maria-lau
Member Since: January 17, 2020Reviews
Ole Henriksen Wrinkle Blur Bakuchiol Eye Gel Creme
I've heard really good things about bakuchiol and have been dying to give it a try. It is supposed to be as effective as retinol in reducing fine lines and wrinkles but much less irritating. Having used it for about 1 month, I can say it definitely... +
I've heard really good things about bakuchiol and have been dying to give it a try. It is supposed to be as effective as retinol in reducing fine lines and wrinkles but much less irritating. Having used it for about 1 month, I can say it definitely is WAY less irritating than retinol. However, I only noticed a minor improvement in fine lines - I have read that bakuchiol needs to be in concentrations of 0.5% - 2% in order to be effective, and it's not clear what concentration is in this product. The skin around my eyes does feel smoother though!
The eye gel crème has a thick consistency that is easy to spread and does have slight blurring effect. It has a pleasant sweet smell, kind of like light cotton candy, but not too overwhelming. I also had no problems layering it under my makeup.
I would recommend for anyone wanting retinol like effects without the irritating side effects, or people that have sensitive skin.
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Mist Sunscreen Spray SPF 50
LOVED this sunscreen spray from Neutrogena. Super easy to apply, you just need to pump a few sprays into the palm of your hands and gently pat it into your face (tip: do NOT spray directly on the face). I found that the sunscreen dried quickly... +
LOVED this sunscreen spray from Neutrogena. Super easy to apply, you just need to pump a few sprays into the palm of your hands and gently pat it into your face (tip: do NOT spray directly on the face). I found that the sunscreen dried quickly, didn't leave a greasy or tacky finish, AND left no white-cast. Definitely giving this sunscreen a 5/5 rating and will purchase again in the future. -
Neutrogena® All-in-One Make-up Removing Cleansing Wipes Singles Fragrance Free
I normally use an oil cleanser to remove my makeup- so that is what I'll be comparing these cleansing wipes to in this review. In terms of efficacy, I would say the wipes are EQUALLY as effective in removing all my makeup (waterproof and magnetic... +
I normally use an oil cleanser to remove my makeup- so that is what I'll be comparing these cleansing wipes to in this review. In terms of efficacy, I would say the wipes are EQUALLY as effective in removing all my makeup (waterproof and magnetic eyeliner included). However, I occasionally have sensitive skin and found that these wipes stung (a little) around my eye area. In comparison, the oil cleansers I've used have been much gentler and tolerable. There is a slight please fragrance- no complaints about that.
I likely won't be incorporating these wipes into my nightly skincare routine, but due to their convenience, I could definitely see myself purchasing them for weekend getaways or longer trips (since its non-liquid, it's much more travel friendly than other cleansers).
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AVEENO® Restorative Skin Therapy Repairing Cream
I love using the AVEENO® Restorative Skin Therapy Repairing Cream for my dry hands. My hands normally get quite dry in the winter, and that's compounded with the additional hand washing we've been doing during the pandemic. I love that it's... +
I love using the AVEENO® Restorative Skin Therapy Repairing Cream for my dry hands. My hands normally get quite dry in the winter, and that's compounded with the additional hand washing we've been doing during the pandemic. I love that it's fragrance free (also parabens, steroids and pthalates free!)- I find so many companies add unnecessary perfume/artificial fragrances to their product. And of course, it is super moisturizing! -
Dove Glowing Mango Butter & Almond Butter Body Wash
I received this body wash complimentary from Dove about a week ago and have been using it everyday since. The body wash smells amazing, like sweet mangos without being too overpowering. I find that it creates a nice lather, leaving my skin feeling... +
I received this body wash complimentary from Dove about a week ago and have been using it everyday since. The body wash smells amazing, like sweet mangos without being too overpowering. I find that it creates a nice lather, leaving my skin feeling clean but still very hydrated. Will definitely continue to use going forward and would highly recommend to others.
