Cosmetics Reviews
Murad Clarifying Mask
I have been working in the cosmetic industry for approximately five years now, so I have tried all of the skin care products on the market. Of all the products I’ve experimented with, I find that Murad products tend to work the best. I am 22 years old and …
Blistex Lip Tone with SPF 15 Lip Balm
I easily get dry and chapped lips when the weather is extreme. Whether it was extremely hot for the summer or extremely cold during the coldest months here in a tropic country, my lips would dry up, get a little bit swollen, dry up. And in addition to that, …
e.l.f. Cosmetics Studio 2 in 1 Conditioning Gloss in Golden
I was looking for a moisturizing lip gloss that was warm and fun to wear to a festive party and picked up some of the e.l.f. Cosmetics 2 in 1 Conditioning Gloss in the shade Golden. The color of the lip gloss in the tube is a warm yellow …
It’s a 10 Leave -in Conditoner
On my latest visit to the salon ,my hair stylist told me that I should try this conditioner. She said that it was called , It’s a 10 Leave in Conditioner. I decided to give it a chance , and I have to say that it really is a …
OPI Chip Skip Nail Treatment
I used to be the type of person who did not want to deal with the hassle of painting my fingernails mostly because of the drying and damaging effect that fingernail polish had on them. I purchased this product a few weeks ago based on the recommendation of …
Laneige Water Sleeping Pack_EX
I have been an avid fan of sleeping packs, masks, peeling gels, anything that you leave on and then wash off after a couple of minutes or overnight. They give me a sense of cleanliness, like I’m getting exfoliated or something, like dirt that I usually can’t remove from …
Oriflame Tea tree Purifying Wash n Tone Gel
This is a 2 in 1 gel with pure organic tea tree oil. Lathers to gently remove impurities and excess sebum, while naturally helping to clear blemishes. This is an amazing product. My skin used to feel wierd. This gel can be used by any skin type. After washing …
Pantene Pro Vitamin B shampoo
I have primarily two problems with my hair one being dandruff, second being the hardness, for the first one I tried Clinic All clear which
worked quite well for me but the problem with it didn’t have a solution for the hardness of the hair.()my friend recommended Pantene Pro …
Too Faced Shadow Insurance Primer
Many people who use eye shadow use it with a primer, as this gives it a very good look. Eye shadow primers specifically make the surface of the eyelids smooth so that on application of the eye shadow, it sticks better to the skin, lasts longer and doesn’t crease …
Clearskin Professional Acne Treatment System Trial Kit
I’m one of those people who face breaks out only when I’m stressed, and the bad part about my stressful breakouts is it only happens on my forehead. Not bad but enough to make me want to do something about it; therefore, I decided to check out the professional …
Olay Quench Body Lotion
Do you have extremely dry skin? Live in a area where the winters are cold but dry? Well, there may be a solution and I found one that works for me. It’s the Olay Quench body lotion. It’s the first body lotion that I’ve used …
Loreal Hip Studio Secrets Shadow Duo Dynamic
I find it very hard to find a highly pigmented shadow in the drugstore. When I heard about Loreals new line of products, known as HIP, I had to try it. I love to do a nice smoky neutral eye. I was able to find a nice duo with …
Celeteque Face Moisturiser
I visited a friend at her condominiujm and when I went to use her bathroom, I saw an entire range of Celeteque products sitting on her bathroom counter. I have already heard about the brand Celeteque before but I didn’t know that it was just a local brand. …
Teen Spirit Sweet Strawberry
The name implies Teen but I use it anyway.I have always liked the smell of strawberry anything.
It goes on clear, so no white residue on your clothing.I perspire a lot so I keep a stick in my bedroom and a few in the medicine cabinet
Teen Spirit comes in many …
VMV Hypoallergenices Hydra Balance Smart Moisturizer SPF 15
I love, love, and love this moisturizer from VMV because it works perfectly for my skin. This is one of the great products under the Combination Skin category that I have been using for years now even when I was still in Philippines. Now, that I am in the …
Rimmel Volume Booster Lip Color
I bought this lip gloss mainly because my other lipgloss had ran out and I was already at the grocery store so I thought I’d try it out.
