June_Violet
Member Since: March 25, 2014Reviews
Joe Fresh Shine Lipstick
I bought 4 colours while they were on sale: Rose- a pinky mauve, Tango-a slightly orange bright red, Raspberry-a light fuchsia, and Wine-exactly that a deep berry red. All 4 are gorgeous colours. I think the lighter colours in line are more sheer... +
I bought 4 colours while they were on sale: Rose- a pinky mauve, Tango-a slightly orange bright red, Raspberry-a light fuchsia, and Wine-exactly that a deep berry red. All 4 are gorgeous colours. I think the lighter colours in line are more sheer because rose is subtly enhances my natural lip colour while adding a shine which isn't too over-the-top. I also hear "Kiss" is a light pink that is barely-there. The other 3 colours on the other hand (tango, raspberry, and wine) are all pigmented and quite true to the label and tube, although raspberry's label might be a bit dark.
I love the balmy texture of these because I hate the waxy heaviness of lipsticks. These would be better sold as a tinted lip balm so people know what to expect. They are not drying in the least and are very build-able. I love a product with versatility and these can act as cheek stains and can be applied sparingly for a sheerer colour.
Unfortunately, they don't last a very long time and do transfer. The 3 more pigmented colours stay on once dried a bit but they aren't long-wear by any means. Luckily, they can be easily touched up for more shine and moisture.
The Rose is an excellent MLBB for likely anyone, but especially me since my lips are naturally a bit rose colured. Wine was surprisingly flattering, really flattering. It looks a bit brown in the tube, but once applies it's not too vampy and very red. It's a good way to try out a darker lip without going too dramatic or worrying about the consistency of dark lipsticks and depending on the number of coats, Wine can be subtle or bold. Tango and Raspberry are very fun summer colours.
I'm a very big fan of these and can see myself using them often. I do wish they had better staying power and were a tad more moisturising, but I really can't complain because they are so versatile and pretty and cheap. I got them on sale for $1.44 each! But $6 is a decent price. I definitely recommend the more pigmented colours!
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St. Ives® Acne Control Apricot Scrub
Fights acne and smells great. This acne wash does a decent job of keeping my skin clear, exfoliating, and cleansing. My face feels clean and refreshed afterwards. The exfoliant is also made from apricot pits, which is eco-friendly. However, the... +
Fights acne and smells great. This acne wash does a decent job of keeping my skin clear, exfoliating, and cleansing. My face feels clean and refreshed afterwards. The exfoliant is also made from apricot pits, which is eco-friendly. However, the exfoliant is also a bit rough and those with sensitive skin might not want to use this every night. I love the smell of apricots too! -
Blistex Fruit Smoothies SPF 15 Lip Balm
It's not the most moisturising formula, but it is well priced, smells and tastes good, and has spf. All I was looking for in a balm was spf, well priced so I could repurchase often because I use often and lose them easily, and felt comfortable to... +
It's not the most moisturising formula, but it is well priced, smells and tastes good, and has spf. All I was looking for in a balm was spf, well priced so I could repurchase often because I use often and lose them easily, and felt comfortable to wear. This product is all three things. The three flavours all smell pleasantly fruity and taste a bit sweet if eaten accidentally. That being said, pure Vaseline tastes worse but does a much better job of moisturising so I'm sure there are other products that if moisture was the biggest concern, that would be much better than this one. I did find not any irritation, which is the case if I use mint balms, nor any stickiness, which is why I don't like lip glosses. -
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash
While effective at minimizing acne, I find the product too drying for my skin. The facial wash is mostly scent-free although it has a bit of a "chemical" scent, while I prefer scented products. It does prevent and help alleviate break outs. However... +
While effective at minimizing acne, I find the product too drying for my skin. The facial wash is mostly scent-free although it has a bit of a "chemical" scent, while I prefer scented products. It does prevent and help alleviate break outs. However, I do find the formula drying and if used on consecutive days, my face feels tight and ready to flake. I only use it once every two or three days. I have dry/normal skin. My boyfriend who has dry skin comments that this product is very drying for him. For that reason, I think I do not think this product is of value to people who don't have oily skin. A more gentle but strong formula might be better for anyone with more sensitive skin, more severe acne, or both. -
Maybelline New York Dream Fresh BB Cream
I bought this on sale at Walmart for around $12 and I am very happy with the value. It it a good price for the amount and versatility of the product. While it's "8 uses" are vague and somewhat empty, the bb cream provides good minimal coverage for... +
I bought this on sale at Walmart for around $12 and I am very happy with the value. It it a good price for the amount and versatility of the product. While it's "8 uses" are vague and somewhat empty, the bb cream provides good minimal coverage for people seeking a very natural but more even complexion, brightens skin noticeably, and both moisturises and sunblocks. However, having dryer skin, I prefer to layer a moisturiser underneath when I use it and 15 spf is not a very high amount of sun protection. I have a cooler, but yellow undertone and I find the second lightest shade is perfect for me, I can see how someone with pinker skin might not find that shade flattering. I am unwilling to pay very much for high end products and am very satisfied with the price and results of this bb cream, even if something that's three times the price might yield better results. -
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength No Chip Nail Color
The clear indeed prevents chipping, is plenty wet and easy to apply, and dries quickly. I can't say if it's the best clear nail polish I've tried, but it's certainly cost effective and serves it's purpose.
The clear indeed prevents chipping, is plenty wet and easy to apply, and dries quickly. I can't say if it's the best clear nail polish I've tried, but it's certainly cost effective and serves it's purpose. -
Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain
Not as moisturising as I hoped, but still comparable to a lip balm. The colours are gorgeous, build-able, and long lasting-it is a stain afterall. I would say that the stain lasts for 6 or so hours, and does not sink into lip creases or look... +
Not as moisturising as I hoped, but still comparable to a lip balm. The colours are gorgeous, build-able, and long lasting-it is a stain afterall. I would say that the stain lasts for 6 or so hours, and does not sink into lip creases or look splotchy. The red ("romantic") colour was quite a natural, neutral, and flattering red. -
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