curlysue10
Member Since: November 5, 2008Reviews
J.R Watkins Apothecary Natural Beeswax Lip Balm
This lip balm is fantastic! The smooth texture helps it to glide on easily, no matter what the temperature (unlike certain natural products that contain beeswax and are sometimes too hard to apply at room temperature). I also really like the cool... +
This lip balm is fantastic! The smooth texture helps it to glide on easily, no matter what the temperature (unlike certain natural products that contain beeswax and are sometimes too hard to apply at room temperature). I also really like the cool minty tingle, and the fact that it easily lasts for hours. Best of all, like all Watkins products it contains natural ingredients: beeswax, vitamin E, shea butter and peppermint oil. Its possibly my new go-to lip balm. Thumbs up! -
Schick Quattro For Women Trimstyle Razor & Bikini Trimmer
I am really loving this razor/trimmer. It is a product for my girls who have gone the Brazilian route and decided its not really for them, OR just want to be neat down there, but don't want to spend a fortune on waxing. I LOVE IT!!! I have zero... +
I am really loving this razor/trimmer. It is a product for my girls who have gone the Brazilian route and decided its not really for them, OR just want to be neat down there, but don't want to spend a fortune on waxing.
I LOVE IT!!! I have zero complains. It does exactly what it says its going to do. It trims the hair "down there" quickly and easily. It takes some getting used to, but once you get the hang of it you're good to go. There are 3 settings depending on the closeness of the trim desired. (Words of wisdom: Don't attempt to do the closest trim on your first try, because if you're like me, you will press too hard and give yourself stubble. Not attractive.) I don't think this is meant to get rid of ALL the hair down there, so if you're looking for something to do that then I think you should look elsewhere. If you're like me and just looking for a tool that will keep it neat, this is for you!!!
Also, it has a razor on the other end so you don't need to have two different products to do the two different jobs. AND its waterproof so you can indeed use it in the shower. It takes a AAA battery, which kind of sucks but I imagine you won't have to replace it that often. Plus its only about 12 bucks. You cannot beat that for hair removal!!!
I am super happy I found this product and recommend it highly!!!
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Clean & Clear Invisible Blemish Treatment
I really like this product. I got it as a bonus on the Clean & Clear Cleanser I bought, so my expectations weren't too high. I don't break out too often but I do tend to get the odd pimple. I always want to try spot treatments but find that... +
I really like this product. I got it as a bonus on the Clean & Clear Cleanser I bought, so my expectations weren't too high. I don't break out too often but I do tend to get the odd pimple. I always want to try spot treatments but find that good old tea tree oil always works the best.
That being said, I have been very happy with this product and have been pleasantly surprised by its effectiveness. It dried out my pimples in 2-3 days flat. You can put it on up to 3 times I day I believe the bottle says and it didn't dry out the rest of my skin. Also, it didn't give me any problems applying my make-up over top.
Overall I am very happy with this product and would recommend it for someone with occasional breakouts.
(I should also note that I think you should take reviews on spot treatments with a grain of salt. Spot treatments never work actual miracles; let's face it, when you have a pimple you want it gone IMMEDIATELY. No spot treatment will ever ever be able to do this, so we should rate and read reviews accordingly. Just my opinion...)
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Herbal Essences Tousle Me Softly Shampoo and Conditioner
I bought this product on a whim -- I felt like trying something new, and it was super cheap. I also have the mousse from the same line so I wondered if they would compliment each other. I really do like this conditioner. I am usually pretty loyal... +
I bought this product on a whim -- I felt like trying something new, and it was super cheap. I also have the mousse from the same line so I wondered if they would compliment each other.
I really do like this conditioner. I am usually pretty loyal to my conditioner brand (TRESemme) but I am liking this one a lot. I have super wavy/loosely curly hair so I thought that this line would be ideal for my hair type. I find that it moisturizes well and smells really nice (flowery, which I don't normally like but as mamaluv mentioned the smell isn't strong and it doesn't linger).
I can't really say if the mousse works better for having used the conditioner, but I think that that sort of thing is really just so they can get you to buy more of their products.
Overall a thumbs up.
