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Garnier Nutrisse Nourishing Colour Cream Hair Color
I received my boxes of Garnier Nutrisse Cream Hair Colour to review as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. I do not usually colour my hair, but have noticed a few grays over the past several months so I was able to test how well this... +
I received my boxes of Garnier Nutrisse Cream Hair Colour to review as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. I do not usually colour my hair, but have noticed a few grays over the past several months so I was able to test how well this product covered my grays.
It was so easy to use this hair colour product. I liked using a cream base as it was thick enough to coat my hair completely and did not drip. It was easy to apply on my own, and fully covered my stubborn gray hairs. The product also left my hair feeling soft and shiny, and the conditioning treatment helped to keep my hair soft and manageable for a few weeks. I have long hair, and there was enough conditioner for me to use it once a week for three weeks as long as I applied most of it from midshaft to the ends of my hair.
I used the Garnier Fructis Color Shield Shampoo and Conditioner that came with one of my kits, and it helped to keep the colour looking fresh and lush for nearly five weeks after colouring it.
Would I use this product again? Definitely. Thanks for letting me try this out! It truly is a case of seeing is believing.
Really a good product to color your hair, cover your first greys, and keeps your hair looking healthy and shiny.
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Water-Light Daily Face Sunscreen SPF 45
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Water-Light Daily Face Sunscreen is my new favourite sunscreen. After using it daily for the past two weeks as part of the Product Review Club, I swear by this product. It is very light and sheer, and absorbs quickly and... +
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Water-Light Daily Face Sunscreen is my new favourite sunscreen. After using it daily for the past two weeks as part of the Product Review Club, I swear by this product. It is very light and sheer, and absorbs quickly and easily without leaving a mask on your face. I quickly forgot that I was wearing sunscreen on my face!
The sunscreen worked under make-up. I applied it after moisturizer each morning before applying my make-up (eyeliner, powder or foundation, and blush). Unlike other facial sunscreens, this did not cause my skin to break out. Thank goodness!
I also let my sister try it during the test period, and she also loved the product so much that she has now purchased her own bottle of Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Water-Light Facial Sunscreen. She claims it is even better than the MAC sunscreen that she has been using, and considering she is a dedicated MAC user, that is quite an endorsement.
Would I buy this when I finish my bottle? Yes, definitely. Until recently, I did not apply sunscreen religiously to my face every day, but I am certainly now a convert. Thanks, ChickAdvisor, for helping me find my favourite new face product!
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Breyers Smooth & Dreamy Frozen Dessert
I recently tried the Dulce de Leche Breyers Smooth & Dreamy Ice Cream after receiving a coupon as a ChickAdvisor Product Reviwer. If I had done a blind taste test, I would not have suspected this to have half the fat and calories of a regular ice... +
I recently tried the Dulce de Leche Breyers Smooth & Dreamy Ice Cream after receiving a coupon as a ChickAdvisor Product Reviwer. If I had done a blind taste test, I would not have suspected this to have half the fat and calories of a regular ice cream. This tasted awesome! I loved the rich taste and texture of this ice cream, and would certainly recommend it to others. The caramel was just sweet enough without being too sweet.
Breyers makes great tasting ice cream. Like other reviewers, I would probably not purchase this item unless it was on sale as the regular price ($8.49 at Loblaws) is just too pricey for my meagre grocery budget. This makes for a great indulgent dessert. Yummy!
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Marcelle New-Age Anti-Wrinkle Make-Up
I tested this product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club, and have used it over the past two weeks while alternating with my usual foundation (MAC Studio Fix). The high quality of this "made in Canada" product is evident from the moment... +
I tested this product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club, and have used it over the past two weeks while alternating with my usual foundation (MAC Studio Fix). The high quality of this "made in Canada" product is evident from the moment you dispense some of the foundation onto your fingertips or onto a sponge. It goes on evenly and smoothly with a rich and luxurious texture that, as others have noted, does not feel heavy on skin. This foundation was easy to blend and it did not feel as though I was wearing a "mask" of foundation. Slight blemishes are easily covered up using the Marcelle New Age Anti-Wrinkle Make-up Foundation.
I still love my MAC Studio Fix more because it comes in a portable compact (instead of a liquid dispenser), but would happily recommend this as a more economical alternative.
I have shared the Marcelle foundation with my mother (who is 62) to get her comments on it, and she reported that this is one of the best foundations she has tried. It made her skin glow and earned her a number of compliments on her youthful look. This is a winner!
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The Body Shop Shea Body Butter
I received this product to review as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club, and have been using it for the past week. The Body Shop's Shea Body Butter is rich and creamy without any greasy feeling after it has been applied to your skin... +
I received this product to review as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club, and have been using it for the past week. The Body Shop's Shea Body Butter is rich and creamy without any greasy feeling after it has been applied to your skin. This is a great product, particularly for the harsh winter weather that is setting in. My skin is always extra dry between December and April so I am always in search for something that will help to keep my skin soft, smooth and moisturized.
