Charmheart16
Member Since: March 17, 2011Reviews
Urban Decay Naked Palette
I have been eyeing the Naked Palette (1) for a long time but I couldn't justify spending that much for eye-shadow specially since I was saving up my money for an upcoming trip. I received this palette as a gift for Christmas and I was over-the-moon... +
I have been eyeing the Naked Palette (1) for a long time but I couldn't justify spending that much for eye-shadow specially since I was saving up my money for an upcoming trip. I received this palette as a gift for Christmas and I was over-the-moon excited when I first opened it.
Everyone has raved about this product and I've always questioned whether it really does live up to the hype. I can officially say, even with just a few days of using it, that I love this palette. The colours are so beautiful and out of the 3 palettes, the Naked 1 definitely appealed to me the most.
I loved the velvet packaging and prefer this to the tin packaging of the other 2 palettes. Most of the shadows (10/12) are appropriate for every day wear. This is ideal for me because I work in a classroom setting and I stick to neutral colours for my make-up.My favourite shades are Sin and Sidecar. At the same time, this palette is so versatile that you can also use it for night-time/party looks because you can create smoky looks with the darker shades (Dark Horse, Hustle, Creep, and Gunmetal).
The eye-shadows are very creamy and come in a variety of finishes. They are very pigmented so a little product goes a long way and they apply true to colour. This palette is expensive but you only need to use a little bit so this palette will last you a while. They are long wearing. Even with someone like myself who have oily eyelids, I did not observe any noticeable creasing after 10 hours of wear. I did use the Eyeshadow Primer Potion that came with the palette so that did help keep my shadows on all day.
For those who are still sceptical about buying this product, I can definitely say it is worth the price. I'm going to have to save up for the Naked 2 because I loved this one so much.
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L'Oreal Paris Total Repair 5 Conditioner
I really liked this conditioner. I used it with the L'oreal Total Repair Shampoo and it really did deliver on the promise of (1) Strength, (2) Density, (3) Vitality, (4) Shine, and (5) Silky Touch. I even paired it with other shampoos that are more... +
I really liked this conditioner. I used it with the L'oreal Total Repair Shampoo and it really did deliver on the promise of (1) Strength, (2) Density, (3) Vitality, (4) Shine, and (5) Silky Touch. I even paired it with other shampoos that are more drying and found that it still did a great job at moisturizing my hair. After finishing the whole bottle of conditioner, I noticed that my hair was more shiny and had more volume. My hair was smooth to the touch and it helped de-frizz my ends.
This is moisturizing without weighing down the hair. This conditioner would be ideal to use during the winter months when your hair is at its driest. I also love the scent of this conditioner - it's not heavily fragrant but it just has a nice clean refreshing scent.
I would repurchase this again. It's fairly inexpensive and readily available. The bottle will last a while because you only need to use a little bit each time.
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L'Oreal Paris Hair Expertise Total Repair 5 Shampoo
Overall, I have been impressed with the L'oreal Hair Expertise hair care line. I have tried the Argenine Resist shampoo and I really liked that one so I decided to try another shampoo from this line - the Total Repair 5 which claims to help repair 5... +
Overall, I have been impressed with the L'oreal Hair Expertise hair care line. I have tried the Argenine Resist shampoo and I really liked that one so I decided to try another shampoo from this line - the Total Repair 5 which claims to help repair 5 signs of damaged hair without weighing it down. This shampoo promises (1) Strength, (2) Density, (3) Vitality, (4) Shine, and (5) Silky Touch.
After finishing the whole bottle, I can say that it does deliver on those promises only when paired with the conditioner. This shampoo alone will not provide enough moisture for your hair. It lathers well and washes off easily. It does leave your hair squeaky clean without drying it out or leaving any residue but if you want added shine to your hair, always pair it with the conditioner.
