TigerLilly
Member Since: August 7, 2007Reviews
Maybelline New York Color Sensational Lipcolor
Overall I like this collection of lipsticks for the following reasons: -large variety of colours -the case is very sleek and cool -they stay on for a fairly long time. For a whole day I re-applied 1-2 times. If I just went out for an evening I... +
Overall I like this collection of lipsticks for the following reasons:
-large variety of colours
-the case is very sleek and cool
-they stay on for a fairly long time. For a whole day I re-applied 1-2 times. If I just went out for an evening I probably wouldn't have to reapply.
-some of the colours have a little shimmer to them
-they smell very nice but are not overwhelming
-they don't dry out my lips like some other "long-lasting" lipsticks
The four colours I tried were "Very Cherry", "Coral Crush", "Sweet Nectar" and "Plum Paradise".
"Very Cherry" is very bright red. Brighter than what I'm normally used to. If I need a bright red lipstick I would definitely use this but that's rare for me. It was interesting to try and out of my normal comfort zone which is why I got it.
"Coral Crush" is a weird colour. When I opened up the lipstick case is was an extremely bright pink, almost neon pink. On the website, "Coral Crush" definitely doesn't look this bright, so I recommend definitely looking at the actual shades in a store first before purchasing these lipsticks. But when I received it and tried it, it actually went on more lightly. So I think as long as you don't layer it on too much, it can be a very nice pink.
I like both "Sweet Nectar" and "Plum Paradise". "Sweet Nectar" is normally a colour I'd use and "Plum Paradise" is a bit different for me as I don't wear purple lipsticks but it's not too bright and has a bit of a shimmer to it.
I would definitely buy "Sweet Nectar" and "Plum Paradise" again. I might buy "Coral Crush" again or would consider trying a different pink instead. These are pretty good lipsticks and I like them. For the price of $10 I'd buy them although I might try different shades to shake things up.
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The Body Shop Shea Body Butter
I've never used body butter before but my skin gets very dry in the winter so I thought I'd give it a try. I think his product is very good for dry skin! As a "butter" its consistency is much thicker than lotion, in fact, it's a... +
I've never used body butter before but my skin gets very dry in the winter so I thought I'd give it a try. I think his product is very good for dry skin!
As a "butter" its consistency is much thicker than lotion, in fact, it's a butter-like consistency :P It did take me a bit to get used to scraping it out of the container as opposed to pumping it out like I normally do with lotion. I also found that I had to rub a little more in to get into my skin. The result was that my skin felt very hydrated. I used it in the morning and at night (after I shower) and find that does a really good job and I don't feel that I need to moisturize again during the day.
I really like the smell of this too. For some Body Shop items I find the smells are too much but this was a bit more subtle. So it smells good but isn't too overwhelming.
The only thing I don't like about this product is it's price, $20. For me, that's a lot to spend on a lotion. But I don't need to use too much on my skin so it'd last quite a long time. If I were to buy this again I'd probably just use it on my extremely dry areas - feet, hands and sometimes legs, just so I don't waste a product this expensive on other parts of my body that don't need it.
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Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash
I've never used a moisturizing body wash before because I didn't think it'd work. After using this for a week it did moisturize my skin. This summer my legs and fingers were a bit dry and after using this for a week they were not as dry... +
I've never used a moisturizing body wash before because I didn't think it'd work. After using this for a week it did moisturize my skin. This summer my legs and fingers were a bit dry and after using this for a week they were not as dry as before.
The smell is very nice. Very subtle with nothing strong and perfume-like. It didn't irritate my skin either.
Having not tried any other moisturizing body wash I'm unsure how this compares to others in terms of quality and price. It does it job though - it moisturizes.
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Always Infinity Pads
These pads are great! I've always used Always pads (no pun intended) and have had some problems with them but these new versions have solved all my previous negative criticisms. I found that other pads tend to be thick and bulky and will bunch... +
These pads are great! I've always used Always pads (no pun intended) and have had some problems with them but these new versions have solved all my previous negative criticisms.
I found that other pads tend to be thick and bulky and will bunch when I wear them. I either walk uncomfortably or have to adjust while I'm walking (which isn't something I want to do in public). These pads are thin! Not so thin that I forget about them completely but thin enough that it's not a bother.
Since they are so thin I thought they wouldn't be very absorbent but I was proven wrong! They are extremely absorbent! I tend to have a pretty heavy flow but this did a good job for a solid few hours.
Another problem I have is that some pads don't absorb very well and there's always that "wet" feeling because everything stays at the top of the pad. For these pads, the liquid is pulled to the bottom. When I was changing the pad I couldn't believe it was so dry so I thought I had a huge leak somewhere but no, everything was sucked to the bottom of the pad.
