samsaragx
Member Since: July 22, 2016Reviews
PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant
I think having an exfoliant in an anti acne routine is very important. I don't see these often out there, people tend to focus more on the creams. However, exfoliating before any skin treatment should be a must, since it prepares the area by... +
I think having an exfoliant in an anti acne routine is very important. I don't see these often out there, people tend to focus more on the creams. However, exfoliating before any skin treatment should be a must, since it prepares the area by removing any left over dirt and oils after washing, though this exfoliant is actually very powerful and can cleanse your skin even if not washed yet. I'm actually surprised it's this powerful and yet not irritating, to be honest I was ready to rinse my face if anything happened, but no, not even redness, which made me very happy. It kinda feels like an astringent solution, but way more effective and much less irritating. I can physically see the left over dirt after applying with a cotton pad and my face is left very soft and clean. I think my only recommendation for this product would be to maybe mask the current smell, I know it's not supposed to have any fragrance, but I can smell a hint of something "chemical". In general, this is amazing product that I would recommend, I still remember the acne products from back in the day when I was a younger adult and those were all massively irritating, to the point they made acne way worse and your skin would peel off, so I guess that's why the skin ended up being forced to heal. These Panoxyl products are quite great though, gentle for what they are and effective.
- Product received for free from Crown Labs (Canada) in exchange for an honest review.
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PanOxyl Acne Wash – 4% Benzoyl Peroxide Cream
I often associate products to treat acne with dry skin and irritation, however this Panoxyl acne wash is quite gentle, while effectively removing any dirt and oils from the skin. I didn't feel any irritation or dryness even after a while, and I felt... +
I often associate products to treat acne with dry skin and irritation, however this Panoxyl acne wash is quite gentle, while effectively removing any dirt and oils from the skin. I didn't feel any irritation or dryness even after a while, and I felt like it had some oil control properties. However, I would suggest maybe masking the smell, since I found it a bit strong, though I know it doesn't have any fragrances, but it smelled a bit "chemical". I don't know if that's possible though, as I understand that things like fragrances can make acne worse or cause skin reactions. At the end, I would still buy this acne wash and recommend it, it's quite mild and efficient, I mean just by using the wash alone, I noticed less swelling from some of the pimples I had, so that tells me that this is a strong and effective product, but without the dry skin and irritation.
- Product received for free from Crown Labs (Canada) in exchange for an honest review.
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NEUTROGENA® Hydro Boost Ultra Hydrating Serum Fragrance Free
I'm already a fan of Neutrogena, but this serum is quite amazing! It's super light, easy to apply with no mess or oiliness, absorbs really fast and leaves your skin feeling soft and hydrated! It's so light, it feels like your bare skin, but very... +
I'm already a fan of Neutrogena, but this serum is quite amazing! It's super light, easy to apply with no mess or oiliness, absorbs really fast and leaves your skin feeling soft and hydrated! It's so light, it feels like your bare skin, but very hydrated and plump. I don't think I have ever tried anything like this before, I would say this product can even compete with some of the higher end brands out there! I wish the bottle was bigger though, but yeah this is absolutely a high quality product and I would recommend it! I also didn't have any reactions to it or irritation, so to me this is a must-have, especially to use at night before going to bed, since I love waking up with amazing skin ready to apply makeup! - Product received for free in exchange for an honest review. -
NEUTROGENA® Hydro Boost Gel Cream Extra-Dry
I already love Neutrogena products and as expected, this hydrating cream didn't dissapoint! The texture is like a combination between a gel and a regular face cream, which I believe gets absorbed faster. However, I noticed that it's a bit oily, but... +
I already love Neutrogena products and as expected, this hydrating cream didn't dissapoint! The texture is like a combination between a gel and a regular face cream, which I believe gets absorbed faster. However, I noticed that it's a bit oily, but I guess that also helps to retain moisture for a longer period of time, so I prefer to use this cream in the evenings, after taking all makeup off and letting my skin recover at the end of the day, followed by the serum of the same brand/line before going to bed. I honestly believe this is the best drugstore brand out there for skincare, plus it's affordable and straight to the point. Also, it didn't cause me any irritation and my skin was so plumped and soft! I would 100% recommend it! - Product received for free in exchange for an honest review. -
YSL Lashclash Mascara
I have probably bought and tried hundreds of mascaras by now, but only a very few have left an impression on me. I'm glad to say that I will be adding the YSL Lashclash Mascara to my list of must-haves and a good percentage of that decision has to... +
I have probably bought and tried hundreds of mascaras by now, but only a very few have left an impression on me. I'm glad to say that I will be adding the YSL Lashclash Mascara to my list of must-haves and a good percentage of that decision has to do with the brush, I like that it's actually big enough to cover most of the lashes at the same time, and the particular order of the fibers actually separates lashes effectively, which combined with the actual light weight liquid product, it keeps lashes curled without clumping. However, I noticed that it dries quite fast, so if more than one layer is applied, it has to be very fast, otherwise yes, some clumps might form. As an added bonus, this mascara is not irritating at all, it feels quite light and the packaging is beautiful and light weight, I would definetly recommend it, it's a must-try. - Product received for free in exchange for an honest review. -
Nair Wax Ready Strips with White Lily Extract - Face 6/24CT
Most people immediately think that waxing = pain, but these days I can't believe how sophisticated and practical waxing has gotten. These Nair wax strips are amazing, no need to even heat them with your hands, in fact, they work better cold... +
Most people immediately think that waxing = pain, but these days I can't believe how sophisticated and practical waxing has gotten. These Nair wax strips are amazing, no need to even heat them with your hands, in fact, they work better cold. However, in order for the process to be completely painless, I think it has a lot to do with technique, so here are a few tips: 1. Make sure the strips are cold, don't warm them, 2. When separating them, open them fast, 3. When pulling the wax, do it quickly and on the opposite direction of hair growth, 4. You can cut the strips (before unwrapping them) to a custom size, I personally use eyebrow scissors for that, 5. Keep in mind that the wipe provided in the box is very oily, it's literal oil, so keep some normal facial wipes around to clean your hands after use and avoid messes (those oil wipes are extremely effective to remove any left over wax by the way). In general, it's a pretty straightforward process, just make sure to follow the instructions and recommendations properly, but yeah these wax strips are VERY gentle and perfect for sensitive skin. I'm Latina, of the hairy variety lol, so I know what I'm talking about here, Nair is definetly a brand I trust and recommend, they always come up with new and innovative products that are quite helpful and comfortable to use.
