Cosmetics Reviews

The Body Shop Honey Moisturizing Conditioner

I am not a huge fan of the Body Shop, but I am always hearing great things about their hair styling products. About a week ago, my cousin and I went shopping in my local mall and I saw this product. I need a new conditioner at …

Veet Hair Removal Cream

I was so worried when I learned that my teen girl shaved the unwanted hair on her upper lip because I thought that it would grow longer and become thicker. We both share the same fear that I had to seek assistance from a professional.

Original Strength Gold Bond Medicated Body Powder

I hate it when my skin becomes really itchy for no reason at all. It drives me so nuts. Anyways, one of the body care products I like to relieve itchiness from my skin is Original Strength Gold Bond Body Powder. It is very soothing to my skin and …

Freeze It Mega Freeze Hair Spray

My hair can be rather difficult to manage. Most of the time I opt for mouse or spray gel when I need styling hold rather then hairspray as my hair is naturally dry and frizzy to begin with and I worry about hairspray drying it out more. However there …

Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Lotion

I was in love with the facial wash from this line, so I took the risk to purchase the ever so famous moisturizing lotion from Hada Labo. A friend who resides in Japan confirmed this brand is a very famous and successful one. The company claimed that this is …

Moisture Surge Intense Skin Fortifying Hydrator by Clinique

A few weeks ago my face started getting extremely dry and flaky. I tried putting lotion on it and some aloe vera gel but it didn’t make any difference. My skin was red, felt stretched and painful. I was getting very hopeless and I thought I would look like …

Lip Smacker Cherry Coca Cola Lip Balm

I bought this lip balm as Cherry Coca Cola is my favourite soft drink, the design of the tube captured me as it looked so different to Chapstick and other lip products - in fact it’s designed to closely resemble the Cherry Coke tin and is something I love …

The Body Shop Black Velvet Apricot Body Smoother

It had been a super hectic week at my workplace and by Friday I was on the verge of exhaustion. I was so looking forward to the weekend to rewind and relax at home.
I was on my way to the subway when I walked past the Body Shop. …

Geo Cosmetic Contact Lenses

I went out of my limits and purchased cosmetic lenses for fun. My first pair came from Geo contact lenses. These contact lenses don’t serve any higher purpose other than cosmetically changing my eye color. I don’t have 20-20 vision and, therefore, wear corrective contact lenses …

Veet

I am one of those woman who can be considered as monkeys because I have lots of hairs in my legs and in my arms. I think it’s in the genes as my relatives are hairy. I am aware that it affects the way I wear my clothes especially …

Herbacin Kamille + Silicone Hand Cream

I’m always on the lookout for a good hand cream because I am constantly working with my hands and I often find them to be very dry at the end of the day. Herbacin Kamille was one of the more affordable hand creams and I decided to give it …

Clinique Dewy Smooth Anti-Aging Makeup SPF 15

In one of my shopping sprees in Korea, I bought an anti-aging makeup SPF 15. When I first saw this product, my curiosity was aroused because of it having anti-aging properties aside from its being a foundation makeup. I have not seen this often, so I decided to purchase …

Revlon - Midnight Swirl - Lip Lustre - Currant Affair

As I sat down to write this review, I could not figure out what this gloss smells like to save my life! I thought it was cherries.
I just got it: triaminic. It smells like Triaminic the kid’s cough syrup; the grape flavored one. Exactly.
If you’re not bothered by that …

Sumptuous Mascara by Estee Lauder

Mascara makers all try to get you to believe that their product will make your lashes long, thick, and luxurious. This product by Estee Lauder is one of those. To prove it to trusting readers, the product makers have placed a rather image of the actual mascara …

Ahava 3-in-1 Mineral Toning Cleanser

Ahava is a cosmetics brand known for using minerals from the Dead Sea. I recently purchased some products from the store and got the 3-in-1 mineral toning cleaner for free. This freebie came in a small 25ml tube which is perfect for overnight trips or weekends out …

Philosophy - Empowermint Hot Salt Scrub

This is one of the best scrubs I have tried. I keep buying them as they give me an in house spa feeling that I crave. Going to the spa weekly is something like a dream for me thus I buy a lot of spa and bathing products. This is …

