getupkid144
Member Since: June 6, 2016Reviews
Dial For Men Recharge 3-in-1 Revitalizing Body Wash
I received this product for free as part of the XY Stuff Club. I was very surprised and impressed with the Dial 3-in-1 Wash; it was a welcome change from my usual Old Spice, while still being at the same price point. It was effective at cleaning... +
I received this product for free as part of the XY Stuff Club. I was very surprised and impressed with the Dial 3-in-1 Wash; it was a welcome change from my usual Old Spice, while still being at the same price point. It was effective at cleaning, but did leave my skin a little dry - this isn't all too different from the average drugstore body wash. The bottle was huge, given the price, and I find it to be a good value, again on par with other drugstore brands. The scent is where this body wash really stood out - it's a fresh, masculine scent that really makes you feel and smell clean. I would definitely re-purchase this for the scent alone (really, the most important factor). -
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Sunscreen SPF 50
I was very excited to try this sunscreen, with summer approaching. I have a really hard time finding facial sunscreen that will allow me to wear makeup over top of it. Neutrogena knocked it out of the park with this one! It puts all other sunscreen... +
I was very excited to try this sunscreen, with summer approaching. I have a really hard time finding facial sunscreen that will allow me to wear makeup over top of it. Neutrogena knocked it out of the park with this one! It puts all other sunscreen brands' facial products to shame. As someone who is very pale, I didn't find that this left any "white" streaks behind on my face, which is likely attributable to the fact that this has a gel texture and is actually tinted blue. I applied it as I would a facial moisturizer, and the gel texture meant that a little went a long way. Further, it dried very quickly (and akin to a gel moisturizer) and didn't make my skin into a greasy mess like every single other sunscreen on the market. It dried fairly quickly and to a matte-like finish, so I was able to apply my make-up over it, giving me the best of both worlds - high SPF coverage and a made-up look. I absolutely loved this and will be picking up another once I run through it!
I #gotitfree through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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NEUTROGENA® Hydro Boost Gel Cream
I absolutely love this face cream! I find it comparable to gel moisturizers from more expensive, boutique brands in terms of quality, texture, and effectiveness. It's also light enough that I can put it on in the morning as I get ready, as a daytime... +
I absolutely love this face cream! I find it comparable to gel moisturizers from more expensive, boutique brands in terms of quality, texture, and effectiveness. It's also light enough that I can put it on in the morning as I get ready, as a daytime moisturizer, or underneath makeup as a very smooth moisturizer/primer duo. It's also a very refreshing cream to put on when the weather gets warm, as gel moisturizers seem to have a cooling effect on the face - because of this, it also doesn't feel heavy or greasy, and I don't get scared about breaking out when I use it. The only thing I would change about it is the scent, which is a bit too powerful and reminds me of cheap soap used in public bathrooms.
I #gotitfree through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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NEUTROGENA® All-in-One Make-Up Removing Cleansing Wipes
Having used these wipes on a number of occasions before, I was quite familiar with them when I received them as part of the Neutrogena ChickAdvisor PRC campaign. They have a pleasant scent and are very moist when first opened. I find the wipes to be... +
Having used these wipes on a number of occasions before, I was quite familiar with them when I received them as part of the Neutrogena ChickAdvisor PRC campaign. They have a pleasant scent and are very moist when first opened. I find the wipes to be moderately effective at removing basic makeup, but I always have to scrub at my eyes to remove any mascara or eyeliner, which then results in redness and irritation. Typically when I use any sort of wipe, I necessarily have to follow-up with cleanser. Also, these wipes tend to dry out quite quickly after you've opened the package - you have to make sure to use them fairly fast!
I #gotitfree through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30
I previously used a different line of Aveeno facial sunscreens some time ago, but switched over to Neutrogena and Ombrelle more recently. Having returned to this re-vamped version of Aveeno sunscreen, I realized that I've been missing out! In... +
I previously used a different line of Aveeno facial sunscreens some time ago, but switched over to Neutrogena and Ombrelle more recently. Having returned to this re-vamped version of Aveeno sunscreen, I realized that I've been missing out!
In summer months, I tend to wear either sunscreen or foundation/makeup, but never both, as I can't seem to make the two work with one another. The Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer is the best of both worlds - it combines my daily moisturizer stage of the makeup application routine with sun protection, allowing me to both protect and take care of my skin, while looking good. I'm always wary of moisturizers with SPF, as they often end up being greasy and leaving behind the typical white, sunscreen residue. This moisturizer excelled at not making my face an oily-greasy mess, and as serving as a great base for my foundation. More than that, the SPF protection is at a 30, rather than a paltry 15 (or lower) that many two-in-ones boast. Once summer weather (finally) arrives and the sun is out more, I'll definitely be wearing this for all my daytime events.
