Cosmetics Reviews
Clinique Youth Surge Age Decelerating Moisturizer SPF 15
I am a big fan of Clinique makeup and skin care products, and have used quite a few different types of items over the years. I usually get to try new products when I get the free gift with purchase items for free, and then if I really love …
Milani Brow Fix Kit
This was one of the first eyebrow kits that I purchased years ago and I still love this product today. Although I love makeup, I definitely consider myself to be a novice when it comes to applying products. This kit comes with everything that I need to …
Simple Moisturizing Facial Wash
Recently I have been dealing with a stubborn patch of red sore blemishes on my face and decided to change my facial cleanser. The facial cleanser I turned to and decided to try was the Simple Moisturizing Facial Wash. I turned to it because it was affordable costing me …
Olay Daily Illuminating UV Cream
I can always do with some help with being more ‘radiant’ so I thought I would try out this Daily Illuminating UV Cream from Olay. It promises an instant effect of ‘up to 70% more visibly radiant skin’ and I can say it does work. Due to …
Sephora Pink Grapefruit Sorbet Body Butter
I got a hold of this body butter as a free sample at Sephora, because I have a Beauty Insider card. That means that after I spend a certain amount of money and accumulate a certain amount of points, I am entitled to a free product sample.
Here are the …
Smashbox O Glow Intuitive Cheek Color
Smashbox O-Glow Intuitive Cheek Color with Goji Berry-C Complex is one of those products that just sounds like it is going to be a good investment. I see it just about every time I walk into a Sephora and I finally got up the nerve to try it. As …
Cover Girl Invisible Concealer
Despite the fact that when purchasing cosmetics you often get what you pay for, occasionally you can find an inexpensive, drug-store item that is better than any of the high-end items. Cover Girl Invisible Concealer is one such product, and I have never found a better concealer.
I always …
Jergens Skin Firming Moisturizing Lotion
After my pregnancy, I felt like my skin was not what it used to be. I wanted to find a way to promote my skin being firmer and healthier looking. I had seen a commercial over the Jergens Skin Firming Moisturizing Lotion and figured that would be the perfect …
Garnier Skin Naturals Moisturizing Cream
I bought the Garnier Skin Naturals Moisturizing cream because I have seen in their advertisement that not only can it help lighten scars but it also moisturizes really well. I was excited to try it because Garnier promises that the marks on the face will lighten after 28 days …
POP full hair extensions in Chocolate Brown
I’ve had rather short hair since I lopped off my long, curly locks at age 14, and I must say that I wouldnt have it any other way, as I’d hate to have such high maintenance hair again. However, I’d been curious lately as to what I’d look …
MAC Amber Lights Eyeshadow
I’ve been hearing and seeing so many rave reviews about the MAC Amber Lights eyeshadow, and it’s not surprising to me at all since the name of it is Amber lights! The name alone has a ring to it, as soon as you hear it you know it’s something …
Aquafresh Extreme Clean Toothpaste
I usually really like Aquafresh toothpaste. I received a sample of this toothpaste a few days ago and tried it. When you first start brushing your teeth it taste pretty good. After a few seconds though it starts to get really nasty. It has this foaming action that is …
Caudalie Sauvignon Shower Gel
I’ve used this gel so many times up to now and I realized the first impressions I had about its smell were absolutely right. Each time I use it, I can’t get over the feeling that the fragrance is based on a peach that has been forgotten somewhere and …
Neutro Roberts Skin care moisturizing cream
I never buy Neutro Roberts products because I tried a few of them several years ago and I decided I didn’t like them. The deo stick was useless and I didn’t like the cream either.
