msfox
Member Since: February 10, 2009Reviews
GOSH Crazy Volume Mascara
I received this product for free thanks to Chick Advisor Product Review Club! I must say that I wasn’t too excited about trying a new mascara since I am so faithful to my usual brand. But this mascara surprised me! The brush itself made me... +
I received this product for free thanks to Chick Advisor Product Review Club!
I must say that I wasn’t too excited about trying a new mascara since I am so faithful to my usual brand. But this mascara surprised me! The brush itself made me nervous at first because it is made up of lots of different sized bristles going it all kinds of directions so that gives it a more messy/clumpy finish than I prefer but with a little combing through I got some serious volume! After a couple of uses, I have my application strategy down pat: Sweep on a couple of layers and then use a thinner and more defined mascara wand (from a different tube) to sculpt and separate my lashes. Voila, they look perfect.
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GOSH Lip Lacquer
I received this product for free thanks to Chick Advisor Product Review Club! I wanted approximately one hour after applying to write this and I drank a full cup of tea AND the color is still holding. It hasn’t faded or feathered or clumped. I... +
I received this product for free thanks to Chick Advisor Product Review Club!
I wanted approximately one hour after applying to write this and I drank a full cup of tea AND the color is still holding. It hasn’t faded or feathered or clumped. I like it and will definitely buy it because it seems like a lipstick and gloss in one. It goes on smooth and has great staying power.
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Too Faced Shadow Insurance Primer
Before reading this review, keep in mind that I’ve only tried one other eye shadow primer, however, I can’t imagine there is anything out there better than this one. Crease resistant, colour enhancing and not at all irritating. Some other... +
Before reading this review, keep in mind that I’ve only tried one other eye shadow primer, however, I can’t imagine there is anything out there better than this one. Crease resistant, colour enhancing and not at all irritating. Some other reviews I’ve read said that this product is quite heavy but when I put it on I can’t even feel it. It is a little oily when you first dab it on but it dries totally matte and keeps your eye shadow looking fresh all day (or night). The best part is that you only need one tiny dot so the tube lasts a really long time. -
Spa My Blend by Clarins
The Ritz-Carlton Toronto 181 Wellington St W, Toronto (416) 572-8000 http://www.spamyblendtoronto.com/#/intro The best spa I've ever been to. Hands down. Professional, courteous and genuinely kind employees who make every bit of your time at the... +
The Ritz-Carlton Toronto
181 Wellington St W, Toronto
(416) 572-8000
http://www.spamyblendtoronto.com/#/intro
The best spa I've ever been to. Hands down.
Professional, courteous and genuinely kind employees who make every bit of your time at the spa perfectly relaxing.
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Babalúu Supperclub
136 Yorkville Ave., Toronto T: 416-515-0587 It pains me to give Babalúu a thumbs down. I used to really love this place. The food, drinks, music and atmosphere were fantastic. However, all of that changed as of fall 2013. A friend and I... +
136 Yorkville Ave., Toronto
T: 416-515-0587
It pains me to give Babalúu a thumbs down. I used to really love this place. The food, drinks, music and atmosphere were fantastic. However, all of that changed as of fall 2013.
