fluke with me being too rough on my eyes, and possibly makeup getting into them (I had been wearing mascara and eyeliner). The reason I'm still giving Lipidol's Cleansing Face Oil a positive review is because I haven't experienced any issues like that since, though I've also been more gentle around the eye area. This might not be the right product for you if you have very sensitive eyes, and either way, I recommend going slowly and cautiously around the eye area when removing makeup (though I suppose you should always do that with any cleanser).
Overall, Lipidol's Cleansing Face Oil is a great addition to the cleansing oil market and the price of $8.97 is great! I definitely plan on checking out more from the brand!
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Maybelline New York Dream Blender
(I received this product for free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.) I really wanted to like the Dream Blender. My preferred method of foundation application is with the Real Technqiues Miracle Sponge, but the former is not very... +
(I received this product for free as part of ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club.)
I really wanted to like the Dream Blender. My preferred method of foundation application is with the Real Technqiues Miracle Sponge, but the former is not very comparable to it. It's a smaller, firmer sponge on a wand, which doesn't become softer with or without water. At first I tried using it like the Miracle Sponge by dabbing it on my face, but that wasn't very effective and ended up kind of hurting! I then followed the instructions of moving it in circles on my cheeks and moving outward on other parts of the face. The results were a bit better, but nowhere near as preferable as what I receive from the Miracle Sponge. I also found it took a lot longer to blend.
I probably could make the Dream Blender work, but it just takes too much time and is too small, in my opinion. I much prefer the softer, larger RT Miracle Sponge. I do like that the Dream Blender has a wand and is pointed to get into smaller areas, but it just didn't work for me.
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Maybelline New York Dream Velvet Foundation
(I received this product free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club) Drugstores have been stepping it up lately in the foundation department! I received the Dream Velvet Foundation in shade 05 Warm Ivory, which is a bit too yellow/dark... +
(I received this product free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club)
Drugstores have been stepping it up lately in the foundation department! I received the Dream Velvet Foundation in shade 05 Warm Ivory, which is a bit too yellow/dark for my skintone, but I like everything else about it. It has a thicker, whipped consistency, and a little goes a long way. While it doesn't entirely cover my pores, it does blur them. The result is a soft and natural matte finish. I consider it medium coverage, but you will definitely need a separate concealer for dark circles.
I really love the results I get from this foundation! It feels almost high-end. While I can make it work, I only wish the lightest shade wasn't so yellow and was even lighter. Hey, Maybelline -- please consider making a lighter shade with less yellow undertones! ;) If you can find a shade that works for you, I definitely recommend trying the Dream Velvet foundation!
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Batiste Dry Shampoo XXL Volume Big & Bouncy
Batiste is my go-to for dry shampoo! I have fine hair and this XXL version helps add some lift and volume to it. It also clears up the oil from my second/third-day hair, though requires rubbing in/brushing to blend in the white tint. I have blonde... +
Batiste is my go-to for dry shampoo! I have fine hair and this XXL version helps add some lift and volume to it. It also clears up the oil from my second/third-day hair, though requires rubbing in/brushing to blend in the white tint. I have blonde hair so the blending process doesn't take too long, but it might be more of a hassle for those with darker hair. Batiste does have darker-tinted dry shampoos though.
I definitely recommend Batiste to everyone, especially now that it can be found in most drugstores!
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Marcelle CC Cream
I love, love Marcelle CC cream for light coverage/summer wear. While it won't cover dark circles or zits, it's great for a light, dewy and radiant look. I have very pale skin and the Fair shade blends in well. My mother, who is in her fifties, uses... +
I love, love Marcelle CC cream for light coverage/summer wear. While it won't cover dark circles or zits, it's great for a light, dewy and radiant look. I have very pale skin and the Fair shade blends in well. My mother, who is in her fifties, uses the Light/Medium shade and it looks wonderful on her! I definitely recommend this to everyone of all ages who wants a light coverage tinted moisturizer. -
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