beautyinfinitum
Member Since: January 6, 2012Reviews
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid
This product has been a miracle in a bottle for me! I'd heard a lot of people raving about Paula's Choice 2% BHA products (there's a cream and a gel along with the liquid), so I bought a trial size of the liquid to give it a shot. My skin often gets... +
This product has been a miracle in a bottle for me! I'd heard a lot of people raving about Paula's Choice 2% BHA products (there's a cream and a gel along with the liquid), so I bought a trial size of the liquid to give it a shot. My skin often gets small white bumps (often on my nose), and the occasional pimple. I saw and felt a difference with my skin after one night of use, and after a few uses, my bumps were gone. My skin is softer and more radiant from this product. I do sometimes get irritation after using it; usually from using it two or three nights in a row, so I've scaled back and now use it every other night.
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid is definitely a holy grail product for me. The bumps and pimples came back a bit after I finished the trial size and I couldn't wait to get the full-size version, which again has banished and prevented them. There's really been nothing at all like it that I've tried before and I wholly recommend it if you too have bumpy skin, pimples, and/or dull skin!
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Amopé Pedi Perfect Electronic Foot File
**I received this for review for free through ChickAdvisor's Review Club. All opinions are my own** Just what I've been needing! The Amopé is essentially a pumice stone with a motor and handle, and it works sooo much better for me than manually... +
**I received this for review for free through ChickAdvisor's Review Club. All opinions are my own**
Just what I've been needing! The Amopé is essentially a pumice stone with a motor and handle, and it works sooo much better for me than manually using a pumice stone. I have calluses from walking a lot, and using the Amopé for a few minutes on them smooths them right down. At first I was worried I might leave it on one spot too long and it would break down too much skin and cause it to bleed, but in my experience, you don't need to worry about that. It basically files down all the dead skin and I think you would have to have it one spot for a long time for it to break the fresh skin. Also, this won't really do much for loose/cracked skin so you will still need to use a scrub or one of those foot graters to get all that off, but it's EXCELLENT for calluses.
The Amopé is about as loud as a typical electric razor and is powered by 4 double A batteries which are included. It is easy to turn on/off, remove the file, and remove the battery component. It's also easy to hold (the blue base is rubberized) and to clean. The removed skin is turned to powder so you only need to wipe down the file and base with a damp cloth. There is a clear cap to go over the file area, and my only complaint is that it doesn't snap on very securely.
The price is a bit much at $50 for this, but looking on Amazon, similar electronic foot files tend to run about $30-$50. A 2-pack of refill rollers is about $20, and I do plan on buying them when this one has run its course (the unit only comes with one roller). I'm really happy I got to try the Amopé and I definitely recommend it for those with stubborn calluses!
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Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep
*Received for free from ChickAdvisor Review Club. All opinions are my own.* Oooh, this, this I love! It's one of those products where you see results the morning after using it. My skin is so much softer, my pores are less visible, and even my dark... +
*Received for free from ChickAdvisor Review Club. All opinions are my own.* Oooh, this, this I love! It's one of those products where you see results the morning after using it. My skin is so much softer, my pores are less visible, and even my dark circles are lighter after using this. I also love that the cream is pink. ;) It's scented, but it's not overwhelming and doesn't irritate my skin. While a bit spendy, I do think it's completely worth it and I recommend picking it up as your "beauty sleep in a jar." -
Vichy Idealia Life Serum
*Received free from ChickAdvisor Review Club. All opinions are my own.* I do quite enjoy this serum -- it has an opalescence that gives the skin a subtle glow, makes skin soft, and sinks in quickly. I like it under the Skin Sleep by Vichy, but it... +
