hillaray
Member Since: October 1, 2011Reviews
Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick
Picked up my first a couple months ago in the shade Ashton. Such a gorgeous warm toned brown. Pros: - easy to use/apply - feels light on the lips (can barely feel it at all honestly) - very opaque/pigmented (I only needed 1-2 swipes) - long... +
Picked up my first a couple months ago in the shade Ashton. Such a gorgeous warm toned brown.
Pros:
- easy to use/apply
- feels light on the lips (can barely feel it at all honestly)
- very opaque/pigmented (I only needed 1-2 swipes)
- long wearing and no feathering (doesn't break down unless of course you're eating oily foods)
- minimal transfer (don't see it on cups when I'm sipping my tea/coffee)
Cons:
- you do need to touch this up after eating, I find this to fade from the middle out
- if you have very dry lips make sure you prep them properly before application
Overall, will repurchase as the pros definitely outweigh the cons and there are so many universally flattering shades for all skin tones. I do want to mention that some shades dry just slightly darker than it may look in case you're purchasing online- do make sure to look up swatches online!
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Anastasia Beverly Hills DIPBROW Pomade
I haven't tried a lot of brow products, but after I purchased this I don't see myself buying anything else. This is really pigmented, you don't need to use much, therefore this will last you for quite a while. I've had mine for a little over a... +
I haven't tried a lot of brow products, but after I purchased this I don't see myself buying anything else.
This is really pigmented, you don't need to use much, therefore this will last you for quite a while. I've had mine for a little over a year now and it's still going strong. It did start getting dry, but putting in a drop of baby oil will revive it.
I prefer using a stiffer brush to apply this in order not to waste product and to get a more detailed application.
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Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil Bronzer
This is has been my go to bronzer for years now. I have quite light warm toned skin (MAC NC20) and I find it's the perfect amount of warmth- not too orangey. I use this on my natural and more glam makeup days, so it definitely works well for any... +
This is has been my go to bronzer for years now. I have quite light warm toned skin (MAC NC20) and I find it's the perfect amount of warmth- not too orangey. I use this on my natural and more glam makeup days, so it definitely works well for any type of look in my opinion.
I have the sample size and have been using this almost everyday, still haven't hit pan. A little goes a long way!
Will repurchase this for sure once I'm out of my current one and how could I not when it smells so darn good?
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Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water All-In-1 Normal and Sensitive Skin Cleansing Water
I picked this cleansing water up as soon as I noticed it on sale at my local drugstore. I've always wanted to try this after seeing this used by many of Youtubers I watch. So far, I have been using this for about 1.5 months and I still have 75% of... +
I picked this cleansing water up as soon as I noticed it on sale at my local drugstore. I've always wanted to try this after seeing this used by many of Youtubers I watch.
So far, I have been using this for about 1.5 months and I still have 75% of the bottle left (I wear makeup 5 days/week). I would say a bottle lasts a decent amount of time. Even though it isn't the waterproof version, It's actually decent at sort of breaking down waterproof makeup, but be warned it doesn't remove it. I still need to go in with my coconut oil :)
Would I recommend this? Yes, but not at full price and what I like about this, is that on my super lazy days I can just take some cotton pads and easily wipe my makeup off. If you're looking for something quick and easy then I'd say try it out.
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St. Ives® Blackhead Clearing Green Tea Scrub
I'm kind of in-between for recommending this product because it's not that great for sensitive skin. I find the grains to be a bit harsh, but other than that it gets the job done and it's cheap too. Nowadays I tend to use more gentle scrubs for my... +
I'm kind of in-between for recommending this product because it's not that great for sensitive skin. I find the grains to be a bit harsh, but other than that it gets the job done and it's cheap too. Nowadays I tend to use more gentle scrubs for my skin as I find it to be much better in the long run.
Overall, it's good if you don't really put a lot of thought into the types of products you use on your skin and you don't mind the slight harshness. The scent is really nice too and of course the price.
