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Member Since: September 1, 2009Reviews
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Water-Light Daily Face Sunscreen SPF 45
I reviewed this product as a panel member and was impressed after using it for a week. I had in fact been looking for a face sunscreen and had looked into Clarins (way more expensive), Kiehls Super Fluid UV Defense 50 SPF (~$35). But this... +
I reviewed this product as a panel member and was impressed after using it for a week.
I had in fact been looking for a face sunscreen and had looked into Clarins (way more expensive), Kiehls Super Fluid UV Defense 50 SPF (~$35). But this Neutrogena product is less expensive and likely provides the same benefits. It's similar in that these are all not moisturizers, but sun protectant only. For the summer, this works for me since using a moisturizer with SPF included sometimes makes me too oily (I have a bunch of those too). And I'm one of those people who would never use body sunscreen on my face.
Specifically, this product did what it promised. It's very sheer and light-weight. The texture is liquidy, not like a cream. I didn't need much product to spread it over my face. During the day I didn't feel too oily... only on the most humid of days (and we're talking about 40 degrees with humidity) did I feel oily but I don't think any product would have prevented that.
I would recommend this product for those looking for summer protection for their face.
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Wet N Wild Mega Liner
Pros: the price is right & the product comes in lots of colours.. Cons: the product has a brush tip (i.e. with bristles) which makes it difficult to apply. I didn't know this beforehand as the packaging did not indicate what sort of tip it has... +
Pros: the price is right & the product comes in lots of colours..
Cons: the product has a brush tip (i.e. with bristles) which makes it difficult to apply. I didn't know this beforehand as the packaging did not indicate what sort of tip it has. So I find myself drawing lines of differing thicknesses,. With a purple colour I purchased, it doesn't show up well and I have to draw the line several times so it shows up.
While I like liquid liner, I'm close to giving up and going back to crayon.
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Casa Di Giorgio
This restaurant is in the Davisville & Mt Pleasant area & I like to get pizza here because they have great pick-up deals - $12.80 for a large & $10.80 for medium (3 toppings). Every time I have this pizza for one of my parties people say that... +
This restaurant is in the Davisville & Mt Pleasant area & I like to get pizza here because they have great pick-up deals - $12.80 for a large & $10.80 for medium (3 toppings). Every time I have this pizza for one of my parties people say that it's one of the best thin-crust pizzas they've ever had.
517 Mount Pleasant.
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L'Oreal Paris Collagen Filler Lip
I was a product tester too & to be honest, I didn't really experience any improvement in my lips, whether with lines or plumpness. I don't wear lipstick or lipgloss, just lip balm, so adding these extra steps was really not part of a... +
I was a product tester too & to be honest, I didn't really experience any improvement in my lips, whether with lines or plumpness.
I don't wear lipstick or lipgloss, just lip balm, so adding these extra steps was really not part of a normal routine nor would it be worth the trade off for the additional effort.
My lips are not thin so I don't really need the plumping action. And I'm confused about what the anti-feathering cream is supposed to do. At first I thought it meant feathering (flaking) of chapped lips. But I guess they mean flaking off of lipstick.
A good thing about the product is that it does not smell. The anti-feathering product is creamy and would be best applied with a finger. The plumper is more gel-like & can be applied directly on the lip with the contoured tip applicator.
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Vaseline Sheer Infusion Body Lotion
I also received my package as a Product Reviewer. First of all, I was impressed that they provided 2 bottles & in such fancy packaging. Truly made me feel special!. I thought the product was quite moisturizing; I use body lotion at night after... +
I also received my package as a Product Reviewer. First of all, I was impressed that they provided 2 bottles & in such fancy packaging. Truly made me feel special!.
I thought the product was quite moisturizing; I use body lotion at night after showering & my skin didn't seem quite as dry as it usually is by the next day. But compared to a standard body lotion I don't know if it's any better.
What I thought set this product apart is the texture. When applied on the skin, it almost has a "dry" texture. It's sheer, lightweight & has no greasiness at all. Therefore, it's absorbed immediately. I really enjoyed this texture, as I can't stand greasy products.
Would I buy it again? Well, even tho' it works great, the budget conscious side of me appears. I looked online & a 200mL bottle is about $8. That's a smaller size for more $ compared to a basic Jergens, St Ives (drugstore) product. With household budgets being what they are, I think I would settle for a regular bottle of lotion, getting more product at a lower price (even if this one feels better). And using more of the basic product to get moisturized.