When I next buy a bunch of overnight pads I will purchase these and see if I can sleep with them comfortably. I tend to have to adjust my sleeping position when on my period because the pads will leak but I have a feeling these will solve that problem.
I think these are AWESOME and am definitely switching to these from now on.
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Always Flexi-Style Liners
I must say, these are the best liners I've ever tried (mind you I've only tried one or two others) and I'm definitely converting to these from now on. They're THIN! So thin that I hardly notice that they're there. They also... +
I must say, these are the best liners I've ever tried (mind you I've only tried one or two others) and I'm definitely converting to these from now on.
They're THIN! So thin that I hardly notice that they're there. They also stick to the underwear very well and are therefore very flexible. They're also very absorbent enough for my purposes. I could see, depending on your flow, that they might not be absorbent enough for you but you'd have to try it to figure it out. I find with other liners that they don't stick as well and as a result they bunch up. I love how these ones don't have those problems!
The only criticism I have is that the regular ones didn't have enough coverage for me. When I buy them next time I'll buy the long ones opposed to the regular length ones.
I'd DEFINITELY recommend this product to others!
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Tula Hot Yoga
I went to a free hot yoga class here awhile ago. The receptionists were very nice to me. When I came it the receptionist was a female and when I left it was a male. Both were polite, gave advice and asked my opinions on the classes. I went to a... +
I went to a free hot yoga class here awhile ago.
The receptionists were very nice to me. When I came it the receptionist was a female and when I left it was a male. Both were polite, gave advice and asked my opinions on the classes.
I went to a hot power flow class which was a bit over my level but since it was free I went for it anyway. Unlike some other hot yoga classes there was no 2 mins break in the middle. I did not like the instructor. Especially compared to the instructors I've had at The Yoga Sanctuary (where I regularly go) this instructor did not seem very competent. She was knowledgeable about the poses and did fix my posture once. She probably knew there were many beginners and new people because this was free class and it was advertised for all levels but she didn't explain the poses at all and just expected everyone to follow. I am probably a novice in yoga and had trouble following her because she wasn't very clear.
The prices are $12-$18/class depending if you buy a punch card or not. I would definitely not go for $18/class, that's pretty ridiculous in my opinion.
Overall, I probably wouldn't go again. I would want to check out a more beginner class with a different instructor but wouldn't want to pay $18/class to do so. And I wouldn't commit myself to going to 10 classes if I didn't like it. The beginner special $10 for the first class and a free second class is a good way to test the waters to see if it's for you.
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Maybelline New York Pulse Perfection Vibrating Mascara
The Packaging and Instructions: The instructions are very easy to follow. Remove the plastic stick then press the button to make it vibrate and move it from the roots to the tips. Application: The application for me was difficult the first time. I... +
The Packaging and Instructions:
The instructions are very easy to follow. Remove the plastic stick then press the button to make it vibrate and move it from the roots to the tips.
Application:
The application for me was difficult the first time. I held the wand up to my lashes and wasn't pressing the button hard enough or in the right spot so it'd just stay there until I figured it out. Once I pressed the button correctly it was a surprise and I'd poke myself in the eye. This was a learning experience and I improved the second time around. The vibrations do feel a little weird but it's not that big of a deal. I only needed 1-2 coats.
Results
I think the mascara quality is a little goopy and as a result I had clumps on my lashes. But that could also be because I kept the wand on my lashes for too long. It did a good job lengthening and separating my lashes but didn't add volume.
Overall I think this is better than some mascaras I've tried but I've also had better, which is why I gave it an average rating. I probably wouldn't buy this mascara again due to the clumping and the fact that I don't get as much volume as I'd like. In my mascara I would like no clumping, lengthening and volume and this one didn't give me all 3. The lengthening is better than some other mascaras that I've tried so if that's what you're mainly looking for I think this would be a good product for you.
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Maybelline New York Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation
The packaging is nice and it's an easy way to dispense the liquid foundation. I have used one other liquid foundation and I had to scoop it out of the bottle with a Q-tip so this was very helpful. My previous problem with liquid foundations... +
The packaging is nice and it's an easy way to dispense the liquid foundation. I have used one other liquid foundation and I had to scoop it out of the bottle with a Q-tip so this was very helpful.
My previous problem with liquid foundations were (1) it'd cake on my face after awhile, (2) it wouldn't last the whole day (either via caking and looking weird or it'd just fade, (3) it'd feel really oily and (4) it feels heavy.
I put on the foundation at 9am and was out the whole day, I didn't get back until 10:30pm. I have very oily and extremely sensitive skin so I was surprised that my face didn't react harshly to this like previous foundations. I put it to the day test to see if it'd last the day. I was impressed that it didn't feel too heavy. Perhaps it was because I didn't apply as much on my face as before (I'm not sure but is a possibility) or maybe because it's just lighter.