I #gotitfree through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Aveeno Ultra-Calming Hydrating Gel Cleanser
I absolutely loved this cleanser! I've used some gel-like cleansers in the past, in addition to oil cleansers, foaming cleansers - you name it - but have never been too impressed. The Aveeno Ultra-Calming Gel Cleanser blew them all out of the park... +
I absolutely loved this cleanser! I've used some gel-like cleansers in the past, in addition to oil cleansers, foaming cleansers - you name it - but have never been too impressed. The Aveeno Ultra-Calming Gel Cleanser blew them all out of the park. I've never had a feeling of "WOW" after using a product before. Not only was the cleanser gentle on my skin, with little to no noticeable fragrance, but it left my face feeling smooth and hydrated in a way that I've never experienced after washing my face. The cleanser was highly effective at removing my day's makeup, including eye makeup, without any rubbing/tugging/redness, and I just can't go on enough about how supple my face felt afterwards. The gel-like consistency also felt very luxurious and smooth during application, making the experience of washing my face at the end of the day more enjoyable and spa-like.
A little dab of the product went a long way for cleansing my face and its price point is about average for a drugstore brand face wash - I would absolutely restock on this product after it's finished.
I #gotitfree through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
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Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Gentle Milk Cleanser
I first picked up this product because I had read that it was a possible dupe for the Fresh Soy Face Cleanser, which I had tried through a sample from Sephora. I was delighted to find that this Yes To Cucumbers Cleanser is quite similar to the Fresh... +
I first picked up this product because I had read that it was a possible dupe for the Fresh Soy Face Cleanser, which I had tried through a sample from Sephora. I was delighted to find that this Yes To Cucumbers Cleanser is quite similar to the Fresh cleanser, in terms of composition, appearance, and scent. The cleanser has a lovely, fresh scent that smells like cucumber/aloe and is a milky-light gel consistency. It's to be applied to a dry face and then washed off with warm water. I find that it does an excellent job of removing my makeup at the end of the day, and am so excited to have found such a premium-feel product at an attractive price point! -
Nude by Nature Mineral Brush 11
While I absolutely loved how soft the brush bristles were and the perfect size of the handle (and its convenience for travel!), the awful, paint-like chemical smell of this brush absolutely put me off. Every time I use it to apply my powder... +
While I absolutely loved how soft the brush bristles were and the perfect size of the handle (and its convenience for travel!), the awful, paint-like chemical smell of this brush absolutely put me off. Every time I use it to apply my powder foundation, I catch more than a whiff of it - I also found that the smell transfers to any skin that I use the brush on. It's possible that the smell comes from the plastic tube that the brush is sold in - if this is the case, Nude by Nature should seriously consider repackaging this product. It's possible that washing the brush and storing it outside of its package may eliminate the scent, but it is seriously off-putting when first opened and used. I'm also not a fan of the fact that this brush is made in China, considering its price point. It's also unclear whether its bristles are synthetic; however, given this company's goals, I believe that they are.
Brand Response:
Thank you for your feedback. All of our products are vegan and we are proud to be cruelty-free. We have passed the feedback regarding the scent you’ve experienced to our development team. Our manufacturing sites operate under stringent ISO compliance regulations, and are closely monitored and audited to ensure they continue to operate at the highest standard within the industry. Please be assured materials used comply with strict global safety standards. You can contact us directly if you have any further questions or require assistance [email protected].
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Nude by Nature Perfecting Primer
I #gotitfree in a sample-size (15mL) from ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club. The first thing I noticed about this primer was its unique smell, unlike any other primer I've used before. The scent is reminiscent of a natural foods store, which is... +
I #gotitfree in a sample-size (15mL) from ChickAdvisor's Product Review Club. The first thing I noticed about this primer was its unique smell, unlike any other primer I've used before. The scent is reminiscent of a natural foods store, which is exactly where this primer would be right at home - it's made in Australia and contains far fewer chemicals than regular brands. I found that the primer went on smoothly - whether or not it was effective at making my makeup last longer is difficult to say, but it did create an excellent canvas for applying my foundation in the morning. -
Nude by Nature Radiant Loose Powder Foundation
I #gotitfree through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club and was excited to try this powder foundation. I received this in the shade W2 Ivory. The outer packaging of the foundation is quite simple, while the actual foundation jar is a beautiful... +
I #gotitfree through the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club and was excited to try this powder foundation. I received this in the shade W2 Ivory. The outer packaging of the foundation is quite simple, while the actual foundation jar is a beautiful rose gold. Given the price point of this item, the packaging felt too light, as it's made of plastic rather than glass. I was a big fan of the fact that this foundation was made in Australia and contains just a few, natural ingredients, rather than a laundry-list of chemical compounds. In applying the foundation, I found that it did little to my skin - I did notice a more radiant sheen to my face, but with very sheer coverage. I tried building coverage through several applications, but found that it made no difference. At times, I wasn't even sure if the powder was even being deposited on my face or simply sinking deeper into my brush. While the level of coverage wasn't quite there for more high-profile events, the powder gave me a radiant, uniformed skin tone and is very easy to wear for occasions that don't necessitate a full-face of makeup. The foundation felt very light and breathable, and unlike other foundation types, I wasn't itching to clear it off my face by the afternoon. -
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