Jellybeans021
Member Since: October 26, 2019Reviews
Schmidt's Lavender + Sage Natural Deodorant
I received this Schmidt's Lavender and Sage Mineral Enriched Natural Deodorant complimentary for testing purposes, but my opinions are my own. First impression: I was really excited to try this Natural Deodorant as it is a magnesium enriched... +
I received this Schmidt's Lavender and Sage Mineral Enriched Natural Deodorant complimentary for testing purposes, but my opinions are my own.
First impression:
I was really excited to try this Natural Deodorant as it is a magnesium enriched formula with no aluminum salts, propylene glycol, and no artificial fragrance, and I definitely try to get the most natural deodorants I can. On first smell, I was in love! It has such a natural, calming, lavender scent, which was a refreshing change from the usual overly-artificial perfumed fragrance of most deodorants.
First try:
The instructions say to "hold product momentarily to skin to soften on contact with body heat", which I did- unfortunately the application did leave some small white fragments of deodorant on my underarms which I had to blend in, but there were no issues with pilling the rest of the day once I did that.
I was so happy with the scent, I kept surreptitiously smelling my underarms all day- such a nice fresh, natural fragrance, I absolutely loved it. It held out through a very long day at work, and no issues with odor or deodorant staining on my clothes.
Unfortunately, as they warn might happen on the product, I did develop some redness and irritation where I had applied the product. I was so disappointed as I otherwise really liked the deodorant, and have never found a deodorant that I enjoy the scent of more. I would definitely recommend trying this product out as skin sensitivities vary from person to person, and this is definitely a product worth giving a try!
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MOTRIN Super Strength Liquid Gels
First impressions: This bottle of Motrin liquid gels contains 30 capsules, and since they are extra strength (400 mg) you only need to take one capsule, so this bottle will last for a while, making this a great value. The child proof cap is easy... +
First impressions:
This bottle of Motrin liquid gels contains 30 capsules, and since they are extra strength (400 mg) you only need to take one capsule, so this bottle will last for a while, making this a great value. The child proof cap is easy enough to open as an adult, and the capsules themselves are clear gel capsules with a liquid core.
First use:
So just like clockwork, that time of the month comes around when I need to reach for some pain relief, and give these new Motrin liquid gels a first try. I'm always annoyed when I get my first cramps near bed time as I have to wait for my pain medication to start working before I can actually fall asleep (and that usually takes quite a while the first night), so I take note of the time I first swallow the capsule (10:35 pm) and plan on seeing how long it takes before I can actually try to sleep. The capsules themselves are very easy to swallow (and I am the kind of person who buys chewable vitamins when possible), with no unpleasant taste. I get distracted doing some reading and fall asleep shortly thereafter, without even realizing my pain was gone (experiment ruined).
Second use:
So a few days later I have a (very) long day at work and get a tension headache- you know the kind, dull and achey and stubborn- so I decide to give the experiment another go. This time I keep track of how long it takes for the Motrin liquid gel to kick in, and I can see why I lost track and fell asleep so fast the first time- it was barely 15 minutes before I can feel the tension melt away and the headache dissipate!
Summary:
I have another usual headache and menstrual cramp go-to medicine that I've been using for years, but these Motrin liquid gels have knocked it out of my medicine cabinet (literally, I had another bottle of the other stuff on my shopping list and crossed it off after I tried these)- I can get to sleep so much faster after taking just one of these capsules, and no longer have to wait up for up to an hour waiting for the pain relief to kick in, and when your days are as busy as mine that extra sleep time is priceless! These are efficient, effective, and overall a great value, I'm glad I gave these a try!
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Tarte Tartlette Amazonian Clay Matte Palette
This is the perfect nude palette--the colors are set up in horizontal rows for you to easily put together eye looks so you don't have to think about what colors go well together. The formula has the perfect amount of pigment-not too much on the... +
This is the perfect nude palette--the colors are set up in horizontal rows for you to easily put together eye looks so you don't have to think about what colors go well together. The formula has the perfect amount of pigment-not too much on the initial go but builds great! Very blendable. A little chalkier than my favorite palette but all in all I would repurchase! Oh it also smells great (vanilla-y). -
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil
I use this as a first step in double cleansing, and it is amazing-- all of my makeup (including all stubborn mascara and eyeliner bits) are completely gone, and it basically makes my nose pores disappear (only for about an hour though, sigh). Will... +
I use this as a first step in double cleansing, and it is amazing-- all of my makeup (including all stubborn mascara and eyeliner bits) are completely gone, and it basically makes my nose pores disappear (only for about an hour though, sigh). Will keep repurchasing! -
Dose of colors baked browns
This is such a lovely palette--the colors are so pigmented and they go on so smoothly and blend perfectly! I've heard people complain that these are powdery/ chalky but I have not experienced that at all, the formula is amazing.
This is such a lovely palette--the colors are so pigmented and they go on so smoothly and blend perfectly! I've heard people complain that these are powdery/ chalky but I have not experienced that at all, the formula is amazing. -
Sunday Riley Tidal Brightening Enzyme Water Cream
I like this water cream--it has such a pleasing cool gel texture, and a lovely earthy smell (probably not for everyone). The only problem is I can't put it on under makeup as it makes it pill, so I just use this at night.
I like this water cream--it has such a pleasing cool gel texture, and a lovely earthy smell (probably not for everyone). The only problem is I can't put it on under makeup as it makes it pill, so I just use this at night. -
Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
I originally saw this on sale so I decided to give it a try--I wish I didn't because it is quite expensive but I am obsessed! The smell is amazing and the texture is so luxuriously creamy. I now have the shower gel and spray as well, it all smells... +
I originally saw this on sale so I decided to give it a try--I wish I didn't because it is quite expensive but I am obsessed! The smell is amazing and the texture is so luxuriously creamy. I now have the shower gel and spray as well, it all smells so amazing! -
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