RobynB
Member Since: October 27, 2008Reviews
Maybelline New York Define-A-Lash Lengthening Mascara
I just got this product in a gift bag last night and used it this morning. Loves it!! The wand is flexible so kind of weird taking it out of the tube. It's not easy to wipe excess mascara off the end but it can be done. The built-in wiper works... +
I just got this product in a gift bag last night and used it this morning. Loves it!! The wand is flexible so kind of weird taking it out of the tube. It's not easy to wipe excess mascara off the end but it can be done. The built-in wiper works it's magic.
The brush is perfect for no clumping and you can apply the entire length of your lashes vs. the outside and then moving towards the inside with other mascara products.
I just tried touching my lashes and there is no flaking. We'll see how the removal goes tonight as the product is waterproof.
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The Hour Glass Workout
I've been training really hard for a fitness competition in September. I decided to switch up my training and take the Hour Glass Workout with Lyzabeth Lopez. I found her on facebook one day and have been following her fitness success. I... +
I've been training really hard for a fitness competition in September. I decided to switch up my training and take the Hour Glass Workout with Lyzabeth Lopez.
I found her on facebook one day and have been following her fitness success. I decide that I needed to train with a fitness model who's done it before and knows women's bodies.
I signed up for the May program and loved it. The workout was a combination of outdoor cardio, weight training, plyometrics, pilates and good ol fashion moves to sculpt and tone.
Our very first day we started out running flat, hills and stairs, pushups, running jumps, shuffles, training with bands, weights, more stair running and poof we were done. The shin splints I got had just started. So much for me running full out thinking I'm a superstar.
The ladies in the workout were amazing. Full of laughs, words of encouragement and friendly smiles.
Lyzabeth makes everyone a meal plan to follow based on your needs. There were weight gain and weight loss girls in the group. So she would does out the cardio or weights based on goals. She would challenge me if I wasn't lifting heavy enough and would push me to my limits. I've noticed differences over the past month and love the changes.
I have run away from pushups. Can't even do 2 without giving up. I'm now up to an easy 10 and push myself to 20. That's huge for me!
We did a nutrition workshop where I asked a million and 1 questions about superfoods, protein powder, calorie intake, etc. We also had a field trip to the Dynamic Conditioning Centre here in Toronto and got to play in the crazy playground they call a gym.
Overall, I'm so happy with the results and the time well spent. The cost of a month is $200 and well worth it. The first picture is the one and only Lyzabeth Lopez who runs the amazing program.
My only constructive criticism is that it is run out of a run down gym so the indoor training at Fitness One was less than desirable. The area we'd train in had a dusty and musty old carpet. I loved our outdoor days because of that. The equipment was also not always the greatest. Not enough free weights or they were in bad shape. The equipment that Lyzabeth provided was awesome though. Skipping ropes, bands and other goodies.
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Body Blitz Water Spa
This was an amazing experience. I finished a bootcamp in May and as a treat we decided to go to a detox water spa in Toronto as our reward. The therapeutic waters cost $48 dollars for a singe visit and you can stay as long as you like. A group of... +
This was an amazing experience. I finished a bootcamp in May and as a treat we decided to go to a detox water spa in Toronto as our reward.
The therapeutic waters cost $48 dollars for a singe visit and you can stay as long as you like. A group of us stayed for over 2 hours and it was just divine.
The spa offers a laminated map of which pools to go in what order. We started out in the warm sea salt pool. We were told that it helps eliminate toxins, helps replenish the body with essential minerals and restores equilibrium.
We then hit the steam room for 10 mins to relax, increase circulation, cleanse and tone the skin. All I know is it cleared my sinuses right out. We were careful to shower off toxins before hitting up the cold pool.
Ok let me just say this was not my favourite part and I had to bite my hand to get into the water. But we were told it increases your body's energy level and tightens pores. Our trainer Lyzabeth also talked about stimulating the lympatic system for metabolism woes. This was one painful minute.
After running out of that pool we chilled in the infrared sauna. This sauna provoked a sweating effect up to 3 times superior to traditional saunas, creating an in-depth detoxification of the entire body. What I really liked about the infrared sauna is that it didn't get as hot as normal ones but hot enough to relax in. Back in the cold pool. Brrr! Then off to the hot green tea pool. Drinking highly not recommended ;)
We were told the green tea pool is an excellent antioxidant, it increases energy expenditure and helps stimulate the immune system. It was simply divine after the cold pool. Which we had to do one more time before going back into the salt water pool. Now because we were there 2 hours we did the circuit 3 times.
I have never felt so revitalize and tired. My skin felt tight and great but my body felt like I'd dont an intense workout. I want to go back at least once a month! It's cheaper than a massage!
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COVERGIRL TRUblend Microminerals Blush
Covergirl describes their blush as: Gentle mineral blush gives skin a healthy-looking flush of colour. Wear TRUblend Microminerals Blush alone or layered over TRUblend Microminerals Foundation for a naturally flawless look. I started layering the... +
Covergirl describes their blush as: Gentle mineral blush gives skin a healthy-looking flush of colour. Wear TRUblend Microminerals Blush alone or layered over TRUblend Microminerals Foundation for a naturally flawless look.
