Mandy
Member Since: March 16, 2009Reviews
Balenciaga Florabotanica Eau de Parfum
To start off with, the packaging is to die for! It's modern and really stands out from a lot of different perfume bottles. The perfume has an intense floral scent yet there's a lightness to it. I personally don't prefer floral perfumes so this... +
To start off with, the packaging is to die for! It's modern and really stands out from a lot of different perfume bottles. The perfume has an intense floral scent yet there's a lightness to it. I personally don't prefer floral perfumes so this doesn't tickle my fancy as much, but I can see how someone into floral can really get into this! -
Fancl Sunguard Nuance Pearl SPF 30 PA
I have super sensitive skin and am very careful when trying out new products especially when it's sunscreen. This product has been my favourite sunscreen for the past 2 years. Fancl is a brand that offers skincare and makeup products that has no... +
I have super sensitive skin and am very careful when trying out new products especially when it's sunscreen. This product has been my favourite sunscreen for the past 2 years. Fancl is a brand that offers skincare and makeup products that has no preservatives, additives, or scent. They are super sensitive skin friendly, which is why I love their line of products. This sunscreen has a milky, fluid texture and a bit of pearlescent quality to it. When first applied to the face, it feels a bit greasy, but sinks in nicely after a few minutes. It leaves you with a nice, subtle glow. I also find that this product is great under make up. It creates a smooth canvas. I have a lot of freckles on my cheek so I try to reapply on my cheek if i'm outdoors for a long time. Since this product almost has a liquid highlighter property, I can pat this on my cheeks, on top my make up for extra sun protection and get a nice highlight going on my cheekbones, a double win in my books. This product hasn't broken me out. It comes in a cute small container but lasts quite a while. The only downside is that it's kind of hard to hunt down in North America. I would definitely recommend this sunscreen! -
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Fluid Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60
To start off with. I have super sensitive skin. It reacts with a lot of product that contains any sunscreens or sunblock. So i'm very careful with trying out new sunscreens. I took the plunge to try this sunscreen because it's made for sensitive... +
To start off with. I have super sensitive skin. It reacts with a lot of product that contains any sunscreens or sunblock. So i'm very careful with trying out new sunscreens. I took the plunge to try this sunscreen because it's made for sensitive skin, paraben-free and fragrance-free. It also boasts a matte texture that's hard to find with sunscreens. The product itself still smells like the typical sunscreen. The texture is very running and light. When I applied it on my face, it felt quite silky. The product did appear to have a more matte finish but it didn't sink it completely and felt a bit sticky on my face. Although the texture/feeling of this product is not optimal, I do like and recommend this sunscreen. I love the fact the it's SPF 60 and didn't break me out and kept me from getting a sunburn when I was exposed to the sun all day. I will be pulling this product out on day where I'm spending a lot of time outdoors. Try this product out if you're sensitive and looking to be out in the sun a lot. -
L'Oreal Colour Riche Balm
This is my favourite budget tinted lip balm! When looking for a tinted lip balm, i'm really looking for one that gives just a little tint of colour. It's also important that i don't need a mirror to apply. I've tried the revlon lip butters, though... +
This is my favourite budget tinted lip balm! When looking for a tinted lip balm, i'm really looking for one that gives just a little tint of colour. It's also important that i don't need a mirror to apply. I've tried the revlon lip butters, though they're amazing products, it's definitely way to pigmented to be a tinted lip balm. I first tried a sample that L'Oreal sent to the office and really really loved it. It's super moisturizing, glides on easily, smells amazing, gives just a tint of colour and super affordable. Since then i've bought a couple more. The only down side is that i feel like most of the colour is pretty similar, but i guess it really doesn't' bother me. If you're looking for a lip balm with a extra little something, I'd definitely recommend these! -
Beauty So Clean Cosmetics Sanitizer Mist
I've heard about these sanitizer mist for a while now and didn't think i really needed it enough to go out and buy it. Fortunately, they sent this product to our office :) . This product is super handy! You just bring it around and when your make up... +
I've heard about these sanitizer mist for a while now and didn't think i really needed it enough to go out and buy it. Fortunately, they sent this product to our office :) . This product is super handy! You just bring it around and when your make up needs a little sanitizing, you just spray it directly on your brush, lipsticks, compact powders to disinfect the product immediately. What is amazing about it is that it works really well on powder products. Usually, your skin's oil leaves a shiny film on the compact powder, whether it's eyeshadows or foundation compact. And once the oil seals in, it makes it really hard to use the product. Spraying this product instantly gets rid of that problem. Usually, i have to resort to kind of scraping the top layer off lightly. I usually bring my makeup bag and small brushes to touch up if needed and these are perfect for on the go! These are a bit pricey, but they are definitely a must have in my make up bag! -