Rimmel Volume Booster Lip color is a very nice gloss. It’s not sticky, but smooth and feels great. It actually has a …
John Frieda’s Frizz ease hair serum
John Frieda’s Frizz ease hair serum, for me, is still one of the best ways to gloss up and de-frizz your hair. I’ve tried numerous hair serums and plenty of similar products from gloss to wax to cream but serum and in particular John Frieda’s Frizz ease hair …
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel
I recently purchased the Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel from a local department store. It is available at any retailer offering Clinique products as well as online. I purchased the 4.7 ounce bottle for about 13 dollars but I know that it comes in another size. It is recommended …
Olay White Radiance Cream
I have had major acne before that left me with nasty marks on my face. I have used a lot of foundation and concealer in the past to cover up all the blemishes on my face. I have tried many products to lighten the marks but nothing really seemed …
Tresemme Flawless Curls Mousse
I don’t curl my hair that often but I have quite a few curl hair products for when I do, some of which I even use on my straight hair and they work just as great. I bought this Tresemme Flawless Curls Mousse when my local HEB was having …
L’oreal Elvive Keratin straight, shampoo
L’oreal Elvive Keratin straight is such a great shampoo. I have been using it in the past but then I stopped using L’oreal’s shampoos in general. Not because they are not good, do not get me wrong, but because Schwartzkopf Gliss products were on discount much more often so I …
Maybelline Mineral Power Natural Perfecting Concealer
I normally don’t wear liquid concealers, even if they are mineral based. I’ve only tried a few liquid concealers and some definitely worked better than others. The only real reason that I got this Mineral Power Natural Perfecting Concealer by Maybelline because it came free with the Mineral Power …
Infusion Razor
Sam’s Club had two Infusion Razors for Men and refills in a packet and I bought them for my husband and son. My guys really love them but when I went to get refills for them. OUCH! The 8 pack was almost $29! I finally found some …
theBalm Cosmetics Stainiac
theBalm cosmetics Stainiac is another product that I got as a sample and fell in love with immediately. The sample I got was tiny, too tiny! But I got a lot of uses out of it. First of all, I love multi-purpose things. I can’t put all my makeup …
Revlon Skinlights
After spending tons of money and testing tons of different foundation, I finally found one that is great! Revlon Skinlights is a beautiful line of make-up that leaves your skin looking radiant, refreshed, and glowing. It don’t think this product is suitable for all skin types, as …
Biore Ice Cleanser
For the recent holidays, a friend gave me Biore Ice Cleanser as a gift. I love to do home facials and treasure cleaning items for my face. I liked the clean scent of the Biore Ice Cleanser. It was refreshing and not overwhelming like some other …
Beauty From the Earth Red Cherry Lashes
These red cheery lashes were probably the most incredible eyelashes that I have ever bought. I was so surprised when I went to their website and saw that they were made with human hair, and were only $3. I think that it is a little bit creepy to think …
Ulta Mineral Bronzer
I usually avoid all bronzers because I assume they will all look too dark and fake on my fair skin. But, this was a gift from a well meaning friend so I thought I’d at least try it.
I tried this first on my shoulder as I didn’t think I’d …
Denim Unleash Deo Body Spray
Unfortunately my deodorant body spray ended and to try some new scents, I ventured out in buying new body spray that would give more body protection against perspiration and body odor and which has a long lasting scent.
I got this Denim Unleash Deodorant Body spray at Hypercity …
Bikini Zone Shaving Gel
I have tried numerous hair removal products over the years, and it seems like I always come back to shaving. Even with all the promises and claims of waxing or hair removal creams, stating that they will last longer than shaving, I have found that shaving is the …
MAC 131 Duo Fibre Powder and Blush Brush
I’ve acquired only a number of cosmetic brushes, until I’ve learned enough about makeup to use them. I just enjoy the expertly feel of employing brushes and the efficiency of getting it done. I realized I was keeping much of those result-specific brushes like tiny concealer, lip …
Lush Roots Hair Treatment
This is a new hair treatment from Lush that’s aimed at damaged hair. Upon first opening the pot I was met by a gorgeous uplifting minty aroma. This stuff really does smell amazing and it really uplifted my senses. I couldn’t wait to try it! I first applied the …
Adrien Arpel Vegetable Peel
Sometimes I can be hesitant about the skin creams that I use. You can’t spend money on any and everything that you see. But when it comes to wanting to stay young and wanting to keep your skin feeling and looking good you have to be open to use …
Jamila Henna Powder
