AlexJC
Member Since: May 22, 2011Reviews
Mary Kay Lip Suede
This is now my current favourite lipstick! I love the texture of this product, it almost feels like a lip balm or gloss, more moisturising than a lipstick but I still wouldn't wear it alone, I like put a balm underneath. The colour is not as... +
This is now my current favourite lipstick!
I love the texture of this product, it almost feels like a lip balm or gloss, more moisturising than a lipstick but I still wouldn't wear it alone, I like put a balm underneath.
The colour is not as pigmented and dark as it appears in the tube which I was a bit disappointed in, but the result, at least on my lips, is a very pretty bold, magenta colour. What I really love about this lip suede is that I don't feel like I am wearing a lip stick- to me they always feel very heavy and smeared on, and uncomfortable but this feels like a light gloss.
Very happy with this lip suede and at $16.50 it isn't too much, definitely worth it!
Thanks to Mary Kay for providing me with this so I could review it!
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Peking Man Restaurant
So Good. SO SO Good. After visiting this restaurant, I was the proud owner of a food baby. Go with friends because you're going to get a ton of food- a two course meal with appetizers is big enough for 3 or 4 people. I had the peking duck... +
So Good. SO SO Good.
After visiting this restaurant, I was the proud owner of a food baby.
Go with friends because you're going to get a ton of food- a two course meal with appetizers is big enough for 3 or 4 people.
I had the peking duck which is delicious- for $40 you get 18 wraps, duck, cucumber and onion then the second course is the duck meat in rice pouches and then we added some veggies and appetizers to our dinner. The bill came out to be quite a lot but we got a TON of food and for duck it really isn't too bad.
The service isn't bad, they are attentive but not overly friendly. I am not crazy about the location either- it's kind of a pain to get there especially if you're a downtowner like me. All in all though, excellent quality food!
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Carolans Irish Cream
Like another other Irish Cream (i.e. Bailey's), but I find this one smoother. I could honestly drink a glass of this alone (but I won't). It's also pretty affordable too- always nice for the holiday season! I love this alone, with... +
Like another other Irish Cream (i.e. Bailey's), but I find this one smoother. I could honestly drink a glass of this alone (but I won't). It's also pretty affordable too- always nice for the holiday season!
I love this alone, with milk, or in a cocktail. Definitely a great beverage to have for baking too. Makes a great hostess gift. Around the holiday season- this one is a must-have in your cupboard because of all it's uses. If you're a fan of irish creams- I highly recommend trying this one out!
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Sally Hershberger Plump Up Thickening Mist
I received this product to review and I am pretty happy with the results! I don't normally purchase Sally Hershberger products and this is a first for me but I am happy with the results this has given me. The spray helps lift my hair and add... +
I received this product to review and I am pretty happy with the results!
I don't normally purchase Sally Hershberger products and this is a first for me but I am happy with the results this has given me. The spray helps lift my hair and add volume. I have curly hair and I found that a little spray in the morning on my wet hair before I blow dry gives my hair some life. I love that it helps keep my curls intact as well by giving them volume- avoiding that 'end of day' limp look.
I have never used this alone, I always use it with a curl defining spray so I am not sure how it works on straight hair or especially fine hair but this product is a great addition to my morning hair routine and I would definitely buy it again.
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Kevin Murphy Color Bug
It took me a while to understand what color bug was so here's the low down: it's a chalk product, water soluble, non permanent, reusable, handy and can be used on any colour. It comes in an easy to use package and you can easily do it... +
It took me a while to understand what color bug was so here's the low down: it's a chalk product, water soluble, non permanent, reusable, handy and can be used on any colour.
It comes in an easy to use package and you can easily do it yourself. Basically, you use it with a hair product like hair spray. Spray your hair, then rub the product in. The colour is surprisingly pigmented, even on quite dark hair but you'll need to work at it to get really bright colour if you have dark brown or black hair.
You will get flake offs and it rubs off quite easily, so you'll need to wear an old tee or a towel around your shoulders- it will stain your clothes.
I love the idea of being able to change up your hair colour every day just like your make up but I don't love the way my hair feels after using this product.
It kind of feels like that halloween dye you can use- but it is a fun experiment and I loved the way the you could mix colours. I really like having streaks here and there of orange and pink to create a peachy colour.
