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Member Since: August 27, 2013Reviews
Bumble and Bumble B.b Texture Hair (Un) Dressing Creme
I've been perfecting my overnight hair styling routine, which now consists of washing at night, throwing in a big dollop of this cream (root to tip) then doing two french braids or leaving it to air-dry. The B.b Undressing cream gives my hair... +
I've been perfecting my overnight hair styling routine, which now consists of washing at night, throwing in a big dollop of this cream (root to tip) then doing two french braids or leaving it to air-dry. The B.b Undressing cream gives my hair weightless texture and a nice amount of hold for those wavy styles. There's also a ton in the tube, so it's a great value. -
Miracle 10 Toner
This witch hazel and aloe vera based toner is a fantastic product, especially for those with sensitive skin. It's very gentle and refreshing, just like my Thayer's Witch Hazel toner (with aloe vera) but amped up with a few extra ingredients.
This witch hazel and aloe vera based toner is a fantastic product, especially for those with sensitive skin. It's very gentle and refreshing, just like my Thayer's Witch Hazel toner (with aloe vera) but amped up with a few extra ingredients. -
Clinique All About Shadow Eight Pan Palette
These shadows are extremely high quality. Too many times I've tried palettes from high-end brands that cost upwards of $50, and come across a few duds in the mix. I can honestly say that every shade in this palette is great. I usually opt for warmer... +
These shadows are extremely high quality. Too many times I've tried palettes from high-end brands that cost upwards of $50, and come across a few duds in the mix. I can honestly say that every shade in this palette is great. I usually opt for warmer tones, like browns and pinks, so I was ecstatic to see that these grey tones (all about greys) are actually quite neutral - they don't look dull and blue on the skin. -
Wet N Wild Silkfinish Lipstick
The newly reformulated wet n wild Silk Finish Lipsticks are gorgeous. They make a ton of shades (like 25) and the new formula is absolutely divine. They have included Vitamin A & E, Aloe Vera, and Macadamia Nut Oil, which are all repairing and... +
The newly reformulated wet n wild Silk Finish Lipsticks are gorgeous. They make a ton of shades (like 25) and the new formula is absolutely divine. They have included Vitamin A & E, Aloe Vera, and Macadamia Nut Oil, which are all repairing and moisturizing for the lips. Of course these lipsticks don't feel as slippy as a lip balm, but they definitely do not dry out your lips like the typical formulas I steer clear of.
The pigmentation is consistent and rich for each and every colour, both with the creamy finishes and the more shimmery ones. If you build up the colour, like in my swatches below, the lipsticks have a definite sheen to them. If you apply just a small bit the finish is practically matte.
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Rimmel London Scandal'Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner
Creamy, pigmented and decent shades. The nude is a bit too dark for me, so I prefer NARS Rue Bonaparte for the waterline. But regardless, it's not a necessary step for me. The dark shades are great!
Creamy, pigmented and decent shades. The nude is a bit too dark for me, so I prefer NARS Rue Bonaparte for the waterline. But regardless, it's not a necessary step for me. The dark shades are great! -
Revlon ColorStay Nail Polish
I initially fell in love with this dark, forest green shade called "High Stakes" after it applied flawlessly with only two thin coats. I decided to follow the 2-step system and omit a base coat, even after reading some reviews claiming that the... +
I initially fell in love with this dark, forest green shade called "High Stakes" after it applied flawlessly with only two thin coats. I decided to follow the 2-step system and omit a base coat, even after reading some reviews claiming that the darker polishes can stain. I followed with the "Diamond Top Coat" which is a great, thin consistency that dries shiny and quick. Only downside- the bottle is black so you won't be able to tell how much you've used.
These polishes are a bit thicker than your typical Revlon Colorstay enamel, so be sure not to shake them before application since that will cause annoying bubbles to appear on the nails. The colour pigment and formula seems to be very consistent and I can't see it separating easily.
My nails lasted pretty much chip-free for the entire 6 days. I'm no construction worker, but I definitely don't take it easy on my nails so this wear time is impressive. To remove I used a generic acetone-free nail polish remover, and everything came off easy except for a bit of the green colour which collected around my cuticles. Fortunately, after 6 days my nails were still pretty bright with no major staining.
I just applied some of the "All or Nothing" shade last week, which had a slightly less appealing application. The polish is pretty thin, so I had to do three thin coats to get this semi-opaque finish. Overall, the wear has been pretty impressive, although the pink did chip more than the green.
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The Body Shop Brow & Liner Kit
This is a fabulous set of powders from The Body Shop. Definitely my go-to product for when I want to do my brows. The brush is kinda crap that is included but I love the palette and mirror.
This is a fabulous set of powders from The Body Shop. Definitely my go-to product for when I want to do my brows. The brush is kinda crap that is included but I love the palette and mirror. -
Bonne Bell Lip Smackers
ahh the classics. These lip balms have a creamy and moisturizing texture, which lasts surprisingly well on the lips. Their flavours are delicious, without tasting too artificial or overpowering. The darker shades, like Dr. Pepper, have a beautiful... +
ahh the classics. These lip balms have a creamy and moisturizing texture, which lasts surprisingly well on the lips. Their flavours are delicious, without tasting too artificial or overpowering. The darker shades, like Dr. Pepper, have a beautiful colour payoff which puts many other high-end tinted lip balms to shame. -
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss with SPF 15
I have 5 of these glosses. That's how much I love them. Revlon lip products are the best in general, whether it's their lipsticks, lip butters or glosses. This product in particular is so comfortable on the lips, doesn't get super sticky, has... +
I have 5 of these glosses. That's how much I love them. Revlon lip products are the best in general, whether it's their lipsticks, lip butters or glosses. This product in particular is so comfortable on the lips, doesn't get super sticky, has amazing pigmentation, lasts a good amount of time, smells and tastes fine, and doesn't dry out the lips. No more praise necessary. -
Hard Candy Glamouflage
This is a very intensely pigmented concealer, which covers up imperfections with ease. It can be a bit drying and caky, so experiment and maybe add a touch of moisturizer for easier blending.
This is a very intensely pigmented concealer, which covers up imperfections with ease. It can be a bit drying and caky, so experiment and maybe add a touch of moisturizer for easier blending. -
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