- Product received for free from Church & Dwight Canada in exchange for an honest review.
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Grown Alchemist Skin Defense Primer
Honestly, as soon as I saw that the product was a transparent gel, I thought it was yet another one of those silicon primers, which I'm not a fan of, since they feel quite suffocating on the skin. However, I was pleasantly surprised after I applied... +
Honestly, as soon as I saw that the product was a transparent gel, I thought it was yet another one of those silicon primers, which I'm not a fan of, since they feel quite suffocating on the skin. However, I was pleasantly surprised after I applied this primer, it immediately melted into my skin and it felt as if it had turned into water but while also sticking to my skin, if that makes any sense. It was a very unique sensation, I don't think I have ever tried a product like this before. Afterwards, you are left with very silky skin, which is perfect to apply makeup, though I think it would be even better to apply a gel moisturizer before the primer if your skin is very dry, but still, this primer does an amazing job on its own. I like using powders when I do my makeup, so my foundation is a powder and it did well with this primer, which helped a lot with skin texture and pores. I would say this primer is similar to silicon primers that control texture and pores, but way lighter and hydrating, it doesn't create a heavy or greasy film that clogs pores, it's like a major upgrade from those silicon primers, I think even better than cream primers. You would have to try it to see what I mean, trust me, you haven't tried anything like this before. The only thing that I believe needs improvement would be the packaging, I think a more flexible soft plastic tube with a narrow opening would be more efficient. Also, a little bit of product won't cover your entire face, you need to use more, but I guess that's just due to the nature of the product and how it's made. This is still an amazing primer though, I had truly given up on finding a good primer, so I think this will become my new holy grail and trust me it's hard to impress me. I recommend this so much, you need to try it at least once, my make up stays put for many hours as well, so it's not just the silky application, it also helps makeup last, just give it a try!
- Product received for free from Grown Alchemist in exchange for an honest review.
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Grown Alchemist Restorative Body Cream
I hadn't tried a body cream so rich in a while, especially one that has so many natural ingredients. I tend to get overwhelmed by regular body creams that don't really nourish your skin, they only relieve the dryness for a little while and have a... +
I hadn't tried a body cream so rich in a while, especially one that has so many natural ingredients. I tend to get overwhelmed by regular body creams that don't really nourish your skin, they only relieve the dryness for a little while and have a very strong fragrance. However, this restorative body cream delivers great results and truly helps your skin to remain moisturized and slowly heal again. I was very impressed with how the flakey dry spots on my skin, immediately became moisturized after application without any stinging or uncomfortable sensations, since this cream is not irritating at all. It's also not greasy and the fragrance is amazing, it smells very natural but never overwhelming. I would definetly recommend this product.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Grown Alchemist Energize Body Cleanser
I'm usually very careful with any body wash that says "energizing" because they are usually very strong and have that "fresh/cool" sensation that basically feels like someone dumped a cold bucket of water on you. However, this is the very first time... +
I'm usually very careful with any body wash that says "energizing" because they are usually very strong and have that "fresh/cool" sensation that basically feels like someone dumped a cold bucket of water on you. However, this is the very first time I see an energizing body wash that is NOT irritating, doesn't have the fresh/cool feeling, but instead smells absolutely amazing, nourishes your skin AND hydrates. I had some very dry spots due to the heating inside my home and because of the cold outside and this body wash managed to calm those down. I was so surprised because I have tried so many moisturizers and none of them had any lasting effects, but this body wash hydrated those very dry spots the entire day. I'm so amazed I think I have found a holy grail, I think everyone should try it at least once, especially anyone with dry skin. I definetly fell in love after the first use.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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DAP AMP Advanced Modified Polymer All Weather Window, Door and Siding Sealant 266 mL Crystal Clear
This sealant is great! I can tell it's good quality right away, there's no bothersome smell, dries quickly and works on humid surfaces! We have been having some issues with our balcony glass doors, the winds get very strong in the 17th floor where... +
This sealant is great! I can tell it's good quality right away, there's no bothersome smell, dries quickly and works on humid surfaces! We have been having some issues with our balcony glass doors, the winds get very strong in the 17th floor where we live and we can feel some of the wind coming inside, so we were looking for a strong sealant, especially since it's winter now and the cold causes the window to get wet all day, so it becomes harder to seal anything. However, this product worked great, it was easy to use, didn't smell like anything, was able to apply it on a cold and humid surface and it dried quite fast. I'm actually impressed and in the process to buy some more to now seal all the windows in the apartment. I love this, really solve a big problem we had and we can now be warm during winter.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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