Cosmetics Reviews
Johnson’s Baby Milk Bath
Having dry and dull skin has always been my problem, I’ve tried so many products available in the market but nothing really helps. Until one time I slept in my Aunt’s house in Quezon City who happened to have a 4 year old daughter and I accidentally …
Bare Minerals Foundations
I adore Bare Minerals. Anything Leslie makes and packages, I buy. I love the foundations. When I worked at the Clinique counter, I would get complimented on my skin all the time and it was because of Bare Minerals. The only gripe I really have is that it’s messy …
Lavera Style and Care Gel for Eyelashes
I am not a girl who likes wearing mascara because they tend to darken the eyes, run or cause me some kind of allergic reaction. However, I am lucky and have dark long lashes as it is so mascara is rarely needed, but instead I do use an eyelash …
Sally Hansen Creme Hair Remover Kit For Face, Upper Lip & Chin
Unfortunately, one of the many problems women have to deal with, aside from the whole having a period and birthing babies torture, is that we have to shave our legs and watch facial hair. That’s right, I said it. Facial hair. It’s a delicate subject for most women, but …
Dove Gentle Exfoliating Body Wash
My skin feels so soft and supple hours after I wash my body with this new product from Dove. At least in the Philippines it’s new, but I’ve heard from my aunt that it has been around for ages in the States. The rough skins on my elbows and …
Alberto VO5 Silky experiences moisturizing Shea cashmere shampoo
As a self professed product junkie, I was shopping along in the beauty selection in Kroger, looking to purchase shampoo. My intent was to buy a shampoo that was light but provided moisture to my dry hair. Since the weather where I reside has gotten warmer, I tend …
E.L.F. hyper shine gloss
E.L.F. cosmetic is a makeup brand that is well known for their one dollar products. They offer products that are more than a dollar in their mineral and Studio line too but those are still very affordable. E.L.F. cosmetics was brought to my attention while I was surfing …
Gillette After Shave lotion
Gillette After shave lotions are just the best lotion we can get after a clean shave. It smells masculine and above all it’s cool and refreshing to use. We need to be smart and good looking every day in the profession I am and so shaving is a must …
Goody Styling Therapy Brush for Dry, Flaky Scalp
I bought this brush for $10 at London Drugs, thinking that it would work for me. What got my attention was it said, “copper infused” in the label. It also explains that copper fights the fungi that cause dandruff, and that the brush should be used two …
L’Oreal HIP Brilliant Shine Lip Gloss in Coy
The Product
Coy shade is a reddish bronze color with microshimmers.
The container is a plastic squeeze tube with a round tip applicator.
This has a strong sweet vanilla scent but I did not detect any taste.
This has a thick and sticky consistency.
I bought this on eBay for only Php100 or almost …
Thicker Fuller Hair Revitalizing Shampoo
I used to have thin hair with fine hair strands. Not that I don’t like it, but I decided one day to make it thicker-looking without spending a fortune on hair products. I wanted something that can thicken my hair, and look great. Most of the shampoos I saw …
L’Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base
The L’Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base gets a rating of 8 out of 10 in my opinion. So many people hyped this product up and I have to say that I was impressed by it, but that I will probably not continue to use it. Why? All this …
Sally Hansen Natural Butter Lip Gloss
I absolutely love this Sally Hansen Natural Butter Lip Shine Lip Gloss, it’s definitely one of the best lip gloss that I’ve used and one of my favorites. This is the first lip gloss, besides the lip inflation products, that I’ve tried by Sally Hansen and I definitely love …
Pantene Night Miracle Leave On Serum
The idea of using this miracle serum is to repair hair at night and present your hair in the morning with a perfect shiny hair. I was excited to see the work of this one that is why despite the money problem I am experiencing I bought this one. …
TRESemme 24 Hour Body Shampoo & Conditioner
I am not very impressed with TRESemme’s 24 Hour Body shampoo nor am I impressed with the conditioner. I’ve been using this shampoo and conditioner for about a month hoping for results but I’ve seen nothing. The only benefit I’ve received is soft hair. The shampoo doesn’t lather up …
SkinFood Lettuce Cucumber Mild Pact #2 Natural Beige
Let me show you how I came to love SkinFood Lettuce Cucumber Mild Pact #2 Natural Beige. In my travel to Korea, among my purposes is to explore the place, see the culture of people and learn from them. I have always appreciated not just the place and culture …
Motions Relaxer damaged my hair
