laur0406
Member Since: October 24, 2006Reviews
Dove Refresh + Care Invigorating Dry Shampoo
I got to sample this as a part of the Product Review Club. Dry shampoo is one of my favourite beauty products, but I've never been a fan of the aerosol dry shampoos because they were used up so quickly. My go to non-aerosol dry shampoos were... +
I got to sample this as a part of the Product Review Club.
Dry shampoo is one of my favourite beauty products, but I've never been a fan of the aerosol dry shampoos because they were used up so quickly. My go to non-aerosol dry shampoos were Lush's No Drought and Oscar Blandi Pronto.
I really like this one. The cannister still feels full after multiple uses and it gives me good volume. Like all dry shampoos it makes my hair more dull, but the volume makes up for it. The worst part of it though is the scent. It is overbearing and makes me want to put it on outside but then I'd lose more powder.
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Maybelline New York Dream Blender
I got this to test as part of the Product Review Club. I prefer putting my foundation on with my fingers, but was excited to try this blender out when it came with my Dream Velvet foundation to test. I love the shape of the sponge, it makes it... +
I got this to test as part of the Product Review Club.
I prefer putting my foundation on with my fingers, but was excited to try this blender out when it came with my Dream Velvet foundation to test.
I love the shape of the sponge, it makes it easy to get harder to reach places like by my nose. I also love that it has a handle. It makes it easy to maneuver. but I feel like the sponges absorbs too much foundation and then I am wasting it. It was also pretty hard to wash and I felt like I was going to rip the sponge out of the handle.
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Maybelline New York Dream Velvet Foundation
I received this to test as a part of the Product Review Club. I am a big fan of the Maybelline Dream products - the Dream Fresh BB Cream is my go to face product. I am not much of a foundation person, but when the opportunity to test the Dream... +
I received this to test as a part of the Product Review Club.
I am a big fan of the Maybelline Dream products - the Dream Fresh BB Cream is my go to face product. I am not much of a foundation person, but when the opportunity to test the Dream Velvet, I thought I'd try. I was intrigued by how light and airy it was claiming to be - that is appealing to me because I hate my face feeling weighed down.
I got the foundation in colour 15, which was a perfect match. It goes on really nicely using the Dream Blender, but I still prefer my fingers to a sponge. It gives nice coverage, and could be buildable. However, the matte doesn't last at all. Less than 3 hours after I put it on, my face has shine to it - even after brushing my face with finishing powder after putting the foundation on. I can't imagine how it would be in the summer.
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McCain Tasti Taters
I had a craving for tater tots the other day, and picked some up as a side dish for dinner. They were exactly as good as I remembered, and my 2 1/2 year old son loved them so much as is he didn't even ask for ketchup!! I think the only thing... +
I had a craving for tater tots the other day, and picked some up as a side dish for dinner.
They were exactly as good as I remembered, and my 2 1/2 year old son loved them so much as is he didn't even ask for ketchup!!
I think the only thing would make them even better would be cooking them in the deep fryer, which I might try next time.
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Nestlé Good Start 1
I tried and tried and tried to breastfeed, but between 2 bouts of jaundice and being diagnosed with hip dysplasia therefore needing to wear a special harness, my son just wasn't having any of it. I finally decided to move to formula exclusively... +
I tried and tried and tried to breastfeed, but between 2 bouts of jaundice and being diagnosed with hip dysplasia therefore needing to wear a special harness, my son just wasn't having any of it. I finally decided to move to formula exclusively and I was a changed woman! The first powdered formula we used was Nestle Good Start and my son loved it! He had a full belly and was happy..and happy baby = happy mom! I could finally enjoy the feeding process...and bonus, his dad could participate! Good Start was gentle on his tummy, and he loved it. We used it in his bottles and mixed with Nestle Gerber baby cereal once he started solids. I now have a healthy, active and happy 2 1/2 year old and I wouldn't hesitate to use Good start again!
*Editor's Note: this review was posted as part of a contest sponsored by Nestle
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CeraVe Intensive Stretch Marks Cream
was chosen to test this as part of the CeraVe Superior panel. Boy, do I have stretch marks. I had the pleasure of being all belly when I was pregnant with my son. And, I've more or less been told that stretch marks are genetic and that nothing you... +
was chosen to test this as part of the CeraVe Superior panel.
Boy, do I have stretch marks. I had the pleasure of being all belly when I was pregnant with my son. And, I've more or less been told that stretch marks are genetic and that nothing you can do will prevent them.
So, I was excited to try this product. Unfortunately, this didn't work to make them fade or disappear. My skin on my belly was nice and soft though, and it lasted once you put it on (I could still feel it when I showered the next morning). But it didn't really work for its intended purpose.
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Vichy Idealia Life Serum
This was an awesome bonus I received free as part of the Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep product review club offering. Gorgeous packaging, and one pump is all I need to cover my face. I used it in the morning under my moisturizer and makeup and It... +
This was an awesome bonus I received free as part of the Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep product review club offering.
Gorgeous packaging, and one pump is all I need to cover my face. I used it in the morning under my moisturizer and makeup and It worked as a nice base . I also used it in the evening under Idealia Skin Sleep. Really, my skin has never looked better. Even alone, the holographic colouring of the serum hides minor imperfections.. I didn't mind wearing just that on occasion.
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Vichy Idealia Skin Sleep
I have to be honest... At 33, I still had yet to find a skin care routine that worked for me. I get breakouts and have dry patches, and an oily t-zone. So, I was skeptical but excited when I got selected to test Idealia Skin Sleep for free as part... +
I have to be honest... At 33, I still had yet to find a skin care routine that worked for me. I get breakouts and have dry patches, and an oily t-zone. So, I was skeptical but excited when I got selected to test Idealia Skin Sleep for free as part of the Chick Advisor product review club.
The packaging is so pretty. I love the colour of the pot, and the mirrored lid! It feels like a high-end department store brand but you can buy it at your local SDM!
The gel like lotion has a nice light fragrance and a little goes a long way! I've used it every night for the last 3 weeks and it seems like the pot is still almost full.
Over the last few weeks I've noticed nice changes. My skin is more hydrated and smoother. As the mother of a toddler I don't get as much sleep as I'd like, but I didn't realize how much the lack of sleep can affect your skin until I started using this!
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CeraVe Bébé Diaper Rash Cream
My son doesn't usually get diaper rashes, so I used this as a barrier cream mostly. During the two weeks I was testing this out, my son had a bout of diarrhea. Even using the cream, he still got a diaper rash. Maybe the cream prevented it from being... +
My son doesn't usually get diaper rashes, so I used this as a barrier cream mostly. During the two weeks I was testing this out, my son had a bout of diarrhea. Even using the cream, he still got a diaper rash. Maybe the cream prevented it from being bigger, but even using the cream to clear the rash up didn't really work. It was pretty thin, and I am not sure how much stayed on vs got absorbed into the diaper. I'll stick with my 25% zinc oxide Ihle's Paste.
Disclosure: I got to try this as part of the Chick Advisor product review club.
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CeraVe Eye Repair Cream
I've never been concerned about wrinkles around my eyes, but after using this for two weeks, I've found that my eye skin is softer and smoother! This little tube goes a long way, and you need very little each time you use it. It's a great value and... +
I've never been concerned about wrinkles around my eyes, but after using this for two weeks, I've found that my eye skin is softer and smoother! This little tube goes a long way, and you need very little each time you use it. It's a great value and a great product. CeraVe is a trusted brand in skin care and I'm impressed with their latest offering!
Disclosure: I got to try this as part of the Chick Advisor product review club.
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