I started layering the TRUblend blush over top of my bronzer and foundation this week and love the pink colour for summer. It's fresh, shimmery (some sparkle in the product) and lasts most of the day. Definitely would need to reapply for a night on the town.
It comes in two colours. A light pink Shimmering Sands and darker pink Natural Rose. I've been using the Sands colour. I'd pick up the Rose one if you have a darker complexion but still love pink.
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Neutrogena Build-A-Tan
I received this self tanner in a gift basket a while ago and was still using up a previous one so just started using this one. I've been reading more articles on the harms of fake and baking and just didn't have the budget this month to... +
I received this self tanner in a gift basket a while ago and was still using up a previous one so just started using this one. I've been reading more articles on the harms of fake and baking and just didn't have the budget this month to shell out for more minutes so I thought I'd layer on a tan.
The cream is great. It really does go on evenly. Dries in less than 2 mins sometimes. Great reason to walk around your house nekkid. I haven't experienced any streaking or orange colour. I don't use it every day. Maybe 2x or once a week is enough for a bit of a glow in Toronto. Once the summer goes full force I may use it more.
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COVERGIRL LashBlast Luxe Mascara
I got this product in a gift bag and love love it. THe brush is perfect for my eyes. It's really stubby but great at defining lashes with no clumps. If you're going for length you'll need a couple of applications. If you want a quick... +
I got this product in a gift bag and love love it. THe brush is perfect for my eyes. It's really stubby but great at defining lashes with no clumps. If you're going for length you'll need a couple of applications. If you want a quick brush on before the gym or running errands this is perfect. I layer for a night out so I can get it darker and longer. But I'll do a couple quick swips in the morning as part of my work routine. -
Maybelline New York Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation
1. Loved the product. Tried it out first thing this morning when I opened up my package. Thank you ChickAdvisor. 2. Application with a makeup sponge is really easy to do. Took a bit more time then a pressed powder foundation to apply. Used coverup... +
1. Loved the product. Tried it out first thing this morning when I opened up my package. Thank you ChickAdvisor.
2. Application with a makeup sponge is really easy to do. Took a bit more time then a pressed powder foundation to apply. Used coverup around my eyes and the foundation only covered around 75% of red spots.
3. I got Light #4 which is slightly darker than my natural shade but I'm fake and baking at this time. The colour is great and sets nicely with a finishing powder (I use MAC Studio Fix). I also use a bronzing powder and the whole she-bang really impressed me this morning. Don't know about the airbrush claim to fame but definitely a smoother finish for me.
4. I usually have the oily problem by the afternoon. But the pic I'm posting is care of my bbm around 4pm and I don't have an oily forehead!
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Pureology Pure Volume System
I received samples for PureVolume Shampoo, Conditioner and the BlowDryAmplifier. I have tried them two days in a row and although the volume is there just from simple blow drying the statis has increased and is driving me nuts! PureVolume® is... +
I received samples for PureVolume Shampoo, Conditioner and the BlowDryAmplifier. I have tried them two days in a row and although the volume is there just from simple blow drying the statis has increased and is driving me nuts!
PureVolume® is designed for colour-treated hair in need of soft volume, moisture, and colour protection. Enhanced with advanced volumizing technology and pure natural ingredients, our innovative formulas work together to add volume, body, and flexible bounce while the ZeroSulfate® shampoo and our AntiFadeComplex® maximize colour retention
The smell is great. The texture on my hair is soft enough. I can easily brush out my wet hair. But once it's dry, the static has increased twice as much as normal and is driving me crazy.
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Aussie Sydney Smooth Heat Protector Leave In Conditioner
Love Love Love this product. I straighten my hair on the ends every day after blow drying so I was noticing the frizz. This product goes on damp hair. The spray is kinda narrow so you have to spray and use your hands to spread it through hair and... +
Love Love Love this product. I straighten my hair on the ends every day after blow drying so I was noticing the frizz. This product goes on damp hair. The spray is kinda narrow so you have to spray and use your hands to spread it through hair and then brush out before blow drying. I've noticed softer hair, less fly aways and it smells delish. I totally do the quick head turn to get a whiff of my hair throughout the day :) -
Aussie Sprunch Hair Spray
Great product for creating waves or curls out of the shower. I have stick straight hair. If I want to wear it wavy I can spray it in after a shower and then sprunch my hair up on my head. I've seen girls use it when french braiding their hair so... +
Great product for creating waves or curls out of the shower. I have stick straight hair. If I want to wear it wavy I can spray it in after a shower and then sprunch my hair up on my head. I've seen girls use it when french braiding their hair so that when you take it out the next day it holds. I would also use it when using a curling iron. Spray on, curl, here the sizzle of the product drying and voila! -
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