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Member Since: September 26, 2008Reviews
SANA Pore Vacuumer Hot Gommage
What it is: Blackhead remover. You slather it on your nose, add water and it heats up as it "sucks/vacuums" up the blackheads. Where to get it: Marukai stores (visit Marukai.com for info) or OhayoUsa.com How much: I got mine for somewhere between... +
What it is: Blackhead remover. You slather it on your nose, add water and it heats up as it "sucks/vacuums" up the blackheads.
Where to get it: Marukai stores (visit Marukai.com for info) or OhayoUsa.com
How much: I got mine for somewhere between $10-$11 for a 1.23 oz tube
What I like about it: it works! I love the "heating" sensation when you add the water to it. It gives a mild exfoliation, too.
What could be improved: I think its too expensive for such a little tube. Also, I don't like the aluminum packaging.
Overall: I MIGHT repurchase. I still have product left, as I said it exfoliates so I don't want to use it everyday. Also, even though it does take out blackheads, I must inform you that I actually do not have THAT much to begin with. So if your main skin problem is having too many blackheads, this may take a few tries before it fully gets rid of your problem.
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Garnier Fructis Style Volume Inject Mousse
What it is: volumizing mousse Where to get it: Target, Walgreens, drugstores How much: $2.99 during a special at Target What I like about it: it smells fruity just like the shampoo. Plus it does an incredibly amazing job of really lifting the... +
What it is: volumizing mousse
Where to get it: Target, Walgreens, drugstores
How much: $2.99 during a special at Target
What I like about it: it smells fruity just like the shampoo. Plus it does an incredibly amazing job of really lifting the roots. I had some serious volume when I used this, total sex-siren appeal.
What could be improved: nothing really, it was inexpensive and it did what it was suppose to do. So I'm happy.
Overall: totally worth the try! I recommend this product and I would definitely repurchase!
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Physicians Formula Eye Definer Felt-Tip Eye Marker
What it is: pen-like application liquid eyeliner. Where to get it: drugstores, target, and anywhere Physician's Formula is sold. How much: $6.99 at CVS What I like about it: this product is incredibly easy to apply! Any beauty-newbie can use... +
What it is: pen-like application liquid eyeliner.
Where to get it: drugstores, target, and anywhere Physician's Formula is sold.
How much: $6.99 at CVS
What I like about it: this product is incredibly easy to apply! Any beauty-newbie can use it and use it well. Trust me, if you've ever used a pen, then you'll know how to use this. It's a simple as drawing lines! I also love the even application. With it's tapered tip, you can draw as thin or as thick a line as you please.
What could be improved: this didn't stay put all day. Although it didn't smear, it began fading as the day went on. So I don't really recommend it for those who need their eyeliner to stay put and look fresh.
Overall: I would still repurchase. Its so incredibly easy to use that it makes it ok to use liquid liner everyday, even when doing a 5 minute face.
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Guerlain Parure Extreme Luminous Extreme Wear Foundation
What it is: long lasting, mattifying, medium to full coverage foundation. Where to get it: sephora.com, bloomingdales and other fine department stores or anywhere guerlain is sold. How much: $55 What I like about it: I adore its consistency! Its... +
What it is: long lasting, mattifying, medium to full coverage foundation.
Where to get it: sephora.com, bloomingdales and other fine department
stores or anywhere guerlain is sold.
How much: $55
What I like about it: I adore its consistency! Its very watery yet it
goes on smooth and extremely even. Take note: apply w/fingers as directed, because applying w/sponge will leave it looking blotchy. It kept my face looking fresh all day and I barely needed concealer. It was also pretty good at keeping the oilies away. I have extremely oily skin so I still have to blot here and there, but not too much.
What could be improved: normally I would complain about the price being so steep, but this is from Guerlain... you expect it to be steep. Otherwise, I really have no other problems with the product. They could work on the variety of shades though, there really isn't much to choose from, don't quote me on it but I think it's less than 10 shades.
Overall: when I have enough, or whenever sephora offers yet another generous discount, I will definitely be repurchasing!
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Rimmel London Glam'Eyes Mascara
What it is: a volumizing mascara that also adds length. Where to get it: drugstores, target, and anywhere Rimmel London is sold. How much: $6.99 at CVS What I like about it: I love the small brush, it gets every little lash! It's also fairly... +
What it is: a volumizing mascara that also adds length.
Where to get it: drugstores, target, and anywhere Rimmel London is sold.
How much: $6.99 at CVS
What I like about it: I love the small brush, it gets every little lash! It's also fairly good at keeping the curl, not great but fairly good. It didn't clump and kept my lashes separated.
What could be improved: although it added volume, it didn't add as much as I would have like it to. It maybe doubled in volume, but definitely not more than that. It didn't add too much length either.
Overall: I probably would not repurchase, but I'll like it enough til I find a better one.
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Victoria's Secret So Sexy Instant Detangling Spray
What it is: hair detangler Where to get it: Victoria's Secret (Beauty) stores and online. How much: by itself, I think it's $9-$10 but VS is always having that 3/$24 deal (mix & match) for their So Sexy Hair Care line. What I like about... +
What it is: hair detangler
Where to get it: Victoria's Secret (Beauty) stores and online.
How much: by itself, I think it's $9-$10 but VS is always having that 3/$24 deal (mix & match) for their So Sexy Hair Care line.
What I like about it: like the rest of the VS So Sexy collection, it leaves a very nice scent to your hair. Also, it really works! I frequently tease my hair, so if you've ever teased your hair then you know it's a bitch to un-do. Your hair falls out, breaks, etc. But with this product lightly misted over the teased/tangled hair, you can pretty much just comb it thru!
