cosmeticproof
Member Since: June 10, 2014Reviews
PAPA RECIPE BOMBEE HONEY MASK
Firstly, the scent was very light and honey-like that is quite appetizing. Immediately, I noticed the mask was softer, more plump than what I usually see. I peeled off the plastic layer and started to apply the actual mask to my face and noticed... +
Firstly, the scent was very light and honey-like that is quite appetizing. Immediately, I noticed the mask was softer, more plump than what I usually see. I peeled off the plastic layer and started to apply the actual mask to my face and noticed that the fit was fantastic! The pulp texture of the mask has a bit of stretch to it so I was able to stretch my way to a perfect fit! The chin is always the tell-tale sign of a good mask because inevitably, everyone always ends up with a "goatee" of sheet mask after the first few minutes.
Lemma tell ya, this mask is supposed to be left on for a solid 20-30 minutes and not ONCE did my chin become a goatee. Everything stayed exactly where I had applied it right up until my alarm beeped to take it off! That is the first time a mask has stayed on so well and the fit is one of the best I have experienced! You can also see my skin through the mask in my melfie which shows you how "skin-like" this mask really is!
After patting in the essence, the residue was a little sticky, but my skin felt firm. Like most sheet masks, I did not feel the need for moisturizer, but I put a light one on anyway out of habit. I thoroughly enjoyed this mask and highly recommend it!
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LANEIGE Water Sleeping Mask
Though there are a number of interesting ingredients in this sleeping mask such as apricot fruit extract and evening primrose, I cannot get past the fact that there are quite a few silicone derivatives (in bold) in the formulation. Silicones play a... +
Though there are a number of interesting ingredients in this sleeping mask such as apricot fruit extract and evening primrose, I cannot get past the fact that there are quite a few silicone derivatives (in bold) in the formulation. Silicones play a major role in skin smoothness as it fills in fine lines and wrinkles giving skin a temporary boost of plumpness. So, yes this product will certainly do what it promises, but the effects are temporary and you will have to keep using the mask to maintain these results. The texture and scent are both quite nice with the texture being cooling and gel-like. As an experience, I enjoyed spreading this concoction on my face and inhaling the freshness of the scent. I would recommend using the little spatula that comes with this mask as the texture makes it challenging to scoop up. It's also a little bit more hygienic to have spatulas for pots of face products anyway especially if you have long nails like myself. As a final verdict, this all depends on what you are looking for when it comes to skincare. Do you want an insta-solution or one that takes time but is truly skin-deep? Let's say you have a red carpet event or a wedding and your skin just looks haggard. USE THIS. If you have some time and are truly looking for a way to boost your skin's moisture levels, a sleeping mask like this is a bandaid. A better solution will be a treatment or serum with hyaluronic acid. Preferably multi-molecular! -
peripera peri's ink
There was something about this flat doe-foot applicator that made this highly pigmented lip stain so incredibly easy to apply. I have a very prominent cupid's bow which makes it a challenge to apply any pigmented lip products. I always screw up one... +
There was something about this flat doe-foot applicator that made this highly pigmented lip stain so incredibly easy to apply. I have a very prominent cupid's bow which makes it a challenge to apply any pigmented lip products. I always screw up one "point" and then overcompensate with the other or give myself "unilip". It also held a good amount of product on either side of the applicator. Like most lip stains, the consistency was watery, but oh-so-pigmented! It didn't feel like I was really wearing anything and I absentmindedly started rubbing my lips at some point only to remember I WAS wearing something! It's like it just became part of my lips! Longevity is up there in the 6 hour range! I actually had to use quite a bit of oil to remove the colour completely so once this stuff sets, I really don't worry about it anymore. I only picked up one because I really wasn't sure how much I would enjoy this lip stain, but now I have the light and dark pink in my shopping cart! It is so much more than just a stain and is just so pretty worn as a full-on lipstick! Love it! -
Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil Shampoo
This has a mild lather, but amazingly enough ACTUALLY cleans any buildup on my scalp and product from my hair! I have to use two pumps for the top of my head and then one pump for underneath my skull. It rinsed out easily unlike other cleansing... +
This has a mild lather, but amazingly enough ACTUALLY cleans any buildup on my scalp and product from my hair! I have to use two pumps for the top of my head and then one pump for underneath my skull. It rinsed out easily unlike other cleansing shampoos I have tried and has a fairly neutral scent. I was not expecting this shampoo to work as well as it did and I am definitely going to purchase another bottle when this runs out! -
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Oil
This has been fantastic for giving my flat iron that perfect amount of "glide". Since this is a yellow-hued oil, I probably won't use it when/if I go back to being blonde, but it has been totally fine now that I am dark as yellow oils tend to make... +
This has been fantastic for giving my flat iron that perfect amount of "glide". Since this is a yellow-hued oil, I probably won't use it when/if I go back to being blonde, but it has been totally fine now that I am dark as yellow oils tend to make blonde hair go brassy more quickly. Again, this is a pretty pricey product, so 1-2 pumps should be more than enough. I only use one pump for my ends and avoid my roots though the instructions say this oil is light enough to use from root to tip. -
Shu Uemura Wonder Worker Leave-In Spray
This is a moringa-scented styling spray that has a very fine mist making it awesome for touch-ups later on if you need to restyle your 'do. It has been cutting my blow dry time down quite significantly and also adds a little bit of silkiness to my... +
This is a moringa-scented styling spray that has a very fine mist making it awesome for touch-ups later on if you need to restyle your 'do. It has been cutting my blow dry time down quite significantly and also adds a little bit of silkiness to my hair. It is an expensive product, but Shu Uemura really does not let you down! -
Formula X Shine Strength Top Coat
This is a thicker, more gel-like top coat (be careful with smearing nail art!) that can be tricky to apply as it isn't as liquid-like as other fast-drying top coats. The thing is, the shine it gives your polish is UH-MAZING. It is a bit pricey, but... +
This is a thicker, more gel-like top coat (be careful with smearing nail art!) that can be tricky to apply as it isn't as liquid-like as other fast-drying top coats. The thing is, the shine it gives your polish is UH-MAZING. It is a bit pricey, but I am very pleased with it. -
Formula X Delete Nail Polish Remover
The concept is pretty simple, but holy crap has it changed my life! The jar is filled with a sponge soaking in acetone-based nail polish remover. The texture of the sponge helps to scrub away nail polish in no time flat. You just stick all of your... +
The concept is pretty simple, but holy crap has it changed my life! The jar is filled with a sponge soaking in acetone-based nail polish remover. The texture of the sponge helps to scrub away nail polish in no time flat. You just stick all of your nails in the little holes, twist for I kid you not 10 seconds, and your nails will be bare. Even for glitter polish, twist for 15-20 seconds and BAM! Clean nails! I even demonstrated for my husband as "magic trick' and he was so impressed! -
Mary Kay Rock the Runway Palette
Compared to last season's summer eyeshadow palette, the price of this one makes much more sense. $26 for shades this pigmented and easy to use is definitely something I can get onboard with! Each shade was deliciously pigmented and even the blue can... +
Compared to last season's summer eyeshadow palette, the price of this one makes much more sense. $26 for shades this pigmented and easy to use is definitely something I can get onboard with! Each shade was deliciously pigmented and even the blue can be worn day to day when combined with the other more subdued colours in this palette. -
CND CREATIVE PLAY Nail Lacquer
I have a couple of CND polishes already so this formula was just as awesome as I thought it would be! The brush allows for lots of control and I look forward to using more!
I have a couple of CND polishes already so this formula was just as awesome as I thought it would be! The brush allows for lots of control and I look forward to using more! -
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