Cosmetics Reviews
Bourjois Paris 10 Hour Sleep Effect Foundation
I have heard way too much about this new Bourjois Paris 10 Hour Sleep Effect Foundation to not to try it out, at least, so after work I went down to my local drugstore and got a bottle of magic. Or so I hoped was magic. I was also …
Elements Body Wash
I was in my local discount store before Christmas and spotted the Elements Body Wash in Fresh and Clean Scent. I was buying stocking stuffers and decided this would be a great one for a guy friend. I bought two, one for him and one for guests, and paid …
Maybelline Dream Matte Mouse Foundation
I thought the concept for the Dream Matte Mousse Foundation by Maybelline is great and as soon as I started seeing the ads for it on commericals and in my magazines I really wanted to try it. This is one of the first liquid foundations that I’ve tried by …
Derma E - Scar Gel
I used to have a lot of small scars a few months back because of insect bites and acne scars. I was actually more concerned about old and brown insect bites which can’t go away, and so later on I decided to buy a good anti scar product. I …
Clinique Set Skin Type Set
The Liquid Face Mild Soap, There’s nothing mild about this liquid soap at all. It made my skin really dry. It didn’t really make my skin red, just when I rubbed my face or picked at the flakes that was coming off because of the dry skin that this …
Collection 2000 Fast Stroke Liquid Eyeliner
I think the Collection 2000 Fast Stroke is an excellent liquid eyeliner for a variety of reasons, and yet it was one of the cheapest brands to choose from. I think it was just a few quid (I bought it from Morrisons supermarket) and half the price of …
Conair Styling Essentials Self Grip Rollers
I received Conair Styling Essentials Self Grip Rollers for free because someone had donated new ones to my church. I had always wanted to try these types of rollers because I’ve seen models with them in their hair getting ready for runway shows and I would think, “so …
Benefit Fancy Pancy Velvet Eye Shadow
Even though purple was still last year’s color, people are still wearing purple everywhere anywhere this year, including yours truly! I love blue and purple smokey eyes but now seeing the latest Twilight movie, Eclipse, I wanted to experiment on a little glitter with silver, and I needed a …
Bed Head Tigi Hook-up Mousse Wax
I don’t know why, but for some strange reasons I always get compliments from my friends whenever I get the nerves to style my hair curly. It makes me nervous to be sporting curly locks because I have naturally thick hair that may eventually go out of control …
Revlon Colostay 12 Hour Eye Shadow
I tried a lots eye shadow since I really loved fashion and wearing make up really completes my day.Collecting and trying some product is the best way to find out what really fits you so I bought this eye shadow of Revlon Colorstay, It caught my attention since it …
Ever Bilena Advance Lighting Lip Gloss in Captivating
The Product
Captivating shade is a pinkish maroon shade with micro shimmers.
The container is a rectangular tube with an attached mirror in the side and the cap lights up once you pull it out where the doe-foot applicator is attached.
This has a faint, sweet pineapple scent but I did not …
Sophie magic blush
I’m a sucker for healthy rosy cheeks so its important to apply a little bit of cheek tint when I’m running errands at daytime. I can say that I’m not a fan of heavy coverage especially at broad daylight, less light wearing make-up is best for me. Now I’d …
Garnier Skin Naturals Pure Deep Scrub Gel
I have always looked for the perfect facial scrub which could help me lighten up my blemishes without making my face look dry and red. I have used a lot of facial scrubs before but my face always turns red and blotchy. And most of them stings.
However, since I have …
Elizabeth Arden Intervene 3-in-1 Daily Cleanser Exfoliator Primer
While in the middle of traveling, it’s difficult to pack for essential toiletries. I make sure not to lug around unsafe items prone to spilling or solutions. This time, I was looking for a good cleanser I can temporarily use in my trips since my regular wash …
Sephora FACE Purifying Facial Mask
Most women are very into taking care of their skin lately. However, after working in the cosmetic industry for nearly five years now I’ve noticed that many women skip the step of using a mask. A mask is a product that should be integrated into any successful skin care …
Buxom Buxom Dolly Does Amsterdam Makeup Set
I really like this Buxom Buxom Dolly Does in Amsterdam Makeup set.
