n2n_31
Member Since: December 2, 2009Reviews
Neutrogena Skin ID
I have been suffering from acne my whole life - so, I've been trying to find effective products for several years now. I find that Proactiv works well, but it costs too much, particularly for my student budget. I recently reviewed several Body... +
I have been suffering from acne my whole life - so, I've been trying to find effective products for several years now. I find that Proactiv works well, but it costs too much, particularly for my student budget. I recently reviewed several Body Shop Tea Tree Oil products and found that they worked, but the combined products' prices were still putting a dent in my pocket. Then I came across this product: Neutrogena skin ID. You may recall seeing the TV ad with Hayden Panettiere. It's an acne treatment system that is completely customized for you. You can order this product line either through their website or by calling their toll-free number. I ordered this product via their website for the price of $49.99 (including taxes and s/h, it came to a total of $63.82 - it came with a complimentary bag and spot treatment).
When you first go to the skin ID website, they will ask you to answer a short questionnaire, to get an idea of what type of acne you suffer from, as well as various other questions involving your lifestyle and stress level. Based on your responses to the questions, they will recommend 3 different products for you to use. These 3 products will make up your unique acne treatment system.
I have been using the Neutrogena skin ID for about 5 weeks now, and have noticed a vast improvement in my skin. The change did not occur over night - so, if you start using this product, don't expect to see a change immediately. It took about a week and a half before I started to notice some improvement - and at week 5, my skin has cleared up immensely. I did notice that my skin was feeling a little dry after week 3, but it is normal and can be remedied with any oil-free moisturizer. At week 5 now, the dryness is no longer a problem, and my skin is glowing. The results are comparable to that of Proactiv, at the fraction of the cost (at the mall, the Proactiv trio set costs nearly $100 here - the repairing lotion over $30 alone).
I also like that they have a dermatologist support link on the Neutrogena skin ID website, so, if you have any questions, you'll get specific answers - not just general responses.
The price of this product is the cheapest I've come across, and it is highly effective. I will be using this product for a while to come.
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Maybelline New York Eye Studio Eyeshadow Quad
Like many of the reviewers here, I also received the Maybelline New York EyeStudio Eyeshadow Quad in the mail, courtesy of ChickAdvisor and the Product Review Club. I received two quad sets: "Green With Envy" and "Taupe Temptress". I absolutely... +
Like many of the reviewers here, I also received the Maybelline New York EyeStudio Eyeshadow Quad in the mail, courtesy of ChickAdvisor and the Product Review Club. I received two quad sets: "Green With Envy" and "Taupe Temptress".
I absolutely love these eyeshadows! They go on very smoothly - quite silky. The colours are so vibrant and shimmery. The shimmer of these eyeshadows is similar to the quality of the Lise Watier eyeshadows - but for much less money. The more you apply, the more shimmer and density/pigmentation you'll get. The first time I wore this eyeshadow (I wore the colours from the "Taupe Temptress" set), I wore it to work. We are not supposed to wear bright colours where I work, so, a single brush/coat of the colours from "Taupe Temptress" were perfect! I still got the shimmer, without the brightness/high pigmentation. Later that night, I added another coat to what I was already wearing for an evening look - I got more pigmentation and even more shimmer! It was a perfect evening look! I found that I preferred to wear the colours from "Green With Envy" outside of work - only because the colours are brighter (and I love to wear the brighter, more vibrant colours outside of work!)
These shadows are especially great for those of us who like that extra shimmer/sparkle. The colours last all day, without creasing. They are suitable for both a day/work look, and an evening look. I find that it takes a couple of more coats to get a higher pigmentation and more vibrant look, but I absolutely love the sparkles! It is definitely one of my favourite shadows from Maybelline. I really like that these sets come in quads, so it gives you room to play around with the colours. I even mix and match between the quads! I will definitely be going out and getting a few of the other quads!
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The Body Shop Tea Tree Night Lotion
I have been suffering from mild acne for a few years now - it sort of comes and goes - particularly when I'm overly stressed out. I have tried multiple products - including Proactiv - which works great for my skin, but not so much for my student... +
I have been suffering from mild acne for a few years now - it sort of comes and goes - particularly when I'm overly stressed out. I have tried multiple products - including Proactiv - which works great for my skin, but not so much for my student budget! So, I set forth to try and find a product that would cost less than Proactiv, but work just as effectively.
