AlexJC
Member Since: May 22, 2011Reviews
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional
It took me a long time to actually enjoy using this primer. For a long time, I found that it just flaked away or after applying my foundation on top, I would notice that it would start to rub off. Recently though, I started using it again and I... +
It took me a long time to actually enjoy using this primer. For a long time, I found that it just flaked away or after applying my foundation on top, I would notice that it would start to rub off. Recently though, I started using it again and I started using it with a thicker moisturiser and actually rubbing it in more and it's been working really well. I do notice that it does hide pores. It creates a smoother face. Also, I notice less creasing and it does last a much longer time. -
Benefit Cosmetics Bella Bamba Blush
I received a sample of this blush from Sephora and it lasted me a surprisingly long time. It's quite pigmented and I love the way it goes on with lots of colour. It's almost like it's packed tightly so that there isn't a lot of cast off and that... +
I received a sample of this blush from Sephora and it lasted me a surprisingly long time. It's quite pigmented and I love the way it goes on with lots of colour. It's almost like it's packed tightly so that there isn't a lot of cast off and that makes it really easy to apply. It has a nice finish too, not too cakey, but thick enough with it's colour. The one thing I am not crazy about is how much shimmer it has. Ideally, I'd like a little less sparkle. Its on the pricey side, but I think for the amount of time it lasts, this is something I will buy again. -
Skin Authority VitaD Fortified Topical Elixir
I received a sample of this to review and I was really happy to get to try it out. It's packed full of Vitamin D and essential skin nutrients including D2, D3, A, E, and K. It is supposed to brighten and firm skin. I have been using it every other... +
I received a sample of this to review and I was really happy to get to try it out. It's packed full of Vitamin D and essential skin nutrients including D2, D3, A, E, and K. It is supposed to brighten and firm skin.
I have been using it every other day or so for a month or so and while there are some features of the serum that I really like, overall, I don't notice any difference in my skin tone. I don't know if it is my skin, me, or maybe I am using it wrong but it just doesn't seem to be working out which was disappointing.
I will keep using it until I run out to see if it eventually makes any difference but in terms of brightening or firming, I don't see any difference. I guess I like that it contains vitamins for nourishing my skin, but if I don't see any difference then I am not sure that they are necessary. It's a nice formula though, non greasy, very light, dries fast and feels tingly.
The main thing that deters me from purchasing or recommending this is the price. It's $76 for a small bottle and just way too much for what it is.
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Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray
I bought this on a recommendation of a friend because I was looking for a spray that would not only set my makeup but also prevent creasing and make it last longer. I have found that this makes a difference. If I put on my makeup in the morning, by... +
I bought this on a recommendation of a friend because I was looking for a spray that would not only set my makeup but also prevent creasing and make it last longer. I have found that this makes a difference. If I put on my makeup in the morning, by the time I get home, it has lasted and I still have good coverage. My only complaint is that it is pretty expensive. It does last a pretty long time, but it's a big investment for something that isn't a makeup necessity.
I would purchase this again because it does deliver on it's promise but it's pretty expensive so I don't know if I would keep buying it every time I run out.
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Herbal Essences Honey I'm Strong Shampoo and Conditioner
I found that this Herbal Essences line was quite similar to most of their other lines of shampoo and conditioner. It promises to strengthen your hair but I didn't really find that it made any difference. That being said, I liked the shampoo and... +
I found that this Herbal Essences line was quite similar to most of their other lines of shampoo and conditioner. It promises to strengthen your hair but I didn't really find that it made any difference. That being said, I liked the shampoo and conditioner combo, they left my hair clean, smelling nice and fairly shiny and bouncy but it wasn't necessarily stronger. I like all the Herbal Essences products, but I don't know that this one delivers on the promise. That being said, for the price, it's a decent shampoo and I would consider buying it again. -
Balenciaga Florabotanica Eau de Parfum
This fragrance is strong and very flowery but I actually really like it. It has a really masculine feeling to it but because of the florals it is also quite feminine. I like how this perfume settles on my skin after wearing it a while.
