Cosmetics Reviews
CoverGirl Line Exact Liquid Liner Pen in Black Brown
I am always searching for the perfect liquid liner that goes on easily, yet does not flake off as so many tend to do. So, I probably purchased the CoverGirl Line Exact Liquid Liner Pen with expectations that were too high. Although this is a really good …
Clinique Quickliner For Eyes
I purchased this Quickliner For Eyes in a blue-grey shade as a replacement for another shade I had long ago that became discontinued. (Except I think that product was called Quick Eyes.) The shade was either called Blue Lighting or Blue Lightning, and it was a lovely combination of …
Burt’s Bees Beeswax LipBalm
Like a lot of other girls my age, I have discovered Burts Bees Beeswax LipBalm and I never turned back to the chapstick brand afterwards. This is the best quality chapstick I have ever used!!!
Now, the entire burts bees line is impressive, but this item is …
Skin Food Lettuce and Cucumber Mild Pact
I’ve been using this amazing compact powder since i had this sudden pimples and my dermatologist said that i should refrain from using strong foundation or any compact powder that could irritate my skin. But then I discovered this Skin Food store, this is original from Korea and they …
L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara
This is one of my favorite mascaras however it wasn’t always like that. When I first got it and I used it, I hated it. It came out clumpy and it didn’t make my lashes any longer, it gave me volume but not length or fullness. It also took …
Lush Tiny Hands Hand Cream
I ended up buying this as it was recommended in a magazine 1 time so I thought I would try it. I do try to use Hand Cream every day but I do forget and also can’t bothered sometimes. It seemed a bit weird to use a Solid Hand …
Nivea Sun After Sun Tan Prolonger Lotion
I bought my first sun cream in the store when I had my holiday time near the beach. We spent more than a week in a beautiful island and our hotel was just few meters distance from the beach. Since we would like to spend most of the time …
Petal Fresh Botanicals Fresh Olive Oil Shea Body Lotion
After shaving my legs they always are really dry and a lotion I enjoy using to help nourishes them back up again so they can be silky smooth is the Petal Fresh Botanicals Fresh Olive Oil Shea Body Lotion. I like to use this lotion because it contains natural …
Summer’s Eve Sweet Romance Douche
I have been having a few bad experiences with douche. When I first decided to try them, I was optimistic. Then I started getting a slew of douche products that irritate me. I know one brand that is trustworthy is Summer’s Eve. That is why I try to stick …
Johnson’s Soothing Naturals
I like to try different types of skin nourishing body lotions and trying Johnson’s Soothing Naturals had never even crossed my mind. I actually happened to try it because one of my co-workers told me about it and how good it worked for her.
Well being open to trying new …
Rosal LipBalm colour & shine
Lip balms and lip glosses are something that I always have with me, not just on the winter days when it is cold outside but also in the house. I Use Lip balms much more than lip glosses because lip balms make your lips feel soft and they also …
Aveeno Essential Moisture Lip Conditioner
This was the first lip treatment that I’ve tried by Aveeno and I was really surprised at how well that it worked. My lips can get really dry and chapped sometimes, I’m not really sure why but they do even though I try and prevent it and I’m very …
American Crew Matt Defining Paste
American Crew have a great range of products available and I have used quite a few over the years. They do a great range of hair care products as well as shower gels and lotions. I’ve been using their range of shampoo and conditioners for greasy hair, and I …
Maybelline Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner
I love the eyeliner on my water line but I had enough of kohl pencils —“ they always smudge away after 30 minutes and I hated having to re-apply it all the time throughout the day. I was looking for a product that will last all day and will …
Olay Moisturinse body lotion
I am a long time lover of Olay products, and have reviewed many of them here at reviewstream. I did not mind in the least paying out $7Cdn for Olays new Moisturinse in shower body lotion for extra dry skin.
I was intrigued by the notion of using a body …
Sisley Phyto-Blanc Lightening Toning Lotion
I actually got dark pigments on the cheeks and forehead after being under the sun for years. I actually had a fair complexion, and because of the uneven skin tone I suffered from, I tried a few products which promised to lighten the skin. They did not actually do …
Johnson’s Holiday Skin body lotion
There are various body lotions on the market that contain a hint of self-tanning cream. Furthermore there is now a vast array of methods to create a tan without subjecting yourself to the harsh and damaging rays of the sun. Johnson’s Holiday Skin body lotion is just …
Foot Egg As-Seen-On-TV
I very rarely buy anything directly off a television advertisement; but I really wanted a Foot Egg. When I called the toll free number a couple of months ago to order the Foot Egg, the customer service line was busy. I forgot about this pedicure product for quite awhile …
Wild Growth hair oil
As a person of mixed races, my hair is rather interestingly textured - not as thick/straight as native American hair, but not really kinky or coarse like African American hair (these are the main components of my heritage). As a result, I guess I have a hair texture that …
Victoria’s Secret Blackberry and Tonka Bean Hydrating Lotion
Hands down, this is the best product that Victoria’s Secret has come out with. Usually, I don’t care very much for their body lotions because of their very strong, flowery smell. However, the all-natural line that Victoria’s Secret came out with last spring exceeded all my expectations.
It is …
MAC Bad Fairy Nail Polish
This nail polish is from MAC’s latest collaboration with Disney called Venomous Villains. They featured four villains and this nail polish was under the umbrella of makeup of villain Maleficent. This was the nail polish that sold out first in my local MAC. Actually it was the first make …
Clinique Naturally Glossy Mascara
I wouldn’t be surprised if majority of women is on a continuous quest to find the dependable mascara. It’s a hard task to find a mascara product that performance well without aggravating clump formation and/or flaking. I’ve had quite an experience on my mascara quest. I’ve …
Human Heart Nature Sand Dollar Mineral Powder
I have a really oily and acne prone skin. I chose products that would not clog my pores and trigger acne breakout. So in my make-up kit, you will find Human Heart Nature Sand Dollar Mineral Powder.
I have a brown complexion and so the sand dollar is really perfect …
ANEW ULTIMATE Contouring Eye System
It has seemed, over the years, that I just can’t catch a break. If I’m not dealing with acne in my youth, and occassional blemishes in my adulthood, then it’s also these awful dark circles under my eyes that make me, with my pale skin, look like a vampire, …
Loreal Total Repair 5 Repairing Conditioner
Haven’t I blabbered enough already that I’m fond of using Loreal’s hair care products? Let me do that again. For now, my eyes turned to Loreal’s total repair 5, a repairing conditioner of sorts. My local grocery store is well stocked of Loreal items, and …
Maybelline Total Clean Absolute Makeup Remover - Full Face
I normally do not like to use a Makeup Remover. I like to use my Almond Oil for that purpose as it is natural, contains vitamin E which is good for skin, moisturizes my eye lashes and makes them grow, is gentle on my skin and removes all …
Victoria’s Secret Love Spell Anti Bacterial Sanitizing Hand Gel
A couple days ago I just got some Victoria’s Secret Love Spell Anti Bacterial Sanitizing Hand Gel because I ran out of my other hand sanitizing gel. I love the romantic flirty fruity flowery scent it has and the neat beautiful lavender purple color it has. I love the …
Sephora Extreme Lash Mascara-Brown
I picked up the Sephora Extreme Lash Mascara from their website because it looked like something I would like. I used a similar mascara from another company, but I got sick of it because it took way too long to dry. I usually use black, but the Sephora website …
Maybelline New York Fruity Jelly Lip Gloss
I first got wind of this product when I was browsing Cosmopolian Philippines’ website. They have an online article regarding best and cheap beauty products and one of which is the Maybelline Fruity Jelly Lip Gloss. I love Maybelline products and since, during that time when I was reading …
I.Color Focus Blue EyeShadow Quad
I bought this eyeshadow quad set in Hong Kong for about $10 USD, it was inexpensive and the colours in this one were creamy white, light blue, azure blue, and some navy blue. I loved the combination so I bought it.
The eyeshadow quad had 4 1X1 inch tiny squares …
Burt’s Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk & Honey Body Lotion
Burt’s Bees have always been the top of the line in skin care products I think and this lightweight body lotion did not disappoint. The lotion is loaded with Vitamin E to give you that moisturized feeling only the best lotions can provide and, of course, bees wax to …
Conair Kids Nail Glitter and Gem Kit
I saw a commercial for the Conair Kids Nail Glitter and Gem Kit and it looked like so much fun that I got it for my niece for her birthday. She loves to play with make up and accessories, and loves nail polish and stickers. I thought …
Organic Root Stimulator
Organic Root Stimulator is a product that is supposed to make your hair shine naturally and its also supposed to keep the roots of your hair good alive and healthy, Organic root stimulator has been around for years but there was something about it that it just did not …
deJaVU Creamed Nail Off
I paint my nails all the time. I like how it makes me feel feminine and love how nail polish can brighten up my hands. They are like accessories for my hands. However, wearing nail polish also means I have to wash the polish off when they start to …
Body Shop Peppermint Cooling Foot Spray
The Body Shop’s Peppermint Cooling Foot Spray is on my personal list of summer must-have items. I take mine on trips to the beach, after my weekly cardio run, and even use it after a long day of walking about the city on hot summer days. I must confess that …
Sunsilk Captivating Gel and Cream Twist
I have curly hair, and until I was out of my teens, I absolutely hated it. I tried every way in the world to make my hair lay flat. Once I decided to love my curly hair, I had to find ways to make it even more curly. If …
Human Heart Nature All-Natural Deodorant with Sunflower Oil
I count myself lucky to have absolutely no body odor issues. Living under tropical climes, the expression “sweat like a pig” may be taken as an understatement, but fortunately, my body seldom smells. It was my sister who recommended the Human Heart Nature all-natural deodorant, despite her …
NYC Smooth Skin Liquid Makeup
I had bought other N.Y.C cosmetics before but never their facial foundation. The packaging for this foundation is very basic, and almost makes it look like a no-name product so I was originally sceptical to try N.Y.C Smooth Skin Liquid Makeup in True Beige.
My local Cosmetician suggested I try …
Kojic Soap for skin whitening
Oh! Kojic is an amazing soap! It changes my life!
Since I was a kid, my classmates always compel me for having darker skin and ugly. I was ashamed of myself and always cry alone. Actually, I have lost my self-confident. Years have passed. Still my skin is too dark. …
Benefit Badgal Lash mascara
Over the holidays I was given a gift set of sample mascaras from Sephora. Well, they were bought from Sephora, not that they gave it to me for free. It was a gift from my boyfriend. I had mentioned in passing that they would be a neat gift since …
Bottega Verde Restructuring Duo mascara
Since about two years ago I started buying only Bottega verde mascaras and usually It was Restructuring Duo mascara. The first time I bought it was when my sister, a Bottega Verde member, got home a brochure with the offer for this mascara. I don’t remember how much was …
Lifebuoy Bar Soap
I has been using Lifebuoy bar soap for many years. I rarely use other brands. It is now a part of my life. Its medicated carbolic smell is an important part of my bath ritual. I like using the bar soap because it offers protection from infection causing germs. …
Mint Julep Masque by Queen Helene
Mint Julep Masque by Queen Helene is a good, effective and cheap substitute for a more expensive green clay masque. You can find it in most pharmacies. It is an effective way to dry up pimples and get rid of blackheads.
You can put it all over your face for …
The Body Shop Moisture Cream with Vitamin E
I always trust the Body Shop when it comes to cosmetics. They’re always a little on the pricey side, but for as long as I’ve used their products, they always provide very high quality cosmetics. I’ve been looking for a good face cream recently, and I noticed this cream …
MAC Snob Lipstick
I am so in love with this lipstick, words can’t even explain! I’ve been looking for a lipstick this is exact color for a VERY long time now, and I mean very long time. At first I was just checking out regular drug store lipsticks, I don’t know why …
American Crew Daily Shampoo For normal to oily hair and scalp
I thought this product sounded perfect for me! I change out my shampoos on a pretty regular basis, and have done so for the past decade or so after reading an article suggesting that your hair can get used to a single shampoo very quickly and will stop reacting …
L’Oreal Bare Naturale Soft-Focus Mineral Finish Translucent Light
I have tried a lot of different foundations and powders over the years, for several reasons. One is that I really like to change out my make-up on a regular basis because my skin adapts very easily and quickly and usually the make-up just doesn’t work the same way …
Maybelline Blemish Treatment Pen
This product, in my opinion, does not blend well with the user’s original skin colour.
Being one with rather tanned skin, I opted for the concealer’s tone which is medium beige dark. However, when I apply it onto the blemishes on my face, it turned out …
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