Motions relaxer damaged my hair. I was natural for like five month’s before deciding to relax again. I started with Revlon relastic relaxer, because I have thick hair and the online reviews were very good. This relaxer made my hair very dry and brittle and did not even straighten …
Aveeno Active Naturals Skin Relief Body Wash
Body wash is something that is very important to me. I don’t particularly like bar soap, and I feel that body wash is very clean and convenient to use. The last body wash I tried, I wasn’t really looking to try, but it was like it somehow fell into …
Conair Pro Style 1875 watt Hard Hat Dryer
This was a gift from my husband and he did a good job picking this one out . It is a salon style hair dryer that folds up for easy storage . I easily just slide it in the corner of the closet when I’m done with it . …
Maybelline New York Light Brown Ultra-Brow Brush On Color
Maybelline New York Light Brown Ultra-Brow Brush On Color became a staple in my make-up case when I was in my early twenties. I’d been diagnosed with thyroid troubles in my early teens. In my twenties I became hypothyroid again. What not a lot of people know is that …
Caress Moroccan Exotic Oil Infusions Body Wash
I’ve tried many of Caress’s products including their body washes. I think while I was working at Walgreens as a beauty advisor I felt the need to try out everything. I was intrigued by Caress’s exotic line of body wash, mostly because the bottle was shaped like a tear …
Philosophy Fresh Cream Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath
This is a Philosophy scent that I tried a few years ago when they released a set called The Cookbook. It featured three different scented shower gels, and they all had to do with breakfast: Belgian waffles, blackberry sauce, and fresh cream. I thought it would be a real …
Yves Rocher Spa Energie Silky Contouring Cream
What an amazing product, Yves Rocher Spa Energie Silky Contouring Cream. I have always been a very sceptical of creams that promise your skin will look tighter and firmer, mostly because I have used many creams that did not work, but I was desperate. I was not expecting miracles, …
Corn Huskers Lotion
I had never heard of Corn Huskers Lotion until my dad ran out and asked me to purchase more for him. He gave me a small sample to try out, to see if I liked it. And, well I did, as a matter of fact, I loved it! It …
Nivea Visage Multiple Whitening Cream 20+
Being in the early 20s really gives me a more vibrant lifestyle. I just love having fun and enjoying the game. However, the only thing that I hate about being in this age is that I have to cope up with whatever life is throwing at me. Well, let’s …
Pantene Curl Defining Spray Gel
I have been wanting to write a review on this product for a long time now. But for some reason I had never gotten around to it yet. However, I used it again just now and I decided to sit down and write a review because this really is …
S-He Stylezone Magic Colours Lipstick
I purchased the 383 color which translates to really dark violet - now I generally am not a fan of this color, this was purchased mainly for Halloween. I have naturally gave it a few test runs and here is my experience. This lipstick has its dark and bright …
Nichido Eye Pencil Brown
Nichido Eye Pencil Brown is an eye pencil with a brown color. It only costs $1.44 but I purchased it in a cheaper price because the whole store was on sale when I bought it. I purchased it to use on my eyebrows. I chose the Eye pencil in …
Avalon Organics Refreshing Shampoo
I am really picky with shampoos and you cannot blame me. I have curly hair so it’s really mandatory to choose a shampoo that does not strip my hair off of its natural oils, or else, my hair would be dry and frizzy.
The problem with curly hair is that …
Mary Kay Mineral Eye Color in Precious Pink
I have never been more disappointed in an eyeshadow in my whole life! I swear, this one is such a crappy eyeshadow. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone. I had already tried three or four of the Mary Kay mineral eye colors, and I really liked all the ones …
Benefit CORALista Face Powder (blush)
The CORALista blush by Benefit comes in a deep sqaure box along with an attached mirror and blush brush.
I was really excited to use the blush, but it really disappointed me. And I’ll tell you why. First of all the reason I bought the blush was because of it’s …
Dior Capture Totale Foundation
I was at Bloomingdale’s and a nice sales lady talked me into trying a new foundation. I have to say that I had no intentions of buying it , but I changed my mind once I saw the results. The price is a lot more than I usually spend …
David’s Salon - Banawe Branch
Hair & Makeup: Php 896.00
Senior Hairdresser: Ms. Claire
Made an appointment over the phone at David’s Salon in Banawe Quezon City. Took me a while to find their contact number because their website is not working properly. I had to call their main branch and ask where the nearest David’s …
Cover Girl Fresh Look Pressed Powder in Translucent Light
The Product
Translucent light is a yellowish white color which later oxidizes into a more peach tone.
