Dividedhonesty
Member Since: October 23, 2014Reviews
MALIN+GOETZ Mojito Lip Balm
The first time I tried this product, I wasn't really sure what to make of it, as the texture of this balm is quite unique. It is a fatty gel-like consistency , but a gel with a higher viscosity. I have come to appreciate the texture and consistency... +
The first time I tried this product, I wasn't really sure what to make of it, as the texture of this balm is quite unique. It is a fatty gel-like consistency , but a gel with a higher viscosity. I have come to appreciate the texture and consistency of this balm, as it does appear to give a gloss-like finish on the lips; however, it's more emollient and has a longer staying power than a gloss as well. It absorbed pretty quickly on the lips, so that also reduces keeps the product transfer to a minimum. I find that with this balm, I am not constantly reapplying all days, which is nice because I go through a lot less product as well as a resulting!
I appreciate that it doesn't have a flavour and while this balm is supposedly fragranced with Malin + Goetz signature fragrance, I didn't really get that. I didn't detect much fragrance, but that's fine with me because no one likes to taste fragrance in their lip products.
Overall, I would repurchase this! I generally stick to more cost effective drugstore lip balms, but given that this balm doesn't require me reapplying 2 times in an hour, in the end, this may be the more cost effective balm!
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Drunk Elephant Kamili Cream Body Cleanser
This body cleanser is suitable for all skin types, and contains ingredients meant to soothe, keep the skin moisturized, and effectively clean without stripping the body's natural oils. The scent is really almond-y and reminds me of the Chinese... +
This body cleanser is suitable for all skin types, and contains ingredients meant to soothe, keep the skin moisturized, and effectively clean without stripping the body's natural oils. The scent is really almond-y and reminds me of the Chinese almond jelly dessert!
But past that, it really functioned like any other body wash/shower gel, so I'm not really sure if it's worth the splurge. I love their shampoo and conditioner, but for body cleanser, I think you can stick to something more cost effective and spend that money on their skincare instead!
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Tata Harper Rejuvenating serum
I'm always on the hunt for great products to keep my skin hydrated because combo skin that errs on the side of dry living in a dry climate in the middle of winter = needing all the hydration, I can get. The rejuvenating serum feels lightweight cool... +
I'm always on the hunt for great products to keep my skin hydrated because combo skin that errs on the side of dry living in a dry climate in the middle of winter = needing all the hydration, I can get. The rejuvenating serum feels lightweight cool when applied to the skin. It is meant for dry and combination skin. It targets fine lines, wrinkles, and firmness in the skin. I'm still a bit on the side of preventative maintenance, but you can never been too early. Again, this product does smell quick herby and earthy, so it may not be to everyone's taste. However, I will say after application, the scent doesn't linger much at all! -
Tata Harper Illuminating Moisturizer
I was initially worried the illuminating moisturizer would give me an over the top glow, but thankfully, it was quite natural. I feel like this moisturizer would work best for those with drier skin, as the the consistency is a runny liquid and... +
I was initially worried the illuminating moisturizer would give me an over the top glow, but thankfully, it was quite natural. I feel like this moisturizer would work best for those with drier skin, as the the consistency is a runny liquid and slightly on the oilier side. I love that Tata Harper is a clean brand, 100% natural and that they do not use synthetics. Their products are also unfragranced, so they do smell rather herbal and hemp-y, which may not be for everyone. -
By Terry Brightening CC Cream
This brightening serum is the perfect multi-purpose product for amazing, natural glowy skin! This serum has a rather runny consistency, which makes for blending ultra easy. There isn't a ton of pigment to this serum, so it just leaves your skin with... +
This brightening serum is the perfect multi-purpose product for amazing, natural glowy skin! This serum has a rather runny consistency, which makes for blending ultra easy. There isn't a ton of pigment to this serum, so it just leaves your skin with a brightened glow! You can either use this serum to prime, as a spot brightener, mix with foundation, etc. I chose to use this to prep my skin before moisturizer and moving onto my look of the day. This left my skin looking brightened with such an amazing glow! The one main drawback to this serum is that is it heavily fragranced. If you know what By Terry's signature scent is like, then you know what this serum will smell like, all the almost over the top roses. Thankfully, the fragrance mostly dissipates after application, but it is strong when you are patting it down on your face! I'll close with this, this product is definitely best for the normal, oily, and combination skin types as this product did feel like it had the potential to be more of a matte finish. For drier skin types, I would definitely not skip on the moisturizer if using this product! -
