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Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30
Got this in a sample package, and was quite surprised at how well it worked! The SPF 30 makes the product a good, everyday wear product under your make up. The scent is not overwhelming, and it dries down reasonably quickly for a moisturizer with... +
Got this in a sample package, and was quite surprised at how well it worked! The SPF 30 makes the product a good, everyday wear product under your make up. The scent is not overwhelming, and it dries down reasonably quickly for a moisturizer with SPF.
I wouldn't recommend just using this product, and suggest using your regular moisturizing plus this product - however, I have relatively dry and sensitive skin, so this routine might be too much for some.
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Ordinary High Spreadability Fluid Primer
I have to admit I have a bias for products from the Ordinary, but this product is by far my favourite. The product is lightweight, and it doesn't take much to cover your face. The effect is a barely-there primer that does a great job of smoothing... +
I have to admit I have a bias for products from the Ordinary, but this product is by far my favourite. The product is lightweight, and it doesn't take much to cover your face. The effect is a barely-there primer that does a great job of smoothing out pores and readying your face for foundation.
The scent is minimal on the product, which is much appreciated from someone like me with lots of sensitivities. I've used this product for the last 6 months, and can say that I have seen my pores become less clogged than before. Other primers I've used either made me shiny, or clogged my pores - this one has been none of that, but all the good things that you need from a solid primer.
I wouldn't say this is for ultra long-lasting wear, but for the price, it is a fantastic addition to anyone's daily routine.
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Welch’s Fruit ‘n Yogurt Snacks
This was a fresh twist on Welch's fruit snacks, which I've always munched on regularly. The yogurt is a nice touch of creaminess, without adding too much weight and sweetness to the product. I enjoyed the strawberry flavour - that tartness combined... +
This was a fresh twist on Welch's fruit snacks, which I've always munched on regularly. The yogurt is a nice touch of creaminess, without adding too much weight and sweetness to the product. I enjoyed the strawberry flavour - that tartness combined with the yogurt made a fantastic combination! -
Nude by Nature Perfecting Primer
The ingredients in the primer was initially very exciting for me - the number of natural products that would do great things for my skin made this primer sound like the perfect blend of skin care and cosmetics! Unfortunately, the product didn't work... +
The ingredients in the primer was initially very exciting for me - the number of natural products that would do great things for my skin made this primer sound like the perfect blend of skin care and cosmetics! Unfortunately, the product didn't work out well with my skin at all (albeit, my skin is typically more sensitive).
Once I put on the product, there was already a little bit of tingly feeling. I had assumed that was just a cooling effect of some ingredients, so I didn't think too much of it. The primer alone didn't do a whole ton in term of extending wear of my foundation. It also didn't have much in term of smoothing my skin or making it ready for make up - typically I look for either pore minimizing or a little bit of evening out my skin tone and minor discolourations.
The product felt a bit sticky after application, so it didn't seem to work great with my foundation either. Blending the product became a bit of work because my foundation wasn't settling (because of the slightly tacky texture that the primer left behind).
When I took off my make up for the day, I noticed some areas that were irritated seemed to flare up even more (redness increased). The next day, I started to notice a slight rash / bumpiness all along my face. It's been a week since I tried the product, and I'm still in the process of remedying the situation.
I really wish I loved it more.
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Burt's Bees For Dogs Oatmeal Shampoo
Bought this for my new puppy, thinking it should be gentle and mild enough (just in case). Be warned there isn't much of a scent, so you'll just be able to lift dirty / other stuck on stuff. However, the consistency of the product is quite liquid... +
Bought this for my new puppy, thinking it should be gentle and mild enough (just in case). Be warned there isn't much of a scent, so you'll just be able to lift dirty / other stuck on stuff. However, the consistency of the product is quite liquid, so i found a lot of product was needed to clean my dog. Maybe I'm of the assumption that my dog should be lathered up before it gets cleaned....but this definitely did not lather for me. Likely will check out other brands that also use natural ingredients, but was also hoping for something that would make my dog smell nice. -
The Ordinary Coverage Foundation
I was a bit skeptical at first given the somewhat mixed reviews by a number of youtube bloggers. However, since the price was so low, I figured it was worth a shot (it comes in way cheaper than most drugstore brands of foundations). I have been... +
I was a bit skeptical at first given the somewhat mixed reviews by a number of youtube bloggers. However, since the price was so low, I figured it was worth a shot (it comes in way cheaper than most drugstore brands of foundations). I have been using the coverage foundation, as well as the serum foundation for about 3 months and I have to say I love it so much. The coverage is just about right, and wears pretty long without having to set with powder. My skin is generally sensitive, but has worked out quite well with the foundation so far.
