leanneobyrne
Member Since: June 13, 2014Reviews
Revlon Pro Collection One Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer
So these things were impossible to get ahold of. Apparently everyone wanted one and they were sold out across NA. When I finally got my hands on one, I was SO happy I waited and didn’t go with an alternative. I’ve never been one to be... +
So these things were impossible to get ahold of. Apparently everyone wanted one and they were sold out across NA. When I finally got my hands on one, I was SO happy I waited and didn’t go with an alternative.
I’ve never been one to be coordinated enough to use a brush AND blow dryer at the same time, so this thing has been a godsend for my volumeless hair. There’s a little bit of a learning curve, but watching a ton of YouTube videos really helped me get the technique down, so I highly recommend doing that if you’re a beginner at this. This also works best on hair that is not dripping wet (which is horrible for your hair anyways), I let my hair dry around 50% before using this.
At $50-60, this thing is a steal. I haven’t touched my flat iron since I got it, which was just not a thing I could do in the past with my frizzy kinda curly hair. My hair is dried and smoothed with just one tool. I haven’t had a chance to use it yet, but this has been compared to the Dyson Airwrap, with many preferring the Revlon.
The absolute only issue I’ve noticed with this is that if you have any metal jewelry in your ears, and have the brush on the hottest setting, be careful because it heats any metal up really fast! I saw a girl get a bit burned by her necklace in a YouTube video for the same reason. But aside from that, I have no issues at all, and will literally never go back to my old ways of styling ever again.
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Klorane Mango Butter mask
I purchased this mask because I needed a very heavy deep conditioning mask after a slightly drying hair treatment I was going to do. It’s loaded with mango butter and smells phenomenal, think the body shop mango body butter type scent. In the... +
I purchased this mask because I needed a very heavy deep conditioning mask after a slightly drying hair treatment I was going to do. It’s loaded with mango butter and smells phenomenal, think the body shop mango body butter type scent.
In the instructions, you can use this for 5 minutes, or wrap your head for 20 for a more deep conditioning treatment. I loved the way this made my hair smell and feel. Highly recommend!
This mask retails for $26USD, which is why it got a slightly lesser rating. I did find these on clearance at Shoppers drug mart though!
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Vichy Idéalia Radiance Activating Night Peeling Care
I received this product for free from Chickadvisor in exchange for my honest review! I absolutely loved this peel! It's gentle but effective, never burns but I can feel it working by the slight tingle. It also smells really nice! My skin is always... +
I received this product for free from Chickadvisor in exchange for my honest review!
I absolutely loved this peel! It's gentle but effective, never burns but I can feel it working by the slight tingle. It also smells really nice! My skin is always so soft every morning. You may notice a few flakies in the initial weeks upon using it, but it goes away.