#GotItFree #DoveMango
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Dove Mango & Almond Butter Exfoliating Body Polish
I received this body polish complimentary from Dove about a week ago and have been using it since. I've been searching for a sugar scrub or body polish for awhile now and haven't had much luck in finding one that's perfect for me. Dove's Mango &... +
I received this body polish complimentary from Dove about a week ago and have been using it since. I've been searching for a sugar scrub or body polish for awhile now and haven't had much luck in finding one that's perfect for me. Dove's Mango & Almond Butter Exfoliating Body Polish gives a perfect amount of exfoliation; It isn't too rough for my skin, nor is it too delicate to effectively exfoliate. I was impressed at how smooth my skin felt after a single application. It's a perfect solution for the cold dry winters in Alberta that can leave me with flaky dry skin. I also loved the scent- it smells like sweet mangos without being too overpowering. Highly recommend and will continue to use!
#GotItFree #DoveMango
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LANEIGE Water Bank Moisture Cream
I received this eye gel to try for free and have been using it for ~3 weeks now and I love it. It is hydrating, light and non-sticky. It has a pleasant smell that's not too strong or overwhelming. I also like that it absorbs pretty quick and doesn't... +
I received this eye gel to try for free and have been using it for ~3 weeks now and I love it. It is hydrating, light and non-sticky. It has a pleasant smell that's not too strong or overwhelming. I also like that it absorbs pretty quick and doesn't interact/do weird things with any under eye makeup I apply afterwards.
I think its perfect to apply in the morning, but I still prefer something a bit heavier/moisturizing at bedtime now that I'm getting older and the temperature is dropping (winters are really dry where I live).
I used to use Lancome's Hydra Zen Eye gel and found this has the exact same effect and texture at a much more affordable price. I'll definitely continue using Laneige's eye gel from now on.
The one thing I would improve is the container/applicator- I think having the gel in a metered pump would be so much more convenient then having to scoop out product and then apply it to my eyes.
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Mott's Clamato Reserve
Absolutely loved #MottsClamatoReserve 🇨🇦♥️. I did my Caesar up the classic way- with a dash of tabasco, worcestershire, and topped with a celery stick. It was super savoury and delicious. Definitely my new go to Clamato juice. I really... +
Absolutely loved #MottsClamatoReserve 🇨🇦♥️. I did my Caesar up the classic way- with a dash of tabasco, worcestershire, and topped with a celery stick. It was super savoury and delicious. Definitely my new go to Clamato juice.
I really like that there are no artificial flavours or colours and I was also pleasantly surprised to see that it doesn’t use high fructose corn syrup either. Really excited to share this with others!
Thank you @chickadvisor for the opportunity to try this for #free.
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Hourglass Ambient Powder Brush
This brush is PERFECT to use with the full size Hourglass Ambient lighting powders. The bristles are sooo incredibly soft and it picks up just the right amount of powder (not too heavy or light). I love it so much that I bought a second one so that... +
This brush is PERFECT to use with the full size Hourglass Ambient lighting powders. The bristles are sooo incredibly soft and it picks up just the right amount of powder (not too heavy or light).
I love it so much that I bought a second one so that I had one for each of my Hourglass Ambient lighting powders.You can easily apply powder all over your face, or hold the brush vertically and use it for highlighting or contouring. Super versatile!
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Tazo Calm Chamomile Herbal Tea
Tazo's Calm Chamomile flavour is my go-to tea for sleeping and winding down for the night. I trust them to use quality ingredients without any additives. If I have some of this just before bedtime, it helps me relax and fall asleep. The flavour is... +
Tazo's Calm Chamomile flavour is my go-to tea for sleeping and winding down for the night. I trust them to use quality ingredients without any additives. If I have some of this just before bedtime, it helps me relax and fall asleep. The flavour is very mild, and not bitter at all.
As an added bonus, I often get a bit of upset stomach, and this seems to relieve some of that discomfort!
If you have a chance, I'd recommend trying it with a little bit of honey once in awhile to spice it up.
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