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Marcelle Essentials 1st Wrinkles Eye Contour Cream
I received this product to review & was impressed by the packaging - the tube itself makes this seem like a very high end product. The cream itself dispenses in almost pre-measured pumps - one pump per eye, which makes application efficient... +
I received this product to review & was impressed by the packaging - the tube itself makes this seem like a very high end product.
The cream itself dispenses in almost pre-measured pumps - one pump per eye, which makes application efficient. It's lightweight, non-greasy, absorbs quickly. I've only been using it for a week so I don't know if there are any permanent improvements. But if I was looking for an eye cream at a drugstore I would definitely consider purchasing this. I've used eye creams from Clinique (greasy) & Shisheido (not worth the price) that didn't seem as effective so this Marcelle eye cream makes a reasonable choice.
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Proactiv Solution Kit
I just started using this product series & it is effective. The cleanser has microbeads which do feel like they are cleaning the skin thoroughly. I also use the toner, repair & 15 SPF moisturizer daily. And the mask weekly. I haven't used... +
I just started using this product series & it is effective. The cleanser has microbeads which do feel like they are cleaning the skin thoroughly. I also use the toner, repair & 15 SPF moisturizer daily. And the mask weekly.
I haven't used acne products previously, but am impressed that this doesnt seem too drying. I do use an extra gel-based moisturizer because I don't like using SPF products at night and because their moisturizer doesn't seem like it's providing enough moisture.
The only negative point (which I'm still investigating) is that it seems like after I pat my face dry after washing the cleanser off, it seems to be discolouring my towels!
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L'Occitane Lime Verbana Shower Gel
This brand from the south of France has natural ingredients in its products. I love the lime verbena scent, very fresh & light. THe product is effective, provides a clean invigorating experience. There's not a lot of lather, it's not... +
This brand from the south of France has natural ingredients in its products. I love the lime verbena scent, very fresh & light. THe product is effective, provides a clean invigorating experience. There's not a lot of lather, it's not greasy, it washes off well.
It is a little bit expensive for something that washes off. It's one of my luxuries.
THe only problem I ran into with with the store return policy / store service. I wanted to exchange a product, with a receipt, but it was a couple weeks past the return-by date. Even with the owner in the store, they would not budge on this policy. I thought that was rigid for an exchange.
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Kiehl's Superbly Efficient Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant
I purchased this product because it has one of the lowest aluminum-chlorohydrate % of any anti-perspirants out there (16%). The rumor is that aluminum contributes to Alzheimers. I also have a need for anti-perspirant, not deodorant. First of... +
I purchased this product because it has one of the lowest aluminum-chlorohydrate % of any anti-perspirants out there (16%). The rumor is that aluminum contributes to Alzheimers. I also have a need for anti-perspirant, not deodorant.
First of all, this item is expensive at $14 for 50ml.
Second, it's not easy to apply. It's a cream that comes out of a squeeze bottle so your options are to upside-down squeeze it into your armpits or, as I do, squeeze onto your hand & wipe into your armpits. Then wash your hands. Kind of messy.
I use a small dab. At first I thought it kept me dry. But now after using this for one season, I realize that I am still sweaty.
I'm not going to buy this again. It's not worth it. I'll just use some other anti-perspirant for 1/5 the cost.
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Sephora Long Lasting Eyeliner
I purchased this product because it came in an eggplant/purple colour. It certainly lasts long, all day, until I wash it off. It is a liquid liner with a fine point tip brush. (Like a nail polish brush that you twist off). I find this type of... +
I purchased this product because it came in an eggplant/purple colour. It certainly lasts long, all day, until I wash it off. It is a liquid liner with a fine point tip brush. (Like a nail polish brush that you twist off). I find this type of tip easier to manage with liquid liner, as opposed to a felt tip pen. The colour looks great, not too theatrical, but unique enough. At least more interesting than black/kohl/brown.
The only thing I don't like about it is that it's quite gloppy. When I take the brush out of the pot, there's all this cruddy stuff congealed on the brush. I have to smear the brush against the pot to wipe it off before applying.
I don't think I'll buy it again... Will probably look for a drugstore brand with a similar colour.
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