Cosmetics Reviews
Eyes Lips Face Beauty Encyclopedia: Neutrals Edition
I have been a big fan of Eyes Lips Face or E.L.F. as most girls know the brand. They have some of the most inexpensive makeup products I have ever purchased and though they are not of the same quality as MAC or Sephora products, they are good enough …
Batiste Dry Shampoo
Batiste dry shampoo is available in Superdrug and Boots in the UK.
There are various scents such as Fresh (my favourite), Blush, Original etc. There is also one with glitter in it, which would be fun for a night out, and there is also a brown hair version.
This is …
Bella il Fiore Walnut Sugar Scrub
I recently received the Bella il Fiore Walnut Sugar Scrub as a gift and was very eager to try it out. I love to use all sorts of bath salts, balms, and scrubs. The Bella il Fiore Walnut Sugar Scrub comes in a twelve ounce container and costs about …
Dr. Brandt’s Pores No More Cleanser
Many women are attracted to the idea of using skin care products that are designed by an actual dermatologist. I work in the cosmetic industry for approximately five years now, first at Ulta and then at Sephora, so I know a little bit about face washes and skin care …
Skin So Soft Replenishing Hand Body & Lotion
Body lotions are good to keep our skin moisturized. There are different kinds of lotions to choose from in the market. We have whitening lotions, moisturizing lotions, sun protection lotions and more. We never cease to find the best product to suit our needs. Anyway, on my part, I …
BioSilk Silk Therapy Hair Conditioner
I find that my hair usually tends to flourish when I use silk-based conditioners on it; therefore, I have gone through quite a couple of them, usually achieving great results at first, only to have my hair grow accustomed to the conditioner and for it to lose its effectiveness. …
Veola Real Coconut Hair Oil
This product is made from real coconuts as they say and the product is made in Sharjah UAE but can be found in the UK. The product itself is quite cheap, around £3, so quite cheap for a fairly large bottle.
The product itself is quite nice, it smells of …
Essence Metal Glam Eyeliner
I bought this eyeliner at Shopper’s Drugstore near my house. I was there to buy a waterproof eyeliner but this particular eyeliner caught my eyes. First it was metallic teal and it was cheap. Since it was cheap, I really didn’t expect too much from this eyeliner, but I …
MD Therapy Skin Revealing Treatment Gel
I just recently had my face pricked so my dermatologist gave me some topical ointments, creams, and gels. One of them was MD Therapy Skin Revealing Treatment Gel, which is supposed to help tighten my pores and prevent blemishes. I was advised to use it every other night. …
Benefit Cosmetics BADgal Lash Mascara
I recently purchased the Benefit Cosmetics BADgal Lash Mascara in BADgal Blue. It is a mascara offered by Sephora to give that false eyelash look and to brighten up the eyes. I picked it up at Sephora and I have been using it for two weeks and so far, …
Frederic Fekkai Luscious Curls
I really wanted to love this product but I must say I am pretty disappointed with this one because this cream did not do anything good for my hair so I really don’t understand what this one is supposed to do. The only good thing to write about is …
MAC eyeshadow in Bronze
MAC eyeshadow in Bronze is a rich brown eyeshadow with bronze undertones. It is soft and silky and easy to blend. It can be applied lightly for a more neutral daytime look or it can be applied more heavily for a more dramatic evening look. MAC …
Manic Panic Hairdye
Manic Panic is a semi-permanent hairdye, and the results are usually very bright and vibrant colors. It is becoming more and more popular everyday. You can purchase it usually at hot topic, punk rock stores, or online.