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Burt's Bees Herbal Blemish Stick
I have to disagree with the other reviewers. I don't find that this product works any miracles. While it is difficult to zap pimples as fast as anyone would like, I have found other products that work better than this one. The problem is that... +
I have to disagree with the other reviewers. I don't find that this product works any miracles. While it is difficult to zap pimples as fast as anyone would like, I have found other products that work better than this one. The problem is that there are other ingredients in this, not just tea tree oil which is the active acne fighting ingredient. If you want something that will dry out your pimples super fast, buy actual tea tree oil instead of something like this that has other additives.
I believe you're paying more here for the roller ball design, and the convenience of a portable little tube. I have a bottle of Desert Essence Tea Tree Oil and it works amazingly well. It smells strong (which is how tea tree oil smells) but it dries out your pimples super fast AND its versatile. It can be used for a range of other purposes -- do a little research on it, I guarantee you'll be impressed.
I normally love Burt's Bees products but I would pass on this one. Get true tea tree oil and not only will your money go farther, but you'll get a more effective product.
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Joe Fresh Lipstain
I wanted to love this. I really did. I have been meaning to try a lip stain in marker form for a while now, and was reluctant to try Cover Girls Outlast Lipstain because of all the mixed reviews on Chickadvisor. I chose Joe Fresh because in classic... +
I wanted to love this. I really did. I have been meaning to try a lip stain in marker form for a while now, and was reluctant to try Cover Girls Outlast Lipstain because of all the mixed reviews on Chickadvisor.
I chose Joe Fresh because in classic Joe Fresh style, its super cheap: only 4 bucks. However that's pretty much where my positive observations of this product end. It doesn't apply easily OR evenly, it doesn't have a dark/bright colour payoff, and it doesn't last for as long as I would expect something called a stain to last! It also smells kinda funny which just adds to the reasons I do not love it.
Not to mention, you know when you were a kid and you accidentally didn't close the lid of your magic marker properly (or lets be honest, close it at all) and the colour dried up and you desperately tried to get it to work again but it never did. Well this lip stain was like that from the moment I opened the package.
Not. Impressed. Sorry Joe Fresh, I LOVE you but please stick to clothes. Thank you.
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Quo Pleasant Surprise Lip Gloss
Every now and then I treat myself to something completely frivolous which I do not need in the slightest. Anyone whose seen my purse (or make up bag, or desk, or bathroom counter....) knows that the LAST thing I need is more lip products. However... +
Every now and then I treat myself to something completely frivolous which I do not need in the slightest. Anyone whose seen my purse (or make up bag, or desk, or bathroom counter....) knows that the LAST thing I need is more lip products.
However this one caught my eye in the store. I don't usually get sucked in based solely on packaging but my giraffe obsession won over this time. I mean look at this tube, its giraffe print!! How chic would it be, pulling that tube of gloss out of your purse? (The gift card I had for Shoppers didn't hurt either...)
Anyways, aside from being ridiculously adorable, it was called Pleasant Surprise. I was intrigued. So I read the back of the pretty little tube. Apparently it goes on clear and turns the perfect shade of summer pink. I was hooked. I put a little on the back of my hand and it turned a beautiful sheer pink. On my lips it turns a much brighter pink (that I was slightly self conscious about at first, I'm not gonna lie) but I got tons of compliments on the pretty shade. I've been excitedly applying tiny beads of it to the back of all my friends hands so they can experience the "pleasant surprise" for themselves. Needless to say, I'm in love.
It smells subtly sweet (like vanilla?) but only while you're applying it. The gloss is smooth and not sticky AND probably my favourite part: the pink shade sticks around long after the gloss is gone, and it looks like perfectly applied lip stain! Amazing! Its practically two products in one!
My only qualm with it is that I don't love the way it comes out of the tube. I don't really know how to explain this part but its the kind of tube you would get say a spot treatment or eye cream out of. It doesn't have a slanted applicator tip or anything like that, its just a small tube with a pin prick of a hole. (I know I am not explaining it properly but check out the pic I added) This makes it SLIGHTLY inconvenient to apply, but its so fabulous in every other aspect that I am willing to overlook this part.