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Simple Kind To Skin Soothing Facial Toner
I bought this product when I was searching for a new toner and heard great things about this brand. I like how this is alcohol free (which is better for your skin) and it does not irritate my combination sensitive skin at all. I did notice that it... +
I bought this product when I was searching for a new toner and heard great things about this brand. I like how this is alcohol free (which is better for your skin) and it does not irritate my combination sensitive skin at all. I did notice that it did not remove all makeup residue after cleansing, so it would be best to invest in a good cleanser if you were planning on using this toner for that purpose.
This does have a scent, but it is not overpowering. I tend to have some sort of skin reaction with scented products and had no issues with this at all. Smells kind of like aloe vera?
Overall, I would repurchase to use as a skin refresher type of product. When my skin is feeling a bit icky, I'll just take a cotton pad and do a quick wipe.
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Tarte Tartelette In Bloom Clay Eyeshadow Palette
Recently picked up this palette during the Sephora VIB sale and I absolutely have no regrets. Definitely would repurchase for full price. I chose this over the first palette since I feel like these work better with my warmer skin tone. Since there... +
Recently picked up this palette during the Sephora VIB sale and I absolutely have no regrets. Definitely would repurchase for full price. I chose this over the first palette since I feel like these work better with my warmer skin tone. Since there were shimmers and mattes in this palette, it's much more versatile being someone who doesn't own a lot of palettes.
Pigmentation is quite good, shows up well on my skin and blends easily. I'm surprised I have actually used every single shade so far. Overall an amazing palette to create everyday looks as well as a much more glam one if needed.
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Nair™ WAX READY-STRIPS Legs & Body
I can't speak for ladies out there that have the "regular" or "moderate" amount of hair as I'm someone who barely has any. Therefore, I don't wax much since my hairs are barely noticeable, but if there's a special event I'm heading to and want my... +
I can't speak for ladies out there that have the "regular" or "moderate" amount of hair as I'm someone who barely has any. Therefore, I don't wax much since my hairs are barely noticeable, but if there's a special event I'm heading to and want my skin to look smoother these do the job.
My skin is pretty sensitive and these strips didn't irritate or leave my super red. I don't know if it's just me, but these smell pretty nice. A box comes with 40 strips, so it will last me for awhile (since I do not wax often). Remember to pull the strip off fast, don't be afraid!
Overall a no fuss product, works well, no irritation, and the price is decent.
*I received this from Chickadvisor for free to test and review, all opinions are honest and my own.
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Batiste Dry Shampoo Divine Dark
I have tried a handful of dry shampoos ever since I discovered this type of magical hair product, where I can be lazy and not have to wash my hair?! But I have always held off on trying Batiste since it's normally about $10 here in Canada for an... +
I have tried a handful of dry shampoos ever since I discovered this type of magical hair product, where I can be lazy and not have to wash my hair?! But I have always held off on trying Batiste since it's normally about $10 here in Canada for an aerosol can of dry shampoo, I felt that it wasn't worth it even with all the great reviews. Boy was I wrong.
It smells amazing and since I have quite dark hair I don't see the product once sprayed and it absorbs the oils nicely. I like to spray a bit in sections and let the product soak the oil slightly before rubbing it in. My absolute favourite thing about this product is that it doesn't make my hair even MORE greasy- seriously every other dry shampoo I have tried does that to my hair. If only this gave me volume, it might even become one of my holy grail her products, but I'll continue my search and will definitely repurchase this once I run out.
*I received this product for review purposes, but all opinions are my own and honest :)
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LUSH Mask of Magnaminty
Recommend by a friend, I walked into LUSH looking for a new face mask. The SA recommended this particular one catering towards my needs. I'm not too fussy with my skincare, but major thing is that it can't be heavily fragranced or break me out. This... +
Recommend by a friend, I walked into LUSH looking for a new face mask. The SA recommended this particular one catering towards my needs. I'm not too fussy with my skincare, but major thing is that it can't be heavily fragranced or break me out. This mask doesn't fall into either of those categories. Check.
I have combination skin, but it gets really dry in the winter. After using this mask my skin felt soft and kind of moisturized (probably due to the honey) The aduki beans really help exfoliate your skin without irritating it.
I bought the small tub of the self-preserving one and it has lasted me so long (normally use this once per week).
Can we just talk about the scent? Not a fan of strong peppermint scents, but this is pretty mild. I kind of smell mint chocolate :)
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