judith_jane
Member Since: February 17, 2014Reviews
Batiste Dry Shampoo PLUS Heavenly Volume
This brand is my go-to dry shampoo brand so I was even more excited to be able to receive a bottle for free to review it for this awesome site. I've tried a few brands that were available where I normally shop and they always left a chalky white... +
This brand is my go-to dry shampoo brand so I was even more excited to be able to receive a bottle for free to review it for this awesome site. I've tried a few brands that were available where I normally shop and they always left a chalky white residue no matter how well I tried to work it in. Not good when you have very dark brown hair. Batiste works in really well and goes undetected except for the lightly fresh scent, which I love. Specifically, the Heavenly Volume version adds a little bit of lift to my fine hair which is always welcome.
4/5 stars only because I have used higher end, more expensive, salon brands that performed far better but the price is one that keeps it out of my daily repertoire.
Batiste Dry Shampoo PLUS Heavenly Volume is a great smelling, non-residue leaving product that I use regularly between shampoos.
-
Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Foundation Stick
I was lucky enough to try this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor review club. I'll start off by saying that I wish I received this earlier so that I had more time to test it out. First impression: glides on smoothly, very creamy and a... +
I was lucky enough to try this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor review club. I'll start off by saying that I wish I received this earlier so that I had more time to test it out.
First impression: glides on smoothly, very creamy and a little goes a long way. I swatched it on my arm first to get my first impressions and it was on for about a minute before I decided to try to blend it. It took a little effort to get it blended and once it was, it stayed put. It was transfer resistant (as the packaging said). Great first impression.
I finally got to use my full sized sample today and I'm glad I swatched it first. I had received my contouring shade so I knew to use just a small amount. It applied like butter and knowing that I didn't have too much time to blend, I blended right away.
Wearing it over a primer and foundation, this lasted the whole (shorter) day and didn't budge. I have more oily skin so I'm impressed. There also wasn't any oxidization so the colour stayed true.
The one thing I was concerned about was the sunscreen in it because I'm allergic to most makeup with sunscreen. I'll have to do an update as I won't know until tomorrow if my skin reacted to it.
So far, love how it applies, blends and it's longevity. Unfortunately, because I received my contour colour and not a foundation colour, I can't comment on it's coverage. I also can't give it a 5 stars all-around only because I had a day to try this out.
Thanks ChickAdvisor and Lancome for the opportunity to test this one out. I'm excited to try this a little longer in my routine.
-
Canada Dry Blackberry Ginger Ale
I was quite fortunate to be able to sample this product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club and I am so glad that I was selected. I am already a huge fan of Ginger Ale as it is my soda flavour of choice so that makes me the perfect... +
I was quite fortunate to be able to sample this product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club and I am so glad that I was selected. I am already a huge fan of Ginger Ale as it is my soda flavour of choice so that makes me the perfect critic. My favourite Ginger Ale is the raspberry Ginger Ale but that one is always so difficult to find. I am glad that another flavour has joined it's rank... I LOVE this drink.
The drink is flavour and light. I'm not a big fun of super sweet drinks and this one is just the right amount. My husband normal turns his nose up at the normal Ginger Ale but he loved this one. His comment is that the ginger flavour isn't as strong in this one; it's just a hint.
The price is of average price for pop. Not a big deal.
Will I buy this again? MOST DEFINITELY! I probably would've bought this one day even if I wasn't chosen to sample it. Thanks again!
-
Make Up For Ever Professional Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation
This is currently my ultimate favourite, high-end foundation that doesn't break the bank. Yes, it's fairly expensive but a bit more affordable than my "if-I-were-allowed-to-splurge" foundation. Like a trusted old friend, this one gets my combo-oily... +
This is currently my ultimate favourite, high-end foundation that doesn't break the bank. Yes, it's fairly expensive but a bit more affordable than my "if-I-were-allowed-to-splurge" foundation.
Like a trusted old friend, this one gets my combo-oily skin. Long wearing, mattifying, full coverage and LIGHT feeling, this gorgeous mama has it all. I'm amazed that such a light feeling formula can cover as well as this one.