The Buxom Lash Mascara has the longest brush that I have ever used, and I’ve used a lot of mascaras. It’s a good sized brush and is really long, it’s like the size of my eye completely. I …
Garnier Skin Naturals Light Visible Whitening Face Powder
I got this powder from the local drugstore at $4.5. It is by far the cheapest powder I have got myself. I got this because of the heavy promotions and advertising done in the television box. This product line claim to use natural ingredients and I am a firm …
Babor Aroma Massage and Bath Oil
I have bought this massage and bath oil because one of my friends told me how velvety smooth and relaxed her skin felt after using it. She was right. Not only my skin feels this way, the entire body seems to dive into a relaxed tranquil state after using …
Avon Feelin Fresh Powder Deodorant
Avon has new deodorant product that’s perfect for people like me who spent whole day outside. Feelin Fresh Powder Deodorant is a non-sticky anti-perspirant deodorant which protects armpit from wetness and offensive odor brought by exhausting daily activities. It is ideally packed in a 60 gram-tube.
I choose to use …
Clean & Clear Deep Action Cream Cleanser
At my age, I have to prevent pimples and acne from sprouting up at all costs. My skin, fortunately, only suffers from some clogged pores on my nose, and 1-3 tiny pimples a month. This, I have no problem with. My fear has always been that in a year …
Judith August EraseZit Antiseptic Concealer Neutral Light
This product had me extremely excited from the get-go, I’d only ever seen it the one time, and when I looked at it and read the packaging, I knew I had to have one. Even in my mid-thirties I still have breakouts. For the most part, it’s just small …
China Glaze Emerald Sparkle Nail Polish
I am in love with China Glazes nail polish! All of them are absolutely beautiful, I was in absolute love when I was in front of a variety of colors, shades, and tints of China Glaze’s nail polishes at Sally’s Beauty Supply Store. I was going to a party …
Max Factor Masterpiece Waterproof High Definition Mascara
Funny incident happened to me when I bought Max Factor Masterpiece Waterproof High Definition Mascara at the Landmark Department store in Makati City because I was looking for an eye shadow to match my Sunday dress but accidentally, I ended up buying eye mascara. It was costing $13.89 for …
Sally Hansen Hard as Wraps
On a recent shopping trip, I was searching for a nail hardener to help with my brittle, flimsy nails. I found a product that caught my eye, Sally Hansen Hard as Wraps. This nail enamel claims to make you nails as strong as they are with nail …
L’Oreal Feria’s Downtown Brown Hair Dye
The Feria brand of hair coloring from L’Oreal have been a reputable hair dye home kit that many woman have known to be one they can count on. When trying the tone “Downtown Brown”, I thought that I would be using a product that was satisfying and delivering of …
Clinique Full Potential Lips Plump and Shine
Clinique Full Potential Lips Plump and Shine, is a must have in your beauty bag. This stuff really makes your lips look bigger within in a few seconds of applying it. I am glad that I tried this product out. It does many good things for your lips. This …
Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin
I absolutely despise that oily feeling that most effective lotions leave on the skin for hours after application. This is why I really like Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion. I live in a very dry, windy, cold area, so I have a huge problem with dry skin on my arms, …
Lux Super Damage Repair Shampoo & Conditioner
I remember using Lux Super Damage Repair Shampoo & Conditioner two years ago. I came across this product while shopping for a good shampoo and conditioner for my hair. Unlike other brands of shampoo wherein they fuse both shampoo and conditioner, this one comes in two different bottles. One …
Body Shop Tea Tree Oil Daily Facial Toner
I have been using Tea Tree Oil from The Body Shop since before I even knew what facial toner was. In the 10 years that I have been using Tea Tree Oil Daily Facial Toner, my skin has been clear and …
Lush Fair Trade Foot Lotion
I’ve first chanced upon Lush’s Fair Trade Foot Lotion when I searched the net for a good lotion for my tired feet. I grabbed a 100g tub of the lotion one day, and I immediately loved its scent. It’s also quite reasonably priced, too, at around $6.50 to $7.50 …
Garnier nutritioniste ultra lift deep wrinkle treatment
This deep wrinkle treatment is better than I thought it was going to be. I tried it for the first time yesterday and I really like it. I really like the consistency of the cream. It’s not too oily like a lot of creams are, I often worry that …
OPI Passion Nail Polish
OPI is one of my favorite brands out there when it comes to nail polishes, I have a huge collection of their nail polishes, because they’re all so amazing! Reason being I love them so much is because they’re sold at a really good price where I reside, and …
Mineral Face FX Black Liner
I just purchased this item about a week ago. I have been dying to try this brand of makeup since I heard a lot about it from my friends.
The liner comes a loose black powder in a small jar with a sifter. I flip it upside down so it’s …
Mary-Kate and Ashley Liquid Color Ultra Wet Lip Gloss in Maybe
The Product
Maybe shade is a light purplish brown with no shimmers or glitters.
