madeline.dm
Member Since: August 27, 2013Reviews
Vichy Ideal Body Spa Shower Gel-Cream
This body wash is great. Not only do I like the simple tube packaging, but the "no-soap" formula is a total winner for me. My skin is prone to breakouts and ingrown hairs, so this comforting and light wash foams up with minimal product, and gets the... +
This body wash is great. Not only do I like the simple tube packaging, but the "no-soap" formula is a total winner for me. My skin is prone to breakouts and ingrown hairs, so this comforting and light wash foams up with minimal product, and gets the job done. It isn't drying and it leaves my skin feeling totally comfortable. I'd definitely consider repurchasing when it is on promotion at Shoppers.
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Vichy Ideal Body Milk
This body lotion feels totally high-end. It is described as a "serum-milk for ideal skin quality, continuous hydration, harmonized skin tone, firmness and smoothness." The ingredient list includes Hyaluronic Acid to plump up dry skin, a variety of... +
This body lotion feels totally high-end. It is described as a "serum-milk for ideal skin quality, continuous hydration, harmonized skin tone, firmness and smoothness." The ingredient list includes Hyaluronic Acid to plump up dry skin, a variety of oils for nourishment, and LHA to refine pores.
I love the slight sheen that this moisturizer leaves on my skin, thanks to mother-of-pearl particles. The scent is also lovely, sort of powdery and floral-fresh. That light and silky texture is rich, and not liquidy, which is just perfect for my sensitive skin. I experience no dryness, oiliness or itchiness, so I keep reaching for the beautiful blush pink bottle. I completely agree with the description that says how this milky serum melts into the skin to be easily absorbed, while leaving a firmer and more even texture to your skin overtime. Big thumbs up from me!
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Wet n Wild Velvet Matte Lip Crayon
I always apply a light layer of lip balm before the velvet matte pencils. I love how they are a lipstick/lip liner hybrid, combining the long-wearing matte finish of a liner with the smoothness of a lipstick. My favourite shade is A364 "Charred... +
I always apply a light layer of lip balm before the velvet matte pencils. I love how they are a lipstick/lip liner hybrid, combining the long-wearing matte finish of a liner with the smoothness of a lipstick. My favourite shade is A364 "Charred Cherry", and A366 "Berry Tales" comes in as a close second.
Pros:
Super wearable colours
Convenient and sleek packaging
Good pigmentation
No weird flavour
Wears off evenly
Cons:
Usually drying on easily chapped lips (I apply a lip balm before)
The tip does not retract all the way down, which causes a mess in the cap
The packaging may be deceiving since the colours are more neutral than expected
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Clarins Instant Light Natural Lip Perfector
Shade 01 Rose Shimmer - These "lip perfectors" have a total cult following. Earlier in 2015 they were on everyone's Instagram flat lay, and I was thrilled to find a mini size included in one of my gift-with-purchase sets. I can't say that this is... +
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These "lip perfectors" have a total cult following. Earlier in 2015 they were on everyone's Instagram flat lay, and I was thrilled to find a mini size included in one of my gift-with-purchase sets. I can't say that this is my favourite balm/gloss from the brand, simply because it doesn't really nourish my lips as much as I'd like. The vanilla-y flavour is just OK, and the light pink tint doesn't do much for my lips. I might consider trying a darker shade in the future, but for now my go-to is the Gloss Prodige in 04 Candy.
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Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil
So I totally bought into the limited edition hype for the raspberry version of this "lip oil", which is really just a sticky lip gloss with the same raspberry flavour as my lip gloss. I got it in that same haul from The Bay as it was a limited... +
So I totally bought into the limited edition hype for the raspberry version of this "lip oil", which is really just a sticky lip gloss with the same raspberry flavour as my lip gloss. I got it in that same haul from The Bay as it was a limited edition alternative to the permanent honey flavour. I can't say that I'll repurchase it, but it has a very fun jumbo applicator that almost feels like jelly on the lips. The formula is thick, and can get really gloopy. Beware of the dreaded hair-sticking-to-lips situation. -
Clarins Gloss Prodige in 04 Candy
O.M.G. I do not need any other lip products after trying this gloss. I first tried it after receiving that small sample tube in a GWP, and within a few weeks I had purchased the full size. This gloss provides the most beautiful dark rosy-pink colour... +
O.M.G. I do not need any other lip products after trying this gloss. I first tried it after receiving that small sample tube in a GWP, and within a few weeks I had purchased the full size. This gloss provides the most beautiful dark rosy-pink colour that complements my skin tone so nicely. The raspberry flavour is amazing, and the formula is even more hydrating and conditioning than most of my lip balms. The big tube should last me for a while, but I will definitely repurchase once these are done. -
Eucerin Original Crème
Classic product that always pulls through for dry, scaly skin. I prefer tube packaging for my moisturizers so that they last longer, but you can go through one of these tubs relatively quickly to avoid it going off. It's nice to have something... +
Classic product that always pulls through for dry, scaly skin. I prefer tube packaging for my moisturizers so that they last longer, but you can go through one of these tubs relatively quickly to avoid it going off. It's nice to have something that's fragrance free to avoid any irritation. -
Eucerin Daily Protection Moisturing Body Lotion SPF 15
Eucerin's SPF lotions aren't my favourite. I find that they sit on the skin, and they don't moisturize as deep as I'd like. Makeup does not wear well over the facial verson of the SPF daytime moisturizer. I'd get the regular Calming Daily... +
Eucerin's SPF lotions aren't my favourite. I find that they sit on the skin, and they don't moisturize as deep as I'd like. Makeup does not wear well over the facial verson of the SPF daytime moisturizer. I'd get the regular Calming Daily Moisturizing Crème instead, then layer a stronger SPF if you're going to be out in the sun. -
Eucerin Calming Itch-Relief Lotion
My grandmother has very sensitive skin, but loves to take warm showers in the wintertime, just like me! Her skin unfortunately became very dry and itchy earlier this year, and nothing was helping. We got her a bottle of the Itch-Relief lotion and... +
My grandmother has very sensitive skin, but loves to take warm showers in the wintertime, just like me! Her skin unfortunately became very dry and itchy earlier this year, and nothing was helping. We got her a bottle of the Itch-Relief lotion and the original Calming Daily Moisturizing Crème, and her skin healed so fast. This stuff is great. -
NIVEA Nourishing Day Cream SPF 15
I'm all for a good daytime moisturizer with SPF, and especially one that won't leave me with dry patches. It isn't irritating on my sensitive skin, which is a plus. For the record, I definitely prefer my moisturizers to be packaged in a tube, vs. a... +
I'm all for a good daytime moisturizer with SPF, and especially one that won't leave me with dry patches. It isn't irritating on my sensitive skin, which is a plus. For the record, I definitely prefer my moisturizers to be packaged in a tube, vs. a pot. Nivea has a lot of their line available in this packaging, since it keeps the product fresh and travel-friendly. -
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