elderflowermouse
Member Since: November 8, 2016Reviews
Blue Menu Sparkling Water
I love the PC Blue Menu sparkling water. The flavours are subtle, but delicious, and you can get the fizz without all the sugar. The household favourites are definitely the Blueberry Pomegranate, and the Grapefruit flavours. The Lemon and Lime... +
I love the PC Blue Menu sparkling water. The flavours are subtle, but delicious, and you can get the fizz without all the sugar.
The household favourites are definitely the Blueberry Pomegranate, and the Grapefruit flavours. The Lemon and Lime flavours are sharp and refreshing. I think our least favourite is the Mandarin Orange, but it's still tasty.
We buy at least two cases every grocery shop!
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Danone Activia Yogurt
My husband and I both love Activia yogurt - the pots are the perfect portion size, and the flavours are great. My husband consistently chooses the "red fruits" 12-pack, and I typically choose the "dark fruits" 12 pack (blackcurrant for the win!). We... +
My husband and I both love Activia yogurt - the pots are the perfect portion size, and the flavours are great.
My husband consistently chooses the "red fruits" 12-pack, and I typically choose the "dark fruits" 12 pack (blackcurrant for the win!).
We even bought it for hotel breakfasts when we visited England! I think as long as they keep making it, Activia will be our choice. Other yogurts just aren't as nice.
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Pc brand Blue Menu Sparkling Water
My husband and I buy this every time we go grocery shopping. He gets the Blueberry Pomegranate, and I get the Grapefruit, but we've tried them all. All of the flavours are subtle, and since there is nothing more to this than carbonated water and... +
My husband and I buy this every time we go grocery shopping. He gets the Blueberry Pomegranate, and I get the Grapefruit, but we've tried them all.
All of the flavours are subtle, and since there is nothing more to this than carbonated water and natural flavour, it's a pretty solid alternative to pop.
This has no sugar or alternative sweeteners at all.
The 12 packs are pretty much always on sale at Superstore - anywhere from $2 to $4 at most.
The Grapefruit seems to be the most popular flavour, because it's frequently sold out.
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NYX Baked Blush
I have this blush in the shade "Foreplay" I haven't seen them side-by-side, but this looks like a pretty good alternative to NARS Orgasm (if it wasn't obvious from the name ...) Because this is a baked blush, the pigment can be a little bit more... +
I have this blush in the shade "Foreplay"
I haven't seen them side-by-side, but this looks like a pretty good alternative to NARS Orgasm (if it wasn't obvious from the name ...)
Because this is a baked blush, the pigment can be a little bit more difficult to pick up until you wear down the top layer, and even then, it's pretty sheer. It can be built up if you prefer a bolder look.
It is a lovely peachy coral shade with a hint of gold shimmer. It's not sparkly, but it has a shine to it.
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MAC Cosmetics Powder Blush
I have this in the shade Fleur Power, which is a very lovely pink. Used sparingly, it creates a beautiful flush. It can be built up if you prefer a more bold look. It can be easy to pick up a bit too much on the brush, so a quick swipe or a couple... +
I have this in the shade Fleur Power, which is a very lovely pink.
Used sparingly, it creates a beautiful flush. It can be built up if you prefer a more bold look.
It can be easy to pick up a bit too much on the brush, so a quick swipe or a couple of taps picks up enough blush to get you started.
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tarte Cosmetics Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush
I got the shade "paaarty" as a birthday reward from Sephora. I was shocked at how nicely this blush goes on and blends out. The colour is very neutral, so it's a great option if you're not a big fan of pink blushes, or if you just want something... +
I got the shade "paaarty" as a birthday reward from Sephora.
I was shocked at how nicely this blush goes on and blends out. The colour is very neutral, so it's a great option if you're not a big fan of pink blushes, or if you just want something subtle.
I am a drugstore makeup gal, so I do find that the prices on Tarte stuff is a bit high for my tastes, but after trying the blush, I honestly think the pricetag would be worth it (plus, blush lasts a million years - I've had this for 9 months, and I still haven't worn down the pattern!)
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nyx eyebrow gel
I use this in the shade "brunette". I have dark brown hair with cool undertones, and often find that "dark brown" brow products are quite red. This shade is perfect! If you've never used a gel, a little goes a long way - you only need a tiny dab to... +
I use this in the shade "brunette".
I have dark brown hair with cool undertones, and often find that "dark brown" brow products are quite red. This shade is perfect!
If you've never used a gel, a little goes a long way - you only need a tiny dab to do both brows.
It blends nicely, and dries down pretty quickly.
I live in a rainy area, which has always caused problems for powders and mascara type gels, but this stuff does not budge.
It does, however, come off easily at the end of the day with a gentle makeup remover.
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Olay Complete Defense Daily UV Moisturizer SPF 30 for Sensitive Skin
- This moisturizer is effective without leaving you greasy. You don't need a lot, and it absorbs quickly. - The "sunscreen smell" you get with a lot of SPF rated moisturizers is very mild - this is a big win for me. - The pump dispenser doesn't... +
- This moisturizer is effective without leaving you greasy. You don't need a lot, and it absorbs quickly.
- The "sunscreen smell" you get with a lot of SPF rated moisturizers is very mild - this is a big win for me.
- The pump dispenser doesn't quite give enough product in one pump to cover my face and neck (I use 1.5), but is otherwise great - I haven't had any issues with it getting clogged.
- Works well on combination skin - it doesn't add oil to my 't-zone', and my dry cheeks are nicely moisturized.
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Essence eyeliner pen waterproof
I had high hopes for this, since I love Essence's other eyeliners. I wanted a waterproof eyeliner to wear in summer, and this is not it. The pen goes on smoothly, dries quickly and is a lovely solid black. I haven't experienced any stinging in my... +
I had high hopes for this, since I love Essence's other eyeliners.
I wanted a waterproof eyeliner to wear in summer, and this is not it.
The pen goes on smoothly, dries quickly and is a lovely solid black. I haven't experienced any stinging in my eyes that other waterproof liners have given me in the past. Plus, it's super inexpensive.
Maybe I got a bad one, but it is totally not waterproof. If my eyes are watery due to allergies, It wears off quickly, and I find that it transfers on my eyelid worse than the regular eyeliners. I get big grey smudges on my eyelid after a couple of hours.
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Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water All-In-1 Waterproof Make-Up Cleansing Water
This product is intended to act as a makeup remover and a non-drying facial cleanser. It definitely removes my makeup - even the "24 hour no budge lipstick". Running it over a bare face at the end of a long day picks up dirt and oil, so it seems... +
This product is intended to act as a makeup remover and a non-drying facial cleanser.
It definitely removes my makeup - even the "24 hour no budge lipstick". Running it over a bare face at the end of a long day picks up dirt and oil, so it seems like it's a pretty effective facial cleanser as well. It does leave a bit of a residue, but it's little enough that I have no issues forgoing a full face wash and moisturize routine after using it on a lazy night.
I haven't had any breakouts while using this.
The amount you get for the price, and for how easily it removes makeup, makes this 100% worth it to me.
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