jl13
Member Since: April 3, 2012Reviews
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15
Okay this Lip Balm is expensive. Let's get that out of the way. But man does it moisturize. Living in Canada is hell on the lips. My lips are chapped from Sept to May give or take. I exfoliate them, oil them use moisturizers. I treat them like... +
Okay this Lip Balm is expensive. Let's get that out of the way. But man does it moisturize.
Living in Canada is hell on the lips. My lips are chapped from Sept to May give or take. I exfoliate them, oil them use moisturizers. I treat them like little delicate babies and they still chap.
Fresh may not win the war, but they are helping me win a few battles.
I do find the scent very nice, but the stick itself is a little soft, so I prefer not to use the tinted, for cleanliness reasons.
Try it as a sample at Sephora if you can before diving in at full cost. I think you will find as I did, it is worth every penny.
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Merci European Chocolates
I was sent a box of these chocolates by Brand Spark and was very pleasantly surprised at the high quality of chocolate and fine preparation. My only reservation from pure love for this product comes in that this is a mixed box and that there was a... +
I was sent a box of these chocolates by Brand Spark and was very pleasantly surprised at the high quality of chocolate and fine preparation.
My only reservation from pure love for this product comes in that this is a mixed box and that there was a certain flavour that I did not like (Marzipan), but I am confidant that those who like that taste may find it well done, even transcendent.
Transcendent a strong word for you? Well I say to you - get a box, eat a Dark Chocolate Mousse and come back to me with an alternative. You may say then, 'sublime' or other similar words where when you eat the chocolate, or other people in the room may feel uncomfortable or decide to leave you alone with the chocolates. Yes, it's that good. But that's the Dark Chocolate Mousse and that's the 'Best in Box'.
Close Runner Ups are the Milk Chocolate and the Hazelnut-Almond.
The middle pack runners are the creams and they are very delicious and round out the box.
Final word is that I would easily buy this even with the few that aren't my favourites. The quality is so much higher than a package regularly bought during the holidays with the picture in the lid (you know, with the gross orange creme) and for about the same price.
If you come round my desk next holiday season, you will see Merci in my little bowl of treats.
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L'Oreal Colour Caresse Shine Stain
This product is brand new and the first product I ever bought because I saw someone famous looking great and I went and found it (Jessica Chastain at the Golden Globes - google it). The applicator is paddle shaped and works just great for even... +
This product is brand new and the first product I ever bought because I saw someone famous looking great and I went and found it (Jessica Chastain at the Golden Globes - google it).
The applicator is paddle shaped and works just great for even coverage and colour on the lip.
It is a very good and long wearing stain. I prefer to re-apply another gloss or balm over top for the shine as I do not find the shine lasts a long time.
It should be noted that this is one of those stains where the colour is lighter that it looks in the tube, so take your time in the store and use the testers on the wrist or top of the had until you decide which is best for you. I copied Ms. Chastain and went straight for the 'Berry Persistant', it just looked so good on her!
This is the first drugstore lip stain that I have been able to stand behind EVER. At a third of a cost of the brand that I use currently (s*il@), I will be making fewer trips to the mall this year ;)
I think we are going to be seeing this on the best lists for 2013.
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Garnier Body Intensive 7 Day Soothing Lotion
I love this new Garnier Lotion. I chose the Aloe scent as it is the lightest (after opening all the options available in the store). It absorbs quickly and is not all greasy. I don't think I would go 7 days before using it again, but it certainly... +
I love this new Garnier Lotion. I chose the Aloe scent as it is the lightest (after opening all the options available in the store).
It absorbs quickly and is not all greasy.
I don't think I would go 7 days before using it again, but it certainly does moisturize well and last on the skin!
Since my old standby (vaseline Intensive Care) changed their formula and their fragrance has gone waaay over the top, I can't use it in my scent-free office, so I have ditched it after decades for this and haven't looked back. Great timing Garnier!
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Conair Ion Shine Instant Heat Hair Setter
I have long straight fine blonde hair. Fine hair, but lots of it. My experience with curlers prior to this was that my hair would style, then go straight after about an hour or so no matter how hot I dried, how long they were in or how much spray... +
I have long straight fine blonde hair. Fine hair, but lots of it. My experience with curlers prior to this was that my hair would style, then go straight after about an hour or so no matter how hot I dried, how long they were in or how much spray I used. I gag remembering Final Net - anyone else remember Final Net??