A friend and I visited Babalúu for dinner and dancing one Friday night a couple months ago. We had reservations and were seated almost immediately...in the middle of the room…on the dance floor (as in, once people started the dancing lessons they were bumping into our table). Alright, no problem, they were really full and it was already 8pm. We ordered our food and a bottle of wine. Our appetizers came quite quickly. We got our favourite starters which are the Babalúu dip and the empanadas. It was delicious but I was shocked to find that I only got one empanada. That’s right. One lonely empanada sitting on a plate was placed on front of me as my appetizer. 45 minutes later, we’re still waiting for our entrées. There was a couple seated two tables away from us who ordered their food at the same time. The server brought out their meals (they ordered the same things that we did, steak and paella). The dude cut into his steak, took a bite, decided it wasn’t cooked as requested and then called the server over to his table. Not two minutes later that exact same steak lands on our table. Disgusting. My paella is delicious but I can’t enjoy it because my poor friend is trying not to throw up all over her secondhand slab of meat. The server finally comes over and asks if everything is ok and my friend asks to speak with a manager. Manager comes over, listens to her complaint and then he politely says “and what would you like me to do about it?” WHAT? I’m sorry, did I just hear your correctly? Are you actually a manager here? I am getting high blood pressure just sitting here writing this review. He gave us 3 glasses of wine on the house (3 glasses of wine for 2 people, makes sense right?). We were charged for our bottle of wine and our meals, that includes the steak. It is awful that standards have clearly dropped here and it appears as though we aren’t the only ones who had a bad experience, see review on Toronto.com http://www.torontolife.com/guides/restaurants/latin_american/babaluu/
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Trattoria Mercatto
Address: 220 Yonge St, Toronto (north end of the Eaton Centre, top level) Phone: (647) 352-3390 Let me first warn you that this review may not be helpful to you. Why? Because I eat the exact same thing each and every time I visit Mercatto... +
Address: 220 Yonge St, Toronto (north end of the Eaton Centre, top level)
Phone: (647) 352-3390
Let me first warn you that this review may not be helpful to you. Why? Because I eat the exact same thing each and every time I visit Mercatto. I've actually never tried anything but these two things: orecchiette for my main and then tiramisu for dessert. (The one time I've gotten something different it was disgusting (pizza) and it was at the Bay and Adelaide Street location.) The orecchiette is so delicious, sometimes I crave it and just have to convince one of my friends to go with me to eat it after work! A lot of the time I get a snobby waiter, but that's fine with me because I'm not there to make a new friend. Here's a tip: they'll give you individually wrapped breadsticks as your table bread…you can ask for actual bread. Just ask, they don't mind. And it'll taste better than picking bland breadsticks out of their plastic wrapper. Enjoy :)
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Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief Facial Treatment
Don't let the name scare you. "Moisture Surge" won't make your combination skin a big shiny mess. I've got an oily t-zone and I feel like this oil-free gel makes my skin so happy! Especially in the winter. The description on the website says it... +
Don't let the name scare you. "Moisture Surge" won't make your combination skin a big shiny mess. I've got an oily t-zone and I feel like this oil-free gel makes my skin so happy! Especially in the winter. The description on the website says it hydrates for a full 24 hours. I cannot say if this is true but I do know that my skin feels quite soft and smooth afterwards. No breakouts or awkward shiny forehead, just great. -
Scandinave Spa, Blue Mountain
152 Grey Road 21 Blue Mountain, ON, L9Y 0K8 1-877-988-8484 http://www.scandinave.com/en/bluemountain/ My friend and I visited the Scandinave Spa on a weekend trip to Blue Mountain about a month and a half ago. Not knowing anyone who had been... +
152 Grey Road 21
Blue Mountain, ON, L9Y 0K8
1-877-988-8484
http://www.scandinave.com/en/bluemountain/
My friend and I visited the Scandinave Spa on a weekend trip to Blue Mountain about a month and a half ago. Not knowing anyone who had been there before we relied on online reviews and made the decision to book one hour massages at the spa. With a massage appointment you get access to the baths and other facilities. Upon arriving, we stood in a very crowded and noisy waiting area/café and seating area. We were given our towels and locker keys (you bring your own robe and slippers) and the hot and cold baths were explained to us. We descended into the crowded changing room area, got into our bathing suits and made our way outside to the baths area. It is very pretty to look at with all the steam rising from the hot pools. Like every other area of the spa it was very crowded and especially noisy – I suppose because everyone was outside they decided it was ok to yell. We tried the hot baths, steam room and sauna – we really stretched it out so it lasted about an hour. Then we got bored. It wasn't my idea of a spa at all. We did not see any employees other than the front desk. There was no relaxation and loads of loud people always walking around. Very crowded. I didn't feel like I was a guest there.
The massage, on the other hand, was excellent. Paul was my RMT. He was very thorough and I felt amazing afterwards. After our massages we quickly changed and left.