Today I saw this cream on the table, I guess my mother bought it. I …
Lady Speed Stick
I have finally found a deodorant that actually last all day without fading. I picked up Lady Speed Stick because I wanted to try something new. My old deodorant was not lasting throughout the day like I needed it to, so I was on the hunt to find something …
Diana B Peach Frangipani Flower Sugar Scrub
It’s no secret to anyone who knows me that I love to pamper myself. It is not at all unusual for me to try new cosmetic products, new hair products or new bath products. Of course I was thrilled when I received a variety of all three from various …
Dollar Tree Exfoliating Bath Gloves
I wanted to try something new on my skin. I wasn’t looking for anything in particular, but ran into something that was very enticing. As I was shopping around I found a pair of Exfoliating bath gloves at the Dollar Tree. The gloves are designed to use in the …
Olay Body Ultra Moisture with Shea Butter
Most women are fond of using different kinds of soap just to keep the skin healthy, fresh and young looking. Some women buy soaps to whiten their skin and some go for hypoallergenic soaps especially for women with sensitive skin. As for me, I don’t really buy whitening soaps …
CoverGirl LashBlast mascara
I heard so many great things about the covergirl lashblast mascara, and I actually tried it (like most things) after my older sister bought it. I saw the effect it had on her lashes, so I ran out and got one too. This mascara is perfectly priced, …
Mary Kay Extra Emollient Night Cream
I got this Mary Kay Emollient Night Cream in a set as a gift with a few other Mary Kay products. Although I liked the other 2 products that came in this set, I didn’t like this night cream at all. I’m glad that I gotten this as a …
Frizz Ease Heat Defeat Protecting Styling Spray
I bought this because I use my blow dryer and flat iron a lot and anything that I can do to lessen the damage done to my hair from all that heat, then I will definitely do that. I also had a coupon for $2.00 off, and it just …
Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment
Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment is probably one of the best products that helped me out as a kid and even now as an adult. I was prone to develop allergies, hives, yeast infections and also a pretty bad run in with the chicken pox. Now with the added fact …
St. Ives exfoliating apricot body wash
This is my latest favorite body wash because of its goodness and its wonderful effect to my skin. This body wash gently exfoliates my dead skin cells while retaining its moisture, I can really feel its magic and the smooth effect on my delicate skin.
I loved its softness and …
GHD Thermal Protector for Dry Coarse Hair
I certainly have naturally dry coarse hair and I do straighten it frequently so ideally I want a heat styling protector that will leave my hair nice and sleek and protected from the heat of the straighteners. This is not the cheapest brand of heat styling hair protector …
Viologie crystal shine shampoo
I’m not a big fan of dollar store beauty products as they often seem to have dubious origins but I made an exception when I bought Viologie crystal shine shampoo for just $1.25CDN at my local Dollarama store. I didn’t have high hopes for this shampoo, but it was …
La Roche Posay Anthelios SPF 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid
The reason why I use sunscreen is simply for protection. Since I play outdoors a lot and I often go to the beach stay so long under the sun thus I apply sunblock to shield my skin from the sun’s harmful rays. I protect my skin rather than suffer …
Olay Natural White Healthy Fairness Night Cream
There are certain products my sensitive skin just can’t stomach. One product to add in my watch list (not wish list) is the Olay natural white healthy fairness night cream. It was my mom who bought this product for herself, but she sort of gave up using …
Estee Lauder Double Wear Zero Smudge Mascara
I admit it - I am a mascara addict. I have tried every kind of mascara out there, from dollar store mascaras, to department store brands. I have been largely unsuccessful in finding what I want in a mascara, but Estee Lauder’s Double Wear is the best …
Inspector Hector plaque detector
Inspector Hector plaque detector is an interesting dental hygiene product marketed for children. Using Inspector Hector turns teeth blue so children know what to look for when they brush their teeth. The product is used before brushing so it is more effective. Listerine Agent Cool Blue …
Playtex Sport Multi Pack Tampons
This review is for women only. Ladies we all know that once a month we have to go through “mother natures monthly gift”. It’s really important during these times that we can control the situation with comfortable feminine products that work.
