beachbabe
Member Since: March 16, 2011Reviews
Bath & Body Works Malibu Heat Surf Waves Hair Mist
I enjoy this hair spray because it adds great texture to your hair and keeps the wave/curl in place. After curling my hair, I put in a loose bun with a scrunchie, spray, and let sit for about 5 minutes. The result is a very nice summery/beachy hair... +
I enjoy this hair spray because it adds great texture to your hair and keeps the wave/curl in place. After curling my hair, I put in a loose bun with a scrunchie, spray, and let sit for about 5 minutes. The result is a very nice summery/beachy hair style. It smells great and isn't sticky at all. However, because it's likely going to be a limited edition I don't think I'd recommend it to anyone because it just sucks when you get attached to a product that is destined to become discontinued! It's a good product but I still prefer Marc Anthony Dream Waves over this spray for a more dramatic texture/wave. -
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15
I got this as a birthday gift from Sephora as well and I totally love it! I believe it's in the colour Sheer Berry Rose. It's a lovely natural and subtle berry pink, perfect for the summer time. It makes my lips feel soft and supple. The smell/taste... +
I got this as a birthday gift from Sephora as well and I totally love it! I believe it's in the colour Sheer Berry Rose. It's a lovely natural and subtle berry pink, perfect for the summer time. It makes my lips feel soft and supple. The smell/taste is pretty lemony and fresh, I really like it. I'd like to purchase this once the tube runs out and try in some other colours. I think this could be a new favourite for me! -
Dove Clear Tone Antiperspirant
I'm not a fan of this deoderant because I found the actual deoderant/anti-perspirant protection is not the greatest. It got the point where I'd carry it in my purse for occassional touch ups throughout the day. It did the job in terms of evening... +
I'm not a fan of this deoderant because I found the actual deoderant/anti-perspirant protection is not the greatest. It got the point where I'd carry it in my purse for occassional touch ups throughout the day. It did the job in terms of evening under arm skin tone but I'd rather have actual protection. As soon as the stick is finished I will not be rebuying! -
Maybelline New York Dream Fresh BB Cream
I really like this BB cream because it really does do all that it claims to do: blurs imperfections, brightens, evens skin tone, smooths, hydrates, enhances, protects with SPF 30 and is oil-free. I found it did a great job at evening out my skin and... +
I really like this BB cream because it really does do all that it claims to do: blurs imperfections, brightens, evens skin tone, smooths, hydrates, enhances, protects with SPF 30 and is oil-free. I found it did a great job at evening out my skin and made my skin look totally natural. It didn't make my skin oily at all and kept my make-up in place all day, I only needed one small touch up. I would be totally comfortable wearing this BB cream all alone, with only mascara and an eye brightner. It's that fabulous! The texture is very silky and blends very easily. I bought this in Medium since it's summer but I expect I'll have to go a shade lighter for the winter. The best thing about this for me is that it's great quality and since it's a drugstore brand it's very inexpensive. I plan to keep purchasing this. Love it! -
Revlon Crazy Shine To Go Nail Buffer
I received this as a part of the Product Review Club and I really liked it! It was very easy to use and really did shine my nails, both polished and unpolished, very well. I would definitely purchase it in the future. And I really like that they... +
I received this as a part of the Product Review Club and I really liked it! It was very easy to use and really did shine my nails, both polished and unpolished, very well. I would definitely purchase it in the future. And I really like that they come in fun shapes! -
Victoria's Secret Beach Sexy Sunkissed Bronze Instant Self-Tan Lotion with Tint
I love this stuff. I bought it after vacation primarily to keep my face tan in a safe way since that's where my tan always fades first. It doesn't smell wonderful but it doesn't stink horribly. I just exfoliate, put on a thin layer of moisturizer... +
I love this stuff. I bought it after vacation primarily to keep my face tan in a safe way since that's where my tan always fades first. It doesn't smell wonderful but it doesn't stink horribly. I just exfoliate, put on a thin layer of moisturizer and let dry for about 20 minutes. Then I squirt a blob of the self tanner on my finger and dab some on my cheeks, nose and forehead and spread out. I really focus most of the tanner on those areas because that's where the sun naturally hits. Then I leave my face alone for at least an hour.