This fragrance is strong and very flowery but I actually really like it. It has a really masculine feeling to it but because of the florals it is also quite feminine. I like how this perfume settles on my skin after wearing it a while. -
Garnier Olia No Ammonia Oil Powered Hair Colour
Garnier Olia is a new, different way of colouring your hair. It has an oil delivery system which allows for better colour absorption. Garnier claims that the system uses oil to repel an ammonia derivative (MEA) and force it into the water based hair... +
Garnier Olia is a new, different way of colouring your hair. It has an oil delivery system which allows for better colour absorption. Garnier claims that the system uses oil to repel an ammonia derivative (MEA) and force it into the water based hair fiber. Because it uses flower oils, Olia "improves hair quality" with nourishing polymers.
I was given a bottle to use and test out to see how I liked it. I have to say, this is different than other dyes. When dying my hair, I could feel the oiliness of the product on the gloves and even after rinsing my hair, it felt like I had just done an oil treatment or mask on it. I like the design of the dye. The bottle you use for applying the dye is easy to use and you don't spill out too much, you can concentrate on where you want it. I also felt like, because it was an oil dye, it wasn't as runny, the dye stayed where I put it.
I wasn't a fan of the gloves though, they were an inexpensive plastic material and tight. I would have preferred a latex glove. The dye process is similar to that of any other dye, it takes a bit longer though. As for the colour, I do notice that my hair is really uniform, rich and textured, the colour isn't flat. One complaint I do have is that my colour isn't what I had anticipated. I thought it was going to be a lighter, red tinged colour but it's actually quite dark. It's still very nice, but not what I expected.
This dye is a bit more than others on the shelf, but I would recommend it. I like the idea of an oil system because I don't think it's as harsh as other dyes. My hair feels soft after dying it. I would try this again, solely because I like the nourishing effects of the dye, but I would try with a different colour to see if I had the same issues.
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Make Up For Ever Aqua Rouge
This is a long lasting lip stain that promises to be transfer and fade resistant. I got the opportunity to try this out and I must say, it really lives up to it! It lasted a really long time, even through drinking. It did come off on my inner lip... +
This is a long lasting lip stain that promises to be transfer and fade resistant. I got the opportunity to try this out and I must say, it really lives up to it! It lasted a really long time, even through drinking. It did come off on my inner lip when I ate though. You have to use this lipstain exactly how it is meant to be used or it won't work as well. The product has a very pigmented lip colour end and then a glossy, clear end. You use the coloured end first on dry, clean lips and you need to let it dry for a while. It gets really tacky and uncomfortable at first but once dry, it will stay on for a long time. After it is dry, you put the glossy end. I really love the gloss part of this, I need to look into it and see if they sell it on it's own! -
Urban Decay Naked Skin Weightless Ultra Definition Liquid Makeup
I was excited to try out this foundation because I am a big fan of UD but I was on the fence about buying it because my experience with 'weightless' foundations hasn't been good. However, I am really liking this foundation so far and I am so glad I... +
I was excited to try out this foundation because I am a big fan of UD but I was on the fence about buying it because my experience with 'weightless' foundations hasn't been good. However, I am really liking this foundation so far and I am so glad I bought it.
It is very light and weightless and you don't feel like you are wearing a lot. The consistency is actually really watery so I was surprised at how much coverage I actually got from it. The foundation comes in a good variety of colours too. The foundation promises a semi-matte finish and that's exactly what you get. I did notice the 'definition' it speaks about too. It really gives your skin a luminous finish. It's a bit pricey at $45 but I would definitely buy this one again and I think it's worth the price.
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Clean Cotton T-Shirt Eau de Parfum Spray
I received a sample of this fragrance a while back from my sephora points and it sat in my drawer for the longest time. It wasn't that it was a bad smell but it is very strong and masculine and I wasn't sure if I could pull it off. I recently... +
I received a sample of this fragrance a while back from my sephora points and it sat in my drawer for the longest time. It wasn't that it was a bad smell but it is very strong and masculine and I wasn't sure if I could pull it off. I recently decided to bust it out and try it out again and I have to say, I am loving it so far! It's pretty musky, but it isn't too sweet or floral so it's a nice clean smell (hence, the name). I am a big fan of that laundry smell so this is great for me and a little does a lot but if you aren't a cotton fan than definitely stay away from this one. I would consider purchasing this but it is on the pricier side. -
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