Gracienbalsmommy
Member Since: September 16, 2010Reviews
Black & White Bleaching Cream
So I initially bought this product to fade the EXTREME dark circles under my eyes. Ever seen pictures of Kim K. without makeup? MY dark circles make hers look like she has a full face of makeup on. I mean, its serious business! I read in the Amazon... +
So I initially bought this product to fade the EXTREME dark circles under my eyes. Ever seen pictures of Kim K. without makeup? MY dark circles make hers look like she has a full face of makeup on. I mean, its serious business! I read in the Amazon reviews that it was extremely effective at fading acne spots as well as dark under eye circles. I was pretty excited about this. Got a lot of freckles? Don't like them? Well evidently this works for that too. Anyway, I ordered the stuff and when it got here I let it sit for a long time without opening it. What can I say? The box looked so retro I doubted I would even be somewhat satisfied.
I've suffered with acne since I was 11 years old. I'm 23 now and rarely have a breakout but I get one or two pimples ever month and often times they leave that light red mark when they eventually go down in size. I also have those same acne marks on my cheeks and nose that prevent me from ever being confident about my skin without makeup. If I'm not wearing concealer I pretty much look like I have acne all over my face, except there's no actual blemishes on my skin, just a light red or pink dot where I had one years ago. After one particular breakout around my mouth I noticed that the spot left behind was a brown color. It was really noticeable and hard to cover up even with heavy makeup. So, I pulled out the bleach cream.
First thing I noticed: the cream was not oily AT ALL! No greasy residue left behind, no lotion like texture to it. It simply went on like a moisturizer and made my skin feel really good.
I'll admit I was a little put off by the smell because it literally smelled like something my grandmother would have put on before bed, but I went with it.
I started using it twice a day on the spot as well as on my cheeks and under my eyes. To me my skin looked clearer but I thought maybe its just because I wanted it to.
Then my husband and I had to run out one day and I didn't have time to put on any makeup. Now, he's a good man and is really good to compliment me all the time, which is why I don't mind being makeup free in front of him, but sometimes I can tell when he just tells me I look pretty just to make me feel good. We were in the middle of talking and out of no where he just said "Your face looks really pretty today."
I was kind of speechless. That's just not the way he would normally word that. I asked why and he said he didn't know, it just kind of looked like I had makeup on even though he knew I didn't put any on.
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
That was honestly the very first time I received a compliment like that when I didn't have makeup on.
Now I NEVER miss a day with this stuff!
It hasn't done too much to drastically fade my under eye circles but what it has done for my acne marks is a MIRACLE, honestly!
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L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Original Mascara
There aren't many mascaras out there that you can get for under $10 and actually be satisfied with, but this is definitely one of the few. I started using this when my mom let me borrow hers because I ran out of my own, and at first I was a bit... +
There aren't many mascaras out there that you can get for under $10 and actually be satisfied with, but this is definitely one of the few. I started using this when my mom let me borrow hers because I ran out of my own, and at first I was a bit hesitant because I have a history of eye infections and have to be very cautious about mascaras and eye makeup. I was very pleased with the fullness it gave my lashes and also with the lack of clumping. Rarely will you find a mascara that can give you length and fullness minus the clumps. I was also VERY pleased that I had no irritation from the product. Great find! -
Ratatouille (2007)
This movie was not initially a favorite of mine but once my 2 year old discovered it and watched it a THOUSAND times that I realized just why he liked it. The movie has such a good story line about following your dreams no matter what gets in your... +
This movie was not initially a favorite of mine but once my 2 year old discovered it and watched it a THOUSAND times that I realized just why he liked it. The movie has such a good story line about following your dreams no matter what gets in your way, and also to remain true to yourself and where you came from. The scene where the mice take over the kitchen is a bit unsettling but other than that I love this movie. Definitely another well made cartoon that I don't get annoyed when my son wants to watch over and over! -
Old Navy Flip Flops
These flip flops are a stable in my summer wardrobe. I stock up at the beginning of the summer, preferably on the "dollar days" at Old Navy. For twenty bucks I can get every color to match every outfit I have. The fit is amazing and they are SO... +
These flip flops are a stable in my summer wardrobe. I stock up at the beginning of the summer, preferably on the "dollar days" at Old Navy. For twenty bucks I can get every color to match every outfit I have. The fit is amazing and they are SO worth the money! They aren't flimsy, they have some serious lasting power! I can buy a pair and wear them all summer long. Amazing job Old Navy! -
Victoria's Secret Love Spell Ultra-Softening Body Butter
Love Spell has been one of my favorite scents for years. After trying all of the products carried, I got a tub of the skin softening body butter, even though normally body butter is too thick for my taste. I was so surprised when I applied it and it... +
Love Spell has been one of my favorite scents for years. After trying all of the products carried, I got a tub of the skin softening body butter, even though normally body butter is too thick for my taste. I was so surprised when I applied it and it was more like whipped butter. It was so silky and soft, I could almost have rubbed the entire tub on in that instant. The smell is AMAZING, better than most of the other Love Spell products strangely enough. I would recommend this to anyone as the effects are amazing! You won't believe how soft your skin is after! -
Mary Kay Medium Coverage Foundation in Beige 300
I have never been much of a Mary Kay fan until I was lucky enough to be gifted with this AMAZING foundation. I have difficult skin, but I am a HUGE fan of makeup so I have to try out a lot of different products until I find something that works... +
I have never been much of a Mary Kay fan until I was lucky enough to be gifted with this AMAZING foundation. I have difficult skin, but I am a HUGE fan of makeup so I have to try out a lot of different products until I find something that works well. I have dark circles and my skin tends to break out easily if I use the wrong products. Not only does this foundation keep my skin clear and dry, not oily, but it also works as a concealer for my under eye circles. Its so rare to find any foundation that is just as efficient as a concealer. The catalog order favorite is about the same price as department store finds, and has equal effectiveness if you ask me! -
Garnier Fructis Color Shield Shampoo & Conditioner
All of the Garnier products are awesome, and I've been a long time user. But this line is especially great because color treated hair often lacks shine and most products only claim to bring out that shine but don't really do so. Not only... +
All of the Garnier products are awesome, and I've been a long time user. But this line is especially great because color treated hair often lacks shine and most products only claim to bring out that shine but don't really do so. Not only does this line increase the shine, but it also protects the fragile hair that has been treated. The price is unbeatable and the quality is great. The shampoos and conditioners smell amazing in the bottle, and the smell really lasts when its on your hair. I would recommend this to anyone with color treated hair! -
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