The container is a quite long rectangular tube with a silver cap where the doe-foot applicator is attached.
The consistency is thick and sticky but smooth and creamy.
This is a discontinued brand and product but I was able …
Suave Kids 2 in 1
Suave Kids 2 in 1 makes bathing for my children a snap! It’s only one product that they have to use on their hair; and it works well.
I let my son pick out the scent that he likes so he feels like he gets to make a choice too. …
Fresh Supernova mascara
I hate this one too. This stuff is horrible, within an hour I was looking like a horror show. When I applied it for the first time, it took all my lashes and clumped them into one triangular monolash and one hour later, I was dealing with raccoon eyes …
Naturals Almond Oil & Avocado Conditioner by Avon
As I have stated many times in my reviews, though I do adore expensive luxury beauty products I also love a good bargain and feel that products from Avon offer both of these qualities.
As I recently tried their Almond Oil and Avocado Shampoo from the Naturals range and was …
Avon Hand Cream Skin so Soft, Winter Soft
When I was a child I didn’t like to use hand creams because they didn’t absorb quickly and I couldn’t do nothing for 10 to 15 minutes. I remember my mother always wanted to put some cream on my hands, specially during the winter but I would run away …
Canus Goat’s Milk Moisturizing Body Wash Original
Okay, so this was a pretty expensive purchase for me at $15 a bottle for the Canus Goat’s Milk Moisturizing Body Wash Original but it was also a 33 ounce bottle and would last everyone in the household a long time. We’re a family of four, and I’m the …
Victoria’s Secret Pure Seduction Sanitizing Hand Gel
I needed some sanitizing hand gel so I decided to get some Victoria’s Secret Pure Seduction Sanitizing Hand Gel. It has a very nice sweet fruity floral scent to it that I find very flirty and happy smelling. It has a cool pinkish purple clear color to it …
Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Face Lotion
THE PRICE:
A 1.7 Fl. Oz. tube costs about $10.00. I actually got this one for free from a friend who bought it and didn’t like it.
THE PACKAGING:
This actually comes in a rectangular white and gray squeeze-tube with a snap top and rounded corners. It looks more like a tube …
Crabtree & Evelyn Rosewater Hand Therapy Cream
I always felt that my hands always felt —˜overworked’ and this indeed made them looking quite dull and unattractive. Though I always tried maintaining them with regular manicures, it became vital for me to actually use a —˜hand cream’ on a day to day basis to actually help them …
Cleen Ethyl Alcohol - 70% Antiseptic Solution
I have tried using different brand of alcohol but I like the most is the Cleene Ethyl Alcohol. Other alcohols have strong scents and leave the skin dry. Cleene alcohol has a mild scent just like cologne. It is 70% solution antiseptic solution. Our whole …
Softsheen Carson Dark and Lovely Healthy Gloss 5 Leave in Treatment
I was browsing one afternoon in my neighborhood dollar general to replenish some of my exhausted beauty products. As odd as it may seem, I can find some pretty good name products at affordable prices. Which is how I came across Softsheen Carson Dark and Lovely Healthy Gloss 5 …
Covergirl Lashexact Mascara
Alright, ladies, let’s talk mascara. One of my favorite subjects, I can never ever leave the house without some form of mascara on my lashes. Be it powder, cake, or liquid form, I always need something so that my lashes are actually visible to the outside world. I am …
Sisleya Eye and Lip Contour Cream
I received a jar of the Sisleya Eye and Lip Contour Cream for a Christmas present. Since Sisley is a top high-end brand designer, I knew that I had gotten a very expensive gift when I opened the box. Later, out of curiosity, I looked it up on the …
Maybelline Lip Smooth Color and Shine
The Product
The shades and flavors that I bought were strawberry and raspberry. Both are red-based colors, but the strawberry has a touch of pink to it.
The container is a standard lip balm tube with very simple label design which looks like circles side-by-side to each other and the …
L’Oreal White Perfect Re-Lighting Spot Corrector
L’Oreal Paris products are always been the answers of women’s cosmetics needs especially when it comes to protecting skin and beauty. Lately, I’d bought their skin whitening spot corrector for skin blemishes and fine lines, this perfect skin re-lighting zooming spot corrector seemed the answer to my long time …
Clinique 3-Step Skin Care System
Clinique’s 3-step program is one of the most popular cosmetic cleansers on the market. The product is fairly expensive, one of the more pricey products in this category, yet so many people use it and swear by it that it was natural of me to assume that this was …
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