If I use the Conair Ion Shine hot rollers using mousse (or another product) my hair will hold the style most of the day, which is saying alot for my hair!
I have had my hot rollers for years and the product keeps on trucking. I have broken the lid and now have it hinged on with tape and it still works just fine.
The clips that come with the three sizes of curlers work very well and hold tightly so your hair will not fall out while setting.
Very good product overall.
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Philosophy the Supernatural Concealer Palette
I am 39 years old, fair skinned and I spent a lot of my youthful summers in the sun. So I have sunspots, lots of them. I use 'The Supernatural' Concealer Palette by Philosophy as it has three tones for fair skin (also available for other skin... +
I am 39 years old, fair skinned and I spent a lot of my youthful summers in the sun. So I have sunspots, lots of them.
I use 'The Supernatural' Concealer Palette by Philosophy as it has three tones for fair skin (also available for other skin tones).
The palette has the three tones of concealer, a mirror and a small brush applicator.
I apply prior to foundation everyday to correct my dark spots. It stays on and matches no matter where they are.
I can't find this product lately, so if anyone knows where I can buy it, please comment! I am sold for life.
note - I went to a dermatologist to have my sunspots checked and he wondered why I was there as the concealer hid them all! I had to remove my makeup (which I wear natural, not caked on) so he could examine them. That is pretty darn good in my estimation!
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Crest 3D White Whitestrips Intensive Professional Effects
I found the Crest Whitestrips very easy to put on and that they stayed in place for the required time. As for effectiveness, I saw a slight whitening, but not much. Luckily my teeth did not feel sensitive as other advisors had noted. I do agree... +
I found the Crest Whitestrips very easy to put on and that they stayed in place for the required time.
As for effectiveness, I saw a slight whitening, but not much. Luckily my teeth did not feel sensitive as other advisors had noted.
I do agree that the adhesive, though efficacious, was a lot to get off after the treatment.
Although the Whitestrips did a decent job for the price (in comparison to a salon on dentist's treatment), I did not enjoy the length that I had to wear them for the whitening achieved.
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COVERGIRL Intense ShadowBlast
I bought this product (with a mailed out manufacturer's coupon thank heavens) as I much prefer cream eyeshadows for application, richness of colour and longevity. I can say unequivocally that with this product you should pay the cash and move up to... +
I bought this product (with a mailed out manufacturer's coupon thank heavens) as I much prefer cream eyeshadows for application, richness of colour and longevity.
I can say unequivocally that with this product you should pay the cash and move up to a boutique brand such as Clinique or Pout for quality.
The applicator splotched on an uncontrollable amount with the graceful and useful-ness as a wet noodle.
The eyeshadow itself felt wet and seemed to take a while to dry, while gravity settled it into the crease of my eyelid, ruining the look I had intended.
Sorry, but this is not a winner Covergirl.
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Bliss Steep Clean Cleansing Milk
Bliss Steep Clean Cleansing Milk is a product that is applied to the face, left on for a minute or two to dissolve oils and dirt, then rinses off. I have been using this product for a few years and find that it does as it promises, cleanses... +
Bliss Steep Clean Cleansing Milk is a product that is applied to the face, left on for a minute or two to dissolve oils and dirt, then rinses off.
I have been using this product for a few years and find that it does as it promises, cleanses deeply.
It leaves my skin feeling fresh and smooth, not tight or dry like some other cleansers.
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L'Eau par Kenzo
I love this unassuming and bright summer scent. The notes are 'aquatic' as the name declares, arriving at their refreshing amalgam by marrying lotus, pepper and mint. I wear this lightly and am able to avoid any ruckus in my sadly 'fragrance-free'... +
I love this unassuming and bright summer scent. The notes are 'aquatic' as the name declares, arriving at their refreshing amalgam by marrying lotus, pepper and mint.
I wear this lightly and am able to avoid any ruckus in my sadly 'fragrance-free' office.
This has been my Summer scent for a few years and I have yet to find anything worthy of usurping its' crown.
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