My choice is Playtex Sport. They seem to work …
Himalaya Herbals Deep cleansing milk
I am satisfied with Himalaya Deep cleansing milk that is a combination of cucumber and soapnuts with rare herbs.I use it daily on my face and around the neck. As it is a result of best of Ayurveda and scientific research , I personally feel safe …
Avalon Organics Biotin B Complex Conditioner
Avalon Organics Biotin B Complex Conditioner
I bought this conditioner to go with the Avalon Organics Biotin B Complex Shampoo, and I have now been using both for many months. To give both products a fair chance before writing a review, I have been using both consistently, for several …
Garnier Fructis Fortifying Conditioner for Color-treated Hair
I have thick, dry and poofy hair and I’ve had it colored so many times, that it has become a little damaged, especially at the ends. This is why I was looking for a conditioner that would meet my needs. I saw the bright green bottle and read the …
Be Natural Callus Eliminator Foot Treatment
All day, I walk a lot. My office work needs me to do that, and over time I got hardened skin under my soles and toes. Since then, I tried to use a few products although they were futile, as far as I was concerned. I bought Be Natural …
Dove Pro Age Neck and Chest Beauty Serum
I have never thought of buying a product specifically for my neck or my décolletage however when I saw Dove Pro Age Neck and Chest Beauty serum on my mom’s drawer I was so amazed with it. Well mostly because I am not a big fan of Dove and …
Careline Lip Balm in Strawberry Flavor
One time I saw my friend using a cute lip balm, the smell of strawberry permeated around us and I was became curious what she was using. It’s how I became interested in using Careline Lip balm. She said it keeps her lips moisturized. I am not a fan …
Treasured Locks concealer
I usually buy concealer to cover my dark eye circles. I like to try different ones to try them out and see how they work. Treasured Locks concealer is very cheap and the saying goes you get what you pay for but sometimes you find yourself surprised, even by …
Ion Daily Nourishing Shampoo
Ion Daily Nourishing Shampoo is a daily-use shampoo that I highly recommend if your hair is normal or tends to be dry. My hair, which is fine, was more manageable and soft after applying this product. I didn’t experience the static electricity that sometimes occurs when I use cheaper, …
Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar Body Lotion
There are very few Bath & Body Works products that I do not like. But, the ones I do not like, it seemed all of them were because I did not care so much for the scent. And then there is Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla …
Soap and Glory Glow lotion
You can buy all kinds of products that will add a glowing shimmer to your skin. I’ve tried quite a few different ones. My skin is not blessed with a healthy glow. I’m very pale, so pale in fact, that I’m practically translucent! So I’m very …
Biore Warming face cleanser
This Biore warming face cleanser is pretty good. You rub it all over your face and as you are rubbing it in you can feel it start to warm up on your face. It’s kind of cool. After you rinse it in your face feels clean and refreshed. I …
Neutrogena Ageless Essentials Continuous Hydration with Helioplex
I have been a devoted consumer of Neutrogena product since I was in the 5th grade. Growing up, I was plagued to terrible acne and extremely sensitive skin. My face didn’t even take to the recommended caramine soap, like Dial or Ivory, that is recommended for sensitive …
The Body Shop Vitamin E Lip Balm
I am prone to cracked lips especially since I work in an airconditioned environment. I have tried a lot of lip balms but most of them made my lips feel oily and heavy. Then when I go out where it’s warm, my lips feel really war and sticky as …
Mystic Tan
I am a pale person and it can be difficult for me to tan without burning, so I figured I would give Mystic Tan a try. When I first arrived, they offered me a packet of lotion I could buy for around $3 to go along with my Mystic …
Veet Hair Removal
Veet gel hair remover is part of my arsenal of products intended to keep unwanted body hair under control. As a woman of slavic descent, this is no easy feat to achieve (we’re a hairy bunch). As a woman with dark features, I have to work extra hard to …
Maybelline Great Lash Mascara
The best mascara ever, and I love it! Unlike other brands, this one goes on smooth and leaves lashes looking silky and natural. It doesn’t make your eyelashes stick together, and not much is needed to make your eyes look good. I find that I only need one coat …
L’Oreal Infallible Mattifying Face Primer
Many years I was under the impression that a primer is an useless step in my makeup routine and I was totally wrong.Until I tried it I didn’t realise how valuable a face primer is.I have combination skin type with oily tendencies and the primer which fits me best is …
Olay Regenerist Face Wash
I was looking for a great face wash, so I walked into CVS and grabbed the face wash that was on sale. I figured that they were all the same and that it didn’t matter which one I used. They were all made to wash my face, …
L.A. Colors Art Deco Nail Art Lacquer
I found these at the Dollar Tree. They were a steal compared to the five or six bucks they seem to want for nail art colors at the beauty supply shops. Pretty good selection of colors too. I bought two of these- a white one and one called bright …
Lancome Le Crayon Khol in Blanc, white eyeliner pencil
Every white eyeliner I purchased in the past was not up to scratch. They all ended somewhere in the trash. I never found quality in cheaply priced eyeliners. I had had a long fixation for the best white eyeliner before I acquired this Lancome pencil. …
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