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Maybelline Great Lash Lots Of Lashes Mascara
I bought this the other week at Wal-Mart and I'm pleasantly surprised by how much I like this! It is definitely an improvement on the original Great Lash mascara- I don't think I will go back to the old one. I've been using CoverGirl... +
I bought this the other week at Wal-Mart and I'm pleasantly surprised by how much I like this! It is definitely an improvement on the original Great Lash mascara- I don't think I will go back to the old one.
I've been using CoverGirl Lash Blast lately and I found this one comparable. I was a little taken aback at how small the brush was at first but it does the job.
The small end of the brush is great for the inner corners of your eye and the large, fat end is perfect for the outer corners. I tend to apply my mascara on an angle to get big lashes and this helps with it. Doing your opposite eye (i.e. with your non dominant hand) is difficult but manageable.
There is no real difference in formulas here- but the brush is an improvement and I like the look and length it gives. Your lashes are thicker, there is a difference in volume too but I really noticed length.
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Quo by Orly Strong Bond Base Coat
This base coat promises a strong hold and extra adhesion for longer lasting polish. I was given the product to review and I am happy to report that it does do a very good job. The base coat lets your polish glide on smoothly, compared to a bare... +
This base coat promises a strong hold and extra adhesion for longer lasting polish. I was given the product to review and I am happy to report that it does do a very good job.
The base coat lets your polish glide on smoothly, compared to a bare nail. It does take longer to dry than other base coats and even when dry it is slightly tacky. It has an odd finish as well- matte with a bit of sheen to it.
I have found that the base coat doesn't do a lot in protection against staining though- I was a bit disappointed in that.
It does help your polish last longer though and porotects against chipping as much as it can.
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Natalie-Roze &Co;
I went to this cute little boutique for the first time a few months back and then I also attended a clothing swap by them where I won a door prize- yay! So, the other day, I went to the store to check out some merch and I picked up an adorable... +
I went to this cute little boutique for the first time a few months back and then I also attended a clothing swap by them where I won a door prize- yay!
So, the other day, I went to the store to check out some merch and I picked up an adorable little wishbone pendant necklace. My giftbag was full of adorable goodies too!
This store is the perfect destination for unique, cute and fun gifts and clothes. They have a good selection of knits and a really vintage-homey feel. They carry a lot of novelty type of stuff too- perfect for stocking stuffers or birthday gifts.
I loved the jewellery especially. Very cute, sweet and charming little earrings, bracelets and necklaces. A bit eclectic but very fun!
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Sitamaa Spa
I attended the Sitamaa spa for a beuatylicious treatment. I received the shellac manicure and I absolutely loved it! My manicurist was awesome- she did a great job and it was fast, easy, well done and she had the 'magic touch' so to speak!... +
I attended the Sitamaa spa for a beuatylicious treatment. I received the shellac manicure and I absolutely loved it!
My manicurist was awesome- she did a great job and it was fast, easy, well done and she had the 'magic touch' so to speak!
Everyone I met was very friendly and accommodating. They are definitely proactive and on the fore front of beauty- they had all latest colours and tech which I thought said a lot about how they operate. It was a very relaxing atmosphere and convenient location too.
The space is small but they make the best with the area. A little on the pricier side but worth it!
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Jergens Overnight Fix Nightly Restoring Moisturizer
I received this moisturizer to review after attending their Overnight Fix Event (which you can read about in the forums!). It promises some heavy duty stuff- it is supposed to alleviate a week's worth of dryness overnight for visibly smoother... +
I received this moisturizer to review after attending their Overnight Fix Event (which you can read about in the forums!). It promises some heavy duty stuff- it is supposed to alleviate a week's worth of dryness overnight for visibly smoother skin. WOW! But does it work?
I admit I have been pretty lax on my moisturizing lately. But when I get to work, I slather on a layer of Jergens Overnight Fix and it's instantly hydrating for my skin. The moisturizing lasts a long time too. This lotion is called overnight for a reason though- it is meant to be used overnight because it tends to be greasy and very heavy. It leaves a thin film on your skin which is a bit uncomfortable for the daytime. During night though- this is a great product. Basically all you'd have to do to moisturize is use this product at night every other day and you'd be set!
I am not in love with the smell to be honest, it is heavy on primrose which isn't my favourite but it isn't bad- just not for me.
All in all- a good addition to your night time routine- especially for cold weather!
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