Only downside is the lack of shades, though I'm unfair in comparing their range to other brands like Clinique and Laura Mercier. The colour is close enough to my skin and should work great for most skin tones. I just wish there was something more yellow/petal undertone - right now, its either yellow, gold, pink, or beige.
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Rocky Mountain Soap Company Avocado Body Butter
I had a really bad case of eczema over the winter holidays (lots of heating, alcohol, not enough sleep...etc), and was starting to concede to just riding out the rest of the season a bit miserably. I came across this product because I had started to... +
I had a really bad case of eczema over the winter holidays (lots of heating, alcohol, not enough sleep...etc), and was starting to concede to just riding out the rest of the season a bit miserably. I came across this product because I had started to get curious about all-natural solutions, to see if it might do my skin any better. At this point, I had tried so many body lotions already, that I thought I might as well give it a shot. I used the product for 3 days (once in the morning, once at night), and it made the biggest difference. The rash started to fade pretty quickly, and all flaking disappeared about 7 days after I started to use the body butter. AMAZING!
I bought the smaller tube, which has become my favourite mobile moisturizing option ever since. It smells really great (subtle avocado and hint of lemon grass), and doesn't leave your hands feeling greasy. When I put it on my body, I was scared it'd smear all over my clothes; I was happy to find that wasn't the case. At first, it looked a bit too much (grease), but it gets absorbed quickly and is out of your way to work and do other things. It creates a nice barrier, and has helped with my hands cracking (doing dishes) too!
I would highly recommend this product, and have just bought their lavendar scented on to try. Between the two, I'd recommend the avocado one still - it feels more moisturizing and the scent is more subtle. I'm really excited to try more products from them, since the avo butter has worked out so well.
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essence eyeliner pencil
I had recently run out of the regular brow product that I used, and decided to pick up the Kajal Eyeliner Pencil just as a backup for the weekend. So far, I've really liked how easy it is to apply, and the general pigment payoff is good. I wouldn't... +
I had recently run out of the regular brow product that I used, and decided to pick up the Kajal Eyeliner Pencil just as a backup for the weekend. So far, I've really liked how easy it is to apply, and the general pigment payoff is good. I wouldn't say its the best colour payoff / super long lasting product, but for $1.99 CAD, you can't go wrong.
I got the dark chocolate brown colour, and have found it is perfect for my Asian skintone. The packaging is shimmery, so I was at first worried the product might have too much glitter. Instead, I found it to be a nice matte brown that is easy to build up depending on how strong you wanted the line to be. The product is initially harder to work with (especially when cold), so I found warming it just a bit on the back of your hand is enough to get the pencil going.
I found this line of eye liner pencils really nice. It is a great way to try new colours (I'm eyeing the teal colour now) because the product is reliable and affordable.
I probably will go back to the regular brow product that I use, because this is still pencil and is a bit trickier to work with than the more crayon-like consistency for brow products. However, when I travel, I'll definitely bring this along as it can double-duty.
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Sephora Honey lip scrub
I was looking for a lip scrub product to try, and most in Sephora don’t come cheap. I wasn't entirely sold on the benefits of a lip scrub yet at the time and thought at the price point, it was worth a shot. The sugar distribution along the tube... +
I was looking for a lip scrub product to try, and most in Sephora don’t come cheap. I wasn't entirely sold on the benefits of a lip scrub yet at the time and thought at the price point, it was worth a shot.
The sugar distribution along the tube isn't great. I had patches with a lot of sugar, and then patches with none at all. I use this product every night before I sleep and also in the morning before I start my make up routine. It's quite thick, but don't expect it to lock in moisture like Burt's bees.
All in all, it's a pretty good product, but I think I'm ready to graduate to a lip scrub from fresh or bite.
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ELF Daily Hydration Moisturizer
I had noticed their daily moisturizer line come out, and was a bit skeptical about whether it would bode well with my sensitive, dry skin. I gave it a try ($10.49 USD at Target), and thought it would cost me about the same for an Olay Classic... +
I had noticed their daily moisturizer line come out, and was a bit skeptical about whether it would bode well with my sensitive, dry skin. I gave it a try ($10.49 USD at Target), and thought it would cost me about the same for an Olay Classic moisturizer anyways.
With an open mind, I tried the product just on the side of my cheek / jaw line...and it was fine! Not only was it fine, it felt amazing once I started to use it on the rest of my face. It is lightweight and dries down quickly, which is an added bonus when I'm rushing my skin care routine in the morning to get out the door. When it dries down, it also makes your skin feel smoother and doesn't have a film left over (which is common with a lot of "hydrating" products). I felt like it also helped my primer (and then everything else) stick a lot better.
All in all, I really like the product, and I'm excited to try the version with green tea extract next! This also worked fine as an overnight moisturizer, and I didn't feel my skin tugging the next morning. Always love ELF products for their price - sometimes it is hit or miss, but their skincare line has been good so far!
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