MissChopra
Member Since: July 24, 2016Reviews
Nair™ nourish™ Crème for Face with Grape Seed Oil
I usually use the Nair Moisturizing Face Cream with Sweet Almond Oil for upper lip, chin and face and LOVE it. Last year (2017) while I was replenishing my supply, I saw this and bought it instead simply because it was new and shiny. I cannot... +
I usually use the Nair Moisturizing Face Cream with Sweet Almond Oil for upper lip, chin and face and LOVE it. Last year (2017) while I was replenishing my supply, I saw this and bought it instead simply because it was new and shiny. I cannot remember the price. This formula begins to burn within 30 seconds of applying it and remains uncomfortable throughout. I can't imagine someone with sensitive skin using this, and can see how they'd actually get burned! I'm lucky I don't have sensitive skin whatsoever. I remember hating this immediately but thinking I can handle it and I'll just go back to my usual when I'm done. That's true, but I wish I just exchanged it. It claims to leave the skin youthful, glowing, radiant, silky, smooth and free of parched, flaky skin. I can attest to the first part, and it most definitely does do what it's supposed to do - Remove hair. But I can't speak on the flaky skin because I moisturize immediately upon removal/rinsing, which Nair does not recommend when they should. You definitely need something soothing afterwards like coconut, almond, avocado, vitamin-e oils or Vaseline, etc. I usually do my full face, but today I just did my eyebrows and left the rest for my eyebrow razor because I'm sick of the burn. I will finish it because I hate to waste but, needless to say, I'm never repurchasing and will instead stock up on my tried and true holy grail formula for fear of being left only with this one! But this is the one that needs to be taken off the shelf. -
NIVEA Cocoa Butter Body Cream
Disclaimer: I received this product for free via a full value coupon, thanks to Chick Advisor #GotItFree I used the entire tub before leaving this review. Nivea claims that this provides 48h of intensive and long-lasting moisture. I don't know if I... +
Disclaimer: I received this product for free via a full value coupon, thanks to Chick Advisor #GotItFree
I used the entire tub before leaving this review. Nivea claims that this provides 48h of intensive and long-lasting moisture. I don't know if I can agree to 48h, but definitely 24h+ and that also depends on your skin type. I agree that it has a light, non-greasy texture but you can likely find something that absorbs faster if that's the type of thing that bothers you. It does leave the skin soft and radiant. Tubs are much less hygienic than tubes or pumps, but there are pros too - I was able to mix Bio-Oil into this, which I sometimes like to do, very easily when I was about halfway through the tub. I was also able to get every last bit of product! And the tub is great quality if you wanted to store something else in it after. The scent is beautiful but mild and doesn't linger too long. Overall I absolutely loved this, but I haven't repurchased simply because I prefer Nivea's Body Milk which is also quite a bit cheaper.
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NIVEA Creme Care Facial Cleansing Wipes
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. Nivea claims these gently and effectively cleanse skin and I would have to agree - They have the gentle aspect down to a science. And they're no magic... +
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
Nivea claims these gently and effectively cleanse skin and I would have to agree - They have the gentle aspect down to a science. And they're no magic eraser, but they were effective and even removed my waterproof mascara like it was nothing. If you use Benefit's They're Real mascara then you know that's a huge deal lol.
The Creme Care line is designed to protect skin's moisture balance and Nivea has seemingly mastered it. You can totally skip the moisturizer if you're feeling lazy. Your skin is not left feeling dry as with many makeup wipes, but soft and smooth as Nivea claimed :)
With all of that said, I'm undecided on the repurchase, mainly because I like Nivea's new Facial Cleansing Lotion better and feel like I don't need both.
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Nivea Creme
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. I've been using this on my dry spots (elbows, knees, feet) daily and as my eye cream at night. It has definitely softened those spots/wrinkles quite a... +
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
I've been using this on my dry spots (elbows, knees, feet) daily and as my eye cream at night. It has definitely softened those spots/wrinkles quite a bit, in a week's time. It doesn't seem to clog pores either, despite it's thickness. It's not irritating or anything to me whatsoever, but I am not sensitive. I love how versatile it is. I think the tin is adorable and again I love that classic Nivea scent! I can't help but repurchase this; I'm kinda hooked.