I recently used Manic Panic Amplified Shocking Blue. I have really …
Aquis Microfiber Hair Towel
This towel is the perfect product to cut down on your hair drying time. I could not believe the difference it made. Usually, it would take forever for me to dry my hair. The price was a little higher than I wanted to pay but it was worth it. …
E.L.F. Studio Line 2 in 1 conditioning gloss
E.L.F. cosmetic, short Eyes Lips Face, recently came out with a new lip product under their Studio line. I’m a huge fan of their products because of it’s quality and affordability but I really love their Studio line for it’s even better quality and chicer look. When I found …
Eye Wonder Triple Action Eye Treatment Cream
Eye Wonder Triple Action Eye Treatment Cream is made by Eye Wonder. I bought this product because I wanted to tone my eyes, which looked really tired from sleeping late at night for a few months. I was not like this before, but because of s busy schedule I …
Artistry facial mosturizer
Many people would like to know exactly the process of having a sudden tan under the sun. Unfortunately, the body cannot produce enough melanin in time to tan completely in a couple of hours, enough melanin that would produce a deep tan with some people. However, with regular exposure …
Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeline
I had been looking for a green eyeliner for months, I could see the colour I wanted in my mind but just couldn’t find the right shade anywhere. Until I found this fantastic range from Chanel, the Jade being absolutely perfect for what I was looking for - in …
Estee Lauder Advance Night Repair
There are lots of things that can cause damage in your skin. Stress can be one. The constant changes that we have in our environment can also help in the fast deterioration of our skin. When you sleep you need something that can repair the constant damage everyday. Because …
Chanel Cristal-Dusk Eyeshadow Duo
The Chanel Cristal-Dusk Eyeshadow Duo contains two eyeshadow colors in a small, rectangular black plastic compact. The compact has a mirror inside the lid and the classic interlocking Chanel “C’s” on the exterior of the lid. The eyeshadow duo comes with a sponge-tipped applicator; however, I have …
Regenerist Micro-sculpting Cream
According to the Olay research ream, this luxurious cream has the highest concentration of their signature amino-peptide complex infused with intracellular fortifier and a touch of precious marine proteins. Additionally, Intracellular hydration regenerates volume and shape across skin’s 10 million surface cells, progressively lifting and micro-sculpting to help: …
Maybelline dream matte face powder
I love this revolutionary face powder product from Maybelline because it greatly refines my facial skin and perfectly hides some blemishes and pores. This ultra-fine powder has a natural matte finish and has a wonderful air-soft feeling and shimmery texture in my skin. It easily blends in my skin …
Maxi-Peel Facial Cleanser 135ml
Skin cleanser is a better alternative if you don’t have time for facial washing. I usually use skin cleanser at night time after I arrive from work or when go on a short trip. This is a convenient way to remove dirt from my skin after being exposed to …
Goody Styling Therapy Hairbrush
When I am really stressed-out, it will first manifest in my head. I start getting dandruff and my scalp will itch terribly, even if I just shampooed it. You can just imagine my problem since I have thick waist length; I usually rely on my hair brushes to ease …
MAC Pro Longwear Lustre Lipcolor
Simply put, this is the best long-wearing lipstick or lipgloss I have ever tried. It truly does stay on most of the day.
I am a big fan of beauty products and have tried almost every drug-store and department store brand of long-wearing lipstick out there. A friend …
Milani Minerals Blush (Luminous)
Colour : Luminous
Price in Singapore : SGD 19.90 (John Little)
On internet : USD 3-5
Milani minerals blush in Luminous is touted by many as the drugstore dupe for NARS orgasm. As to whether this is a really good dupe of the infamous NARS blush, I can’t really say as NARS is …
Suave Professionals Aloe Vera & Ginseng Volumizing Shampoo
I don’t know when Suave started putting out a more “professional” line of products, but I was thrilled a couple weeks ago when I saw this one on the shelves. We typically buy Suave shampoos because they are almost always one of the cheapest at $1 or so a …
Secret Clinical Strength Deodorant
When I was younger, the only deodorant that I would use was from the Secret brand. Although it cost more than other deodorants, for me it was worth it because nothing else seemed to combat the perspiration and odor I experienced as a student in high school. …
Personal Care Collagen & Alpha Hydroxy Anti-Wrinkle Skin Cream
Personal Care Collagen & Alpha Hydroxy Anti-Wrinkle Skin Cream is not a product I had seen before. Like most people, I usually stick with the brands I know best, unless I see one on special or if I have a coupon, then I like to try different products to …
ELF Studio Cream Eyeshadow
Since receiving my gift of the ELF neutral twelve piece eye shadow, I have become a fan of ELF products. Not only because they are great to use, but they are so affordable compared to most of the cosmetic companies on the market.