StellaMare Cinnamon Natural Soap

I just happened to come across this soap in T.J. Maxx. Since I am a collector of scented soaps, I purchased it. It was $3.99 for a 6 ounce bar, but I think that is a discounted price. It says on the price tag, “Compare at $7.00,” so maybe …

MAC Mineralize Blush in Super Duper Natural

I dislike wearing full face make-up unless it is necessary. Although I have my days of wanting to look extra polished and feminine, most of the time, I just put on blush, lip gloss or lip tint and I’m good to go. This is why finding the right shade of …

Avon Skin So Soft Replenishing Hand and Body Lotion

I think as a career woman who works so hard, I deserve to pamper myself with the best beauty products I could ever afford. I find it also some sort of reprieve from my usual frantic mode of life whenever I do my beauty regimen on specific hours …

Bare Minerals Makeup

I have finally found a makeup that matches my golden skin tone and does not feel extremely heavy or oily. Bare minerals let my skin actually breath. I usually wear a liquid foundation but got so tired of the feel of it. This was the first time …

Maybelline’s Clear Smooth Minerals Luminous blush

Ever since I started working and earning my own bucks, one of the first items I usually shop for on a payday are make up essentials. And when it comes to buying this stuff, a great blush is always a priority in my budget.
About a year ago, during one …

L’oreal Healthy Look Creme Gloss Hair Color - Truffle (Medium Brown)

I have finally found a hair color that looks good , and actually makes your hair look healthier when you use it. This is a great product that is not to expensive either. I usually use a hair dye that stays in my hair until it grows out , …

Nivea a Kiss of Moisture

NIVEA A KISS OF MOISTURE is a miracle product as far as I’m concerned. I don’t know if any of you out there have the same problem as me whereas chap stick makes my lips chap. Weird I know but when I use regular even medicated chap sticks, …

Braun Silk x’Elle Epilation Shaver

I happen to be a very hairy woman. I always joke around that someone in my family tree got drunk and mated with sasquatch. But honestly, it’s no joke. I hate being this hairy.
I went in search of ways to remove my hair. I hate shaving.. I mean …

Avon Spotlight Body Lotion

I have been using the Perfume of this scent off and on recently. I wouldn’t say it is my favourite scent out there, but it is nice enough and a nice change. I got this on a special offer so that’s why I got it.
This comes in a 150ml …

The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil Facial Blotting Tissues

I have always heard about how great this essential oil is for the hair and body. Although my skin is very dry, I tend to sweat a lot during the summer months when the weather in my city becomes extremely humid. About a month ago, I was …

Fem Hair Removing Cream

A woman always likes feeling soft and smooth when it comes to her skin but the unwanted hair growth just spoils it all. Hairs on the legs and arms are the two things I just hate and like getting rid of it. Normally I go for cold waxing but that …

Calgon Body Mist Hawaiian Ginger

I remember the days when I wasn’t even a teenager yet and my mother would draw me a hot bath and treat me to some calgon bubble bath. I used to love that stuff, and it provides me now with a ton of great memories. I’ve grown older, obviously, …

Head and Shoulders Shampoo Menthol

Head and Shoulders Menthol, works well with my conditioners. What it has in the label which is anti-dandruff is really true. Before I went here in the states, I used to have a few dandruff that was probably caused by the weather or just the kind of shampoo I …

Kai 3-in-1 Plastic Mascara Guide

I have been looking endlessly for a good mascara guide but I could not find a good brand. I used to have a mascara plastic guide but I broke it, I am guessing it was too flimsy or I was too hard in using it. When I went to …

Bath and Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Body Cream

I have very sensitive skin and have such trouble finding lotions and body creams that won’t irritate my skin and that won’t cause me to break out in a horrible rash. I have discovered that I can not use Dove body products, Ivory soaps, Shea butter and St. Ives …

Bic BriteLiner Grip Highlighter Five-Color Set

Bic BriteLiner Grip Highlighter Five-Color Set consists of five highlighter markers: Pink, Light Blue, Orange, Yellow, and Light Green. Each one has a rubber comfort grip, which is very convenient, it makes the pens easier to hold and use. You will especially appreciate it if you have a lot …

Garnier Light Gentle Clarifying Foam

Whenever I get pimples, I shift to other facial washes. I believe that if a product doesn’t work for me anymore, it might be because I’m already immune to the effects of that product and I have to shift to other products. That is why I constantly change the …