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Love Beauty & Planet Coconut Milk & White Jasmine Light Hold & Frizz Control Hair Spray (level 2)
I received this product at the Chick Advisor cleans house event. The nozzle doesn't seem to work at all. It took several tries to get any spray started; then just a very small amount comes out. I basically end up with a concentrated sticky patch on... +
I received this product at the Chick Advisor cleans house event. The nozzle doesn't seem to work at all. It took several tries to get any spray started; then just a very small amount comes out. I basically end up with a concentrated sticky patch on my hair. I'm sure this bottle isn't working the way it's supposed to. I tried rinsing the nozzle with warm water but no luck. I see other reviewers mention similar issues. I hate to throw a full bottle out but I don't see a way to fix the problem. I'd welcome suggestions. At this point, I don't have any comments on the product itself as I haven't had a proper chance to use it. It smells delicious though! -
CND VINYLUX Weekly Top Coat
Thrilled to receive and try this beautiful product. It happens that I had a professional manicure about three days ago and the polish was already started to show signs of wear. CND VINYLUX Weekly Top Coat has a beautiful consistency (not thick), is... +
Thrilled to receive and try this beautiful product. It happens that I had a professional manicure about three days ago and the polish was already started to show signs of wear. CND VINYLUX Weekly Top Coat has a beautiful consistency (not thick), is crystal clear (didn't bring down my colour!), glided on brilliantly, dried quickly and brought my nails to life with a glossy smooth top coat. Love love love! -
COLAB Sheer Invisible Dry Shampoo in Rio Tropical
A friend of mine has been raving about how much she loves dry shampoo, but I'd never had a chance or reason to try it - until i received one in the recent ShopCrawl swag bag. The Rio scent is tropical, kind of pineapple-y, which made me a bit... +
A friend of mine has been raving about how much she loves dry shampoo, but I'd never had a chance or reason to try it - until i received one in the recent ShopCrawl swag bag. The Rio scent is tropical, kind of pineapple-y, which made me a bit self-conscious because I ride public transit and don't want to stand out in terms of scent. My hair is dyed, and I wasn't sure what the ingredients are in terms of how it would react with colour, but everything turned out fine. I still prefer regular shampoo for day-to-day needs, but I think this is a product I would definitely keep for taking on trips, as it seems practical as a time saver on-the-go. It is reasonably priced, and think it would be invaluable in certain travel situations or limited water supply. Therefore, would say "definitely would purchase again" given the right circumstances. An interesting product. -
Younique Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes Mascara
I waited until a special occasion to try this product out. What better time than Halloween for dramatic, eye-popping lashes. It was tricky to figure out to apply -- seemed to take me ages, but mostly because I wear reading glasses so kept having to... +
I waited until a special occasion to try this product out. What better time than Halloween for dramatic, eye-popping lashes. It was tricky to figure out to apply -- seemed to take me ages, but mostly because I wear reading glasses so kept having to switch back and forth to see what I was doing. The end result was a dramatic difference! Wowzers. I'd wear again for a special occasion. -
Revlon Ultra HD Lipstick
I received this product in the ShopCrawl swag bag. Not a colour I would normally select for myself, but it was fun to experiment and stretch beyond my normal comfort zone. The colour I received is Gladiolus, a vibrant red. I dabbed it on to get sort... +
I received this product in the ShopCrawl swag bag. Not a colour I would normally select for myself, but it was fun to experiment and stretch beyond my normal comfort zone. The colour I received is Gladiolus, a vibrant red. I dabbed it on to get sort of a stain effect, and this turned out with good results. The colour lasted ages. I think the product is very nice, and I would look for other colours in more of a neutral pallet for office wear. -
Aveeno Skin Relief Hand Cream
I received this product in my ShopCrawl swag bag, but have used Aveeno in the past. It's a good "basic" to keep in a purse. At 97ml, it's a good travel essential because it's under the general airline restriction of a carry-on liquid limit of 100ml... +
I received this product in my ShopCrawl swag bag, but have used Aveeno in the past. It's a good "basic" to keep in a purse. At 97ml, it's a good travel essential because it's under the general airline restriction of a carry-on liquid limit of 100ml, so you can be confident it will clear security without an issue. I work with the public and tend to use hand sanitizer frequently during the day, and follow-up with a hand moisturizer. I go through a lot of it, so need something quick, affordable, and without a heavy scent - Aveeno ticks all the boxes. -
Softlips® CUBE Lip Moisturizer - Fresh Mint
Flavour is delicious and the product is very moisturizing. At first, I found the shape and general packaging a bit hard to get used to, but I like how compact this is. A nice basic to keep in my purse. I'm going to look for other flavours.
Flavour is delicious and the product is very moisturizing. At first, I found the shape and general packaging a bit hard to get used to, but I like how compact this is. A nice basic to keep in my purse. I'm going to look for other flavours. -
NIVEA Express Eye Make-Up Remover
A good, basic eye makeup remover. Straightforward in terms of price and doing what you want it to do. I'd buy it again.
A good, basic eye makeup remover. Straightforward in terms of price and doing what you want it to do. I'd buy it again. -
Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polish & Miracle Gel Top Coat
I'm a huge fan of do-it-yourself gel polish manicures, because I don't always have time for professional gel manicures that are impossible to remove unless you go back to the salon. I've tried Revlon brand gel polishes in past (with good results)... +
I'm a huge fan of do-it-yourself gel polish manicures, because I don't always have time for professional gel manicures that are impossible to remove unless you go back to the salon. I've tried Revlon brand gel polishes in past (with good results) and was thrilled to receive Sally Hansen in my swag bag to try. I got Pink Cadillaquer (cute name!) which is pretty. The colour and top coat result in delicious shine! Lasted about a week before I removed it. You can't beat the price and convenience, I would definitely recommend. -
NIVEA In-Shower Nourishing Body Milk
I have to share a funny coincidence about this product -- The friend I attended ShopCrawl with told me about a new product that she and her family love, and asked me if I'd run into WalMart to pick up another bottle. I didn't know exactly what she... +
I have to share a funny coincidence about this product -- The friend I attended ShopCrawl with told me about a new product that she and her family love, and asked me if I'd run into WalMart to pick up another bottle. I didn't know exactly what she was talking about and was curious about this in-shower body moisturizer she described with "even my husband likes it...." We ran out of time and never did make it to WalMart. The next day, she and I phoned each other to discuss our SwagBags and she said "Nivea -- that's the product I was telling you about!!!" What a nice surprise for both of us. Needless to say, her teenage kids (a boy and girl) and husband already love it. Me -- I have tried it and agree, it's really nice. Leaves a nice feeling and scent, not too strong. -
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