JoanneBlouin
Member Since: September 17, 2021Reviews
COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Skincare Hydrating Cream Cleanser
I enjoyed the rich creamy formula which doesn’t dry out my already dry skin. The first time I used it I found my skin felt very dewy and refreshed. Kind of like how your face would feel on a hot summer day when you spray a gentle mist of water on... +
I enjoyed the rich creamy formula which doesn’t dry out my already dry skin. The first time I used it I found my skin felt very dewy and refreshed. Kind of like how your face would feel on a hot summer day when you spray a gentle mist of water on your face to refresh it. If that makes any sense. I’ve used it for a few days now and my skin still feels refreshed.
It uses a formula that is gentle on skin so it’s perfect for all skin types.
I wasn’t exactly fond of the scent the first time I tried it, but after a few uses the scent grew on me. It’s formulated with TruClean Cactus water so it might have been the cactus water smell I wasn’t accustomed to.
The one thing I would note is that it’s great at removing light makeup, however there was one day where I was in the office so I did a full face of makeup and found it didn’t perform as well at removing a heavy face of makeup. These days I usually don’t do full faces of makeup though so this isn’t an issue. That’s what makeup remover is for. A huge bonus with this cleanser is the price and how long it will last for. You only need a small pea sized amount and it lathers perfectly! It’s a creamy texture that rinses off nicely as well. Since you don’t need to use much I could see this cleanser lasting a couple months. I would definitely consider purchasing it in the future.
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Parissa Quick & Easy Legs & Body Wax Strips
This was my first time ever waxing my legs and let me tell you I wish I would have tried this method of hair removal years ago! These strips are so easy to use, the instructions are very detailed and easy to follow. Plus these strips are so... +
This was my first time ever waxing my legs and let me tell you I wish I would have tried this method of hair removal years ago! These strips are so easy to use, the instructions are very detailed and easy to follow. Plus these strips are so convenient you can use them anywhere and at anytime. There is no mess to clean up and the oil provided in the box makes your skin feel great once applied to your skin. The one thing I did notice and think it could be due to my being a novice at waxing but there were little patches of hair left over every time I used a strip on my legs. This is the reason I only gave it 4 stars. Because you can’t wax the same spot for 24 hours so in some spots there were sprouts of hair still showing after the strip was removed. As I said this could have been my technique or perhaps my hair grows in different directions. I did try a strip on my arms as well just to see how it worked on arms it it worked perfectly. No stray hairs after strip removal here. I should also note I didn’t get any redness or pain from these strips it went smooth and easy. It’s been over 5 days since I used them and still no grow back. I’m impressed! I’ll provide the pros and cons below to keep this easy to read:
Pros:
-Easy to use
-Detailed instructions
-So convenient, use them wherever and whenever
-No mess to clean
-Hair doesn’t grow back quickly
-Time Savers
- Oil included in box feels great on skin
Cons
-On my legs some sprouts were left over and had to wait until 24 hours to try removing again
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Batman Wayne Tower Mayhem Playset 3-pack Action Figures
When I first received this item to review my first thought was “oh boy, this will be a one and done toy”. How could 3 action figures and a few little accessories keep my son’s interest. I thought he’d need more items like some kind of... +
When I first received this item to review my first thought was “oh boy, this will be a one and done toy”. How could 3 action figures and a few little accessories keep my son’s interest. I thought he’d need more items like some kind of building head quarters or a super hero vehicle, something to add excitement. But boy was I wrong. When I presented my son with these action figures he was thrilled! His words were “are you serious? I’m so excited right now!”. These little figures kept him entertained for hours and he’s played with them consistently since then. They inspire creativity and he’s come up with some pretty awesome story lines. He’s also been making his own additional accessories to go with each storyline out of household items. It’s really neat how the arms and legs on the action figures move into various positions. Although we were shocked when Superman’s leg fell off within the first 5 minutes of play. Luckily it glided back on easily and led to a few storylines where limbs came off and got put back on. My toddler seemed to love the figures as well and ended up trying to play with her big brother. It was so sweet to see her swooping Superman through the air and my son pretending that she beat Lex Luther. I should mention my son is 6 years old. He also wanted to bring them to school to play with his friends at recess. -
Chapman's Cherry Peach Passion Sorbet
I must admit when I first heard what flavour we were sampling (Cherry Peach Passion Sorbet) I was a little hesitant, usually I’m not a fan of anything with the flavour peach. But one of the lessons I’m trying to teach my son is to try new things... +
I must admit when I first heard what flavour we were sampling (Cherry Peach Passion Sorbet) I was a little hesitant, usually I’m not a fan of anything with the flavour peach. But one of the lessons I’m trying to teach my son is to try new things and discover new tastes so we jumped right in and gave it a try. Now let me tell you I’m so happy we tried this delicious sorbet!! It was like a fruit explosion in your mouth. Not only was it super tasty but I also enjoyed the texture. The combination of Cherry and Peach was delightful and these two flavours really compliment each other. It melted nicely in your mouth and was just such a pleasant treat. It’s nice and light making it the perfect summer treat yet I can also see our family enjoying this as a dessert on the chilly fall and winter days. I’d say it’s the perfect all season treat. Speaking of family even our 6yr old and 14 month old loved this treat. Plus it’s peanut free and gluten free. It’s also made by Chapman’s so it’s a 100% Canadian Company. As an added bonus if you’re interested in trying it they have a $4 off coupon on their website, you can also use their website to locate products and the stores in your area that sell these products. Making it so easy to shop.
