suekitty13
Member Since: March 27, 2014Reviews
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Dynamic Hydration Power Serum
The first thing I noticed about this serum is the very pretty bottle. The glass is solid and it feels like an expensive product. The serum is a light blue gel with a fairly strong clean perfume scent. This fades in a few minutes and it wasn't enough... +
The first thing I noticed about this serum is the very pretty bottle. The glass is solid and it feels like an expensive product. The serum is a light blue gel with a fairly strong clean perfume scent. This fades in a few minutes and it wasn't enough to bother me. After using it my skin feels hydrated and soothed. I've been using it day and night on my dry cheeks and it has really made a difference. It takes a bit to absorb completely but after it does I apply my powder foundation over the top without any issues. I've had no problems with breakouts or greasiness from this serum. I use one pump each application and I think this bottle will not last overly long as after a week I have used a visible amount. With the price it makes me a bit reluctant to repurchase. I do really like the product however so I will consider it.
I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but my opinion is my own.
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Adrien Gagnon Decadent Fudge Nutriforme Bars
I'm a girl who likes to eat so the idea of a bar replacing a meal is not a likely prospect for me. I was happy to see that in the box of bars was a sensible meal plan which contained actual food to supplement the bars. I am not trying to lose weight... +
I'm a girl who likes to eat so the idea of a bar replacing a meal is not a likely prospect for me. I was happy to see that in the box of bars was a sensible meal plan which contained actual food to supplement the bars. I am not trying to lose weight but I often get busy and forget to eat lunch so having a nutritious bar is a great option for me. I found the flavour to be very fudgey and rich but not overly sweet. The bars have a really nice texture to them that other bars often lack. Even though I'm not a big chocolate lover I enjoyed the taste quite a bit. I see that they come in a peanut butter version which is more to my taste so I'll be purchasing those next. -
Adrien Gagnon Super Energex
This stuff is amazing! I've had really great results and actually have already purchased more. I am battling a serious illness and take a prescription medication to help me have enough energy to function at a minimum level during the day. In order... +
This stuff is amazing! I've had really great results and actually have already purchased more. I am battling a serious illness and take a prescription medication to help me have enough energy to function at a minimum level during the day. In order to test this properly I stopped the medication and spent a few days off of it first. As expected I felt dog tired! From the first day that I started the Energex I felt much less fatigued and more able to do normal daily tasks. A few days in to the trial and I was hooked! Energex works just as well as if not better than the prescription medication without any side effects. I feel so much better and am so grateful to have found this product. I'm recommending it to everyone I know!
I'm not sure about the negative comments about the taste and smell of the liquid because I find it smells and tastes like a creamsicle, a vanilla orange but definitely not a strong orange. It is sweet and delicious and I look forward to taking it every morning.
I received this product free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but my opinion is my own.
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NIVEA 3-in-1 Gentle Cleansing Wipes
These wipes have a subtle fragrance and are large enough and sturdy enough to use just one for the entire face. They were only moderately effective at removing mascara and I don't think they could handle waterproof mascara but for my foundation... +
These wipes have a subtle fragrance and are large enough and sturdy enough to use just one for the entire face. They were only moderately effective at removing mascara and I don't think they could handle waterproof mascara but for my foundation, blush, brow gel and lip stain they worked just fine. I did find that they sting a little if I use them around my eyes so I probably would use a separate eye-makeup remover or use them on days when I wear minimal makeup. They are advertised as being for dry skin and I think that is true as they leave skin quite soft and moisturized but with a bit of an oily film. This was great on my dry cheeks but left my forehead and nose very shiny and slick. I used a toner after using these wipes to get rid of the oil they left behind. I think for someone with very dry skin who wears minimal makeup these would be sufficient but for me they weren't my favorite. As a product that is meant to save time and be an all-in-one I found I had to use several other products with it to completely remove makeup and the oily residue these wipes left behind. I'm also a little concerned about all the chemicals in the ingredient list and would prefer a more natural formula.
I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but my opinion is my own.
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NIVEA Express Eye Make-Up Remover
I prefer unscented products for around my eyes and I was pleased that I didn't notice any scent with this product. It quickly and easily removed my mascara and brow gel. There was no stinging or redness so I think that as advertised it is suitable... +
I prefer unscented products for around my eyes and I was pleased that I didn't notice any scent with this product. It quickly and easily removed my mascara and brow gel. There was no stinging or redness so I think that as advertised it is suitable for sensitive eyes. I found it to be very oily and had to wash my eyes after I used the remover in order to remove the oily film left behind. I also found that it made my vision blurry for a little while and I don't think I would recommend using it with contact lenses. I most certainly would take them out first! This is a very reasonably priced product and it removes makeup as it promises so I would recommend it. Just be aware that if you don't like oily removers then this one is not for you. I will likely purchase this in the future as it is effective and I don't mind rinsing my eyes after using it.
I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but my opinion is my own.
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Lipidol Overnight Face Oil
I have dry, sensitive skin so facial oils are a must for me. My cheeks are always a bit red and feel tight and I have a little patch between my brows which is often dry and flaky. I usually use facial oil on these areas before I moisturize. I love... +
I have dry, sensitive skin so facial oils are a must for me. My cheeks are always a bit red and feel tight and I have a little patch between my brows which is often dry and flaky. I usually use facial oil on these areas before I moisturize. I love the minimalist packaging but when I first opened the bottle oil had gotten into the threads in the neck of the bottle and it was quite messy. For the first few applications I just used what was in the threads and didn't have to shake out more. When I did have to shake out more it was difficult and imprecise. I much would prefer a bottle with a dropper like most other facial oils use. I like to be able to take out a few drops and don't like shaking out an amount that I can't control.
