Junerose
Member Since: December 4, 2009Reviews
Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker
This is a soft, non offensive floral perfume. There is nothing special about it, but it definitely won't offend anyone's nostrils. It isn't a very complex fragrance, but that is what I do like about it. I think that this scent would... +
This is a soft, non offensive floral perfume. There is nothing special about it, but it definitely won't offend anyone's nostrils. It isn't a very complex fragrance, but that is what I do like about it. I think that this scent would suit any age group that is looking for a scent that will go with any occasion. On first spray, the scent can be quite strong, but it dies down to a soft, musky floral that is very feminine. -
Lolita Lempicka
I was quite attracted to the beautiful bottle, but wasn't going to buy it as I had heard that it's a very strong scent with a licorice base. I don't like to eat licorice, let alone smell like one. Well, I guess you can never judge a... +
I was quite attracted to the beautiful bottle, but wasn't going to buy it as I had heard that it's a very strong scent with a licorice base. I don't like to eat licorice, let alone smell like one. Well, I guess you can never judge a fragrance by its base! I was given this for Christmas and decided to try it out. One spray and you are hit with an overwhelming heavy black licorice scent, but lo and behold, it dies down to a soft, warm, powdery scent that is extremely comforting and sexy at the same time. I have gotten tons of compliments every time I wear this scent. It's definitely a cold weather scent, as it would be too much during the warm summer months. The lasting power on this is very good. One spray in the morning is all it takes until I shower it off at night. -
Clean Sweet Layer Eau de Parfum
This fragrance had been so hyped in the media, but really, who wants to pay good money for a not so great scent? I was so disappointed when I sprayed it on. A strong, artificial scent of orange hit me. It totally reminds me of my Fantastik Orange... +
This fragrance had been so hyped in the media, but really, who wants to pay good money for a not so great scent? I was so disappointed when I sprayed it on. A strong, artificial scent of orange hit me. It totally reminds me of my Fantastik Orange Scent toilet cleaner. Unfortunately, this product has excellent staying power. It lasted for over 6 hours before it died a well deserved death. Too bad Clean's Fresh Laundry (which I also bought and LOVE!) doesn't have the same tenacity. All in all, the scent does not smell clean (unless you are talking about how a clean toilet bowl should smell), and it's a total waste of money. -
Ineke After My Own Heart
This is best described as a very uncomplicated, fresh floral. I love using this fragrance in the spring as it brings to mind a field of lilacs. It is a simple fragrance with undiluted lilac being the predominant note. But simple, doesn't mean... +
This is best described as a very uncomplicated, fresh floral. I love using this fragrance in the spring as it brings to mind a field of lilacs. It is a simple fragrance with undiluted lilac being the predominant note. But simple, doesn't mean boring. There is a freshness to the scent and somehow, it always makes me happy and relaxed. The scent comes in a beautiful, modernistic glass bottle. I find it a relatively affordable niche brand-$85 Can for a 75ml bottle, and one or two spritzes will last me the day. I also like the fact that unlike the other ubiquitous fragrance counter brands like CK, Chanel, etc., not everyone knows of this scent; thereby giving it (and me!) a bit of exclusivity. -
Clean Fresh Laundry
This is my favorite out of all the CLEAN scents. It's very soft and clean, but definitely has no staying power. It's also horribly expensive for a very basic, linear fragrance. While browsing in the clearance section of my local store, I... +
This is my favorite out of all the CLEAN scents. It's very soft and clean, but definitely has no staying power. It's also horribly expensive for a very basic, linear fragrance. While browsing in the clearance section of my local store, I came across Mary-Kate and Ashley's Tokyo Fusion. It's an EXACT dupe of Fresh Laundry at 1/10 of the price. No way I'll be giving my hard earned money to CLEAN again for this scent. -
Pacifica Perfume Spray in Waikiki Pikake
This is a very floral perfume, so if you are not a floral person, then it's not the one for you. The fragrance is a mixture of jasmine with a hint of sandalwood. It reminds me of the Hawaiian leis. It is a very feminine perfume well suited for... +