Guerlain Meteorites
Guerlain Météorites have always been one of those cult products. It's meant to be a powder/loose powder that has a very very slight and faint iridescent element to it. The powder is suppose to make the skin appear more refine, gives a subtle... +
Guerlain Météorites have always been one of those cult products. It's meant to be a powder/loose powder that has a very very slight and faint iridescent element to it. The powder is suppose to make the skin appear more refine, gives a subtle glow and just give an overall polish look to the skin. The powder is not really suppose to control oil etc, but for ladies that aren't too oily, this will do the job. I'm not a foundation user, so i held off buying this product for a long time because i don't really need a setting powder except for under my eyes. I finally budge and bought this and have been using it on my cheek bones mainly and anywhere that looks a bit dull. This is absolutely a great product. It gives a glow without shimmer/glitter that i haven't found in other products and the look does keep for a long time. I haven't tried this all over my face as a setting powder so i can't comment on that. I'd definitely recommend this product if you're looking for a really finely milled loose powder that gives a little extra something. There are a lot of product so I don't see myself running out any time soon. Might i add that this looks absolutely beautiful on my dresser? -
Dior Crème De Rose Lip Balm SPF 10
I included this little baby in my xmas gift bags for my girl friends and i couldn't help to get one for myself too!. I was really drawn to the rose scent, it's quite light and not overpowering. The simple packaging is also really nice. As a... +
I included this little baby in my xmas gift bags for my girl friends and i couldn't help to get one for myself too!. I was really drawn to the rose scent, it's quite light and not overpowering. The simple packaging is also really nice. As a balm, it does quite a good job at keeping my lips nice and supple. You need very little product and it really melts into your lips. I wouldn't use this as a lip treatment because it's not heavy/moisturizing enough for that. It's quite pricy but it's lasted me a long while. If you're looking to splurge on a luxe lip balm, i'd recommend this one. -
Body Shop Born Lippy Strawberry Lip Balm
This lip balm smells super yummy! The texture is quite thick and it does a decent job at keeping my lips moist. It's quite an emollient lip balm and i find that when my lips are decently moist, and not super chapped, it's does a really good... +
This lip balm smells super yummy! The texture is quite thick and it does a decent job at keeping my lips moist. It's quite an emollient lip balm and i find that when my lips are decently moist, and not super chapped, it's does a really good job. When my lips are chapped and really dry, i find that the lip balm just sits on top and doesn't really melt into your lips. Overall, this is a decent product at a decent price point. -
Yves Saint Laurent Volupte Sheer Candy
I cannot tell you how in love i am with YSL's signature scent on their lip product - It's a fresh mango-gy smell. My usual go to lip treatment/balm was Yves Saint Laurent Top Secrets Re-Plumping Concentrate Lip & Contour Shaper... +
I cannot tell you how in love i am with YSL's signature scent on their lip product - It's a fresh mango-gy smell. My usual go to lip treatment/balm was Yves Saint Laurent Top Secrets Re-Plumping Concentrate Lip & Contour Shaper, unfortunately, i'm only down to one tube and they don't sell this particular product in North America. So i went on trying out a lot, and by a lot i mean A LOT of different brands of lip balm/treatment. I did find some really nice ones, but nothing with YSL's delicious scent. I've heard about YSL's Volupte Sheer Candy long ago but wasn't really interested because i prefer a bit more colour payoff when i do use lipstick. But I recently went to sephora to try this on and i fell in love. I got this in Dewy Papaya. In the tube, it looks like a coral shade but it really is just transparent, like a lip balm on your lips. The lipstick is super moisturizing, easy to apply, goes on super smooth and best of all, smells divine. It really kept my lips feeling moist and soft for a long time. Although the price is a little steep, I will definitely be repurchasing this. -
L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Million Lashes Mascara
This is my go to mascara. I really don't use mascara on my top lashes at all since i apply falsies everyday (i know you're suppose to but i'm too lazy) I do use this on my lower lashes almost every single day. I love the brush wand... +
This is my go to mascara. I really don't use mascara on my top lashes at all since i apply falsies everyday (i know you're suppose to but i'm too lazy) I do use this on my lower lashes almost every single day. I love the brush wand, it's synthetic and fine and i find that it really helps control how much product get deposited on your lashes. This mascara really defines, lengthen and separates my lower lashes. I also love how the product doesn't flake and fall onto my face. At this price point, It's a steal! -
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