Elyndelys
Member Since: July 29, 2017Reviews
Hero Mighty Patch Original
I've tried a few pimple patches at this point and unfortunately, I have to be honest and say this one wasn't as good. At the time of testing this, miraculously no white heads appeared, but I did have two other "culprits" to try these out on. One was... +
I've tried a few pimple patches at this point and unfortunately, I have to be honest and say this one wasn't as good. At the time of testing this, miraculously no white heads appeared, but I did have two other "culprits" to try these out on. One was under the skin that when squeezed, produces a worm the length of a bus. The other was a recovering pimple, but due to the pain under the scab, I knew there was a new colony blossoming, and low and behold, after squeezing, a skyscraper torpedoed out. So in this case, I was left with one puffy, red, swollen bump, and one bloody, oozy mess. Grossed out yet?
The patches themselves I do have to say have a really good stick to them compared to some others, but it didn't blend in as well due to its plastic-like shine. I was wearing these to bed so that didn't matter to me. The next morning, just like every pimple patch I've ever tried, there were white mounds on the patches where it absorbed any liquid it came in contact with (not just puss keep in mind). The first one I carefully pealed off and the whole area looked a little too dry and the pimple spot was still a mean red colour. It didn't hurt there which was good, but I was left a little disappointed, as other brands have reduced redness and you could already see the healing process going. The second one was even more of a disappointment. I carefully pulled it off, and tiny bits of blood started to form and it was just as much of an evil red as before. I looked at the patch and I realized that it acted more like a temporary scab, but didn't do anything in terms of healing.
I find these particular patches work more like bandaids than actual healers in terms of pimples. I'm still going to keep testing them, but I've had a lot worse on my face that healed up amazingly in one night than what this could deliver.
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Sambucol Powdered Drink Immunity Cold & Flu Relief + Vitamin C
This couldn't have come at a better time! I had been getting those early symptoms that you just know is signs a cold is coming. Fatigue, dry mouth, and that tiny little tickle at the back of your throat. Normally I would make this disgusting... +
This couldn't have come at a better time! I had been getting those early symptoms that you just know is signs a cold is coming. Fatigue, dry mouth, and that tiny little tickle at the back of your throat. Normally I would make this disgusting concoction of plants/herbs that burns my esophagus, in hopes I can catch the cold before it gets worse.
I honestly tried this powdered drink with no hope it would actually work. Within a day all my symptoms were gone and I had actually at one point forgot I was getting sick. It took my boyfriend to ask "how are you feeling?" For me to remember I was starting to get unwell. I don't know how it worked so well without making me feel drowsy and actually tasting good, but wow was I thankful for these. I'm VERY skeptical when it comes to medication like this because I always think it only works if it's nasty. Ha! What a wake up call for me! Definitely recommend!
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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AVEENO® Tone + Texture Renewing Body Scrub
Note: received for free If I were to review this as what it's advertised as, I'd give it a 1. It did next to nothing for the skin on my body. The thing is, I have pretty tough skin and need things like a pumice stone to shed that layer of ick, so... +
Note: received for free
If I were to review this as what it's advertised as, I'd give it a 1. It did next to nothing for the skin on my body. The thing is, I have pretty tough skin and need things like a pumice stone to shed that layer of ick, so I have to keep that in mind. I'd imagine those with more delicate skin could benefit from this.
Here's the thing. This stuff needs to be remarketed as a face scrub because it did a much better job at that. The varying size of granuals really helped my face and was left with smooth skin.
Afterwards I go in with toner, and that usually tells me if the scrub/cleanser is good, because if there's still discoloring on my cotton pad after using toner, then my face is still dirty and that products a dud. Well, I was pleasantly surprised to reveal a completely clean cotton pad. It actually cleaned everything off my face. So for that, I give it 4 stars. I took one star off because it's unscented and has a "cream" smell that I don't like. I personally prefer scented products.
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Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Anti-Aging Serum
Note: I received this for free for reviewing. This serum works beautifully. My skin has begun to have an overall improvement that I haven't seen from many other serums in the past. My skin has smoothed out and my forehead and around my mouth have... +
Note: I received this for free for reviewing.
This serum works beautifully. My skin has begun to have an overall improvement that I haven't seen from many other serums in the past. My skin has smoothed out and my forehead and around my mouth have subtly plumped just a bit, looking less strained by life. I especially love how dewy my face looks when I apply it.
I'm not a fan of the packaging, however. Firstly, I wish it was a frosted metallic look instead of shiny, because now it shows every globby fingerprint I leave on it...super minor I know, but still. Next, I had to pump several times for all three liquids to come out, as only one would. Lastly, I just don't like having to mix the product myself, I would prefer everything be done already, especially with the hefty price tag this retails at.
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PanOxyl PM Blemish Brightening Patches
This was my first time trying a pimple patch so I didn't really know what to expect. The patch blended in with my skin well enough, and when I took it off the next day, I was honestly a bit underwhelmed because the zit was still there. I think, with... +
This was my first time trying a pimple patch so I didn't really know what to expect. The patch blended in with my skin well enough, and when I took it off the next day, I was honestly a bit underwhelmed because the zit was still there. I think, with my lack of experience with these, I was expecting a miracle (🤦🏻♀️).