The product is pretty inexpensive (~$4-$5) for the large bottle and readily available. I'm on the fence whether I will repurchase this shampoo again. I like the Argenine Resist a lot better so I will probably stick to that one. I would still recommend this shampoo though, maybe to use during the summer months because it's light enough and doesn't weight the hair down. For the winter months, I would opt for something more moisturizing.
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Boots No7 Perfect and Protect Serum
I am not very familiar with the Boots No.7 line and I have not used anything by this company previously. I have read a great deal about serums and their benefits so I decided to pick this up when it was on sale on Shoppers. This product claims to... +
I am not very familiar with the Boots No.7 line and I have not used anything by this company previously. I have read a great deal about serums and their benefits so I decided to pick this up when it was on sale on Shoppers.
This product claims to fight wrinkles and provide a more youthful look. I can't really attest to the first claim since I'm still in my 20's and don't have any noticeable wrinkles. I use a serum more as a preventative rather than reparation measure. It definitely moisturizes, hence the more youthful look since your skin is more supple.
I initially liked using the product because that was the time when my skin was at its driest. However, the more I used it, the more I started to dislike it for several reasons. Firstly the consistently was a little bit sticky (thinner version of a silicone face primer) and it felt very heavy on the skin. It didn't absorb into my skin that well and it left an oily residue. Secondly, after multiple use, I found my skin becoming more and more oily even without the serum and that's when I started breaking out. Because this was the only product that changed in my skincare routine, I attributed the cause of my breakouts to this serum. It was just too thick that it clogged my pores.
Personally I would not repurchase this product again. I have stopped using it. The only time I would reach for it is to use as spot treatment for extremely dry patches on my face.
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St. Ives® Acne Control Apricot Scrub
This scrub for sure will exfoliate and remove dead skin cells but I found it to be way too abrasive to be using on your face specially on the delicate skin around your eyes. It claims to control oil and that is because it really dries out your skin... +
This scrub for sure will exfoliate and remove dead skin cells but I found it to be way too abrasive to be using on your face specially on the delicate skin around your eyes. It claims to control oil and that is because it really dries out your skin due to the salicylic acid in this scrub.
This scrub irritated my skin specially around my cheekbones area and it broke me out on my forehead so I immediate stopped using it for its intended purpose. I have resorted to using this as a body scrub because the gritty apricot beads are great for exfoliating dead skin cells on arms, legs, and feet.
As a body scrub, this will work but I would not recommend this at all to use as a facial scrub. There are better scrubs on the St. Ive's line including the Green Tea Scrub which is a lot more gentle on the skin.
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Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
I've tried so many different cleansers but I always end up coming back to this one. It's a favourite among a lot of people and I completely understand why. It's so gentle and doesn't strip your skin of moisture. Because it's a gel and it doesn't... +
I've tried so many different cleansers but I always end up coming back to this one. It's a favourite among a lot of people and I completely understand why. It's so gentle and doesn't strip your skin of moisture. Because it's a gel and it doesn't foam up, it doesn't dry up your skin. It will leave your skin feeling clean but hydrated at the same time.
Each time I try a new cleanser and I end up breaking out, I always return to this cleanser to help clear up my skin. It helps soothe and calm any irritations on might have on my face. It applies and washes off easily and you are not left with any residue. It doesn't have a strong scent which makes this ideal for those who are sensitive to scented products.
It is a bit pricey for a drugstore cleanser but you are getting a lot of product in the bottle and you only need to use a small amount of product each time so one bottle will last for a while. I bought the 500mL bottle, have used it almost daily in the morning and at night for a year now and I still have 1/4 of the bottle left.
This cleanser is ideal for all skin types and I highly recommend for anyone to try it.
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Smashbox Lip Enhancing Gloss
Ever since I purchased my very first Smashbox Lip Enhancing gloss, I can't seem to stop buying these everytime I go to Sephora. I love these lip-glosses. It has a nice texture, not too watery and not too viscous either. It applies easily and... +
Ever since I purchased my very first Smashbox Lip Enhancing gloss, I can't seem to stop buying these everytime I go to Sephora. I love these lip-glosses. It has a nice texture, not too watery and not too viscous either. It applies easily and smoothly on the lips - not at all tacky.