What I love most about the Shea Body Butter: makes my skin feel super-soft and hydrated! I would definitely recommend this for anyone looking for an easy to use product that will leave skin feeling pampered, moisturized and soft.
I don't mind the smell. In fact, I love the way that shea butter has a distinctive scent. However, it can overpower the smell of your perfume so this product is best used in the evenings unless you don't typically wear perfume during the day.
My winter skin tip: before bed, generously massage your feet with a small dollop of The Body Shop's Shea Body Butter, then put on a pair of comfy old socks before going to sleep. Wake up with soft, smooth skin.
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NIVEA Q10 Anti-Age Hand Cream
Nivea Hand Intensive Nourishing Care Lotion is a workplace staple for me. I use this religiously to keep my hands soft and moisturized throughout the day. It is lightly scented, absorbs quickly into the skin, and does not leave behind any greasy... +
Nivea Hand Intensive Nourishing Care Lotion is a workplace staple for me. I use this religiously to keep my hands soft and moisturized throughout the day. It is lightly scented, absorbs quickly into the skin, and does not leave behind any greasy after-touch. Not only do I love using it, several of my colleagues will drop by regularly to get their Nivea fix :) -
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Body Lotion
Thanks to the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club, I received two bottles of the Vaseline Sheer Infusion Body Lotion in Vitamin Burst to try. They arrived packaged in a beautiful glossy white hat box, which I will be reusing this Christmas. I gave my... +
Thanks to the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club, I received two bottles of the Vaseline Sheer Infusion Body Lotion in Vitamin Burst to try. They arrived packaged in a beautiful glossy white hat box, which I will be reusing this Christmas. I gave my mother one of the two bottles of lotion to try, and we were both delighted with the results of our testing.
Vaseline Sheer Infusion absorbed easily into my skin, and left it feeling silky smooth. It contains Stratys-3 which is an exclusive moisturizing complex that penetrates through all layers of epidermis. This is not your old school bottle of Vaseline lotion. This is gently scented, leaving your skin soft to touch. Granted, you will not likely see Vaseline Sheer Infusion on sale at Shoppers Drug Mart for $1.99. However, this lotion is worth the cost. I'll be keeping it handy during the long winter days ahead so that my skin stays summer soft instead of dry and flaky.
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MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation
I was introduced to MAC Studio Fix this year by my younger sister. She has always sworn by MAC Cosmetics, and now I know why. This has become my favourite make-up product of the year, as it offers good coverage, and can be worn sheer or medium/full... +
I was introduced to MAC Studio Fix this year by my younger sister. She has always sworn by MAC Cosmetics, and now I know why. This has become my favourite make-up product of the year, as it offers good coverage, and can be worn sheer or medium/full coverage. It camouflages minor blemishes and skin discolourations well, and has a lasting powder-like finish. It is worth every penny to me, as my Studio Fix replaces the need for concealer. My morning make-up routine is simple: moisturizer, Studio Fix, eyeliner, a touch of blush, a swipe of lip balm, and a touch of lipstain before I am ready to go. -
Marcelle Essentials 1st Wrinkles Eye Contour Cream
I received this eye cream as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. I am not religious about applying eye creams and am fortunate to not have any wrinkles at this time. Upon receiving this, I applied the eye cream twice a day for the past two... +
I received this eye cream as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. I am not religious about applying eye creams and am fortunate to not have any wrinkles at this time. Upon receiving this, I applied the eye cream twice a day for the past two weeks. While it's too soon to notice any effect, I did find the eye cream to be very easy to apply, easily absorbed, non-greasy and moisturizing. I will definitely continue to use this, and will re-evaluate once I finish the product. If you're looking for an eye cream that is smooth and simple to apply, I'd definitely recommend the Marcelle Essentials 1st Wrinkles Eye Contour Cream. -
The Wife's Tale by Lori Lansens
I received an Advance Reading Copy of the latest Lori Lansens novel, The Wife's Tale. If you have read her previous bestseller, The Girls, then you will already know Lansens' talent for the written word. If you are new to this author, I only... +
I received an Advance Reading Copy of the latest Lori Lansens novel, The Wife's Tale. If you have read her previous bestseller, The Girls, then you will already know Lansens' talent for the written word. If you are new to this author, I only have excellent things to say about her work and this book, in particular.
The Wife's Tale tells the story of Mary Gooch, an overweight woman who is forced to confront her life and sets forth on a journey of self-discovery, taking her out of her small town for the first time, when her husband disappears on the day of their 25th wedding anniversary.
I found this to be one of the most captivating reads of the year, and could not put the novel down. Lori Lansens is a gifted author whose previous work The Girls is one of my all-time favourite books. It is clear to me that The Wife's Tale will join my bookshelf of favourites.
The book will be released in hardcover, e-book and audiobook on August 18, 2009
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