madeline.dm
Member Since: August 27, 2013Reviews
essence Color and Go Nail Polish
Love love love these polishes! I've had great experience with each one I've tried, but I definitely miss their old tiny bottles that are now discontinued. They had an amazing nude which I wish I stocked up on. Looking forward to their new releases... +
Love love love these polishes! I've had great experience with each one I've tried, but I definitely miss their old tiny bottles that are now discontinued. They had an amazing nude which I wish I stocked up on. Looking forward to their new releases, really fun colours from Essence. -
Dr. Bronner's Magic Soap
this is my go-to brush cleanser. The soaps come in both liquid and solid bar form. This is gentle enough to be used as a body wash and shampoo, but isn't moisturizing at all so a conditioner and lotion should also be used. I have the mint version... +
this is my go-to brush cleanser. The soaps come in both liquid and solid bar form. This is gentle enough to be used as a body wash and shampoo, but isn't moisturizing at all so a conditioner and lotion should also be used. I have the mint version which leaves a nice fresh tingle which is lovely on the scalp and elsewhere especially after going to the gym. The soaps are marketed to also be used as an all purpose surface cleaner (dilute with water) and for washing clothing. I would not recommend using this product on very sensitive skin, like the face, since it will be too drying. -
Biotherm Biosource Total and Instant Cleansing Micellar Water
This is a really nice high-end makeup remover. It won't work well on waterproof makeup, but is a very nice alternative to products like Bioderma.
This is a really nice high-end makeup remover. It won't work well on waterproof makeup, but is a very nice alternative to products like Bioderma. -
Shiseido Makeup Facial Cotton
The best cotton squares around. I use these for removing nail polish and applying toner to my face, chest and back. You won't regret purchasing these since they hit all competitors out of the park. Great product.
The best cotton squares around. I use these for removing nail polish and applying toner to my face, chest and back. You won't regret purchasing these since they hit all competitors out of the park. Great product. -
Biotherm Biocils Lash Optimizer eye makeup remover
Love this stuff! They key when looking for an eye makeup remover is finding one which is "two-phased", with both oil and water components. This means that the product will dissolve waterproof makeup without leaving an oily film. This remover from... +
Love this stuff! They key when looking for an eye makeup remover is finding one which is "two-phased", with both oil and water components. This means that the product will dissolve waterproof makeup without leaving an oily film. This remover from Biotherm specifically cares for your lashes, limiting their fall out and leaving them conditioned. That deserves a big hoo-rah in my opinion. -
Froosh Go Deep Face Wash
After testing dozens of salicylic and benzoyl peroxide washes, creams and toners and seeing no improvement, I decided to cut out the chemicals and try something more natural. Just recently, I was working for a designer at the One of a Kind Show in... +
After testing dozens of salicylic and benzoyl peroxide washes, creams and toners and seeing no improvement, I decided to cut out the chemicals and try something more natural. Just recently, I was working for a designer at the One of a Kind Show in Toronto and came across the Froosh booth. I purchased their Go Deep face wash and I haven't been let down since. This face wash is made with tea tree oil and ground pumice stone, which works as a gentle, clarifying daily exfoliant. I use this wash every single night and absolutely love it. The only downside is the fact that its a bit hard to scoop out of the pot. I do like the fact that the container isn't too big and the product isn't diluted with a bunch of water and fillers. Big win! -
Vitamin E Oil
This stuff is sticky, thick, stringy and super messy to take out of the glass jar/spatula contraption from Life brand. I de-pot this oil into a small container so I can easily dip my finger in to get some product out. Now, this is a healing oil. It... +
This stuff is sticky, thick, stringy and super messy to take out of the glass jar/spatula contraption from Life brand. I de-pot this oil into a small container so I can easily dip my finger in to get some product out. Now, this is a healing oil. It helps repair damaged skin and makes a huge difference on healing scabs. I actually mix a bit of vitamin e with my body butter and tea tree oil to help combat ingrown hairs, residual scars and dryness. Make sure, if you are applying this oil, use a SMALL amount and make sure it soaks in. Your pores will get clogged if you put a thick layer of this stuff on your skin. -
Eucerin Aquaphor Healing Ointment
Now this stuff is legendary. Celebrities swear by it, it is super gentle and it can be used in so many ways: locking in moisture to dry lips, helping to heal scabs, scars, dry skin and breakouts. I just used a bit of it under my nose while I had a... +
Now this stuff is legendary. Celebrities swear by it, it is super gentle and it can be used in so many ways: locking in moisture to dry lips, helping to heal scabs, scars, dry skin and breakouts. I just used a bit of it under my nose while I had a cold, and it kept the area free from dry and painful redness. It comes in a good sized tube which will last forever. This does contain mineral oil and petrolatum and there are many skeptics out there against mineral oil since these ingredients can have a pore-clogging effect on the skin. I haven't encountered any issues with this product and I have very sensitive skin, so just use in small quantities and NOT all over your face, for example. One of the best ingredients is Lanolin- this is the key ingredient to soothing chapped skin. Many high end brands are starting to use this ingredient in their lip products especially, but I would still stick to the smooth and unscented glory of Aquaphor. -
Pure and Natural Crystal
Salt has many uses, one of them being cleansing and deodorizing. The first salt deodorant I have is the "Pure and Natural Crystal" which I purchased at Bulk Barn for just a few dollars. These salt crystals are very heavy, and are used with a bit of... +
Salt has many uses, one of them being cleansing and deodorizing. The first salt deodorant I have is the "Pure and Natural Crystal" which I purchased at Bulk Barn for just a few dollars. These salt crystals are very heavy, and are used with a bit of water. All you need to do is rub it gently on moist, clean skin (you can wet the salt instead of your skin) and allow it to dry. This will reduce body odour but NOT reduce perspiration. This is a great natural option for less active days when a full on antiperspirant isn't necessary. So if you plan on running around town and only using a salt crystal, keep those grey shirts far, far away, friends.
This can be purchased at Bulk Barn or nutrition stores.
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The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil
This is my skin saviour. A very strong, herbal smelling saviour, at that. Tea tree oil is antimicrobial and doesn't cause my skin to dry out and react like most other acne treatments. NOTE: use this oil in careful moderation. It is poisonous if... +
This is my skin saviour. A very strong, herbal smelling saviour, at that. Tea tree oil is antimicrobial and doesn't cause my skin to dry out and react like most other acne treatments. NOTE: use this oil in careful moderation. It is poisonous if taken internally and can be harmful if applied to the skin in large quantities.
Unlike salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, the most popular blemish fighters in the skin care industry, tea tree oil does not disrupt the skin's natural balance- when used in moderation. Whenever I see a blemish developing, I will dab a bit of this oil on top of my moisturizer before bed, and it will frequently help speed up the healing process. Also, if I happen to extract a blemish, I will use another dab of the oil (administered on a q-tip) to clean the area to prevent further eruption. No one wants further eruption.
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