trishka
Member Since: July 18, 2013Reviews
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne-Prone Skin Peel-Off Mask
I received this for free from the product review club. I loved the smell of this as it was so refreshing. I like that it has a nice colour so it is easy enough to see where it was applied. It's hard to tell exactly how well it works at acne... +
I received this for free from the product review club. I loved the smell of this as it was so refreshing. I like that it has a nice colour so it is easy enough to see where it was applied. It's hard to tell exactly how well it works at acne prevention, having only used it once, but as a mask it is great. I felt like it deep cleaned my pores and my skin felt smoother. It was quite easy to peel off, no major tugging or pulling of my skin. I did find in spots that weren't quite dry, it needed some water to remove.
Unfortunately, due to the packaging, I have to rate it lower. I really, really do not like this type of packaging. For anything other than sheet masks (and even then), I do not understand single use packaging. This type of packaging is incredibly wasteful. Plastic bottles are not much better but at least they not as wasteful. This type of packaging is also wasteful of the product. There was so much left over after I applied I probably could have done some spot treatments with the amount that was left. Due to the type of packaging, you can't save it for another time. It is also makes the application an incredibly messy process. My bathroom counter was covered in pink goo as the mask go all over the outside of the packet and all over my hands. You have to dig into the package to get the product out from the packet folds, which causes it to get everywhere. The packaging means I will not be purchasing. There are a ton of peel off masks that do the same job but with better packaging and effectiveness.
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Aveeno Positively Radiant MaxGlow Infusion Drops
I received this for free from the product review club. These drops can be used on their own or mixed into a moisturizer. I tried both ways. When used on their own, it's a great moisturizer and gives a nice fresh look. My skin just soaked it up... +
I received this for free from the product review club. These drops can be used on their own or mixed into a moisturizer. I tried both ways. When used on their own, it's a great moisturizer and gives a nice fresh look. My skin just soaked it up and felt instantly smoother and softer. When mixed in with a moisturizer, that's when it really works. I mixed it in with my morning sunscreen and not only did my skin feel soft, it looks so dewy. I didn't really feel like I got that dewy look with it on its own, but that is probably because other products were put over top of it.
The only thing I didn't like about it is the dropper sometimes is really inconsistent. Sometimes it would dispense a little amount and other times it would dispense a huge amount.
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Aveeno Positively Radiant MaxGlow Peel-Off Mask
I received this for free through the product review club. I use a mask once a week and typically stick with clay or sheet masks. One of the reasons I don't love peel off masks is that it is very difficult to get the right amount in order to peel... +
I received this for free through the product review club. I use a mask once a week and typically stick with clay or sheet masks. One of the reasons I don't love peel off masks is that it is very difficult to get the right amount in order to peel off smoothly. This one is no exception. It's nice that it goes on green so that you can see where it is but you need a lot of it. The first time I put what I thought was a decent layer but it kept peeling off in little pieces that I just washed my face entirely. The next couple of times I increased the amount and found it was much easier to peel. Because of the amount that you need, I'm not sure that this is worth the cost. I don't think the bottle will last very long. I also wish it had a different applicator (similar to the one on the sleep mask) as I feel like I waste so much product.
For it's effectiveness, it hits its mark. It left my skin feeling refreshed and smooth. It looked brighter and less dull. Definitely got that glowing feeling.