LOVE IT. GET IT!
-
Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep
It's difficult for me to target it's effectiveness because I was fortunate enough to receive this product to test with the Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep. Using them together, my skin is no longer itchy and dry. My skin prior to these products was... +
It's difficult for me to target it's effectiveness because I was fortunate enough to receive this product to test with the Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep. Using them together, my skin is no longer itchy and dry. My skin prior to these products was combination to dry - oily in the T zone and dry in others. Using both products has left my skin more even toned. I'm excited to see what my skin will look like after using the entire bottle.
Packaging: I love the cute jar! But like I said about the life serum, if putting the product in a plastic package would bring down the price point, I'd love that even more.
Texture & scent: I was really surprised by the heaviness of the cream; it's quite thick. I was hesitant at first because I've used heavy creams before and I ended up looking like a used cooking oil on my face. But I was happy that it actually mattified me! The smell... oh the smell! I love it!
What I forgot to mention in my life serum review is that I have sensitive skin that, as I mentioned, was oily in my T zone. I love these products together because it didn't irritate my skin, mattified me and took away my dry spots.
I'm looking forward to seeing what my skin will look and feel like after the bottle is used up. I'm half hoping that I'm not too impressed by it because of one thing... PRICE POINT! Ah!
-
Vichy Idealia Life Serum
It's difficult for me to target it's effectiveness because I was fortunate enough to receive this product to test with the Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep. Using them together, my skin is no longer itchy and dry. My skin prior to these products was... +
It's difficult for me to target it's effectiveness because I was fortunate enough to receive this product to test with the Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep. Using them together, my skin is no longer itchy and dry. My skin prior to these products was combination to dry - oily in the T zone and dry in others. Using both products has left my skin more even toned. I'm excited to see what my skin will look like after using the entire bottle.
Packaging: The bottle is heavier, glass I think, but quite nice. Although, if Vichy made it plastic, it might bring down the price point & make it available to more people.
Texture & scent: Personally, I love the scent of this product. The texture is not to think and I found that it absorbed quickly into my skin.
The price point is what has me on the fence; I'll have to see how well my skin looks after the whole bottle is done before I'll decide to spend the hefty price. Just being honest.
-
Pepperidge Farm Milano Minis mint chocolate
If you're a chocolate mint kind of person, you'll love these. Easy to portion too as they're mini. Although they're so good you might actually want to eat the whole bag.
If you're a chocolate mint kind of person, you'll love these. Easy to portion too as they're mini. Although they're so good you might actually want to eat the whole bag. -
Tim Horton's Frozen Green Tea
Huge fan of green tea anything but this was on another level of horrible. The taste was too bitter coupled with syrup that's WAY to sweet. Even with the raspberry flavor, it was not good.
Huge fan of green tea anything but this was on another level of horrible. The taste was too bitter coupled with syrup that's WAY to sweet. Even with the raspberry flavor, it was not good. -
Quaker Harvest Crunch Quinoa Bar
This has been my "go to" granola bar for when I'm hungry and/or craving some chocolate. It's a healthier alternative to a chocolate bar and it is just the right amount of sweetness.
This has been my "go to" granola bar for when I'm hungry and/or craving some chocolate. It's a healthier alternative to a chocolate bar and it is just the right amount of sweetness. -
Anastasia Beverly Hills DIPBROW Pomade
If you have over-tweezed your eye brows like I did to follow the "thin is in" trend of the 90's then you will love this product. I use it to fill and build up my eye brows so that it looks a little thicker than it normally is. You may experience a... +
If you have over-tweezed your eye brows like I did to follow the "thin is in" trend of the 90's then you will love this product. I use it to fill and build up my eye brows so that it looks a little thicker than it normally is. You may experience a little bit of sticker shock but it's well worth it and you use very little. It's waterproof and stays put ALL DAY! I suggest watching some Youtube videos on how to apply it because it does take some practice. BUY IT! -
Looking for more?
Check out our other review websites:
