Cosmetics Reviews
E.L.F (Eyes Lips Face) Mineral Booster - Sheer
Lately I had bought the Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream All Day Strong and have liked it so much that I find myself reaching for it more often than my other foundations. I won’t say it is easier to use a BB cream than using a liquid …
Pond’s Rejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream
I’m only 26, but I have always read that the best way to prevent wrinkles and maintain great skin is to start preventative skin care early. Since night creams like this one mostly just give you an extra boost of moisture with a bit of anti-aging ingredients, I decided …
Wet n Wild Eye Make-up Remover
After running out of my highly expensive eye make-up remover I really wasn’t in the market to buy something that cost more that $5. The most cheapest eye make-up remover I found at Ulta was the Wet n Wild one. The bottle was 3 fluid ounces, so …
Dalan Therapy Liquid Antibacterial Hand Soap
If you are at the dollar store and can’t decide what hand soap to buy, my tip here is to only get the Dalan brand. I have tried many brands from the dollar store, and they are terrible. This brand works well, and it is as good as buying …
Rexona Deodorant Stick
Most horrible product that I have ever used on my armpits! After a week of use, I found my armpits really dark, and to think it was the time when I just had my armpits waxed and bleached professionally. The 900 pesos I spent went down the drain. Rexona …
Ricky Reyes Hair Energizing Complex, Non Rinse
The Ricky Reyes Hair Energizing Complex is a hair and scalp spray for everyday care. I found this product a good one. It is a non rinse so I just applied it directly to my scalp in any time of the day but I prefer to make spray at …
Lush
Lush is probably one of my favourite brands and it’s also one of a few natural brands I know of that actually works. “Angels on bare skin” has been my go-to cleanser for the last 3 years. This cleanser always works for me and I genuinely love it, although it …
Bascai Make- up —“ Break up Cool Cleansing Oil
Since I am a person who requires using make —“ up for most of the day, it becomes vital for me to remove it completely before retiring to bed in order to help my skin breathe and keep it looking clean and clear. For this purpose, I always had …
Queen Helene Grape Seed Extract Peel Masque
I am a skin-care product junkie who loves the clean feeling a masque gives me. I have used Queen Helene Grape Seed Extract Peel Masque for about a year now. It is such a wonderful product, and I absolutely love the fabulous results. The price is …
Technic Light up lipgloss
I purchased the Technic Light up lip gloss in May 2011, because I was updating my makeup bag. I had been using Technic products for about 2 years prior to that and so I just picked up a chocolate shade of the Technic Light up lip gloss, thinking …
Avon True Color Eye Shimmers
Avon True Color Eye Shimmers Eyeshadow is a new product to Avon, and I was curious about it so I decided to purchase it. I have used their make-up products on and off for years, and I am usually happy with their products. Avon is one of …
MAC lipglass in C-Thru
I originally purchased MAC lipglass in C-Thru as part of a three lipglass combo set from a cosmetics outlet store. It was paired with MAC Prrr, my favorite MAC lipglass, and MAC Nico lipglass, another lipglass that I was fond of. MAC C-Thru lipglass is a milky, …
Dermalogica Skin Renewal Booster
My skin is feeling a little rough lately. It must be my age or maybe because of the work I usually do around the house. I am also noticing dead skin appearing more frequently than before. I asked a couple of friends about this and they suggested I get …
Nivea Q10
I bought a bottle of this after seeing commercials for it on TV, I guess commercials really do work. And-the lotion really works too. I was surprised at how nice it made my skin feel. It really moisturized and added a nice level of elasticity to …
Hair treat hair shine
I was really having problems regarding my hair.It was really so dry and as if it is not comb.I have used a lot of products which makes my hair really beautiful but if hours had passed by it looks again dry so I am really tired of having products …
Dove Beauty Bar 100g
I have cracked, dry skin. I have been suffering from dry skin and I have been looking for a good bath soap to use. I decided to try DOVE BEAUTY BAR for only Php 40 ( less than $1) for a 100g bar.
The soap smelled so fresh, like fresh …
Nails Inc Nail Polish in Draycott Place
I love to paint my nails, but as a busy mum I don’t always have the time. This is where the Nails Inc range of polishes come in as they are so reliable and effective that they make painting my nails a much easier (and therefore quicker) job …
Hoof Nail Lacquer
Hoof Nail Lacquer put out by Gena Beauty Products is the best nail growth product I have ever tried in years. I have tried hundreds of products due to nail biting only to be discouraged and then to start biting my nails. However after …
Givenchy Le Prismissime Visage
This is one of my favorite from Givenchy. I sometimes spoil myself by indulging in one of the higher end product that I usually keep away from buying. Givenchy’s one of the brand that I truly trust is a value for money kind of product. I couldn’t find any …
Dove Go Fresh Therapy Conditioner
Right after shampooing with Dove Go Fresh Therapy Shampoo for the first time ever earlier this week, I followed that up with its companion product, Dove Go Fresh Therapy Conditioner. These two products are meant to be used in conjunction with each other and share what Dove calls …
Olay Definity Color Recapture
I have a very uneven skin tone. I’m very blotchy red around my nose and mouth, and even my forehead, for whatever reason, is a blotched kind of red tone. But otherwise, my skin tone is very pale, and it’s hard to find a make-up that covers up the …
Flirt! Flirtini Swirled Lipshine in Cosmo Kiss
Flirt! is the cosmetics brand that is sold at Kohl’s stores. I’m not quite sure if this is true or not, but I heard that Flirt! is made by the same company that makes Estee Lauder or one of those high end brands that are sold at department stores. …
Lorac Oil Free Luminizer
I went to Sephora on a mission to find a product that would recreate a look that I saw in an advertisement. It was the dewey, fresh, glowy cheek. I asked a makeup artist there who seemed to know what she was talking about and she pointed …
Revlon Colorstay Mineral Powder
For a change, today I’ll be reviewing a product that I surprisingly did not like very much at all. The Colorstay line from Revlon is usually wonderful; I love their lipstick, their pressed powders, their foundation, liquid liner, pencil liners, almost everything. This, however the …
Costo 14 piece Makeup Brush Kit
This review is going to be for the Costco Brush Kit, which is exactly what it sounds like: a makeup brush kit that you can purchase from the wonderful store of Costco! Because I am not sure if Costco is a strictly American thing, I would suggest looking …
Mark Self Sanctuary Violet Berry Body Butter
I stumbled across the Self Sanctuary Violet Berry Body Butter by Mark from a family member. Before I even put the product on my skin I was amazed by the pleasant and sweet smell. It has a lasting scent that doesn’t just fade off like many other body butters. …
Silk Epil Epilator
So I had been asking for a braun silk epil epilator for my birthday and I happily received one! Couldn’t wait to get started!!
Shaving has always been a hassle, and I had waxed my bikini line before and thought I’d just go for it.
So I had my nicely hairy …
Lip guard gel
When we do a lot of make up to our face and also to our lips to make them look beautiful and attractive, it is also important for us to take a lot of care of our face, lips and over all beauty. And now I am going …
Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss
I absolutely adore these Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Glosses. They are exactly as the descriptions say- silky, sexy, brilliant. The formula is honestly the best out of all the lip glosses I have tried. It’s thick and creamy, yet unlike a lot of other glosses, it’s not sticky or …
The Body Shop: Warming Mineral Mask
I have always loved walking into The Body Shop when I am roaming the mall. When I walked in I was looking to buy a facial mask that would help my complexion for the upcoming winter season. My skin always gets so dry so besides a good face …
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 …
Cover FX Clear Prep Matte Foundation Primer and Anti-Acne Treatment
I have recently been using the Cover FX Clear Prep Matte Foundation Primer and Anti-Acne Treatment. That is a very long name for what is basically just a foundation primer with supposed acne fighting properties. Normally, I use much cheaper drugstore brand primers like the Boots No7 Shine Free …
Dior Iconic Mascara
Diorshow Maximizer (Lash Pluming Serum) and Diorshow Iconic Mascara
Dior is a name that resonates with many of the men and women of the world who are familiar with high quality cosmetics. Even those who have never tried a Dior product know of its popularity with celebrities and wealthy …
Nichido Starlight Lip Color
I enjoy shopping for makeup and when I find something new that I like, I end up buying it provided the price is reasonable. I love going to department stores for my cosmetic shopping as I find that, they usually have varieties that you can choose from. One …
Olay cream ribbons body wash
I prefer to use body wash rather than bar soap. This is the best body wash I have ever used. It makes my skin feel so soft and silky. Even after I rinse it off it still feels soft and silky. It lathers up really good and I can …
Shu Uemura White Recovery Ex+ Gentle Brightening Massage Gel
There are several types of facial wash cleansers nowadays and they tend to vary from soap, facial wash, foamy facial wash and the latest addition gel-based facial cleansers. The latter is not different from the rest albeit the formula is unique and more economical to use. I want to …
Burt’s Bees Carrot Nutritive Night Creme
I have always used moisturizers on my face to make sure it does not dry up and keep it glowing. When I started working I find no time to put on some in the morning and the result makes my face so dry and wrinkly throughout the day. I …
Avon Favorite Looks Eye Palette
I am ashamed to admit, but I used to sort of look down on Avon products. I know. I know. Please don’t shoot, I was just ignorant of their greatness and am now properly chastised.
Okay, enough groveling. Let me explain why I have repented and recanted. I was introduced to …
Benefit They’re Real Mascara
Some women were born with naturally long and luscious eyelashes, but unfortunately I was not one of them. I have tried adhesive lashes in the past to give me the full look that I love, but I started to notice that my natural lashes were becoming thin. …
Hebral Essence Hello Hydration Moisturizing Conditioner
When my hair gets super dry and I have a lot of split ends I like to use Herbal Essences Hello Hydrations Moisturizing Conditioner. It has natural moisturizing ingredients in it and a soft tropical vanilla coconut smells to it that is very sweet. This conditioner helps repair my …
Burt’s Bees Bath & Body Oil with Lemon & Vitamin E
I like using oils and lotions on my skin, especially during the winter month when my skin gets really dry from the cold temperatures and the low humidity. I usually use extra virgin olive oil all over my skin because it offers a lot of moisture. The …
Bath and Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Body Lotion
A friend gave me this body lotion as a gift. I admit I am personally not a huge fan of body lotions since I am often too lazy to put it on. So, I was surprised to have gotten this from my friend, who gushed to me about how …
Lorial anti dandruff shampoo
Most of the people must have heard about the Lorial products. Lorial is an internationally recognised company, which produces very fine quality products, such as, crèmes, shampoos, lipsticks, eyeliners and many more. I am using many of Lorial products. And now I am going to write …
Bellanue Facial Serum
I recently saw an ad for a product called Bellanue Facial Serum that made some pretty promising claims. I had never heard anything about this company or this brand of cosmetics before. The product was supposed to lessen wrinkles, firm, soften, and improve the texture of my …
Wet n Wild H2O Proof Blending Eye Pencil (Black shade)
I have had the Wet n Wild H20 Proof Eyeliner for a long time, and it has served me well. For only two dollars, these are a great deal, especially since they come in many different colors. I really like trying out all the different colors to see which …
Hortaleza Professional Keratin Hot Oil Treatment
My sister and I went to HBC Home of Beauty Exclusives and bought some personal cosmetics including Hortaleza Professional Keratin Hot Oil Treatment. I bought sachets of it and each sachet only costs 13PHP. There is also a big container of it which costs around 130 pesos only.
However, …
Rexona Deo-Whitening
For years I have struggled with dark underarms and chicken skin because of shaving and plucking, so for years I have been trying a lot of products that promises to whiten my armpits and make it smoother.
I tried Rexona Deodorant, just to check if it would work, but …
Equate Facial Wipes
There is a big discussion as to whether we should use wipes or a facial soap and water. I’ve struggled to find the perfect solution for my face. As a result I have tried a good many different products. I test them on price, effectiveness, and dependability. All of …
Yves Rocher Provençal Lavandin Shower Gel
Before I start I must say that although lavender is a bit of a ‘love it or hate it’ fragrance for most people, I’m not too fussed either way with it. So when I received two bottles of Yves Rocher Provençal Lavandin shower gel as a Christmas present I …
Eskinol Astringent
Many years ago, I bought Eskinol Astringent for around 80 pesos from a drugstore. It is one of the best astringents I ever used, because it was able to get rid of my acne in an effective way, without having to use something else. It is worth my money. …
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