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Member Since: May 23, 2010Reviews
COVERGIRL Outlast Lipstain
I love marker lip stains but this one leaves a bit to be desired. The colour goes on much too dark immediately and the red I have really tastes and smells like that fake vampire blood you used when you were 12 on Halloween. I find the colour soaks... +
I love marker lip stains but this one leaves a bit to be desired. The colour goes on much too dark immediately and the red I have really tastes and smells like that fake vampire blood you used when you were 12 on Halloween. I find the colour soaks into the creases on your lips and resists elsewhere. It's ok with a lip balm or gloss on top (which makes it impossible to reapply the stain), but alone it is much too sticky and drying. also with a balm or gloss on top it will come off. Not the greatest stain. -
Plus + White Toothpaste 5 Minute Speed Whitening Gel
I don't have the entire kit, just the gel, but it is one of my favourite products. I always want whiter teeth, since I drink a lot of caffeinated beverages, but whitening strips are just so expensive! I bought this for six dollars at the drug... +
I don't have the entire kit, just the gel, but it is one of my favourite products. I always want whiter teeth, since I drink a lot of caffeinated beverages, but whitening strips are just so expensive! I bought this for six dollars at the drug store and it works wonders. I'll admit I heard of this product from youtube sensation Kandee Johnson and her tips for whiter teeth. I followed her advice and my teeth are just as white as when I have shelled out cash for whitening strips for about a quarter of the price. Cost effective plus ya know yellow smiles are just not a good look for anybody. -
Almay Smart Shade Concealer
Well first of all, isn't the concept of a concealer to be a different shade than the skin which you are trying to conceal? This concept just doesn't make sense really. So I bought it just out of curiosity. I will say I like the creamy... +
Well first of all, isn't the concept of a concealer to be a different shade than the skin which you are trying to conceal? This concept just doesn't make sense really. So I bought it just out of curiosity. I will say I like the creamy texture of it especially around the under eye area or over a breakout, but, like I suspected, the 'smart shade technology' doesn't work all that well. I bought the light formula, yet for some reason when I apply it to the lightest part of my face, my forehead, it goes dark brown. It's kind of ridiculous really. I would only use it paired with something else, and only minimal amounts of it. There are much better products out there that do not arbitrarily assign a shade to your face. -
Burt's Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream
I love this stuff. I get really dry cuticles and sometimes bad hangnails, and this completely alleviates this problem. It's so soothing and I love the scent too. I've had this for years, I keep it in my purse and use it on the go, it's... +
I love this stuff. I get really dry cuticles and sometimes bad hangnails, and this completely alleviates this problem. It's so soothing and I love the scent too. I've had this for years, I keep it in my purse and use it on the go, it's fantastic. -
Tarte cosmetics Lifted Natural Eye Primer
I bought this to help reduce fine lines around my eyes and because I wear a lot of makeup around my eyes to hide hereditary dark circles the fine lines are usually pretty prominent. The first time I used this product, I was amazed. It really does... +
I bought this to help reduce fine lines around my eyes and because I wear a lot of makeup around my eyes to hide hereditary dark circles the fine lines are usually pretty prominent. The first time I used this product, I was amazed. It really does diminish fine lines pretty much immediately, however, It dries very quickly, and if you aren't quick enough putting any make up on top, it will just not work. Also after long wear my make up would flake on top of it and become very dry. Also the tube did not last very long at all. It still feels like there is a lot in the tube, but I can't get any out with the applicator wand. With a few tweaks this product could be very lovely..unfortunately it isn't worth the money or the flaking. -
tarte Cosmetics Cheek Stain
I use this in Tipsy pretty much every day. It smells so good(!!!) and gives a nice natural flushed look. I bought mine a good six months ago and I'm not even 1/4 the way through the big fat stick.( which is great for application) Considering how... +
I use this in Tipsy pretty much every day. It smells so good(!!!) and gives a nice natural flushed look. I bought mine a good six months ago and I'm not even 1/4 the way through the big fat stick.( which is great for application) Considering how long it lasts and how nice it is to use, I think the price is definitely worth it! -
L'Oreal Bare Naturale Mascara
I can't believe someone has been buying this for 2 dollars! The best price I have found has been around ten dollars and that is on sale. This is my favourite drug store mascara. It lengthens, adds a little volume and doesn't feel stiff. It... +
I can't believe someone has been buying this for 2 dollars! The best price I have found has been around ten dollars and that is on sale. This is my favourite drug store mascara. It lengthens, adds a little volume and doesn't feel stiff. It isn't very flakey even after being on all day. It goes on smooth with an average non funky applicator brush, but it's able to comb through all my lashes and provide good definition. I buy Blackest Black and it doesn't blue like many other 'blackest of blacks' do. It isn't waterproof, but I never have a problem with that. One tube lasts a long time; it doesn't dry up. The most important thing about this mascara is that it feels nice on. It doesn't make my lashes stiff and immovable but maintains curl and length. It layers well too, so if you want more drama, apply another coat, it won't be too clumpy. I never find this mascara gets clumpy. I use this pretty much every day so even at full price it's a great deal. I wish I could get this for 2 dollars!! -
OPI Nail Polish
Ok I accidentally bought what I thought was a nice seafoam green OPI nail polish in a matte formula. It's Gargantuan Green Grape- Matte, to be exact. I've used a matte polish before but never one that came with instructions to not wear hand... +
Ok I accidentally bought what I thought was a nice seafoam green OPI nail polish in a matte formula. It's Gargantuan Green Grape- Matte, to be exact. I've used a matte polish before but never one that came with instructions to not wear hand lotion (?) The colour is gorgeous and I actually liked the matte, but I don't know what happened, the whole bottle completely clumped up on me and now the formula is so thick you can't even use it. Originally it was smooth and dried quickly, but a month down the road it was completely unusable. I don't know if I did something like not screw the top on tight enough, or if the formula is just not good quality in the Matte version? Either way I would rather just have the normal enamel finish instead of risking a clumpy matte formula. -
L'Oréal Paris Telescopic Explosion Mascara
I was pretty excited to try this mascara as I have really blond rooted lashes, especially in the corners of my eyes (which are dead give aways making it clear I am not naturally blessed with thick full dark lashes ). However, it was really a let... +
I was pretty excited to try this mascara as I have really blond rooted lashes, especially in the corners of my eyes (which are dead give aways making it clear I am not naturally blessed with thick full dark lashes ). However, it was really a let down. A lot of the mascara comes off on the long wand ( not the actual applicator) and besides smearing all over my face, that just seems wasteful and like a bad deal. The orb applicator itself is fine for the little corner lashes, but it cant separate the bulk of the lashes properly, Also the actual formula of the mascara leaves a lot to be desired. It dried out quickly and was a little flakey. I'd say using it paired with another mascara to get the corner lashes and really getting that full fan look is the best use of this. On it's own however, well it leaves a lot to be desired. Overall, I think it's fun to have in your bag of tricks for a night out, but not for everyday use. -
Maybelline Full N' Soft Waterproof Mascara
I love this mascara. It really is soft like the name implies. Normally I just hate how mascaras make your lashes completely untouchable and immovable like statuesque peaks on your eyes. With this mascara I'm not worried about close encounters... +
I love this mascara. It really is soft like the name implies. Normally I just hate how mascaras make your lashes completely untouchable and immovable like statuesque peaks on your eyes. With this mascara I'm not worried about close encounters like another playing with your lashes etc because it's smooth and not flakey. The Black is just right too. One of my favs. -
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