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NIVEA Essential Lip Balm
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. My Burt's Bees has been pushed aside. After trying that, eos and Blistex I had lost hope...Until Nivea :) Adorable classic blue packaging as always. Easy... +
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club.
My Burt's Bees has been pushed aside. After trying that, eos and Blistex I had lost hope...Until Nivea :)
Adorable classic blue packaging as always. Easy, simple, small and glides on so easily. I can't get over the fact that this is only $2. It is by far the only thing that has worked for my chapped lips (Hallelujah!) yet the least expensive, so I'll definitely be repurchasing. I reapply a few times a day out of habit, but I feel like this would work just as well with only one application per day.
I can't stop touching my lips. Lol. This does absolutely everything Nivea claims it does!
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NIVEA Protect & Care Anti-perspirant/Deodorant
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as a member of the Product Review Club. So I didn't expect a manly scent but this has one, lol. But I don't mind! I always meant to try men's deodorant. I am actually loving it. I love all of Nivea's... +
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as a member of the Product Review Club.
So I didn't expect a manly scent but this has one, lol. But I don't mind! I always meant to try men's deodorant. I am actually loving it. I love all of Nivea's packaging, and "Nivea" even stamped onto the deodorant itself is a nice touch (photo attached).
It claims to be non-irritating and alcohol free and I can tell the difference big time. I think that's what I love most; it's so gentle. It is also not sticky. It feels like it's not even there, actually. I can't say it offers 48h odour protection...But it does a great job for a normal day of work or whatever. I will definitely be repurchasing; it's quite a bit cheaper than my usual, here in Walmart Canada. Bye bye Lady Speed Stick & hellooo Nivea! :)
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NIVEA Creme Care All-in-One Facial Cleansing Lotion
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as a member of the Product Review Club. I am shocked by how much I'm loving this stuff. Nivea claims this is enriched with their Creme Care Complex, to gently remove makeup and impurities while... +
Disclaimer: I received this product for free as a member of the Product Review Club.
I am shocked by how much I'm loving this stuff. Nivea claims this is enriched with their Creme Care Complex, to gently remove makeup and impurities while protecting skin’s natural moisture balance. Does it do that? Absolutely. I can't believe how easily it removes my Benefit They're Real Mascara. I will probably repurchase it just for that. It allows me to skip my "pre-wash" step! And it really does leave your skin moisturized. So much so, that one night I was lazy and just used this then went to bed without washing & moisturizing or any other step :) It's truly totally safe for eyes too which I appreciate as a contact lens wearer!
The scent is classic Nivea which I personally love, I don't find it too strong but I suggest smelling it before you buy it if you are sensitive to scents (I'm not at all)
Love their classic blue packaging too :) I'm impressed, Nivea.
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St. Ives® Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub
I started using this 10-15 years ago as a pre-teen, daily, and back then it changed my skin quite a bit, for the better. I continued using it for the better part of those years, until everybody started saying it is too harsh, period. It is very... +
I started using this 10-15 years ago as a pre-teen, daily, and back then it changed my skin quite a bit, for the better. I continued using it for the better part of those years, until everybody started saying it is too harsh, period. It is very gritty. So I stopped for a while, but it appears I can't leave it alone - I repurchased it within the last year or so, and now just use it every few months when my skin is dull, needing a boost and deep cleansing. I should probably use it more often, but I'm still finding my perfect routine. Anyway, I had tried a couple alternatives in the meantime, and though I didn't look very hard, they didn't compare. My BF likes this as well. I can't say I recommend anyone using this daily, or on super sensitive skin. But at the end of the day, St. Ives claims this deep cleans and instantly leaves skin smooth and glowing, and that is absolutely true for me and my not-so-sensitive, combination skin. I haven't come across anything better for removing dead/dull skin, especially if you use this with a Clarisonic, as I do with everything. Be sure to clean your Clarisonic of those itty bitty grits if you do this to keep it running smoothly.