Definitely check it out, and hurry because I think its part of their summer collection so it won't be around forever. Have fun!!
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Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 15
For a long time Olay Complete Lotion has been my go-to facial moisturizer. I have loved it for years and never looked back. However in the transition between seasons (here in Canada) my skin becomes temperamental: its rough and super dry in some... +
For a long time Olay Complete Lotion has been my go-to facial moisturizer. I have loved it for years and never looked back. However in the transition between seasons (here in Canada) my skin becomes temperamental: its rough and super dry in some patches while oily and breakout prone in others. I decided to go back to basics and use the Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion that my mom has recommended for years. This lotion is amazing and turned my skin right aroundm; but it is SUPER heavy so I could only use it at night. I went looking for a product that would deliver the same glowing skin results but that I could use everyday.
That is when I found this lotion, Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 15 (I will NOT consider anything without sunscreen in it!) I have been using this product for several months now and I can safely say that my skin has never looked better. I feel a little guilty for cheating on my Olay like this, but for some reason I feel that Cetaphil is the better choice (after all, it is mom AND dermatologist recommended!)
According to Cetaphils website, "This skin moisturizer is lightweight, fragrance-free and suitable for use under makeup or after shaving". I agree 100%. It is super mild, does not present any problems with applying make-up over top, and it doesn't irritate my skin in the slightest.
My one tiny complaint is that if you get it in your eyes it stings (likely due to the sunscreen) which my Olay never did. However this is more a result of me being a dummy than anything else, so you really can't hold it against the lotion.
Overall it is an excellent product and I am definitely going to repurchase it when the bottle runs out (which is taking a long time I might add. I have been using it everyday for at least 3 months and its not even half empty yet). It is a little bit more expensive than say Olay but you can always find sales, and look on the Cetaphil website or save.ca for coupons (which is what I did).
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Aveeno® Daily Moisturizing Lotion
I am a lotion girl. Really. Meaning, if I had to pick ONLY ONE beauty product that I could NEVER live without (including makeup) it would be lotion. That being said, I have tried a lot of them. This one has got to be one of my favourites, alone... +
I am a lotion girl. Really. Meaning, if I had to pick ONLY ONE beauty product that I could NEVER live without (including makeup) it would be lotion. That being said, I have tried a lot of them.
This one has got to be one of my favourites, alone with Herbiacin Kamille Glycerine Hand Creme for Hands, Olay Complete Lotion for face and Vaseline Sheer Infusion for body.
I have never come across a lotion that is so deeply nourishing, but that soaks in SO quickly AND doesn't leave a heavy sticky feeling on your skin. What more can you say? Its perfect!
And it doesn't have a heavy scent so I cannot think of one reason that anyone wouldn't like it. The price is a teensy bit steep but the bottle is pretty big and given that a little product really does its job, it is going to last for a reeeeeeally long time. (The cheapest I have found it is at Wal-Mart FYI).
Big big BIG thumbs up to this product. I think I have just been converted to an Aveeno girl for life.
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Pantene Pro V Curl Enhancing Spray Gel
This is a great product! I have no idea why I ever stopped using spray gels. They work VERY WELL!!! I like them as opposed to curl creams because those require that you run your hands through your hair, which as any curly girl knows, is not ideal... +
This is a great product! I have no idea why I ever stopped using spray gels. They work VERY WELL!!! I like them as opposed to curl creams because those require that you run your hands through your hair, which as any curly girl knows, is not ideal. Spraying products onto your hair works much better because it helps to maintain your natural curl, without destroying it by running your fingers through it. Best of all, it holds like a gel, but because its sprayed on, it defines your curls without getting crunchy or hard. (Be careful though, if you apply too much it WILL get hard).
This products does all of the above. I have gotten numerous compliments on my hair on the days that I have used this product compared to days that I do not. I really love it, and will definitely be repurchasing it when my bottle is done.
Note: I recieved this product as part of my gift basket from Pantene and Chickadvisor for entering the First Reality Hair Star Contest. Although I recieved it for free, I would most certainly pay for this product in the future.
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