ernaflower
Member Since: August 10, 2008Reviews
Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Mascara
I am a complete mascara snob, and I really like this one. The consistency is nice, a little gel like, and it coats very well in just one or two strokes; it does lengthen my lashes to a respectable length. It does not smudge easily, nor does it... +
I am a complete mascara snob, and I really like this one. The consistency is nice, a little gel like, and it coats very well in just one or two strokes; it does lengthen my lashes to a respectable length. It does not smudge easily, nor does it flake. The brush shape works well with my lashes. I do have to curl my lashes first in order to have a curl, but it holds well. I have very sensitive eyes and they are never red, or itchy with this product. It washes off easily with my cleanser and doesn't seem to leave me looking like a raccoon as I am washing it off. As a bonus, it passes the tear test with a moderate grade (it isn't waterproof afterall). -
Aveda Rosemary Mint Shampoo
I agree with the other raters....this shampoo works! It is clean feeling AND smelling. It even makes your scalp tingle! (in a good way) As far as price points go, this shampoo is on the more expensive side; however, aveda products have a very... +
I agree with the other raters....this shampoo works! It is clean feeling AND smelling. It even makes your scalp tingle! (in a good way)
As far as price points go, this shampoo is on the more expensive side; however, aveda products have a very specific audience - naturally sourced and human tested ingredients are more costly to the pocket book but easier on the conscience. Aveda has a global minded approach to beauty products and they have made products that are sensuous AND effective.
I used this shampoo more when I was going through my "straight" hair phase; the Aveda curl shampoo is now my standby for my crazy curls but I still bust out the rosemary mint when I want that 'tingling clean' feeling.
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Vichy Oligo 25 Eyes
The oligo25 line claims to add moisture and 'reveal' more hydrated, beautiful skin. I don't know if my eyes were more beautiful or revealing....they were hydrated!! It smells good, goes on with a very light touch and is not greasy. It felt like it... +
The oligo25 line claims to add moisture and 'reveal' more hydrated, beautiful skin. I don't know if my eyes were more beautiful or revealing....they were hydrated!! It smells good, goes on with a very light touch and is not greasy. It felt like it was melting into my skin as I swiped it on. I liked the product and found it soothing to my very sesitive skin. I have rated it average for the reason that even though I liked it, I haven't bothed to use it daily, or even weekly. I've had the same tube thingy for at least a year and there is still some left. It's nice to use, but really not a necessity. -
How to Shit in the Woods: An Environmentally Sound Approach to a Lost Art
I love this book!!! I talk about it all the time...ok, not ALL the time, but I have bought about 10 copies over the years and have given it as a gift to many of my woodsie (and some anit-woodsy) friends. Everyone loves the humour and wit - the info... +
I love this book!!! I talk about it all the time...ok, not ALL the time, but I have bought about 10 copies over the years and have given it as a gift to many of my woodsie (and some anit-woodsy) friends. Everyone loves the humour and wit - the info is great!
It makes perfect bathroom (ok, outhouse) reading! HAHAHAHH! =) Sorry I'm such a Geek.
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The Birth House
I was so excited to see this book here. I really liked it. It was fun to read and the pages turned themselves. I found the historical struggle for women to keep the art of childbirth at home to be well represented. As a helth care provider, and a... +
I was so excited to see this book here. I really liked it. It was fun to read and the pages turned themselves. I found the historical struggle for women to keep the art of childbirth at home to be well represented. As a helth care provider, and a woman (that souds funny for me to say as I still feel like i'm not 'grown up' yet) I found it interesting, heartwarming, funny, and a little bit quirky.
A great read, and it's Canadian! =)
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Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 15
I know oatmeal is supposed to be soothing to dry, itchy skin. I know most people with sensitive skin seem to like Aveeno products. I know I wanted to like it...because it is readily available, inexpensive, smells pretty good, absorbed well into my... +
I know oatmeal is supposed to be soothing to dry, itchy skin. I know most people with sensitive skin seem to like Aveeno products. I know I wanted to like it...because it is readily available, inexpensive, smells pretty good, absorbed well into my skin, didn't feel greasy....
It was great for about two weeks and then the itchy, tight skin returned. The more I used it, the itchier I became.
Sorry sesitive lasses, this one wasn't for me.
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Dove® Go Fresh Cool Moisture Cucumber & Green Tea Scent Body Wash
Ok, so it is body wash...that's about it. I was thinking that the cucumber scent would be fresh and light and it would last on my skin. I was wrong. =( (I know, it happens some times) I have usually liked Dove products. I found that this one did... +
Ok, so it is body wash...that's about it. I was thinking that the cucumber scent would be fresh and light and it would last on my skin. I was wrong. =( (I know, it happens some times)
I have usually liked Dove products. I found that this one did not meet my expectations. It did lather well and I was clean after working in the garden for hours so it gets marks for getting the grime off.
For all you gals with sensitive skin, this one made me itchy (I know, I've said that before too) and the moisture effect just wasn't there.
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COVERGIRL LashExact Mascara
Itchy, itchy, itchy eyes. OH, did I mention it made my eyes itchy? To be fair I have remarkably sensitive eyes and lots of mascara doesn't really do the trick for me. This one was easy to apply, and did last (if you don't count rubbing most of it... +
Itchy, itchy, itchy eyes. OH, did I mention it made my eyes itchy?
To be fair I have remarkably sensitive eyes and lots of mascara doesn't really do the trick for me. This one was easy to apply, and did last (if you don't count rubbing most of it off after a few hours), and my lashes did look pretty. Mascara and lip balm are the extent of my sophisicated look, so it has to be great. This one was not for me!
Anyone have any suggestions for my ultra sensitive eyes?
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Aveda Hand Relief
I wash my hand at least 30 times a day; no, it's not OCD! I have been using Hand relief for almost 6 months every night before bed and it has made my once dry, cracked hands soft and supple. It also smells wonderful...kinda citrusy ( is that even a... +
I wash my hand at least 30 times a day; no, it's not OCD! I have been using Hand relief for almost 6 months every night before bed and it has made my once dry, cracked hands soft and supple. It also smells wonderful...kinda citrusy ( is that even a word?).
It is not cheap, but you only need a very little bit for it to work wonders. I also rub it into my cuticles and push them back while I'm working so it does double duty. I use it before bed so I've never had any trouble with it absorbing so I can't speak to whether it absorbs quickly...it doesn't leave any flim on my sheets if that helps.
I love this poduct!!
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Aveda Confixor Liquid Gel
I have impossible hair - crazzzy curls that respond to humidity in the blink of an eye. Goodbye frizzy locks. I actually mix it together with Aveda's curl enhancer lotion for a kick*** curl/control/frizease concoction. I actually bought it because I... +
I have impossible hair - crazzzy curls that respond to humidity in the blink of an eye. Goodbye frizzy locks. I actually mix it together with Aveda's curl enhancer lotion for a kick*** curl/control/frizease concoction. I actually bought it because I love the smell of Aveda's Shampure line and wanted my hair to smell like that all of the time even if I don't use the Shampure poo (my choice is Aveda Curly poo and conditioner). I mixed the curl enhancer lotion with the Confixor on a whim to attain the signature smell and genius was born.
A little does go a long way, even in my mane, so use sparingly if you don't want to go to the crunchy end of the spectrum. It seems to lock moisture into my hair (perhaps con"fixing" in the moisture, heheheh); use less product when in humidity!
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