Elphiria
Member Since: March 10, 2021Reviews
Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief Facial Treatment
I first tried this product 4 years ago as a free 15ml mini, which was given to me by Clinique after buying their foundation. I have been buying both full and mini sizes of this product or similar ones ever since. Before I start, I feel the need to... +
I first tried this product 4 years ago as a free 15ml mini, which was given to me by Clinique after buying their foundation. I have been buying both full and mini sizes of this product or similar ones ever since.
Before I start, I feel the need to praise the company itself for how generous their samples are. Other companies rarely provide any at all and even when they do it's usually 1-2ml which doesn't really give you a chance to fully test and see what their products are capable of.
First I was very sceptical about trying it because it's like a gel and in my eyes gel is associated with greasiness and slimy residue which is a huge no for my damaged oily/combination skin. I believed it would only add to my problem but what the heck, it was free and I was going to be home so nothing to lose.
Some context, I am 37 and I work really long hours as a chef. I have put my skin though A LOT. Heat, steam, smoke, chemicals, fatigue, you name it. And I hadn't realized how much I needed a product like this to come into my life.
When I went home I tried it and to my surprise, when it touched my face it was almost as if it wasn't a gel anymore. Like it transformed into a silky water-like substance which was immediately absorbed by my skin, leaving nothing behind but a very pleasant and hydrated feeling. No residues, no stickiness, just pure hydration.
I kept looking at my face in the mirror for the rest of the day, trying to accept what was going on. And that feeling lasted until I re-applied before going to bed.
Naturally I immediately fell in love and got the full size product the morning after, the biggest one I could find, and shared with my daughter, who then in turn got some for her self.
We have both been using it ever since (been 4 years now).
My skin started improving from just the first week and only just a couple months later I started feeling confident about myself again. I don't think we can ever replace it unless it's an improved or similar version of this already perfected product. I would feel lost if it was ever discontinued.
The product is very light and provides instant hydration. It and can be used both as a primer under your foundation or on its own on. I use it on my face and neck and even on my knuckles sometimes which I know is a bit unorthodox but what can I say it truly helps.
This refreshing feeling doesn't go away, not even after you've washed your face! It is just incredible.
Price-wise it is CHEAP. I would honestly pay more if they asked me to. For what it does? With my eyes closed.
I can't recommend it enough and if you haven't tried it already please do. It's a life changer. Thank you Clinique.
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Rimmel London 25 Hour Finish Foundation
I am usually not very fond of foundation in general. Before I became a chef I would wear little to none. Sadly, because of my job, my skin has gone through a lot the past few years and I don't feel comfortable without using foundation anymore. I... +
I am usually not very fond of foundation in general. Before I became a chef I would wear little to none.
Sadly, because of my job, my skin has gone through a lot the past few years and I don't feel comfortable without using foundation anymore.
I was looking for something that provides full long lasting coverage on hot temperatures so that I could also wear it at work, and so far I've only had luck with this specific product.
I can't say I sweat a lot and my skin isn't that oily, but somehow any other product would "melt" off within minutes, even if caked with powder or other products on top.
It does need refreshing with some powder every few hours and noticed a bit weakness on the nose area but that's to be expected.
What I love about this foundation is that, apart from being a foundation base, it also has ingredients beneficial to my skin.
It completely hides imperfections and pores but it's easy to remove and doesn't stick or feel tacky. And my skin feels like I have been wearing a hydrating cream more than a foundation.
Also, the price on this line is amazing, it can be found in all major stores and combined with the rimmel stay matte powder (i use the 001 transparent shade) it's all you need to stay pretty throughout the day.
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Monster energy drink pipeline
I have been drinking atleast 1 can of Monster pipeline punch every day for the past 2 years and I don't think I'll ever stop, unless the product gets discontinued or the world ends somehow. I drink this along with other juiced monster energy drinks... +
I have been drinking atleast 1 can of Monster pipeline punch every day for the past 2 years and I don't think I'll ever stop, unless the product gets discontinued or the world ends somehow. I drink this along with other juiced monster energy drinks and coffee.
It's a very refreshing and tasty product and gives me the boost I need to get through my day.
I am a chef that works in a very hot and very fast paced environment which takes a serious toll. I am also an avid gamer. This is more or less my life, I cook and play videogames.
Having a couple monster cans beside me at all times gives me confidence that I'll stay hydrated and energised.
I love it chilled but it can also be easily consumed in room temperature.
A bit on the sweet side and tastes like multi fruit juice. The carbonated tingly feeling is there but it's not overwhelming which makes this super easy to drink fast.
Surprisingly, it doesn't go flat for quite a while; so if you're not a fast drinker you can just pop it in the fridge or even leave it on the sideband drink it later. It will still taste great.
Pipeline punch is also a great mixer for cocktails. I do advise restraint however, as like I said earlier the drink is sweet and so easy to consume that it's very easy and likely to lose count on consumed units.
Lastly, price vs quality vs variety of flavours is amazing. There is a monster drink out there for everyone and can be literally found everywhere. Other brands charge more for less. I would pay more if they asked me to.
The packaging can be recycled.
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Vaseline Intensive Care Dry Skin Repair Lotion
I don't think I have enough words to properly describe how amazing this product is. Been constantly using it for nearly a decade, changing between this and vaseline aloe soothe (green coloured version of this product). There are many versions of... +
I don't think I have enough words to properly describe how amazing this product is.
Been constantly using it for nearly a decade, changing between this and vaseline aloe soothe (green coloured version of this product). There are many versions of this product which include an unscented rich lotion.
First, I want to highlight how important it is to me that a product does what it promises, and Vaseline never disappointed me in the slightest.
It states on the bottle that it keeps dry skin healed without feeling greasy and it delivers exactly that 1000%.
About me, I am a chef and have to wash my hands constantly and also shower every day. I also use countless chemicals and detergents to clean my station. So throughout the years it has become a massive habbit in my daily life. This resulted to my hands and body becoming very dry, flaky, itchy and red.
I've tried so many products to alleviate these symptoms but they all just felt like coating my skin with thick gunk that wasn't really doing anything and I was desperate for something helpful. Then I found this completely by accident.
When I finally went home and tried vaseline for the first time, it was like my skin just sucked it all in instantly and it felt godlike, almost like watering a really dry plant after a hot day. It's incredible how thirsty my skin was and this lotion made the discomfort go away in just a few seconds. After it was fully absorbed my skin was so smooth and non greasy, I couldn't believe it. Of course it didn't perform any miracles and had to apply for a few days to see a more permanent result, but it got me there.
The thing that still amazes me to this day is that it doesn't go greasy when you wash your skin or if you sweat, even if you only just applied it a few seconds ago. With 95% of the products out there you can feel the slime when you wash. You can tell there was lotion there. With vaseline it's almost like it was never there or like it became one with your skin. Also if you accidentally get it on your hair or clothes it doesn't leave grease or stain, you just need to wipe it off.
Finally, I can't praise this company enough for their affordable prices. With such good products they could have been charging ridiculous prices, and yet they made it affordable for everyone. I buy this in supermarkets for the price of a bread loaf. To me that means the world.
That said, I will never stop using or recommending this product. It changed my life and made a lot of people around me happy.
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Dove Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar
Great soap and leaves skin smooth and feeling clean. Freshness lasts for hours. I use it several times throughout the day and also while showering and never had issues with dryness or itch. My only complaint is that it doesn't foam much unless the... +
Great soap and leaves skin smooth and feeling clean. Freshness lasts for hours. I use it several times throughout the day and also while showering and never had issues with dryness or itch. My only complaint is that it doesn't foam much unless the water is super hot. -
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