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Aveeno Positively Radiant MaxGlow No-Mess Sleep Mask
I received this for free as part of the product review club. The sleep mask is supposed to work while you are sleeping. In the morning, you wash your face and carry on as you normally would. I find this does a pretty decent job of moisturizing... +
I received this for free as part of the product review club. The sleep mask is supposed to work while you are sleeping. In the morning, you wash your face and carry on as you normally would. I find this does a pretty decent job of moisturizing your skin. I would wake up with baby soft skin and no trace of it on my pillows. I also really like the applicator. It's a squeeze tube with a paddle like applicator that you use to apply to your face. It helps to keep you from wasting the product. Overall, its a pretty simple product that does a pretty good job. -
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream
I got this free to try with the product review club. I integrated this into my daily skin care routine and have been using it for about a week. This will probably become my new winter night cream. It is a rich cream but it feels lightweight with... +
I got this free to try with the product review club. I integrated this into my daily skin care routine and have been using it for about a week. This will probably become my new winter night cream. It is a rich cream but it feels lightweight with no residue. It is very moisturizing. I use this after a serum and under a face oil at night and I wake up with fresh moisturized skin. I will probably keep my water based moisturizer for the summer but this is definitely an amazing find for dealing with Canadian winters. -
Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Restoring Thickening Balm
I received this for free as part of the product review club. I have been using it every other day for about a week. I have a hard time overcoming the smell of the balm. It smells very chemical and strong. I also didn't feel that it did anything... +
I received this for free as part of the product review club. I have been using it every other day for about a week. I have a hard time overcoming the smell of the balm. It smells very chemical and strong. I also didn't feel that it did anything to my thicken my hair. Some positives though are that it was easy to wash off and didn't appear to leave any residue and that it did make my hair feel nice. -
BITE Beauty Agave Lip Mask
The lip mask is the best thing to have come into my life. My lips are horribly dry year round and I have been searching for a product that will help heal them and maintain them once healed. This is it. I prefer the natural version as I find it... +
The lip mask is the best thing to have come into my life. My lips are horribly dry year round and I have been searching for a product that will help heal them and maintain them once healed. This is it.
I prefer the natural version as I find it is the most moisturizing but sometimes having that sheer colour is really nice. This is a great product to prep your lips for a day of lipstick or slather on a thick layer overnight. The price can be a bit much but a tube lasts me a very long time and I stock up when Sephora has their sale.
I recently was gifted the mini trio set for winter 2018 that included Maple and Candy Cane. The candy cane is nice and minty but I find it less moisturizing. The maple one is so good. It smells just like maple and has a bit of a bronze sheen but nothing too drastic. Definitely my second favourite after the natural.
Your lips can get used to and dependent on it but I have found that once a month I will use it only at night and a different balm during the day, just to give my lips a bit of a break.
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BITE Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick
I've lost count of how many of these lipsticks I have in my collection. I have minis and full size of varying colours. Bite does reds really well. The formula is so nice. It goes on smooth and isn't drying. It is by no means a long lasting... +
I've lost count of how many of these lipsticks I have in my collection. I have minis and full size of varying colours. Bite does reds really well. The formula is so nice. It goes on smooth and isn't drying. It is by no means a long lasting lipstick but some colours last a long time. The darker colours fade faster but some of the more nudes I had lasted through two meals before I had to reapply. One thing I like about these is that on average, they fade really nicely and don't look too patchy. -
BITE Beauty Agave Lip Balm
I tried the mini version of this lip balm and really enjoyed it, but not as much as the lip mask. I found the mini to be very delicate and the stick broke pretty quickly. It's a thicker balm, which I like, but may not be everyone's cup of tea. It... +
I tried the mini version of this lip balm and really enjoyed it, but not as much as the lip mask. I found the mini to be very delicate and the stick broke pretty quickly. It's a thicker balm, which I like, but may not be everyone's cup of tea. It works wonders under a lipstick, even a liquid one. For the price I think there are better balms out there. -
Freeman clay mask cucumber & pink salt
I prefer sheet masks but sometimes you need a good clay mask. This one does the trick. It's easy to apply and isn't drying. It leaves your skin refreshed and smooth. I have sensitive skin and was worried about breakouts but haven't experienced... +
I prefer sheet masks but sometimes you need a good clay mask. This one does the trick. It's easy to apply and isn't drying. It leaves your skin refreshed and smooth. I have sensitive skin and was worried about breakouts but haven't experienced anything yet, which is promising. I use it once a week. My only complaint is that it is sometimes hard to get the mask off completely. There are little white bits, which I think is the pink salt that gets left behind, but I've started using this before I shower, which helps me to make sure it's all off. Would repurchase this again, especially for the price but may try a different once from the Freeman line instead. -
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