Verdict: This place is a gimmick and a waste of money.
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Elmwood Spa, Toronto
Location: 18 Elm Street, Toronto (East of Bay Street, South of Gerrard Street) Telephone: 416-977-6751 / 1-877-284-6348 http://www.elmwoodspa.com/ I have been going to Elmwood, mainly for massage therapy, over 5 years now. Usually I will go... +
Location: 18 Elm Street, Toronto
(East of Bay Street, South of Gerrard Street)
Telephone: 416-977-6751 / 1-877-284-6348
http://www.elmwoodspa.com/
I have been going to Elmwood, mainly for massage therapy, over 5 years now. Usually I will go there after work to unwind. But recently I have been going early Saturday mornings. I prefer after work on a weekday because it's way less busy. I would like to mention that I don't have loads of spa experience to compare this one to.
When you walk in the door at Elmwood you're greeted with a calm atmosphere and hot towel for your hands. After checking in and receiving your spa menu, you're escorted to the elevator and sent up to the second floor changerooms to change into your spa robe and slippers, you will stay in these for the duration of your time at the spa. The changerooms are quite a pleasure to be in and include usual changeroom amenities as well as a steamroom and hot tub (use of water facilities are included with any massage), as well as an array of shower gels, cream, hair styling products, etc. I am told that the men's room has a television. Once you've changed and locked up your things you can use the water facilities, grab a snack at the juice bar or go straight to your treatment room to begin your service.
On the top floor there is a restaurant called Terrace Restaurant. You can add a 3-course spa lunch for $29 a person which I think is a great deal. I've only tried the spinach and artichoke dip and steak frites - they are very nice.
It is clear that all of the employees have been trained very well to be extremely professional, cater to all of your needs and make sure your time at the spa is very soothing. Between the service and care all of the employees take - this is, by far, the best spa I have been to.
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Blo Blow Dry Bar
Location visited: Blo in the Path, Exchange Tower - 130 King Street West (416.777.BLO9 (2569)) Price: $35 (plus tax and tip) http://blomedry.com I swore I would never let anyone touch my hair other than my usual hair stylist. I got a gift... +
Location visited: Blo in the Path, Exchange Tower - 130 King Street West (416.777.BLO9 (2569))
Price: $35 (plus tax and tip)
http://blomedry.com
I swore I would never let anyone touch my hair other than my usual hair stylist. I got a gift certificate for the Blo Dry Bar for my birthday last year. So I made an exception. My first blow dry was last summer. I was pleased that they used Moroccanoil shampoo and conditioner because I like the smell. The enjoyment of this appointment ended right there. First off, the girl started to brush my hair from root to tip (not ends first to get the knots out). I asked her to use a comb and not to use a brush because it pulls too much hair out. She said they only had a fine tooth comb and that wouldn't work. Ok no problem, I have lots of hair so you can rip out a few. The blow dry was awful and I could tell this girl didn't know what she was doing. I told her since my hair gets quite long when it's straight it tends to go flat on top. Her solution was to TEASE the top. Let me tell you this again...She. Teased. My. Hair. I was horrified and asked her to stop. I paid and left. It took me months to regrow the hair that she broke and damaged. Furious is an understatement.
One year later I realize there is still enough money on my gift card for another blow dry. I figure I will give it one more shot because maybe I just got a moron last time. My appointment was yesterday. Started off really nice, I got a lovely woman who took her time and washed my hair (no Moroccanoil shampoo this time). Then she brushed my hair (again, root to tip – do these people not know?!). I told the girl who was doing the blow dry what an awful experience I had last time and the damage it caused so I was a little weary about my appointment this time around. She tried reassured me that it was probably just the person and she definitely would not tease. She did, however, burn my head. Twice. I was not happy with the finished product at all and when I woke up this morning it was curly again. Not as curly as my natural curl, but almost. And you would think with all that heat she was using it would have stayed straight.
I would like to mention that a friend of mine went to get her hair done last year and was very happy with it. I don't know what the problem is, and I don't really care to find out because whatever it is, that was the very last time I will be going there.
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