I love eye shadows and stock up …
Avalanche Daily Buffing Cream
Avalanche Daily Care Buffing Cream is a unique moisturizer that also will exfoliate your skin. Now, I love to get a product that will do more than one thing, and since I have various moisturizers already on hand, Avalanche Daily Care Buffing Cream is an added arsenal for keeping …
New York Color (N.Y.C.) Eyelash Curler
I had already scheduled a couple of items online to be shipped, mostly hair accessories, when I decided to squeeze this into my purchases, because the price was too good to pass. The mentality of an online shopper (such as myself) likes orders to be combined and similar …
Dior Show Black Out Mascara
Dior Show Black Out Mascara is advertised for being the most extreme black shade of mascara. This is appealing because the darkest of blacks typically give the most intense looks. Although I don’t always go for a very dramatic look, an intense black is perfect for a night out …
Make-Up Remover: Mandom Beauty Cleaning Agecare
I was browsing for a mid-range at a local drug store, Watsons, and I came across this product. As a student and with limited budget, I was wary about the cost and of course quality as well to protect my acne- prone sensitive skin. I have oily and sensitive …
Livon Silky Hair fluid
My hair being very long gets tangled very easily especially after a hair wash. I tried using many liquids, conditioners to keep my hair soft and tangle free. But nothing worked on my hair until I discovered Livon Hair silky Potion. I watched the advertisement of the same on …
Ahava Mineral Foot Cream with Mineral Skin Osmoter
Recently, I have been using the Ahava Mineral Foot Cream as I have noticed that the years of walking have taken a toll on my feet. My feet used to be quite soft a few years ago but I have just realized that the soles have …
Perricone MD Intensive Pore Minimizer
Anyone that knows me knows that I use Nicholas Perricone as part of my skin care regimen and I usually love what this company sells. But, every once in a while, I run across a product that I don’t like and I don’t think is worth the money. …
Neutrogena Skin Clearing Foundation
I had been using a mineral foundation for the past three years. Recently, when I ran out, I did not want to go pay $45 dollars for a new compact. I believe that I should be able to find a good foundation for a fraction of this cost. But …
Nichido Powder Plus Foundation
Powder foundation is used to conceal the flaws in a person’s face. It is also used so that a person’s face won’t look too oily but instead, it will always look fresh and smell good. But the best powder foundation should also have an add-on benefit aside from what …
Physicians Formula 2-in-1 Lash Boosting Eyeliner + Serum
After a recent illness I noticed my previously long eyelashes were looking not only sparse but beginning to fall out. I went to my Doctor who recommended I try and use Physicians Formula 2-in-1 Lash Boosting Eyeliner + Serum that was available at my local drug store. I was …
Australis Fairy Bread Glitter Nail Polish
Recently I decided to try the Australis “Fairy Bread” Glitter Nail Polish for the first time. There are currently 6 different nail polishes in this range, all with super cute names like “Eureka”, “Shimmy Shake”, “Milky Way”, “Space Jam”, “Glitter Strikes Back” and “Fairy Bread”. My personal …
Peter Thomas Roth All Day Defense Moisture Lotion
While browsing the skin care section at my local Sephora store I searched the aisles for the perfect moisturizer. The problem I have with moisturizers is that they tend to be either too greasy and make my skin feel oily or they are too light and do not make …
Maybelline XXL Pro extensions
I used this mascara for over a year and have absolutely loved it. However, the last tube I got I was very disappointed in. I do not know if they have changed their formula, of if it was just me, but it seemed different, lower quality. The brush was …
Alberto VO5 Moisture Soak Shampoo
The last time I shopped for toiletries and bath stuff, I looked for an alternative shampoo I could use because I wasn’t satisfied with the one I had been using. I found the Alberto VO5 “moisture soak” shampoo over at the hair care imported section, and I was glad …
Bath and Body Works Jasmine Vanilla Bath Soak
I bought this on accident during one of my trips. I left my bath soak back home and needed to get anything I could use for the moment. What a pleasant little accident it was!
I don’t usually like the sweet Vanilla scent, but how Bath and Body Works …
Dollar Tree Microfiber Spa Facial Scrubbers
My face has always been very sensitive. I try to use only the softest cloths and gentlest cleaners on my face. For some reason it is always irritated and can started to peel easily. I was looking for a softer towel to use on my face than the one …
Olay Regenerists Daily Regenerating Serum
Generally speaking, Olay is a good quality brand that often provides ingredients which could be found only in the expansive creams.
Daily Regenerating Serum became one of my favorite products from the first time I’ve tried it. Since it’s silicone-base, the texture of the serum feels softy and silky. …
Yves Rocher Malaysian Coconut Shower Gel
I’m a fairly recent convert to Yves Rocher but already am finding myself a huge fan of their products, or more specifically their organic shower gels which are incredibly luxurious compared to my usual products. I’ve always adored the smell of coconut so it made sense that I’d buy …
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