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Blistex Fruit Smoothies SPF 15 Lip Balm
I've had few of these kicking around for awhile, only because unlike my other lip products I NEVER USE THESE ONES. I find that for the Blistex brand, this product was a bit of a misstep. The smells and flavours are nice, but they leave a waxy... +
I've had few of these kicking around for awhile, only because unlike my other lip products I NEVER USE THESE ONES. I find that for the Blistex brand, this product was a bit of a misstep. The smells and flavours are nice, but they leave a waxy residue that sits on the lips, as opposed to moisturizing the lips. You might as well use Vaseline for the good that does you. It's better than nothing and doesn't damage, but it's the last thing I would ever reach for. -
Benefit Cosmetics Stay Don't Stray Makeup Primer
I always have a problem with oily eyelids, and I tried this product for awhile but it never kept eyeshadow on my lid as much as it should've for the price. It's better than nothing, but if you have oily lids like me, it won't work as well. On the... +
I always have a problem with oily eyelids, and I tried this product for awhile but it never kept eyeshadow on my lid as much as it should've for the price. It's better than nothing, but if you have oily lids like me, it won't work as well. On the flipside, it's a decent spot concealer so it isn't completely useless to me at this point, but I wouldn't recommend getting it if you have the same issues with eyelids as I do. -
Benefit Cosmetics Fake Up Concealer
I have this and the Benefit Erase Paste and while they both do similar things, they offer very different results. I'm hesitant to give this a higher grade, only because it isn't ONLY an under eye concealer, this is a very valuable... +
I have this and the Benefit Erase Paste and while they both do similar things, they offer very different results. I'm hesitant to give this a higher grade, only because it isn't ONLY an under eye concealer, this is a very valuable under-eye-moisturizer as well. I tend to use Fake Up on days where I don't want to have lots of makeup on my face, on days where I want a more natural or 'fresher' look. It's not for the days when you have huge bags under your eyes. Would be a better score if it was a little less expensive. -
Twinings Lady Grey Tea
I am a huge tea-lover, you name it, I drink it, but despite preferring looseleaf teas, I have a soft-spot in my heart for the Twinings Lady Grey Tea. I find the citrus and and lemon notes work perfectly with the bergamot (also a citrus fruit) to... +
I am a huge tea-lover, you name it, I drink it, but despite preferring looseleaf teas, I have a soft-spot in my heart for the Twinings Lady Grey Tea. I find the citrus and and lemon notes work perfectly with the bergamot (also a citrus fruit) to keep the tea from being too flowery. I prefer this in general to Earl Grey's that only rely on bergamot for flavour. This version adds a different level of intensity and I have literally changed people's minds about Earl Grey by giving them this version -
Benefit Cosmetics Chachatint Lip & Cheek Stain
I've tried Benefit's Posie-tint, Bene-tint and ChaCha-Tint and of the three, this is the best for my complexion (light, but slightly ruddy, brown eyes, brown hair). The Posie didn't even show up on my skin, the Bene just blended in with my... +
I've tried Benefit's Posie-tint, Bene-tint and ChaCha-Tint and of the three, this is the best for my complexion (light, but slightly ruddy, brown eyes, brown hair). The Posie didn't even show up on my skin, the Bene just blended in with my skin-tone, but the orange/coral tones in ChaCha look fantastic and really pop on my cheeks.
This is a great tint that sets rather quickly and can be used a-top powder for a dramatic flush, or under powder for a subtle glow. I was disappointed with the other tints but this one blew me away. The price is a little high, but this bottle will last a long time and a little goes a long way.