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dickinson's witch hazel pore perfecting toner
Very affordable, easy to use toner that helps keeps skin blemish free and definitely helps get rid of existing zits quickly! Has a bit of a weird smell, which is why I often prefer to get the kind with rose water in it as well, but it’s definitely... +
Very affordable, easy to use toner that helps keeps skin blemish free and definitely helps get rid of existing zits quickly! Has a bit of a weird smell, which is why I often prefer to get the kind with rose water in it as well, but it’s definitely tolerable. I just squirt a bit on a plain cotton pad and swipe over my face after cleansing to make sure there’s no stray makeup. -
Herbivore Prism Exfoliating Glow Potion
Just as the title says, it’s a very mild but effective facial peel. You apply just a few drops, no need to wash off, as it’s quite gentle. You may experience a tiny bit of tingling. I have moderately sensitive skin and didn’t experience... +
Just as the title says, it’s a very mild but effective facial peel. You apply just a few drops, no need to wash off, as it’s quite gentle. You may experience a tiny bit of tingling. I have moderately sensitive skin and didn’t experience anything. I use this several nights a week before bed. When I wash my face in the morning it’s VERY soft. I love adding a few drops of Lapis or Orchid oil after applying this for extra moisture. It’s also worth mentioning that the bottle and packaging is so pretty! -
Herbivore Jasmine Green Tea Balancing Toner
This toner was such a miss for me. It came in a kit of Herbivore minis and I was so excited to try it! The bottle and packaging is so beautiful I figured it had to be amazing. I noticed the cloying old lady smell first. I attribute that to the... +
This toner was such a miss for me. It came in a kit of Herbivore minis and I was so excited to try it! The bottle and packaging is so beautiful I figured it had to be amazing. I noticed the cloying old lady smell first. I attribute that to the jasmine. It also made my skin feel like it had a sticky residue on it. Then there’s the price. $49 for a little bottle of smelly witch hazel is a pass for me. First and hopefully last Herbivore product I don’t like, because I’m SUCH a huge fan! -
Herbivore Lapis Oil Balancing Facial Oil 1.7oz
I’ve got mild rosacea, but also oily, flaky, congested, acne prone skin, it’s pretty bad. I was immediately put off by the smell of this oil, but I’m also trying to get away from synthetic fragrance oils due to allergies, so I’m cool with it... +
I’ve got mild rosacea, but also oily, flaky, congested, acne prone skin, it’s pretty bad. I was immediately put off by the smell of this oil, but I’m also trying to get away from synthetic fragrance oils due to allergies, so I’m cool with it (it fades pretty quick). It’s like a weird herbal, medicinal smell, but whatever. I apply this before bed every night, only a few drops needed. $100 for a bottle of facial oil may seem like a lot, but when you’re using 3 drops for your entire face, the bottle will last forever! In the morning, my skin is hydrated, plumped up and healthy looking. I’ve been using it in conjunction with the blue tansy mask and my skin has never looked better! The flakiness is gone, the oiliness is very much under control now. Any zits I had are completely gone and I haven’t gotten any new ones. Please never discontinue this oil! -
Herbivore Blue Tansy AHA + BHA Resurfacing Clarity Mask
I’ve got mild rosacea, but also combination skin that can be oily and flaky at the same time. My pores also tend to get congested which is super awesome. I got this mask in a lot of Herbivore minis and have been very impressed. A little goes a... +
I’ve got mild rosacea, but also combination skin that can be oily and flaky at the same time. My pores also tend to get congested which is super awesome. I got this mask in a lot of Herbivore minis and have been very impressed. A little goes a long way, so even though this mask is really expensive, it’ll also last you a long time. It smells and looks a little weird, but I find it’s pretty gentle on my skin and leaves it so soft and clear looking afterwards. My redness has improved slightly, but I think I may need to use this longer to see bigger results. The colour may degrade a little from a turquoise blue to a greenish colour, but it still works all the same. I’ll be buying the full sized once I run out -
Lush Kalamazoo Cleanser
My boyfriend recently got a really generous sample of this in the Lush store and has been using it for about a month, and cannot stop raving about it! He’s by no means into skincare or beauty products, but he does take care of his beard and is... +
My boyfriend recently got a really generous sample of this in the Lush store and has been using it for about a month, and cannot stop raving about it! He’s by no means into skincare or beauty products, but he does take care of his beard and is absolutely obsessed with this cleanser. The pineapple enzymes really help keep any flakies at bay, and his beard is always very soft and smelling great after using this. -
LUSH Brightside Bubble Bar
I was always strictly a comforter girl, until I decided to try something a little different that would go with my bath bomb better. I love this one so much more! It’s fresh and citrusy, smells amazing, and turns the tub a pretty orangey colour!... +
I was always strictly a comforter girl, until I decided to try something a little different that would go with my bath bomb better. I love this one so much more! It’s fresh and citrusy, smells amazing, and turns the tub a pretty orangey colour! They ARE expensive, but you can break these into pieces and use maybe 1/4 at a time for a huge amount of bubbles and scent :) -
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