It didn't last the whole day for me. By 12:30pm I noticed that the coverage was still there but definitely not as good as the morning. By 6pm it didn't seem to make much of a difference at all anymore. Although my face didn't feel that oily at first by 6pm is was oilier than usual. I should probably carry those oil absorbing sheets with me if I wear this again.
Would I buy this in the store? I probably wouldn't but I don't think it's a bad liquid foundation, it's just not for me. Of this one and the other one I've tried (L'Oreal True Match) I'd probably pick this one because it didn't cake on my face, it's not as heavy and the dispensing method is very convenient. I still had the problem of it not lasting as long as I'd like and the oily feeling on my face. Maybe if I carried a press powder with me to do touch ups it'd be more worthwhile but I don't.
If given the option I'd probably buy a press powder mineral foundation with me so I'm able to touch up when I need to. It's also lighter, does not give me an oily feeling and has an spf. Overall I'd recommend it to someone that was looking for a liquid foundation but would personally choose a mineral foundation over this one.
PROS
-colour matched well
-did not cake on my face (pretty huge)
-gave good coverage
-my skin didn't react to it
CONS
-did not last the whole day
-still have the oily feeling
-no spf coverage
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Nestlé NOIR Mousse Delicate Dark Chocolate
I received this along with the Milk version for the product reviews. I post the same thing, with slight variations in both product reviews. The first thing I will talk about the packaging. I really like parts of the packaging. It's not covered... +
I received this along with the Milk version for the product reviews. I post the same thing, with slight variations in both product reviews.
The first thing I will talk about the packaging. I really like parts of the packaging. It's not covered in a wrapper like an Aero bar. I find that packaging can be annoying to wrap back up if I don't eat all of it. The lid doesn't come completely off like a regular box of chocolates but is hinged at one side so it opens like a door. Except the door is flipped 90 degrees (I hope that made sense). Although I initially found the packaging interesting it then became annoying. There is a little tag you have to unseal from the lid and then insert into the bottom of the box to close it. I was unsure what to do and had to think a little bit. Even so, I did that incorrectly on the first box but managed to close it on the second box. Personally I found it a little annoying to figure out and it took more effort that I think it should take to close a box of chocolates. I'm probably not going to use those tags and set a book on it to ensure that it stays closed and nothing gets in it.
Next is the taste. I think it's about an average taste. I've had better chocolate but I've also had worse. I prefer dark chocolate in general, therefore I prefer the dark chocolate over the milk chocolate. I liked the dark mousse and dark chocolate together. I think they compliment each other better than the milk and dark chocolate although that's just my personal preference. The mousse inside is nice - very soft.
For the price, I think it's decent. You get 10 pieces of chocolate and I don't think I could eat too many of the at once.
The main question that comes to mind is if I would buy it again? I would consider it but it's not my favourite chocolate. Unless I really wanted something with the mousse inside, for $3.99 I'd probably get something else. That's not to say it's bad, because it's not, I just personally prefer other chocolate over this one.
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Nestlé NOIR Mousse Delicate Milk Chocolate
I received this along with the Dark version for the product reviews. I post the same thing, with slight variations in both product reviews. The first thing I will talk about the packaging. I really like parts of the packaging. It's not covered... +
I received this along with the Dark version for the product reviews. I post the same thing, with slight variations in both product reviews.
The first thing I will talk about the packaging. I really like parts of the packaging. It's not covered in a wrapper like an Aero bar. I find that packaging can be annoying to wrap back up if I don't eat all of it. The lid doesn't come completely off like a regular box of chocolates but is hinged at one side so it opens like a door. Except the door is flipped 90 degrees (I hope that made sense). Although I initially found the packaging interesting it then became annoying. There is a little tag you have to unseal from the lid and then insert into the bottom of the box to close it. I was unsure what to do and had to think a little bit. Even so, I did that incorrectly on the first box but managed to close it on the second box. Personally I found it a little annoying to figure out and it took more effort that I think it should take to close a box of chocolates. I'm probably not going to use those tags and set a book on it to ensure that it stays closed and nothing gets in it.
Next is the taste. I think it's about an average taste. I've had better chocolate but I've also had worse. I prefer dark chocolate in general, therefore I prefer the dark chocolate over the milk chocolate. For some reason I didn't like now the mousse and milk chocolate mixed in my mouth because it left a weird aftertaste. The mousse inside is nice - very soft.
For the price, I think it's decent. You get 10 pieces of chocolate and I don't think I could eat too many of the at once.
The main question that comes to mind is if I would buy it again? I would consider it but it's not my favourite chocolate. Unless I really wanted something with the mousse inside, for $3.99 I'd probably get something else. That's not to say it's bad, because it's not, I just personally prefer other chocolate over this one.
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