Tatcha The Water Cream
This water cream is an oil-free moisturizer meant to minimize the size of pores. While I enjoyed how hydrated this moisturizer made my skin feel, I can't say that I really noticed the size of my pores minimized much due to use of this product. This... +
This water cream is an oil-free moisturizer meant to minimize the size of pores. While I enjoyed how hydrated this moisturizer made my skin feel, I can't say that I really noticed the size of my pores minimized much due to use of this product. This moisturizer kept my skin looking naturally dewy and hydrated throughout the day and felt lightweight. A lot of creams that keep my skin moisturized throughout the day have a tendency to feel heavy and tacky, but this moisturized is not either of those. My skin feels nourished without any sticky residue left behind. And honestly, didn't use a ton of product each application, so a jar would last a reasonable amount of time! This moisturizer is fragranced, but honestly, if I hadn't read through the ingredient list, I wouldn't have known because I didn't smell much of the fragrance. There likely wasn't more than a linger at application. -
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream
This cream is super thick and rich and perfect for ultra dry skin! I live in an ultra dry skin and my skin is prone to dryness year round but especially the winter. This moisturizer is perfect for those with eczema and sensitive skin prone to... +
This cream is super thick and rich and perfect for ultra dry skin! I live in an ultra dry skin and my skin is prone to dryness year round but especially the winter. This moisturizer is perfect for those with eczema and sensitive skin prone to irritatio , as this cream contains colloidal oatmeal which helps sooth the skin. It is fragrance free, which is perfect, as fragrance is often a trigger for my eczema. -
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter
I have had this kicking around my stash for some time, but hadn't gotten around to trying it out, as I wasn't sure how to work it into my routine and I recalled hearing from a friend how this made her look like a disco ball. The Hollywood flawless... +
I have had this kicking around my stash for some time, but hadn't gotten around to trying it out, as I wasn't sure how to work it into my routine and I recalled hearing from a friend how this made her look like a disco ball. The Hollywood flawless filter is meant to be used more like a layer before foundation kind of like a primer! I have used it like a primer and as a standalone product as well because I'm working from home and no one sees me, so why not experiment? This definitely made my face look pretty fabulous looking.. like I had applied filters and autotuned my face. It gave it an amazing natural glow; however, I would definitely caution against using this as a standalone on your forehead. While it looked lovely on my cheeks, it definitely added shine in places I did not want on my forehead. On the forehead, definitely use this more like a primer 😊 The filter isn't super heavy. It feels super lightweight on the skin like it was second layer of skin. The consistency is a runny liquid and can be applied either with your fingers or brush. You don't need a ton of product because a small dot goes a long way. I will preface that I purposely purchased this product in a shade or 2 lighter than my regular shade in Charlotte Tilbury's magic foundation, and I thought it was perfect! -
Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Shadow
I love the Laura Mercier caviar sticks! They are super creamy and glide across the eye lid smoothly without a while lot of force. I love using these because they make eye makeup a breeze in the morning.The shadows don't set quickly, so they are easy... +
I love the Laura Mercier caviar sticks! They are super creamy and glide across the eye lid smoothly without a while lot of force. I love using these because they make eye makeup a breeze in the morning.The shadows don't set quickly, so they are easy to blend and multiple sticks can be used to create a look. These sticks can also be paired with other shadows to finish looks! They are perfect for travel and carrying in your purse on the go, as they are just twist up pencil, so no need to bring extra tools, such as eye brushes or sharpeners. -
INC.REDIBLE Roller Baby Lip Gloss
It's possible that the rollerball I purchased was faulty because mine is so difficult to use. I have used many rollerball type products in my early teens days, and application should be easy. But the rollerball has a hard time rotating and barely... +
It's possible that the rollerball I purchased was faulty because mine is so difficult to use. I have used many rollerball type products in my early teens days, and application should be easy. But the rollerball has a hard time rotating and barely any product is released. The only way to retrieve any product is to completely remove the rollerball top! The formula of this gloss is quite sticky and tacky. It applies clear and for the most part, I couldn't detect any fragrance. It is infused with coconut oil, and is quite moisturizing if you can get the product out. -
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