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Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Concealer
I really really like this concealer! It's not too expensive and it lasts forever which is a great bonus! I bought this in the lightest colour available, since I am very fair. I use it to cover up redness, under-eye circles, and to cover... +
I really really like this concealer! It's not too expensive and it lasts forever which is a great bonus! I bought this in the lightest colour available, since I am very fair. I use it to cover up redness, under-eye circles, and to cover discolouration on my eyelids. It's really easy to use, doesn't streak and leaves my skin with a flawless look. I warm it up between my fingers before I apply it so that it just melts onto my face. It's a great product! very versatile, and I will repurchase. I've had my current pot for about 2 years now, and I still have many more uses ahead of me (just to give you an idea of how long it really lasts) -
COVERGIRL Fresh Complexion Under Eye Concealer
I bought this concealer a few months ago because I was looking for a cheap liquid concealer that would do the job of covering up blemished and dark circles under my eyes. I like the colour selection of this concealer - being very fair skinned, I... +
I bought this concealer a few months ago because I was looking for a cheap liquid concealer that would do the job of covering up blemished and dark circles under my eyes. I like the colour selection of this concealer - being very fair skinned, I sometimes have trouble finding products light enough for my skin tone. I like the formulation of this concealer. It's really creamy and easy to blend. I found that it tended to streak a bit, but I always apply concealer first, and then my bareminerals foundation, so I could easily cover up the streakiness. I liked the coverage it gave to my blemishes - the redness was reduced. It didn't do that great of a job of covering my under eye circles but it was better than nothing. I also liked this product over my eyelids just to reduce the looks of blue/redness on my lids. Overall, this product was pretty good for a drugstore concealer. If I don't find a better drugstore foundation, I will go back and repurchase this one. -
L'Oreal Double Extend Lash Boosting Mascara
I'm ALWAYS on the lookout for the best mascara. I tried Covergirl lash blast for a while, but I grew to dislike it. My favourite was Rimmel Sexy Curves until I discovered L'Oreal Double Extend Lash Boosting Mascara. It's a two step... +
I'm ALWAYS on the lookout for the best mascara. I tried Covergirl lash blast for a while, but I grew to dislike it. My favourite was Rimmel Sexy Curves until I discovered L'Oreal Double Extend Lash Boosting Mascara. It's a two step mascara, with a primer, and then the black mascara. Seriously girls, this mascara is epic! People have commented on my lashes, telling me they were so long and full looking. This mascara is the next best thing to fake lashes. It adds incredible length and volume. It does flake, smudge, or smear. The only way to get this mascara off is with a wet washcloth that you run over your eyes. It's awesome! LOVE LOVE LOVE this mascara! -
Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly
Nothing bad can be said about vaseline. It's an all-purpose miracle worker. I use it as a lip balm/gloss. I put it on whenever I need to throughout the day to keep my lips moisturized and every night before I go to sleep. It's amazing! My... +
Nothing bad can be said about vaseline. It's an all-purpose miracle worker. I use it as a lip balm/gloss. I put it on whenever I need to throughout the day to keep my lips moisturized and every night before I go to sleep. It's amazing! My lips never get chapped anymore. I also use it on my feet. In between pedicures, my feet are very rough and crackly, so I slather on a bunch of vaseline, put some socks on and go to bed. When I wake up in the morning, my feet are super soft! I also use it on my eyelashes sometimes to make them shiny. I've heard some people say too that putting vaseline on your eyelashes makes them longer and thicker? I don't know about that for sure though. For $3 a tub, it's the perfect price! It lasts forever too. Everybody needs vaseline! -
Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Dark Circle Eye Roller
I bought this product because i have been looking for the perfect under-eye, dark circle concealer/corrector for a while now. The stress of University has really started to show, and my my under-eye area is the worst. I like this product because it... +
I bought this product because i have been looking for the perfect under-eye, dark circle concealer/corrector for a while now. The stress of University has really started to show, and my my under-eye area is the worst. I like this product because it is an easy 2-in-1 method: i can treat the puffiness and dark circles, as well as conceal them at the same time. I concealer is a fairly universal colour, and would suit most Caucasian skin tones; however, that leaves out a huge demographic of people, and in that respect, it sucks. However, for my purposes, I noticed that the skin-toned colour of the product suited me fairly well, and it did cover my dark circles. I would have preferred a lighter colour though, because I am very fair skinned. I have noticed a slight decrease in the overall appearance of my dark circles, in the week's time that I've been using the product.
Overall, I do like this product - I'm still unsure whether I would purchase it again...I may just go back to my two step process of eye cream, and concealer. I'm sorry I couldn't be more definitive, but I think for a product like this, it's a personal preference.