The zit looked less angry though, and when I wiped it away, I realized it wasn't a raised bump anymore. It took a couple wipes to remove the white secretions, but there was no inflammation pain. Actually as I type this, it feels like it never existed. I wish I took a photo of what it looked like after cleaning the area.
Also, I'm a notorious pimple popper, so this helped me keep my fingers away from them. Definitely recommend!
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PanOxyl PM Overnight Spot Patches
This was my first time trying a pimple patch so I didn't really know what to expect. The patch blended in with my skin well enough, and when I took it off the next day, I was honestly a bit underwhelmed because the zit was still there. I think, with... +
This was my first time trying a pimple patch so I didn't really know what to expect. The patch blended in with my skin well enough, and when I took it off the next day, I was honestly a bit underwhelmed because the zit was still there. I think, with my lack of experience with these, I was expecting a miracle (🤦🏻♀️).
The zit looked less angry though, and when I wiped it away, I realized it wasn't a raised bump anymore. It took a couple wipes to remove the white secretions, but there was no inflammation pain. Actually as I type this, it feels like it never existed. I wish I took a photo of what it looked like after cleaning the area.
Also, I'm a notorious pimple popper, so this helped me keep my fingers away from them. Definitely recommend!
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Bai Antioxidant Infusion Kula Watermelon
I was given the opportunity to try this drink for free. I've tried other flavours from this brand, but never the watermelon flavor. It took a couple sips but I started to enjoy it. It kinda has a Jolly Rancher/candy watermelon taste, which you can't... +
I was given the opportunity to try this drink for free. I've tried other flavours from this brand, but never the watermelon flavor. It took a couple sips but I started to enjoy it. It kinda has a Jolly Rancher/candy watermelon taste, which you can't go wrong with that.
My only issue is the stevia taste. I know stevia is a great option to replace sugar, it's also a safer option compared to other alternatives. The issue is is that stevia 'taste' that makes you go "bleh" as it sits on your tongue. Some companies can mask it really well, but this one not so much. Should have focused more on erythritol, but, it's a flavourful drink with low sugar and no aspartame, so can't complain too much.
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Nair Prep & Smooth Face Hair Remover Cream Watermelon
I have a long history of using these hair removal creams, and they all tend to suffer the same downfalls: bad smell and effectiveness. Unfortunately, this one is not much better. Packaging, I think, is not fully thought out. For starters, the... +
I have a long history of using these hair removal creams, and they all tend to suffer the same downfalls: bad smell and effectiveness. Unfortunately, this one is not much better.
Packaging, I think, is not fully thought out. For starters, the instructions for a cream that could very well burn your skin, is one the box that normally gets thrown out, rather than on the tube itself. I personally don't like keeping extra packaging if I can help it. Also, using a squeeze tube with a rubber ball seems more gimmick than useful, because at the end it's a big mess to clean up, especially if you want to avoid using your hands.
Next, smell = bad.
Finally, it was as effective as I thought. I got rid of all the tiny thin hairs that no one can see anyways, but left the thick ones behind (the ones I actually want gone). You see, I sadly suffer from excessive hair growth (genetic not hormonal) so hair removal is pretty important and a constant battle. The amount of time I took to apply, wait (10 minutes like the box claims), then wash off with such lackluster results, I could have either shaved or epilated and got on with my day. I also wouldn't be left with an itchy face like I am now.
So now I need to get the epilator and finish what this cream couldn't do.
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Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
I received this product for free for testing purposes. It's a very lightweight cleansing oil, like water, so personally for me it's a bit harder to work with, but again, that's just me. When I tried this, I didn't have a lot of makeup on, but I did... +
I received this product for free for testing purposes. It's a very lightweight cleansing oil, like water, so personally for me it's a bit harder to work with, but again, that's just me. When I tried this, I didn't have a lot of makeup on, but I did see it "melt" when I applied this. It washed off really easily. My face didn't feel any different than if I used an inexpensive drugstore cleanser though.
Here's the clincher. I went in with micellar water on a cotton round afterwards to see if it really cleansed everything.... Nope. Still had makeup and dirt on the round. I prefer my cleansers to take everything off, not feel the need to use more product or buy a second one to take care of what the first one should have done. I don't wear heavy makeup (can't stand the way it feels), so it's disappointing if it couldn't even fully remove a light coverage amount.
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Chapman's Vanilla with a Chocolatey Coating & Almonds No Sugar Added Lactose Free Ice Cream Bars
As someone who has issues with lactose and prefers to avoid sugar, this product seemed to be the perfect fit. Initially it was anyways. The portion size was good, and it tasted good. The usual Chapman creamy taste wasn't there, but I was expecting... +
As someone who has issues with lactose and prefers to avoid sugar, this product seemed to be the perfect fit. Initially it was anyways. The portion size was good, and it tasted good. The usual Chapman creamy taste wasn't there, but I was expecting that since this lactose free. I ended up eating two because I figured, "yes, guilt free! Lactose free!" Well that was a bad idea.
They took away lactose, something that makes people poop their brains out, and added maltitol, which is a sugar alcohol that makes people poop their brains out. Really? Chapman's couldn't go with another sugar like Erythritol? To me, all these are now are constipation relief bars, not actual sweet treats.
Chapman's could have done better with their ingredient choices as removing lactose but adding maltitol is completely counter productive, and left me with a horrible stomach ache, cramps, and a lot less toilet paper than I started my day with.
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