What could be improved: Nothing really... I have no complaints.
Overall: I will definitely be repurchasing!
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NYX Doll Eye Mascara Volume
What it is: Mascara that contains micro fibers to help lengthen lashes. Claims to create a look that's similar to wearing falsies. Where to get it: I got mine at Ulta, but I'm sure these are probably sold anywhere Nyx products are sold... +
What it is: Mascara that contains micro fibers to help lengthen lashes. Claims to create a look that's similar to wearing falsies.
Where to get it: I got mine at Ulta, but I'm sure these are probably sold anywhere Nyx products are sold (try nyxcosmetics.com or cherryculture.com)
How much: $7.99 (at ULTA) for 0.28 oz.
What I like about it: I was skeptical at first, but since I really enjoy other products from Nyx, I decided to give it a try. I am so glad I did because I have fallen totally in love w/this product. It really, really works.
It didn't make my lashes look like falsies though, it made it look like my lashes were naturally long (which is much better!). Plus, I can almost swear that this product also helps to curl lashes. I didn't even curl my lashes when trying this out, and the outcome still looked like I did curl them.
I also like the size of the brush, it's small enough to get every little lash, but not too small that it takes forever to apply. Also, I didn't experience any clumping... always a plus!
What could be improved: No matter how many coats I did, this product didn't give me any volume at all. I understand it's a lengthening formula, but still.
Overall: I will most certainly be buying this product again and again! It reminds me of Lancôme Definicils Mascara that retails for $20 . The only difference is that the Lancôme one adds a bit of volume on top of skyscraper lashes.
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Dior HydrAction Deep Hydration Skin Tint SPF 20
What it is: A tinted moisturizer w/SPF. Promises to bring back skin's natural moisture with each use, due to its 'hydraction' technology. Please 'Google' it to learn more. Safe for all skin types. Where to get it: Dior.com, Dior... +
What it is: A tinted moisturizer w/SPF. Promises to bring back skin's natural moisture with each use, due to its 'hydraction' technology. Please 'Google' it to learn more. Safe for all skin types.
Where to get it: Dior.com, Dior stores, Dior counters @ department stores, Sephora (stores & online)
How much: $38 USD for 1.7 oz. @ Sephora
What I like about it: I love its smooth application. This product did what a moisturizer is suppose to do, it kept me moisturized all day. Also, it was incredibly light weight and never felt or looked greasy, which is a major plus for me since I've got really oily skin. Its also got a light scent, not so much fragrance, but just a hint of a scent. It bothers some people but I actually kinda like it.
What could be improved: My beef with this product is that there are only 4 shades. Actually, there's really only 3 shades (1 is fair, 2 is natural, 3 is golden), then 4 is a bronzer. And since I'm a 3, anyone more than a couple shades darker than me can't find this product much help to them. I understand that tinted moisturizers are never as shade specific as foundations & concealers, but that doesn't mean people can be grouped into 3 categories. Perhaps 5-6 categories would be more helpful. Shade #3 is actually a touch darker than I am, but shade #2 is way, waaaayyy too light... ghostly white almost.
Overall: if you're willing to spend the money, then I totally recommend giving this product a go! Perhaps, if I ran I out I might repurchase if I have the money. However, I will keep an open mind in case there are products out there that are just as good but for less.
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Beautiful Soap & Co. Sugar Soap
What it is: soap for the body Where you can get it: CVS drugstores How much: approx. $4-6 What I'm feelin' about it: I absolutely love how this smells! But if you're not into 'brown sugar' they've also got other scents... +
What it is: soap for the body
Where you can get it: CVS drugstores
How much: approx. $4-6
What I'm feelin' about it: I absolutely love how this smells! But if
you're not into 'brown sugar' they've also got other scents like
'lavender', 'mango & poppy', etc. But I was really drawn to the 'brown
sugar'. Not only will it leave your skin smelling lovely, it also helps
to moisturize. Its made of natural ingredients (you can check
www.mybeautifulsoap.com for details on that), so its never drying. Plus,
when I got out of the shower, it didn't leave my skin ashy.
What I'm not so into: honestly, it looks kinda ugly. If the soap wasn't
wrapped up in such a pretty sachet, I would have never thought to even
look at it. but since I was looking for products that looked handmade, I
decided to give it a try (I'm sick of commercialized soaps like Dove &
Caress. They never really do my skin any good.)
Overall: if you're lucky enough to find this product, definitely give it
a try. Not all CVS's have it so I'm not really sure if any other
drugstore carries it. But take my word for it, its definitly worth a go.
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COVERGIRL Wetslicks Fruit Spritzers
What it is: flavored, sheer lipgloss Where you can get it: Drugstores How much it is: approx. $6 What I like about it: the sheerness. I got Guava & Raspberry, they both smell really good. What I don't like about it: the taste. Its not nasty... +
What it is: flavored, sheer lipgloss
Where you can get it: Drugstores
How much it is: approx. $6
What I like about it: the sheerness. I got Guava & Raspberry, they both smell really good.
What I don't like about it: the taste. Its not nasty but it tastes kinda wax-y. I know you're not suppose to eat lipgloss but when its on your lip, you can't help but to taste it here & there.
Overall: its ok. Even for $6 dollars, I probably would not purchase it again. I got mine during CVS's Buy 1 Get 1 promo. But if it weren't for that, I'd probably never have purchased it.
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