I bought this powder to do a process called a henna gloss which is a “watered down” version of a henna application. I chose the Jamila brand due to it’s popularity among hair fanatics abroad. This was my first time using true henna (other than the fake powders …
Neutrogena Naturals Face and Body Bar
It was only recently that Neutrogena have come up with amazing collection, the Neutrogena Naturals. Though this brand was always outstanding in providing effective and hypoallergenic products, the Naturals collection was something different. The formula was similar to Body Shop’s where they used organic products for skin care. This was …
Herbal Essences Body Envy Weightless Volumizing Gel
Herbal Essences Body Envy Weightless Volumizing Gel is an expensive although fairly effective styling gel that I have used on occasion although not so much now since I am happier with some other styling gels. This styling gel is pretty good at doing precisely what it is supposed to …
Suave Cocoa Butter
Several sources say that using cocoa butter daily can help reduce the severity of existing stretch marks and also help at preventing new ones from forming. Unfortunately I already had some new ones developing and existing ones. I went to the store and looked at many different brands on …
Petal Fresh Botanicals Fresh Aloe Vera Body Lotion
I enjoy spending time in the sun and I do wear my sunscreen, but my skin is so sensitive I still get slightly burned sometimes. One of the lotions I use to soothe my sunburn is the Petal Fresh Botanicals Fresh Aloe Vera Body Lotion. I find the lotion …
Yves Rocher Hand Moisturizing Gloves
Throughout the winter months my hands become really dried out and cracked. Sometimes lotions don’t always do the best with healing my dried cracked hands and fingers. However, what works the best when it comes to healing up my hands and fingers are the Yves Rocher Hand Moisturizing Gloves. …
Sephora Collection Colorful Blush (02-So Shy)
While shopping for my wedding with my mother, grandmother and maid of honor back in May, I purchased the Sephora Collection Colorful Blush in the shade 02-So Shy. I had to - from the moment I swatched it on the back of my hand, I was in love. After …
Borghese Fango Brillante Brightening Mud Mask for Face and Body
I recently tried the Borghese Fango Brillante Brightening Mud Mask for Face and Body and I have to say it was delightful. However, this natural face and body mask was very, very expensive, but so worth every penny because it really did help brighten up my face and skin …
Kashieca by Bea Alonzo Beautiful Body Spray
I like fruity body mists that don’t make me feel queasy. Some days I just want to wear a light fragrance, or better yet, smell nothing. If it’s a product close by, and cheap, I’d love to try. To be different (I can’t count the times …
Irish Springs: Deep Action Scrub Bar Soap
There comes a time and a place for certain soaps and body washes and their perspective formulas. Sometimes during certain seasons of the year, I tend to lean more toward soaps that have deodorant and odor protection. One particular brand that I’ve come to trust for these purposes is …
NARS Pleasure of Paris Palette
I recently purchased the NARS Pleasure of Paris Palette from Sephora. It is an eye shadow palette that comes with six shades. It includes three complementary purple shades on top and three brown/neutral shades on the bottom. Some of the shades are shimmery and the rest are matte. I …
Olay Regenerist Rehydrating Lotion with UV Protection SPF15
I’ve been using Olay Regenerist Rehydrating Lotion as my daily moisturiser for a few years now, and I wouldn’t consider changing.
When I first discovered this moisturiser I had been using a different —˜wonder product’. But the manufacturers had cashed in on a strong demand (fuelled by a television programme) …
Boots Botanics Hydrating Serum Capsules
Finally the British beauty products from Boots via the Botanics line have arrived in Canada. I was absolutely thrilled to find Boots Botanics Hydrating Serum Capsules on sale at Shoppers Drug Mart for only $12/CDN plus tax.
Botanics advertises that they use the ‘power of plants’ in their facial care …
Williams-Sonoma Pumpkin Spice Hand Soap
I assume that this was a limited-edition scented hand soap. I don’t believe that Williams-Sonoma put it out in the stores this year. I found it at T.J. Maxx a while back, maybe almost a year ago. I don’t normally shop at Williams-Sonoma, except once in a blue moon …
Basis Vitamin Bar Soap
One of the bars of soaps I have been using this summer to help keep my skin well nourished and glowing is the Basis Vitamin Bar Soap. It helps cleanse my skin gently without over drying it which I really like. In addition, the scent of the soap is …
Revlon Colorstay Long Wear Nail Enamel
The Revlon Colorstay Longwear Nail Enamel gets a rating of 10 out of 10 in my opinion. This is honestly the best drugstore nail polish line. I do not say that lightly because I have tried every drugstore brand and many higher end brands (including Essie, OPI, China Glaze, …
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