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Maybelline New York Great Lash Mascara
I have used this product in the past, and didn't really think it was anything special (mind you, I was 13 and didn't think anything was special). I am fair skinned and have very blonde hair, which translates into having short, light... +
I have used this product in the past, and didn't really think it was anything special (mind you, I was 13 and didn't think anything was special). I am fair skinned and have very blonde hair, which translates into having short, light eyelashes. I bought this product about 2 weeks ago because I wanted to use it to apply mascara onto the lashes that are on the side of my eye - and I knew that Maybelline's Great Lash wand could do that for me because I know it's small. What I wasn't expecting though, was that I would love the whole product all together! Honestly, I can't believe I am raving about this mascara because all my friends hate it and I have read reviews talking about its ineffectiveness. I found this product to give my lashes great separation and volume, even considering the small brush. It takes a few sweeps of the brush to get my eyelashes at the length and volume that I like, but it's worth it! It's also easy to take off at the end of the day. One pet peeve though is that it does tend to smudge during the day, but I also have a tendency to wipe my eyes, not remembering I have makeup on. I just carry q-tips around with me to clean up my under-eye area. Overall, great product! And I love how inexpensive it is, and I can usually find it on sale. I may give the BIG brush product a try too, just to compare the effectiveness. LOVE MAYBELLINE GREAT LASH!!!
P.s. I also have the clear Maybelline Great Lash which I use as a brow gel, and sometimes just for a clear coating on my lashes
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COVERGIRL Natureluxe Silk Foundation
I am really loving this foundation...although I don't think I would categorize this product as a foundation, but more of a tinted moisturizer. Either way, I think it's still very good. The smell is so fresh; it's described by Covergirl... +
I am really loving this foundation...although I don't think I would categorize this product as a foundation, but more of a tinted moisturizer. Either way, I think it's still very good. The smell is so fresh; it's described by Covergirl as "enriched with hints of natural jojoba, rosehip & seal buckthorn extracts." It also has SPF10 which is great in a foundation. I use the colour Bamboo, number 315, which is a little bit darker than my "winter" skin tone, but I found that I don't look two-toned comparing my face to my neck; the product gives my face a little glow instead. I also don't use a brush when I put on this foundation. I just work it over my face using my fingertips. With other products, I've noticed that most of the product tends to come off more on my fingertips rather than on my face, but not with Natureluxe. I was actually surprised at how great the coverage was. I would say it's a light-medium coverage, but more medium than light (if that makes any sense).
Overall, great product. Maybe a little bit expensive, but I will definitely repurchase. I think this product would be great for summer too! Can't wait :)
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Garnier Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel-Cream (Normal to Combination)
I have never used Garnier products other than shampoo/conditioner before. I was reading the 2010 Beauty Awards issue of Allure and it said that this moisturizer was the best for normal/oily skin. I like that it's a gel, instead of a lotion... +
I have never used Garnier products other than shampoo/conditioner before. I was reading the 2010 Beauty Awards issue of Allure and it said that this moisturizer was the best for normal/oily skin. I like that it's a gel, instead of a lotion, because that way I KNOW there's no oil in it (i don't want to add any more shine to my already slick skin). The gel absorbs very quickly into my face...however, before full absorption, it is a little bit sticky, but after about 2-3 minutes, my face is completely smooth. This product has a great fresh scent! It's my favourite smelling moisturizer so far. I've been looking for a facial moisturizer to take the place of my Kiehl's one - I just don't want to pay $35 for a moisturizer anymore - and Garnier Nutrioniste Moisture Rescue Gel-Cream is my new drugstore favourite! I recommence this product to anyone wanting to combat their oily skin, while still keeping the essential moisture that your face needs. -
Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin
THESE PINS ARE AMAZING! they are advertised as being the power of 20 bobby pins and they really are! No longer do i have to poke and prod bobby pins into my head to make the perfect "ballerina bun." These pins are inexpensive, durable, and easy to... +
THESE PINS ARE AMAZING! they are advertised as being the power of 20 bobby pins and they really are! No longer do i have to poke and prod bobby pins into my head to make the perfect "ballerina bun." These pins are inexpensive, durable, and easy to use! If i can use them, anyone can! Youtube a tutorial for how to use these pins because it is so hard to explain without confusing you. But seriously, you need to buy these!!! -
L'Oréal Paris True Match Super-Blendable Powder
This powder is amazing! For a drugstore product, it offers great coverage. The formula for the true match powder is very unique - it starts off as a powder, and it almost liquifies into your skin as you brush it on. It's flawless! There are many... +
This powder is amazing! For a drugstore product, it offers great coverage. The formula for the true match powder is very unique - it starts off as a powder, and it almost liquifies into your skin as you brush it on. It's flawless! There are many different colours to choose from, which means that there is a hue for everyone. I have gone through 3 or 4 of these compacts. They're easy to carry around in your purse; they come with a mirror and a sponge. They're inexpensive too, which makes it great for revamping your makeup look throughout different seasons. A definite must in an cosmetic bag. -
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