spoony
Member Since: September 16, 2008Reviews
LUSH Snow Fairy Shower Gel
Every year when the holidays are over, I realize that I had wanted to try Snow Fairy, but missed my chance yet again. This year I made sure to snag a bottle as soon as it was available. Was it as good as everyone says? Indeed! It's a sweetly... +
Every year when the holidays are over, I realize that I had wanted to try Snow Fairy, but missed my chance yet again. This year I made sure to snag a bottle as soon as it was available. Was it as good as everyone says?
Indeed! It's a sweetly scented (like candy) shower gel that's pink, with irridescent sparkle! What is there not to love. It should be noted that no, the shimmer does not make you look like a glitter bomb, in fact it does not stay on your skin at all. It is a tad pricey if you get the smaller bottle though, so take a chance. It is worth it to buy big,
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Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Hand Lotions
I usually have both hand cream and hand sanitizer in my purse, but this handy creation combines them both into one tube. I love that I can sanitize my hands quickly without all the drying effects of the alcohol in regular sanitizers. Plus the scents... +
I usually have both hand cream and hand sanitizer in my purse, but this handy creation combines them both into one tube. I love that I can sanitize my hands quickly without all the drying effects of the alcohol in regular sanitizers. Plus the scents available are pretty great too. -
China Glaze Nail Polish in Holly-Day
I have a major soft spot for China Glaze nail polishes (okay, so I have a soft spot for all nail polish, but whatever) I was excited to see what the China Glaze Holiday Collection had in store. My favourite shade is Holly-Day; a deep creamy green... +
I have a major soft spot for China Glaze nail polishes (okay, so I have a soft spot for all nail polish, but whatever) I was excited to see what the China Glaze Holiday Collection had in store.
My favourite shade is Holly-Day; a deep creamy green. it isn't quite dark enough to classify as a hunter green, but it does have some depth. It applies easily in two coats with a glossy shiny finish. Perfection!
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the Balm "Muppet Show" Cast Your Shadow Face Palette
the Balm makes some of the most buttery smooth, pigmented shadows that I have ever used, and this palette is no exception (can you tell I like it?) You not only get the limited edition Muppet themed palette, but you also get 16 super gorgeous... +
the Balm makes some of the most buttery smooth, pigmented shadows that I have ever used, and this palette is no exception (can you tell I like it?)
You not only get the limited edition Muppet themed palette, but you also get 16 super gorgeous shadows, and three lip/cheek colours. I am usually a bit weary when purchasing palettes, as I don't like paying for shades that I know I won't use. That is not an issue with this one; every colour (well, save for one, but it is so pretty I might try it) is super wearable. There are no "dud" shades in terms of quality either, each shade is a pigmented and smooth as the last.
The lip/cheek products are also great; they're creamy and soft, and have a separate flap over them to keep them soft and to prevent shadow dust from contaminating them. The lip gloss has good pigmentation and doesn't dry out your lips, while the cheek/lip stains are soft and creamy with a good dose of colour. They aren't the longest lasting stains, but still look very pretty on. The shades are also universal and can flatter pretty much every skin tone.
Overall, a really great palette and worth picking up if you get the chance.
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eos Organic Smooth Spheres Lip Balm
I guess I'll just jump to the point: average. This balm is just average. It has a firm texture (it has to to hold it's cute spherical shape) and applies in a really thin layer. To get a good amount on you have to really go over your lips a... +
I guess I'll just jump to the point: average.
This balm is just average. It has a firm texture (it has to to hold it's cute spherical shape) and applies in a really thin layer. To get a good amount on you have to really go over your lips a few times. The balm is okay, it does moisturize, but you have to apply it pretty frequently. The scent is great (I have summer berry) and the shape is totally unique and fun. I still use mine, but I don't reach for it when my lips are in need of major moisture.
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OPI The Muppets - Divine Swine
This is a full on glitter bomb! It is made up of purple micro glitter and larger silver hexagonal glitter suspended in a clear base. It is a fun colour that you can wear opaque if you want to layer it on, or wear it over a similar colour to and get... +
This is a full on glitter bomb! It is made up of purple micro glitter and larger silver hexagonal glitter suspended in a clear base. It is a fun colour that you can wear opaque if you want to layer it on, or wear it over a similar colour to and get a similar look with less layers.
For a glitter, I found this polish to wear pretty well, but it still had a tendency to chip easier than a cream or shimmer finish. Overall, a cute polish to have in your stash.
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OPI Holiday 2011 The Muppets Collection in Rainbow Connection
This is a really fun polish and is pretty versitile as it can be worn so many ways: - opaque - layered with sheer polish "sandwich" style - as a top coat it is made up of multi coloured and multi shaped glitter in a clear base. It can be worn... +
This is a really fun polish and is pretty versitile as it can be worn so many ways:
- opaque
- layered with sheer polish "sandwich" style
- as a top coat
it is made up of multi coloured and multi shaped glitter in a clear base. It can be worn opaque for a full on glitter bomb, but it will take 3-4 coats. And a lot of patience during removal.
BUT there are a lot of polishes that can be dupes (or almost dupes) that are more accessible and at a lower price point. The Kardashian Kolors by Nicole by OPI has a dupe. Yeah, OPI duping themselves... go figure. Anyhow, who can resist a little sparkle?
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M.A.C Satin Lipstick
MAC's satin finish is not one of my favourite finishes as I find it to be a bit too dry most of the time. They don't wear matte, but the overall texture is a bit less creamy than other finishes. Of course that can easily be remedied by a... +
MAC's satin finish is not one of my favourite finishes as I find it to be a bit too dry most of the time. They don't wear matte, but the overall texture is a bit less creamy than other finishes. Of course that can easily be remedied by a layer of balm before hand or a bit of gloss on top. They do last really well and of course come in such a great range of shades. -
MAC Cosmetics Cremesheen Lipstick
Creamsheens are my favourite finish when it comes to MAC lipsticks: they are creamy and glide on easily. They don't dry out your lips like other formulas can and they have a hint of shine to them. The colour selection is great and they are... +
Creamsheens are my favourite finish when it comes to MAC lipsticks: they are creamy and glide on easily. They don't dry out your lips like other formulas can and they have a hint of shine to them. The colour selection is great and they are always releasing new shades. A must try! -
Clinique Lash Doubling Mascara
I got a deluxe sample of this in one of my Luxe Boxes, and at first it wasn't too bad, but the more I used it the less I liked it. First, it most defiantly does not double lashes. It lengthens okay but doesn't provide quite enough volume... +
I got a deluxe sample of this in one of my Luxe Boxes, and at first it wasn't too bad, but the more I used it the less I liked it.
First, it most defiantly does not double lashes. It lengthens okay but doesn't provide quite enough volume for my liking. I do like the style of the brush though; it's a conical wire brush and it does reach pretty much every lash. Overall, not the best choice mascara for me. Oh, and it ran really easily. Just the bit of tearing from yawning and it would smudge. Not so cute.
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