The oil itself has a bit of a fragrance but I found it pleasant and not too strong. After applying it to my dry areas I waited for it to absorb into my skin before applying moisturizer over my whole face. It didn't sink in entirely and left a oily layer on my skin. As I don't usually break out I wasn't alarmed by this but I would only use it at night because applying makeup over it would be a disaster! I feel that it did a pretty good job of moisturizing and by morning it had soaked into my skin. (Or rubbed off on my pillow. Who knows?) I am used to facial oils of a much more elegant formulation that absorb immediately into the skin and leave no residue. The slow absorption of this oil makes me question it's efficacy. How much is actually getting into the skin to do any good?
I dislike the packaging but the oil itself is fairly good. Nothing fancy but serviceable. I don't think I would purchase this again as there are other facial oils that I prefer to this formula but for straight up moisturizing dry patches it works just fine.
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Lipidol Cleansing Face Oil
I love cleansing oils for my dry, sensitive skin so I was excited to try this one out! It is considerably cheaper than my usual brands and I was hoping that it would be just as effective. It has a very faint scent but nothing unpleasant or... +
I love cleansing oils for my dry, sensitive skin so I was excited to try this one out! It is considerably cheaper than my usual brands and I was hoping that it would be just as effective. It has a very faint scent but nothing unpleasant or overpowering. I applied it to dry skin and rubbed it in, then added water to form a lather and finally rinsed. My skin didn't feel dry or tight at all but it did feel like it had a sticky film on it. I rinsed very thoroughly but I couldn't seem to get it off with just water. I used my usual toner on a cotton pad to see if the cleansing oil it had taken off all of my makeup. I only wear sunscreen, mineral powder and blush most days so not a full face of makeup or anything. The cotton pad with toner picked up a whole lot that the cleanser had left behind. This product did not do a good job of removing my minimal makeup or of cleansing! While I applaud the reasonable price and the minimalist packaging it was definitely a fail for me.
I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but my opinion is my own.
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Garnier SkinActive Micellar Water All-In-1 Normal and Sensitive Skin Cleansing Water
Wow! This is a great product! The bottle is huge so it's definitely economical. I love the simple pop top packaging which makes it easy to dispense the right amount. This clear liquid looks like water and smells like nothing which is great for... +
Wow! This is a great product! The bottle is huge so it's definitely economical. I love the simple pop top packaging which makes it easy to dispense the right amount. This clear liquid looks like water and smells like nothing which is great for easily irritated skin like mine. I found this removed makeup, sunscreen and general daily oil and grime very easily and effectively. After using it to cleanse I went back over my face with a cotton pad and my usual toner just to see if the micellar water had left anything behind and it passed with flying colours! It left my skin clean, soft and not at all stripped of moisture. I've used other, more expensive, micellar waters and this one is my favorite. I'll be repurchasing and recommending it to my friends!
I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but my opinion is my own.
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Garnier SkinActive Clearly Brighter Brightening & Smoothing Moisturizer
This moisturizer has a quite strong citrus scent but it isn't unpleasant and it seems to fade on application. The texture is a moderately thick cream as I would expect from a lotion containing sunscreen. I have quite dry skin and I did find that it... +
This moisturizer has a quite strong citrus scent but it isn't unpleasant and it seems to fade on application. The texture is a moderately thick cream as I would expect from a lotion containing sunscreen. I have quite dry skin and I did find that it was fairly moisturizing. There was no white cast on my skin but it was shiny and I felt like I needed to apply makeup over it to tone down the shine. It seemed to be fine under makeup and it didn't change the wear of my makeup. Although I was a bit worried when I saw that this contains an exfoliating acid, I didn't have any issues with sensitivity, even on my dry cheeks. I have been using it for two days now and I haven't noticed any brightening of my skin but it does feel smoother.
Overall I think this is a good product but I do have two issues. The biggest one is the low SPF. SPF 15 is just not enough. I know that the recommended minimum is SPF 30 which is what I use for daily use. If I'm going to be outside at all I use an SPF 50. I think the low SPF combined with the exfoliating acid would be a disaster for me if I were to get any sun exposure at all. My other issue is the price. This is a pretty tiny bottle and if anyone wanted to use it as their primary SPF they would go through it in a very short time. I think that I will continue to use it because I like the smoothing effect but only on days when I'm indoors and not exposed to the sun.
I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but my opinion is my own.
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Maybelline New York Dream Blender
I normally use a Beauty Blender to apply my foundation so I was interested to try this application tool out. It is a great price and I was hoping it would be my new favorite. The texture of the sponge is firmer and less spongy than the sponge I am... +
I normally use a Beauty Blender to apply my foundation so I was interested to try this application tool out. It is a great price and I was hoping it would be my new favorite. The texture of the sponge is firmer and less spongy than the sponge I am used to. It is also really small! I like to use a damp sponge and roll it across my skin to buff in the foundation for a natural finish. This sponge was much to small for this technique and it resulted in patchy coverage. The small size and pointy end make it perfect for tight spaces like under the eyes and around my nose. It really gets into the nooks and crannies! The handle was awkward and clumsy when using it on bigger areas but in these smaller spots it really helped my precision. I am a little concerned about cleaning the sponge with the handle. I worry that all the dirty water and soap will get into the handle and start growing mold or something in the part of the sponge that connects to the handle. I would recommend replacing it frequently. I think I will use this for precision work only and keep using my Beauty Blender for all-over face foundation.
I received this product for free as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club but this has not influenced my review.
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