This scrub also comes in variations such as Blemish Control, which I've tried and liked as well, or Blackhead Clearing. Those are packaged in 150ml squeeze tubes for $4.57 at my local Walmart in the GTA of Canada. The Fresh Skin version is seemingly the only one packaged in a 300ml tub (photo attached) for a dollar or two more, which is usually my choice and a steal in my opinion. It's also the cheapest I've found locally, though others such as Shopper's Drug Mart carry it too. Some may prefer the squeeze tubes for hygenic purposes, but the tub is the cost effective ("value size") choice and doesn't have to be cut open to access all of the product. Oh, and this smells nice too!
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Clarisonic Mia
I've had my Clarisonic Mia for 5.5 years, I use it twice daily, and it completely changed my skin/life. It's my HG skin product. If you do only one thing for your skin, do this! The price is excellent considering what you are getting for it ($159... +
I've had my Clarisonic Mia for 5.5 years, I use it twice daily, and it completely changed my skin/life. It's my HG skin product. If you do only one thing for your skin, do this! The price is excellent considering what you are getting for it ($159 Sephora Canada). I have nothing bad to say about the packaging either. Excellent colour selection online these days, and great brush head selection. LOVE that it's rechargeable, I leave it plugged in beside the bathroom sink so it's always fully charged (great for last minute travel) and right there when you need it! It's waterproof therefore usable in the shower too. Great size, very travel friendly - I keep it in my carry-on luggage for the layover on a really long trip. The quality and especially longevity is through the roof; In 5.5 years I have never had a single issue. The (baby pink) colour has worn off a bit, specifically where the charger is placed, but that is 100% to be expected and doesn't bother me. It's pretty easy to remove the brush head for cleaning or replacement. I like the cap that's provided for sanitary purposes but also allows the brush head to dry/air out. I personally like the one minute time-out, and the one speed setting. This really does clean your skin 6 times better than your hands alone and leaves absolutely no makeup. It significantly refined my pores and completely cleared my acne and blackheads in a really short amount of time! That alone is enough said! Now I only get a zit or two once a month ;) But if I give those zits a little extra Clarisonic love, they disappear much faster, many times overnight! Nose pore strips now have little to nothing to pull out. I remember it feels funny to use it on your nose at first but I completely adapted to that pretty quickly. And your products do penetrate significantly better. I too cannot say enough good things about the Mia. Clearly I highly recommend and will repurchase if it ever dies! (I can't believe it's lasted this long)
There's another popular facial cleansing brush on the market now, made by Vanity Planet, that is very comparable and less expensive (USD$100) especially with one of it's many discount codes (USD$30, search YouTube), but I already prefer my Clarisonic based on research alone. If you're on a budget, get the inexpensive one. If you can afford to splurge, go get a Clarisonic! Like, now!
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NYX Cosmetics Micro Brow Pencil
I have been using this pencil in the colour "espresso" for over two months (maybe closer to three) after a girlfriend mentioned it. The price is great for a drug store product that almost feels high end quality wise and especially in comparison to... +
I have been using this pencil in the colour "espresso" for over two months (maybe closer to three) after a girlfriend mentioned it. The price is great for a drug store product that almost feels high end quality wise and especially in comparison to high end prices. I got mine at Shopper's Drug Mart (Canada) and sometimes they have sales. It could be cheaper at the NYX store (or online?) but it could also be more expensive; I don't know. My only complaint about the packaging is the same as everybody else - The spoolie end and the pencil end should be equal in length or have different colour caps, but I've only smushed the pencil once so far, ha. I love how strong the spoolie is though it could be too rough for some people, it's so great for blending the product. The pencil is strong/durable as well. The pigment is perfect; buildable rather than harsh. A light touch will provide less and a heavier touch will provide more. Now I've never used Anastasia's Brow Wiz but even I can see they are comparable just based on research. And I used Anastasia's Brow Pomade in Dark Brown with Anastasia's Brow Powder Duo in Ebony daily for years before I discovered this pencil. The colour match is exact and I haven't touched my Anastasia products since! I think from now on, I'll only use Anastasia's Brow Pomade when I want an intense and super defined brow. This NYX pencil is just SO much easier, SO much faster, and way more natural looking for daily wear. The staying power is EXCELLENT and it stays fairly matte (oily skin gang). I hope I covered everything, I highly recommend this pencil. I decided from the beginning that I will purchase backups when my budget allows, and that's something I very rarely do! -
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