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NEUTROGENA® Ultra Gentle Daily Foaming Cleanser
I have a hard time finding gentle cleansers to commit to, but Neutrogena offers a few in their cleansing line that make it a little easier. This product goes on gentle, as promised, but I wonder if it does as much as some of the pricier cleanser. I... +
I have a hard time finding gentle cleansers to commit to, but Neutrogena offers a few in their cleansing line that make it a little easier. This product goes on gentle, as promised, but I wonder if it does as much as some of the pricier cleanser. I don't feel that my skin is as fresh after washing it, but at least it's not irritated, red, itchy or dry. A good drug-store option if you need something cheaper, but there are better products out there. That being said,it's probably one of the better ones for the price. -
Benefit Cosmetics Foamingly Clean Facial Wash
I was a skeptic at first with this Benefit face wash, but it's a fantastic product where a LITTLE goes a very long way. It's a gentle foaming cleanser that doesn't dry out my skin, leaving my face (and I have sensitive skin) still soft and supple... +
I was a skeptic at first with this Benefit face wash, but it's a fantastic product where a LITTLE goes a very long way.
It's a gentle foaming cleanser that doesn't dry out my skin, leaving my face (and I have sensitive skin) still soft and supple after a wash. It smells lovely and not too strong, and really helps brighten up my skin in winter. It's pricey, but I think it's worth every penny compared to really abrasive cleansers at half the cost.
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NEUTROGENA® All-in-One Make-Up Removing Cleansing Wipes
I'm a huge fan of these cleansing wipes, and I've tried a few different brands to boot. The Neutrogena ones are head over tails better than the competitors, but they do cost quite a bit more. The wipes have a smell that is a cross between a light... +
I'm a huge fan of these cleansing wipes, and I've tried a few different brands to boot. The Neutrogena ones are head over tails better than the competitors, but they do cost quite a bit more.
The wipes have a smell that is a cross between a light floral/baby powder scent, and leaves your skin very soft, supple and moisturized after you use them. I usually first use a cotton ball and eyemakeup remover to remove any eyeshadow, eyeliner and mascara, and then one of these wipes to do the rest.
I try not to use them every day, but every few days to extend the effects and to keep my costs down. But all in all, it's worth having a few in the cupboard for those days where you're just too tired to use a cleanser and a moisturizer and just want to hop in to bed, your skin will thank you!
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Planet Spa Arizona Hot Sands Paraffin
I'm one of those people who finds that their skin is always crying out for more moisture, and after every shower I'm lathering myself in rich body creams to make sure my skin stays as lush as possible, something that gets harder as winter creeps... +
I'm one of those people who finds that their skin is always crying out for more moisture, and after every shower I'm lathering myself in rich body creams to make sure my skin stays as lush as possible, something that gets harder as winter creeps closer.
I'm not a fan of highly scented products, or creams that leave a greasy, oily residue, and luckily the Planet Spa line (from Avon) does neither of that. The Arizona Hot Sands formula has a mild, earthy smell, and the product goes on well and dries to a silky finish. I use it on my legs, especially post-shave, my feet, my arms and my hands and I can feel the benefits for hours.
I'm not sure if they've changed these products or if they still sell them, but if you can find one, grab it! It's a superior body cream to many of the overly scented and greasy ones sold at Body Shop or Bath and Body Works.
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KMS California Free Shape Quick Blow Dry
I received a 30ml sample of this product a few months ago and it's replaced all my other detanglers during my blow-dry process. If you have long, thick hair, this is definitely something you need in your arsenal. The KMS product goes on nicely and... +
I received a 30ml sample of this product a few months ago and it's replaced all my other detanglers during my blow-dry process. If you have long, thick hair, this is definitely something you need in your arsenal.
The KMS product goes on nicely and doesn't need a whole bunch of sprays, I'd recommend doing a fine-tooth comb brush after one or two spritzes. The smell isn't my favourite but it's not overwhelming and evaporates pretty quickly. I'm not sure about the claim that it saves 50% of your hair drying time, but I definitely notice that when I ran out of my product and moved back to my Pantene Aqua Light detangler, that my hairdrying time increased.
It's usually found under 20$ but this thing would be worth even slightly more. If your hair-drying process takes longer than your shower time, this product can definitely help you cut it back down.
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