This is a very floral perfume, so if you are not a floral person, then it's not the one for you. The fragrance is a mixture of jasmine with a hint of sandalwood. It reminds me of the Hawaiian leis. It is a very feminine perfume well suited for romantic nights. I lighten it up for daytime use by pairing it with the lemon blossom fragrance from the same line. The staying power is pretty decent. I can still detect notes of it after 5 hours. The only thing that I don't like is that the bottle doesn't come with a cap for the nozzle. -
MAC Cosmetics Studio Sculpt SPF 15 Foundation
This is a waste of money. The coverage is very poor and leaves a sticky feeling on my skin. I don't like the texture nor the smell of this foundation. I have had no luck with any of MAC's foundation, and this is not the exception... +
This is a waste of money. The coverage is very poor and leaves a sticky feeling on my skin. I don't like the texture nor the smell of this foundation. I have had no luck with any of MAC's foundation, and this is not the exception. Because the coverage is so poor, you do need quite a bit to get any coverage, but then you end up with this mask like, cakey look. Over the course of the day, the foundation settles into the pores and just looks horrible. I found that it also oxidized on me by the end of the day, and I ended up looking like an oompa loompa. -
Clinique Touch Base For Eyes
So far in my quest for an eyeshadow base that would prevent creasing, but not dry my lids out, I have used the following: Mary Kay, Urban Decay, MAC paint pots, and Clinique. To my surprise, Clinique's is the best out of all 4. Mary Kay's... +
So far in my quest for an eyeshadow base that would prevent creasing, but not dry my lids out, I have used the following:
Mary Kay, Urban Decay, MAC paint pots, and Clinique. To my surprise, Clinique's is the best out of all 4. Mary Kay's had creasing within an hour, Urban Decay dried my lids out and gave me bumps on the lids, and MAC paint pots were too drying. The Clinique touch base is perfect! Value wise, it's not the best, as you only get 1g of product vs MAC's 5g for approximately the same price. Since it works the best though, I am willing to continue to buy it. It has a very silky texture that is very easy to apply and blend on the eyelids. It dries to a nice matte finish, and allows my pigments to really adhere to my lids. I have it in the color Canvas which is a bit too light for my NC25 skin, but once colored e/s is on top of it, it doesn't really matter. I have not had any creasing with my eyeshadows for the whole week that I have worn it so far. It even lasted through an 18 hr day that included work, gym, and cooking!
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Olay Professional Pro X Eye Restoration Complex
Pros-the pump dispenser -nice texture -very moisturizing Cons-gives milia after one week of using day and night. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to continue to use this for more than a week to see if it does what it promises to... +
Pros-the pump dispenser
-nice texture
-very moisturizing
Cons-gives milia after one week of using day and night.
Unfortunately, I wasn't able to continue to use this for more than a week to see if it does what it promises to do-reduce wrinkles, puffiness, darkness, etc. The cream is just too rich for my eye area. I developed milia within a week of use and had to stop. It's two weeks later now, and they have pretty much cleared up. I won't be using this again. This is also quite expensive for a d/s cream at $50 CAD for 15ml.
Luckily, I was able to pick it up on sale and with a coupon for $30, but imo, it's still not worth the price.
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Revlon Beyond Natural Skin Matching Makeup
I am NC 25 and the light-medium shade is a pretty good match for my skin. The coverage is more like that of a tinted moisturizer's. I like that it dries matte and is not sticky and looks natural. I still need to use some concealer though to... +
I am NC 25 and the light-medium shade is a pretty good match for my skin. The coverage is more like that of a tinted moisturizer's. I like that it dries matte and is not sticky and looks natural. I still need to use some concealer though to cover up any redness. I only need 2- 3 drops to cover my entire face. Overall, this is a good alternative to days when you just want a natural look. One tip, do not store it standing on its cap. The liquid tends to leak out.
NB: The product I have also has a SPF 15.
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