I like that they come in a variety of finishes as well from sheer to true colour to full colour. The true and full colour ones are quite pigmented. They can be worn over lipsticks but most of the time I just wear them on their own. These are a true definition of a gloss because they definitely deliver on shine, giving you a nice glossy finish. They last a fair bit of time without needing to reapply (~3-4 hours) and they don't have a strong scent. You also get a variety of finishes from creamy solid colours to very shimmery.
I would recommend these to anyone and I will continue to (re)purchase them myself.
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Neutrogena All-in-One Make-Up Removing Cleansing Wipes
To be honest, I'm not really a fan of using pre-moistened wipes to remove my make-up. I prefer using an eye make-up remover, then washing my face with a cleanser but when I was sent a sample of the Neutrogena Make-up removing wipes, I decided to... +
To be honest, I'm not really a fan of using pre-moistened wipes to remove my make-up. I prefer using an eye make-up remover, then washing my face with a cleanser but when I was sent a sample of the Neutrogena Make-up removing wipes, I decided to give it a try. There hasn't been any drugstore wipes that has impressed me until this one.
This truly removes all traces of make-up including ones that are water-proof without much effort. The cooling sensation when you use this is very refreshing and soothing on the skin. It doesn't leave an oily residue like other wipes I have tried but it doesn't leave your skin feeling dry either. In the times that I have used it, my skin has not reacted negatively to it - no irritation, no break-outs. Considering I have very sensitive eyes, they weren't irritated at all when I used this.
These are ideal to use when you're travelling - they are very convenient and easy to use. It's a good alternative when you don't have the option of using eye make-up removers and cleansers. I will definitely be picking up a pack of these the next time I'm shopping.
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eos Organic Smooth Spheres Lip Balm
Am I the only one that is underwhelmed by these lip balms? Maybe because I've heard so many people rave about these so much that my expectation for the product was too high. I got the one in mint, and while I love the flavour, I didn't find them to... +
Am I the only one that is underwhelmed by these lip balms? Maybe because I've heard so many people rave about these so much that my expectation for the product was too high. I got the one in mint, and while I love the flavour, I didn't find them to be moisturizing enough for my lips. Maybe it is best suited for use during the summer months or when staying indoors because this lip balm certainly did nothing to help my chapped lips this winter season.
The packaging is adorable but it's not very practical. I find the dome-shape is a hindrance when it comes to applying it because it eventually gets flat which makes it harder to apply to the corners of your lips. In addition, you waste so much product because it's hard to get it out of the packaging once it flattens out. The lip balms that come in stick form are a lot more practical.
I don't think this lip balm is worth the hype. Unless they change the formulation to make it more moisturizing, I will not be repurchasing this again. There are other drugstore lip balms that work a lot better.
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TRESemmé Fresh Start Dry Shampoo
I have always wanted to try a dry shampoo since I only wash my hair every other day and it sometimes gets oily in between showers. This was on sale so I decided to try it out. I tried my best to make this work for me but unfortunately this is one... +
I have always wanted to try a dry shampoo since I only wash my hair every other day and it sometimes gets oily in between showers. This was on sale so I decided to try it out. I tried my best to make this work for me but unfortunately this is one product that I regret buying.
When I first used it, I barely sprayed it on my hair but I noticed right away that my hair wasn't any better than how it was, even after waiting for it to dry. So, I decided to spray a little more and what a mistake that was. After the product dried, it made my hair look worse. It was even more oily and it was weighed down so much by the product. I had to take a shower after using this product which is ironic since the purpose of this dry shampoo is to refresh your hair and allow you to go a day without washing.
This is one product you should pass up. It's not worth it even for the small price you pay. I had to return the product because there was no way I was going to put that on my hair again.
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