*Received free from ChickAdvisor Review Club. All opinions are my own.* I do quite enjoy this serum -- it has an opalescence that gives the skin a subtle glow, makes skin soft, and sinks in quickly. I like it under the Skin Sleep by Vichy, but it didn't work well with my regular moisturizer for daytime (it pilled up). Overall though, it's a nice serum and I recommend if you are looking for something from Vichy. I'm just not 100% sold on repurchasing due to the price, and I have tried similarly effective serums in lower price ranges. -
Annabelle Cosmetics Lipsies
I LOVE THESE. I have the shades Fruit Punch (rosy pink) and Cupcake (clear), which both have delicious scents and adorable packaging. Fruit Punch has mid pigmentation and is slightly glossy. Both it and Cupcake are very moisturizing, and I use the... +
I LOVE THESE. I have the shades Fruit Punch (rosy pink) and Cupcake (clear), which both have delicious scents and adorable packaging. Fruit Punch has mid pigmentation and is slightly glossy. Both it and Cupcake are very moisturizing, and I use the latter as a lip balm. I also really like the twist-up tubes. If you like Maybelline's Baby Lips, give these a try -- you might be converted like I was! -
Amie Skincare - Bright Eyes Very Gentle Eye Make-up Remover
This makeup remover definitely is very gentle, and as such, doesn't sting my eyes (which a lot of others tend to) or cause redness. This won't remove waterproof makeup and will require extra elbow grease for heavy eyeliner and mascara. I would... +
This makeup remover definitely is very gentle, and as such, doesn't sting my eyes (which a lot of others tend to) or cause redness. This won't remove waterproof makeup and will require extra elbow grease for heavy eyeliner and mascara. I would recommend this for those who don't wear heavy makeup day to day and/or have sensitive eyes. A good remover for light makeup! -
Amie Skincare - New Bloom Gentle Facial Cleansing Wipes
These wipes are fragrance-free and a good size. They don't tear easily, and they don't dry out my skin. They also don't sting my eyes, which a lot of wipes and other makeup removers tend to do. While they do struggle with waterproof makeup and... +
These wipes are fragrance-free and a good size. They don't tear easily, and they don't dry out my skin. They also don't sting my eyes, which a lot of wipes and other makeup removers tend to do. While they do struggle with waterproof makeup and mascara, they remove most of my makeup. I like these a lot for lazy nights when I can't be bothered to do a full cleanse. The packaging is also really cute, though I do wish they had a snap shut tab rather than a sticker! -
Freeman Feeling Beautiful Charcoal & Black Sugar Polishing Mask
This mask is one of the best I've ever tried! It's a thick scrub-type, and when I apply it to my face it warms up. I leave it on for about 5 to 10 minutes and then rub it around for exfoliation, then rinse off. My skin looks so amazing after -- my... +
This mask is one of the best I've ever tried! It's a thick scrub-type, and when I apply it to my face it warms up. I leave it on for about 5 to 10 minutes and then rub it around for exfoliation, then rinse off. My skin looks so amazing after -- my pores are shrunk and my face is incredibly smooth. This feels like a high-end mask but you can get it at the drugstore for under 5 bucks! Amazing. -
Amie Spring Clean Deep Cleansing Mask
This is a really, really nice mask. Thinner in texture than some kaolin clay masks, it spreads evenly and is easy to rinse off. It has a bit of a strong minty/lime scent, so I avoid the eye area when applying to keep them from watering. Leave it on... +
This is a really, really nice mask. Thinner in texture than some kaolin clay masks, it spreads evenly and is easy to rinse off. It has a bit of a strong minty/lime scent, so I avoid the eye area when applying to keep them from watering. Leave it on for 10 minutes to dry, rinse off, and voila! Smaller, cleaned pores, and beautiful, smoothed skin. This mask can be used once or twice a week and I definitely recommend it for some skin pampering. -
Schick Hydro Silk Razor
I tried this razor because I had a coupon, and I'm glad I did! This razor has 5 blades and moisturizing strips, and I don't even have to use shave gel with it (which I am glad for -- I often end up wasting so much of it as it falls off my legs and... +
I tried this razor because I had a coupon, and I'm glad I did! This razor has 5 blades and moisturizing strips, and I don't even have to use shave gel with it (which I am glad for -- I often end up wasting so much of it as it falls off my legs and into the drain!). It leaves my legs/underams soft, smooth, and silky -- just like its name. I will definitely buy refills for this razor! -
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