Top 10 reasons to try Chapman’s Cherry Peach Passion Sorbet
1. It’s delicious
2. It’s peanut free
3. Gluten Free
4. Made by a 100% Canadian Company
5. They have a coupon on their website
6. You can sign up for their newsletter and get special offers an discounts
7. There’s also a section on their website called product finder where you can pick an item, type in your location and they’ll provide you with the stores that sell this item around you
8. It’s a delightful and refreshing treat for the summer, yet also a wonderful dessert for a chilly day. You could call it a year round dessert.
9. Chapman’s is a well known brand with so many different products and flavours to choose from. There’s something for everyone at Chapman’s
10. It’s a perfect treat for the whole family. In fact I’ll be posting some pics of Brie bear trying it in my next post. She loved it!! In fact she tried getting her hands on the whole container
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DAP Eclipse® Rapid Wall Repair Patch
I was so excited to try this product and had really hoped it would turn out better than it did. We recently moved a large workout machine from our basement and while trying to move it we made quite a few holes and punctures in our walls. I was tire... +
I was so excited to try this product and had really hoped it would turn out better than it did. We recently moved a large workout machine from our basement and while trying to move it we made quite a few holes and punctures in our walls. I was tire ms of looking at these holes so I thought this item would be just what I needed. I took on this project without telling my husband, thinking I would either be a hero or on the other hand never hear the end of it if I made it worse. I will admit it was a super easy process as long as you follow the instructions. It also comes in various sizes to match any size of puncture. Also make sure you have your paint on hand and ready to go because you need it to complete the repair with the patch. Although it was a pain having to paint over the patch so many times. I also feel as though it isn’t very secure, when I poke at the patch it’s not very sturdy. All that being said when I was done you could still see the patch. This might work for somebody in a hurry to fill a hole but if you have the time I’d recommend fixing the hole the old fashioned way. Or perhaps a professional might do the repair job with this patch better then I did.
Pros:
Simple to use
Only need 3 materials to finish the job
It’s quick
If you don’t have spackle and the other items usually needed to fix a hole this is a great solution
Comes in various sizes for all sizes of punctures
Cons:
You can still see the outline of the patch when your done even after we did 4 coats of paint.
The fact that you have to paint over it so many times
You must have paint on hand and ready to go to do this patch job.
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Peace Out Dark Spots Serum
Originally I was so excited to try this serum, I’ve been wanting to make my age spots and other dark spots disappear but after a week still have not seen a difference in my skin. To be honest I’m not a fan of the smell, it’s very strong... +
Originally I was so excited to try this serum, I’ve been wanting to make my age spots and other dark spots disappear but after a week still have not seen a difference in my skin.
To be honest I’m not a fan of the smell, it’s very strong and unpleasant and it lingers afterwards. After around 4 days I got use to the smell but I still don’t particularly like the smell.
This Serum went on smooth and easily. A little went a long way and absorbed into my skin very quickly. Not sure if it’s in my head but my skin kind of feels like it’s tingling after each use. In a way it kind of stings.
After a full week of use I haven’t seen a difference in my dark spots yet but I’m willing to keep trying.
I have cut down use to only once a day and only applying to the areas where I have dark spots to work on though. I don’t have sensitive skin whatsoever but after 2 days of use I started getting these odd little breakouts and redness around my nose and on my chin.
So it’s not my cup of tea, but it could be yours. Always give something a try yourself because everyone is different.
