The makeup community loves to hype up certain products from time to time. I always hear so much excitement about certain products and then feel absolutely compelled to purchase it so that I do not feel as if I am missing out on anything. That is the reason why …

The way I ended up with this NARS Lip Treatment is actually a funny story. I was at the NARS counter in Bloomingdale’s, and if I recall correctly, Bloomies was giving a gift with a purchase. And it was a fantastic gift: a set of skin care minis — …

Organic products seem to be all the rage these days. Going green and trying to be eco-friendly seems to be very trendy all of a sudden and this has even extended into the makeup and beauty world. I have seen so many organic makeup products in the beauty aisle …

I started using Adidas Perfumed Deodorant Spray just this year and I am so far pleased with it.
When I feel sporty and on the go, and I think I need protection from bad odor, I use this product. It keeps me fresh all day long even if I …

I rarely get pimples but when I do, they’re usually big and painful. After exploring the benefits of using tretinoin cream and breaking out from it, I am left with pimples. My skin cleared up but I am left with marks. Now I have one big pimple and benzoyl …

As part of my campaign to get rid of nasty cellulite on my legs, I recently purchased Loreal’s Sublime Slim Anti-Cellulite and Skin Sculpting Body Firming Gel for Day use. There are so many products out there and I am a real skeptic. It seems that every day I …

All my life I’ve had very oily skin. I’ve always hated that fact. My skin would always have this greasy looking sheen to it, especially on my face, and that almost always inevitably lead to clogged pores and blemishes. However, on the upside of that, I’ve also never yet …

After having three months of fun in the sun and later two coloring jobs, I needed a shampoo and conditioner that would not only cleanse my hair, but provide moisture and revive it. I wasn’t looking to buy anything pricy at the time since I was low on funds …

This moisturizer does it all. Estee Lauder always makes good products , and I don’t mind paying a little more for a product that is worthy. I have learned that putting on a moisturizer before you apply your makeup is not only good for your skin , but also …

I have major problems getting to sleep at night. Due to my tendency to toss and turn, I have terrible under eye circles that get very dark and puffy the more sleep I fail to get. There are so many creams on the market that supposedly target puffy …

I have never used a deodorant that didn’t work at all; I have had plenty that work less well than other, and some that leave white marks all over my clothes, and some that stop working after several hours. My latest deodorant/anti-perspirant doesn’t work at all. I have purchased …

REDKIN Ultra Straightening Balm is to be applied to the hair when it is still damp and you are then to blow dry your hair straight. It�s a ritual most curly-haired people know well. However, this product works well with a flat iron as well, which has …

Bare Minerals always sends me a free sample with my regular shipment and my suprise this month was a sample of the Active Cell Renewal Night Serum. I found it majorly impressive.
It almost worked like magic from the first night. When …

For me my hair is my crowning glory. A bad haircut could make you look unattractive while a great one would make you look like a movie star. That’s why it’s so important to go to a salon that you truly trust and where you’re sure would give you …

When I first realize that I was actually growing as a real man, I noticed that several changes in my body appearance as well as some unusual odor. At first, I was like ignoring it. However, as the day progressing, I started to feel uneasy because of my underarm …

I love Hello Kitty! Who doesn’t? It’s absolutely adorable and totally irresistible. Being a girl with a love of skin care and make-up and having a Sephora store at her local mall, I pretty much always hang out there whenever I’m at the mall and it is my first …

Phiosderm Deep Cleaning Cream Cleanser, is a great product to use to care for your skin. It is a simple and effective product that I recommend adding to your daily cleansing routine. You can really tell a difference when you stop using soap and switch and starting using this …

The candy shop lip tins are one of ELF’s few products (in their normal line) that are over one dollar, but they are very nice. For two dollars, they offer a lot of shine. They also have a very accurate name, “candy shop” because they really make me feel …

I am fond of using face powder on my oily face. I find it better on my skin and has a good hypoallergenic quality. Nevertheless, I am also using pressed powder from time to time especially when I need to achieve that matte finish look without spending more time …

I recently bought St. Ives Intense Healing Advanced Body Moisturizer and have been using it for 3 weeks now and I must say it has done an excellent job with hydrating and protecting my skin. The moisturizer comes in a 18 fluid ounce bottle with a hand pump that …

Recently when I ran out of my regular foundation, I was going to purchase another bottle of it while I was at the store. The problem was that
they were out of my color, and all the other colors they had left were too light for my skin, especially …

Organix Teatree Mint shampoo is my favorite shampoo. My hair is dry and frizzy and this hydrating shampoo has really made a difference. I originally purchased this product, because I wanted a more natural shampoo that didn’t contain harmful chemicals. After the first use, I was hooked. Organix …

I had this sitting around for a while that I forgot why I even bothered to keep it around—”originally I wanted it for keeping shiny skin at bay, while I was visiting the mother land which is a subtropical-humid environment. As much as I love the weather the oily …

I’ve always been a fan of Neutrogena products but it wasn’t until I was working at Walgreens as a beauty advisor did I take notice of their cosmetic line. Many of their products tend to be on the pricier side for a drug store brand but one day I …

I have been a fan of TIGI Bed Head products for quite some time, but seeing how most of their products can fall under the ‘I can’t afford it’ category, I tend to only be able to purchase their items when I have some spare cash.
When I saw that …

I have given birth a few months back and my tummy became flabby and loose. As it came back to its normal state, I noticed that I developed stretch marks across and around my abdomen, I mean, it’s all over the place! It was so unsightly! So I scoured …