I find this technique with this tanner (and you only need a little!) makes a very natural finish. I've gotten comments that people can't believe my tan is lasting this long... I don't share my secret. Haha
I will definitely keep using this tanner since it is bronze and not at all orange. Its very natural looking. It's slightly pigmented as it goes on so you can see exactly where you're applying. And for only $12/bottle it's a great deal!
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M. Asam International Vino Gold Magic Fini
I received a small sample of this product and it's definitely obvious this is a luxury product! It's supposed to be a concealer that can be applied all over the face to minimize imperfections and balance skin tone. It's supposed to minimize the... +
I received a small sample of this product and it's definitely obvious this is a luxury product! It's supposed to be a concealer that can be applied all over the face to minimize imperfections and balance skin tone. It's supposed to minimize the appearance of pores and wrinkles too. But basically, it's a bb cream if you ask me. It is tinted and is meant to provide a touch of a sun-kissed look.
This product surely does all of the above - my skin looked incredibly flawless and bright. It applies like silk! It almost rubs in TOO easily. It's already absorbed into your skin before you can fully rub it in so you have to do only a little bit at a time.
I don't think I would use this again for a few reasons. One being that it absorbed way too quickly and I just worry there'd be obvious signs of it on my face. The second reason being it was also like it made too velvety of a finish! Any makeup I put on top slid right off, even when I tried with primer underneath. So I'd recommend this to someone who won't be applying any blush/bronzer/powder because it will make your skin look great.
This is also a pretty expensive product - around $50 for a 30 mL jar. So if possible, definitely get a sample or ensure you can take it back if you don't like it.
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Sula Natural Eye Shadow
I tried this eye shadow in Purple Haze, which turned out to be kind of a lilac purple. It's a pretty colour but doesn't suit me very well. I do think the eye shadow is pretty decent - it's made with natural products and the wear is great. It's quite... +
I tried this eye shadow in Purple Haze, which turned out to be kind of a lilac purple. It's a pretty colour but doesn't suit me very well. I do think the eye shadow is pretty decent - it's made with natural products and the wear is great. It's quite pigmented (if that's what you're going for) and the colour is pretty long lasting. It feels like velvet when it goes on! It's also very lightweight. I looked online, and one pallette retails for about $8 USD, so not a bad price at all. I would recommend this since the quality is great and the price is extremely reasonable. I'd be interested in trying this in another colour. Give it a try! -
Mai Couture Social Gloss
I received this in a Glymm box in the colour Sake Sunrise. Overall, I think the quality and wear of the lip gloss is ok. It wasn't sticky or heavy and felt pretty light. The colour was much too beige so I wasn't impressed with that aspect but I... +
I received this in a Glymm box in the colour Sake Sunrise. Overall, I think the quality and wear of the lip gloss is ok. It wasn't sticky or heavy and felt pretty light. The colour was much too beige so I wasn't impressed with that aspect but I would consider trying this in another colour if I found a sale or something. $25 for a lip gloss I'm not totally in love with is not really something I (or anyone I'm sure) likes to do. -
Anastasia Hydrafull Gloss
I received a small sample of this lip gloss in a Glymm box in the colour Sorbet. I loved the colour, a really bright juicy pink, but that's all I liked about it. The lip gloss I think is supposed to have long term positive effects on your lips like... +
I received a small sample of this lip gloss in a Glymm box in the colour Sorbet. I loved the colour, a really bright juicy pink, but that's all I liked about it. The lip gloss I think is supposed to have long term positive effects on your lips like hydration, fullness, etc. over a few weeks. But I only wore this gloss once and wiped it off right away so I can't say for sure that it does do that.
The lip gloss was INCREDIBLY sticky - probably the worst I've ever ever I tried. It was so uncomfortable to wear. Not a fan at all. Considering this gloss is upwards of $30/bottle and there are drug store glosses for $6/bottle that are MUCH better quality, I wouldn't recommend. I am just going to throw out this sample.
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