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COVERGIRL LashBlast Clean Volume Mascara
The COVERGIRL Lash Blast Clean Volume Mascara was surprisingly awesome. When I first applied this mascara it went on easy and immediately lengthened my lashes. I’m talking it looked like I had falsies on without feeling like I had falsies on and... +
The COVERGIRL Lash Blast Clean Volume Mascara was surprisingly awesome. When I first applied this mascara it went on easy and immediately lengthened my lashes. I’m talking it looked like I had falsies on without feeling like I had falsies on and with just 1 coat! I’ve also worn this mascara alone on days where I don’t feel like doing a full beauty routine and it does a fab job of making me feel pretty all on its own. It lasted all day and felt so light. I also didn’t experience any stinging in my eyes which sometimes happens with other mascaras. Plus it didn’t flake off by the end of day, which is definitely a win because I detest when mascara flakes. The one thing I did notice is not to put more than 2 coats on though. 2 coats will give you dramatic length and great volume without smudging or clumping. However there was one day where I decided to go for 3 coats and this got messy, clumpy and some of my lashes started sticking together. So don’t attempt too many coats and you’ll love it! It’s also a great addition to a clean beauty routine because it’s 100% vegan, cruelty free and formulated without harsh chemicals. Oh and one more bonus is it’s infused with argan and marula oils so it leaves your lashes feeling conditioned. -
COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Nourishing Skin Milk Foundation
The COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Nourishing Skin Milk Foundation is perfect if your looking for a clean beauty routine. It’s 100% vegan and cruelty free. Plus it only contains clean ingredients hence its name clean and fresh. It doesn’t contain any... +
The COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Nourishing Skin Milk Foundation is perfect if your looking for a clean beauty routine. It’s 100% vegan and cruelty free. Plus it only contains clean ingredients hence its name clean and fresh. It doesn’t contain any chemicals such as formaldehyde’s, parabens or talc.
It went on very smoothly and didn’t absorb into my brush like some foundations can. A little foundation added up to a lot of coverage so I really feel like a tube of this foundation would last you quite some time. Just be careful, when I first twisted the cap off a ton poured out on me. Not sure if I squeezed too hard or if there was pressure inside the bottle. As I applied this foundation it felt light and nice on my skin. It didn’t feel like I was wearing any foundation which I love. My skin is slowly starting to age and this foundation flowed over my skin perfectly and didn’t put any emphasis on my fine lines. In fact it helped hide my fine lines. Making me think this foundation would be great for all skin ages. Its supposed to blur imperfections and even out skin tones and it did just that for me. I tend to have dry skin and the moisturizing formula helped hydrate my skin and gave it a glowy look. A bonus is that it made my skin feel moisturized without feeling sticky and wet. It lasted all day and I wasn’t in a hurry to wash it off by the end of the day because it was so light I forgot I was wearing make-up. I was also able to build upon this foundation by adding the Clean and Fresh Hydrating Concealer and Pressed Powder. The trio work fabulously together. Overall I was quite impressed. I can wear this foundation alone and it still does a fabulous job of covering imperfections.
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COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Hydrating Concealer
The COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Hydrating Concealer worked wonderfully at covering the redness around my nose, darkness under my eyes and a couple blemishes on my chin. It blended nicely over my Clean and Fresh Nourishing Skin Milk foundation. The two... +
The COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Hydrating Concealer worked wonderfully at covering the redness around my nose, darkness under my eyes and a couple blemishes on my chin. It blended nicely over my Clean and Fresh Nourishing Skin Milk foundation. The two work great together. I used my fingers to apply and feel like it might work even better if using a concealer brush, however you wish to apply will work though. Once it dried the concealer was very light and breathable, it looked very natural and I even forgot I had it on. It will also work for everyone of any age. My skin is slowly aging and I found that it didn’t get stuck in my fine lines it helped to reduce them. The hydrating formula is also great for my dry skin. The tube does come with an applicator wand but I never use those on my face I feel like it spreads germs from my face back into the tube. I’ve also used this concealer a few times on it own when I don’t feel like doing a whole face of make-up. I’ve just applied it to cover my problem spots that I mentioned at the start of this review and blended it into my natural skin and this works pretty good. Although using a brush when doing it this way works better than just your fingers alone. Like the other products in the Clean Fresh line it’s 100% vegan, cruelty free and doesn’t contain any harsh chemicals. Making this a perfect tool for a clean beauty routine. -
COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Healthy Look Pressed Powder
A neat thing about the COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Healthy Look Pressed Powder is that even the cute little powder puff that comes with it is vegan. The powder is vegan, cruelty free and made with fresh clean ingredients. It’s a talc free powder which... +
A neat thing about the COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Healthy Look Pressed Powder is that even the cute little powder puff that comes with it is vegan. The powder is vegan, cruelty free and made with fresh clean ingredients. It’s a talc free powder which is pretty neat. It’s formulated with Aloe Vera and tapioca to absorb oil and control shine. It was a nice finishing product applied over the COVERGIRL Clean & Fresh Foundation and Concealer. When I first opened the compact the powder looked white so I was a little hesitant but then once it was on the puff and my skin the true colour showed. It was long lasting and didn’t dry out my skin like some powders can. Although I did find in some spots it did tend to cake slightly in some of my deeper fine lines. With a few swipes of the puff I fixed it quickly. It’s not often I can find a powder that doesn’t emphasize fine lines and this one doesn’t. It also didn’t emphasize problem spots such as blemishes or redness around my nose. It helped hide these well. It’s great for blurring imperfections as well. Overall I was impressed. I do wish that I didn’t have to store my puff on top of the powder though. I like it when the compact comes with a hidden little spot to store the puff. -
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