This pressed powder is in a round silver compact with mirror attached in the cover.
This seems to be an odorless pressed powder which could be beneficial for those with sensitive skin on scented powders.
This …
4U2 Lip Sync Slim Sheer Color Harmony in #11
The Product
Number 11 shade is a fuchsia pink color that has no shimmers or chunky glitters.
The container is a light and very slim chrome metal casing which looks classy and expensive.
This has a no particular scent or taste, however.
This has a solid but creamy consistency.
As for the price, I …
Pierre Ricaud 2-in-1 eyebrow pencil and shaping brush
What is this? Exactly what it says in the title.
It’s an eyebrow pencil on one end, and a shaping brush on the other.
You can buy it from Pierre Ricaud online (see my review of the site itself). It’s just £4.95 and I think really good value.
The thing I like …
Nivea Eye Make Up Remover for All Skin Types
My favorite eye makeup remover to use is Nivea Eye Make Up Remover for All Skin Types. It helps get my eye makeup off quickly, effectively, and gently. Best of all it helps nourish and soothe my eye area while I am cleansing the eye makeup off. I even …
Stridex Maximum Acne Pads
Everybody has, or has had acne one point in their life. Acne can be a pain and very embarrassing. I know that every time I have acne, I am to ashamed to go out in public. There is a very nice solution that I have come across and …
Estee Lauder Individualist Natural Finish Powder Makeup
I’m not fond of wearing makeup to work. I only apply makeup on special occasions like going to a wedding or party. Instead, for my everyday use, I put on a facial powder just to prevent my skin from shining with oil.
The problem I encounter with most face powders …
MAC Pink Lemonade Lip Gloss
I received this product as a gift from one of my friends. Although I honestly do not think that it is the best lip gloss that I have ever used, I still like it and I think that it is definitely a product that lip gloss fans should …
Olay Moisturinse In Shower Body Lotion
Olay’s Moisturinse is a body rinse for the shower. The body wash is meant to be used like a skin “conditioner”. After lathering your body with a separate soap, then you may use the Mositurinse. Once, I made the mistake of lathering it on before I …
The Body Shop Banana Nourishing Conditioner
My friend had given me Banana Nourishing Conditioner by The Body Shop for my birthday a few months ago. This is the first product that I ever tried by The Body Shop. When I opened the bottle and smelled it, it smelled absolutely amazing. I don’t really have anything …
Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo
Off late, after having colored my hair with a new color, I noticed that my hair had become dry and frizzy. Though initially I did think f it as a temporary side effect caused perhaps due to the coloring treatment, what really made me panic was …
Freeman Facial Enzyme Mask Pineapple
After my successful result with Freeman Facial Gel Raspberry scrub I was looking to try more of Freeman’s beauty product. I got this facial enzyme mask from our local drug store and it cost me $9 for 150ml. I think it is very affordable for that kind of price. …
Kinesys Sunscreen
I was intrigued by Kinesys Sunscreen when I saw it online. It was in a somewhat different form, but it was in a tube, nonetheless. It weighed around 4 oz, and was actually around $10. I like it because it actually did feel pretty light, and though the brand …
Lux International Soap
Lux international soap is also very good and very gentle on the skin. My sister uses it. So I just tried it once and I felt my skin lovely. After using this soap the skin not only feels soft and healthier but also gives a nice …
Too Faced Smurfette eyeliner
Glitter in eyeliner form. I love it. Also, it comes in a Smurfette design! Who could resist, obviously not me, so I picked it up, not caring how much it cost. This is a limited edition release anyway, so it was probably the only chance I had. The design …
The Body Shop Japanese Cherry Blossom Bath and Shower Gel
On my birthday, my sister gave me a present. She often have nice gifts for me. This time around, she gave me some toiletries from The Body Shop. It contains a bath and shower gel and a bottle of perfume from the Japanese Cherry blossom range of products. In …
Beautique Brow Pencil Natural Blonde
I was born a natural toe-headed little girl, and all through my childhood, my hair was the color of wheat. I never had a desire to change my hair color until I reached adulthood and it started turning into this dirty-dishwater blonde color. The problem was, my eyebrows were …
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