I wanted to check out some of those instantly drying nail polishes; waiting a good hour or so for my manicure to completely dry is quite a nuisance. So during my last trip to the beauty / cosmetics department, I picked up a bottle of Sally Hansen Insta Dri …

For dry skin, scaly, itchy or irritated skin, finding a suitable mosituriser can be problem as the ingredients in even mositurisers for dry skin can irritate when the skin is in an inflamed state.
As a psorasis sufferer of many years, I have suffered through many bouts of itchy and …

I have become a fan of the entire Maybelline Dream Mousse line. All of the products are very light and have wonderful textures. This foundation is no different. The best thing about this product is that you can apply as much as you’d like and it doesn’t feel like …

Aveda is well known for their earth friendly hair and beauty products, and for the past five years I’ve been an Aveda Addict! I have medium, naturally wavy, hi-lited blonde hair. I also straighten it almost every day with a flat iron and blow dryer, so it is very, …

Ojon Deep Cleansing Clarifying Shampoo
I started using Ojon products not too long ago. I had heard great things about them not only from friends and family, but from reputable beauty magazines and on cosmetic websites. I decided to give some of their things a try and for …

The Smashbox Camera Ready Concealer retails for $18 plus tax at Sephora. It actually comes in a pretty small container that looks similar to a lip stick tube. It is small and very easy to just throw into my purse or my makeup bag and take everywhere. This product …

I saw this product at Walgreens and I must confess that I bought it solely because of its name. I loved the idea of a highlighting concealer for under my eyes and for some trouble spots on my chin and forehead. I really wanted a concealer that would cover …

I found it so funny. I could not see any kind of product which can make the skin look more white in Europe. They have lotion products but some of them are for sunbathing.
And here in Asia, I found many products with whitening purpose. One of the product …

I hate plucking hair out of my armpit. It stings and it takes time to take them all out. After plucking, the skin of my armpit also resembles that of a chicken which I really detest. Thus, I know I need to find a more convenient depilatory product to …

Due to the fact that I have been working at Sephora for nearly two years now, I simply had to try their new “FACE” Line. This is a line which consists of a myriad of skin care products which are priced significantly lower than the rest of the skin …

Because the weather is so hot and humid during the summertime, I normally prefer to wear my natural black hair in curly afro hairstyles. I love how quick and easy it is to style my hair, but I absolutely hate dealing with the frizziness that usually accompanies these …

Pretty Good Stuff, overall. I purchased a large (13oz) easy-pump dispenser of this New Gold Bond Ultimate Protection SPF 15 Skin Therapy Lotion at an extremely reasonable price (about $6) from my local drugstore and am more than satisfied with it (it’s new, so it was on sale). …

Suave Basic Volumizing Shampoo is a good choice for thin hair that could use some extra body and bounce. I usually switch to volumizing shampoos when my perm fades, as my hair is not very full naturally.
Suave Basic Volumizing comes in a tan-colored 15 fl. oz bottle, priced under …

I am obsessed with having soft skin. Sometimes one of my friends will accidentally brush up against my arm and exclaim in surprise at how soft my skin is. In order to achieve this soft skin, I faithfully use body moisturizers and body lotions. One of …

I am very opposed to chemicals and foaming agents in my hair care products, and frequently try different organic shampoos and conditioners. So far, Uncle Harry’s Lavender Shampoo is one of my favorites.
There are many pros to Uncle Harry’s Lavender Shampoo. First of all, it can be …

I know that everyone knows about Coppertone Sunscreen, but I wanted to tell everyone about their Continuous Spray Sunscreen. I absolutely love it. Now when we go to the beach, I don’t have to fight with my daughter to apply another coat of sunscreen on. All I have to …

The Vicco turmeric cream is the herbal cream and the main ingredient, which it is made using, is the sandalwood and the turmeric, both of which are very good for our skin. The turmeric works as a natural antiseptic and the sandalwood gives a very good glow to …

Satin Care is a Gillette product, and as I love their razors I decided to buy a pump top jar of their shaving gel for ladies. I don’t often buying shaving gel; I usually get it as a stocking stuffer at Christmas or I buy soap to shave my …

The Lip Infusion Sheer Liquid Cherry Balm from Blistex, not only gives my lips a shine for when I’m out and about, but infuses my lips with moisture and gives off this great smelling scent of cherry. This product can be found at local pharmacies such as CVS or …

If I were to describe what a bed fragrance is, I would have this pillow mist first thing on my mind. Different scents go with different occasions. Some scents give a perk while this particular mist does the opposite. The relaxing pillow mist from L’occitane’s Aromachologie …

i have always liked Avon because it is very accessible. Aside from that, they offer to the products to be paid a month after. There are a lot of people in our neighborhood offering cosmetics by showing brochures. Also, in the brochures they provide pictures on how these products …

I used to have a lot of acne a few months back when I was sleeping late at night because of work. I was not doing anything back then, and my gel was not working. I know I am acne-prone and the Obagi thing I used to buy was …

In the past year cosmetics have joined the ‘green’ world in coming out with more organic, eco-friendly products, and Almay is no exception. Recently Almay has come out with their own eco-friendly line and I decided to try two, their eye
shadow and loose finishing powder.
First up is Almay’s …

I was so psyched when I found out that there was a nail polish named Teenage Dream, because it was one of my favorite songs, but I was even more psyched when I found out that it was by Katy Perry (obviously) and it was by OPI, my favorite …