ElaineDraws
Member Since: June 1, 2016Reviews
Dove® Regenerative Nourishment Serum-In-Oil
A little goes a long way with this serum! If you have medium length hair, you can probably get a way with half a pump or just one pump on dry hair, or two pumps on wet hair. I think it does a really good job of making my dull/frizzy hair shinier and... +
A little goes a long way with this serum! If you have medium length hair, you can probably get a way with half a pump or just one pump on dry hair, or two pumps on wet hair. I think it does a really good job of making my dull/frizzy hair shinier and healthier-looking. I've tried it it multiple times after washing my hair while my hair is still damp and I find that spreading the serum around in my palms before applying it to the midsection and ends of my hair works the best. The smell is wonderful, but I just wish it wasn't as strong.
* I received this product for free to try as a ChickAdvisor staff member for ShowCase 2016.
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Nivea Creme
This little tin of Nivea Creme is the perfect size and shape to pop into even your tiniest purse. I love that it is a multi-purpose moisturizer, which also adds to the convenience of keeping it in your purse at all times. I would say it is very... +
This little tin of Nivea Creme is the perfect size and shape to pop into even your tiniest purse. I love that it is a multi-purpose moisturizer, which also adds to the convenience of keeping it in your purse at all times. I would say it is very, very rich, and maybe too rich to use on your face regularly - but I also think that a little product goes a long way and since the formula is really easy to spread around, I don't think it's a huge problem to use on your face in a pinch.
The best part about this product is that it definitely helps to eliminate dry, flaky patches of skin. I often get really bad allergies that leaves me with flaky skin right under my nose a couple of days after. It only took a little spot of Nivea Creme to moisturize it, and also greatly reduce the dry appearance which is a huge bonus for me. A lot of other products I've tried can do the same, but they leave a greasy/strong fragrance that I don't like especially since I tend to use these creams after I'm recovering from bad allergies.
* I received this product for free to try as a ChickAdvisor staff member.
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Catelli Smart Veggie Spaghetti
Catelli's Smart Veggie Spaghetti tastes just as great as regular white spaghetti. There is barely a difference in taste or texture - especially when you serve it with tomato or cream sauce. I think this pasta would be great for sneaking into picky... +
Catelli's Smart Veggie Spaghetti tastes just as great as regular white spaghetti. There is barely a difference in taste or texture - especially when you serve it with tomato or cream sauce. I think this pasta would be great for sneaking into picky children's meals just to add extra veggies and nutrients into their diets. I would definitely buy this just because I like knowing that I am making a healthy choice when eating pasta.
* I received this product for free to try as a ChickAdvisor Staff member.
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Mary Kay Gel Semi-Matte Lipstick
As ChickAdvisor staff members we were asked to wear a shade of these Mary Kay lipsticks for ShowCase, and there were no complaints as the three colours we were given are really beautiful! There is definitely a shade for every one of us. The formula... +
As ChickAdvisor staff members we were asked to wear a shade of these Mary Kay lipsticks for ShowCase, and there were no complaints as the three colours we were given are really beautiful! There is definitely a shade for every one of us. The formula itself was a nice, rich, buttery texture that felt great to apply and moisturizing to wear throughout the whole day. The semi-matte consistency was also a perfect in between if you can't decide between having glossy lips or matte lips. Although I found that the colour does transfer when eating and drinking, it wasn't as messy as other lipsticks I've tried and is easily remedied by a quick touch-up on the centre of your lips. I tried the colour "poppy please", which is a nice orange-y red colour, but the other colours "midnight red" and "powerful pink" looked great on my coworkers.
* I received this product for free to try as a ChickAdvisor staff member.
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L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Féline Mascara
After trying this mascara my eyelashes looked thicker and richer in colour. The brush separates your lashes and makes it more voluminous without clumping them together. I typically only buy waterproof mascara as they are the only ones that help my... +
After trying this mascara my eyelashes looked thicker and richer in colour. The brush separates your lashes and makes it more voluminous without clumping them together. I typically only buy waterproof mascara as they are the only ones that help my lashes hold a curl, so I hope that they put out a waterproof version of this as I definitely want to try that! I also find that all non-waterproof mascara transfers onto my eyelids and under my eyes no matter what, but this mascara doesn't smudge as much as other brands I've tried.
* I received this product for free to try as a ChickAdvisor staff member.
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Simple Kind To Skin Exfoliating Facial Wipes
All the facial wipes I've tried by other brands leave a soapy residue or require me to rinse my face with water after, but for these Simple Wipes it wasn't necessary at all! I was also surprised just how exfoliating these were, as the wipe itself... +
All the facial wipes I've tried by other brands leave a soapy residue or require me to rinse my face with water after, but for these Simple Wipes it wasn't necessary at all! I was also surprised just how exfoliating these were, as the wipe itself has a rougher texture - it was great for my skin, but I would not recommend it to people with sensitive skin. It did a really great job of removing a full face of makeup. These wipes are perfect for people on the go and for travel, as you can pop them in your purse or bag and not have to worry about finding a washroom to clean your face.
* I received this product for free to try as a ChickAdvisor staff member.
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the Estée edit Pore Vanishing Stick by Estée Lauder
I was eager to try this pore vanishing stick when it first came into the office for ShowCase because of its beautiful packaging (yes, packaging can really sell a product!). It does a great job of reducing the sight of pores, but also seems to... +
I was eager to try this pore vanishing stick when it first came into the office for ShowCase because of its beautiful packaging (yes, packaging can really sell a product!). It does a great job of reducing the sight of pores, but also seems to mattify your skin. I used it as a primer before putting on BB cream and powder - and after that my pores practically disappeared! I love that it also makes your skin feel velvety smooth and soft - it's really quite amazing. It's very easy to use, and the tube it comes in makes it easy to throw in your purse for touch ups on your night out. -
TRESemmé® Youth Boost Voluminous Hold Hairspray
We have a can of this TRESemmé Youth Boost Voluminous Hold Hairspray lying around at our office, and I decided to try it on a day that I had my hair down and curled. It did a good job of holding my curls without making it crunchy. I would recommend... +
We have a can of this TRESemmé Youth Boost Voluminous Hold Hairspray lying around at our office, and I decided to try it on a day that I had my hair down and curled. It did a good job of holding my curls without making it crunchy. I would recommend this product for everyday hairstyles where you need to keep volume in your styled hair. -
NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Cruella
NARS roped me in with this lip pencil when I received it as a sample from Sephora for my birthday last year. I wore it on Canada Day for the first time and it lasted through a couple of meals, rain, and running around with very minimal touch ups!... +
NARS roped me in with this lip pencil when I received it as a sample from Sephora for my birthday last year. I wore it on Canada Day for the first time and it lasted through a couple of meals, rain, and running around with very minimal touch ups! The colour Cruella is universally flattering and classic. I was so enamoured with the colour that I bought the full sized pencil when I ran out. It is on the pricier side, but worth it if you want your colour to last. -
Dove Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar
My family likes to buy this soap from Costco because it is often on sale, and we are trying to use more unscented products to minimize the risk of scent/skin allergies. I have tried both the classic Beauty Bar, and the Dove Sensitive Skin Unscented... +
My family likes to buy this soap from Costco because it is often on sale, and we are trying to use more unscented products to minimize the risk of scent/skin allergies. I have tried both the classic Beauty Bar, and the Dove Sensitive Skin Unscented Beauty Bar and I really love them both! This one is just as moisturizing as the original, is nice and gentle, and is virtually unscented. I would definitely buy this product again! -
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