My sister had purchased a Tea Tree Foaming Face Cleanser from The Body Shop several months back, and I tried using it. To my amazement, it started to clear up my acne. A week later, I went to The Body Shop myself and purchased several items from the Tea Tree line. I purchased six items in total (which cost me about $80 CDN, which is still much cheaper than buying 2-3 smaller items from the Proactiv line).
The Tea Tree Night Lotion was one of the six products I had purchased. I used it every night for about a week, and started to notice results just after a week! The Tea Tree Night Lotion was comparable to the pricier Proactiv Repairing Night Lotion! It has been just as effective for me, and at less than a fraction of the cost! The only con is that I don't care for the smell too much - but the scent fades away after a few minutes...and besides, it does leave my skin a lot clearer....so, I will not complain too much!
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COVERGIRL Exact Eye Brightening EyeLights Mascara
I have been using the Covergirl Exact Eyelights Mascara (for brown eyes) for about six months now. I absolutely love this product! The applicator is smaller than most, which makes it much easier to apply the mascara. I especially like that this... +
I have been using the Covergirl Exact Eyelights Mascara (for brown eyes) for about six months now. I absolutely love this product! The applicator is smaller than most, which makes it much easier to apply the mascara. I especially like that this particular mascara does not leave any clumps. I had a co-worker ask me a few days ago which mascara I wear because she thought I was wearing false lashes - she said there were no clumps on my lashes.
I have used the non-waterproof and waterproof one, and I find they both go on slightly different. The waterproof is great to wear to work, where it is quite warm - and there's risk of my make-up melting off, lol...but this mascara stays put the entire day. It comes off easily with eye make-up remover. The non-waterproof version is great, as well - and is a lot easier to remove.
I agree with some of the other reviewers in that this mascara does not really make your eyes "pop" like its ads claim it does - but then again, most commercials (i.e. for mascara) use computer technology to enhance the eyes of the models/actresses in the ad. Despite this, this particular product has some great qualities that I genuinely appreciate and recommend to other women alike!
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Luna Twilight Femme Fatale Lip Gloss in Surrender
Twilight has now taken over the cosmetic market with their new line of make-up. I recently purchased one of their new lip glosses - the Luna Twilight Femme Fatale Lip Gloss in Surrender. The colour is absolutely GORGEOUS! I fell in love with the... +
Twilight has now taken over the cosmetic market with their new line of make-up. I recently purchased one of their new lip glosses - the Luna Twilight Femme Fatale Lip Gloss in Surrender. The colour is absolutely GORGEOUS! I fell in love with the colour the moment I saw it! The nice thing about this gloss is that it goes on the same colour as it looks in the bottle - it does not go on lighter or darker on your lips. The gloss has a nice sweet and soothing smell to it, as well. My only qualm with this product is that it's a bit thick and sticky...especially when you first put it on - or if you apply more than one coat. If you stick to one coat, it will go on smoothly. Thus, to summarize:
Pros:
- nice colours
- sweet smell
Cons:
- a bit thick and sticky
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Lindt Pistachio Chocolate Bar
I absolutely LOVE Lindt chocolates...they are one of my favourite chocolatiers. Thus, when I saw a Lindt Pistachio chocolate bar on the store shelf a couple of days ago, I was immediately intrigued by the concept. It is milk chocolate filled with... +
I absolutely LOVE Lindt chocolates...they are one of my favourite chocolatiers. Thus, when I saw a Lindt Pistachio chocolate bar on the store shelf a couple of days ago, I was immediately intrigued by the concept. It is milk chocolate filled with almond creme with pieces of pistachios in the centre...a combination that sounds delicious for a nut lover like me! Unfortunately, I was greatly disappointed by this chocolate bar. The flavour most certainly did not please my palette. The flavour in the centre is overly sweet, yet bland (it's a bit difficult to describe in text)...and one is left wanting more of the chocolate on top and none of what's at the centre of the bar. -
Fusion Beauty LipFusion XL Lip Gloss
Though it's a little pricey, as far as lip plumpers go, this is the best in its class. It plumps your lips up noticeably and instantaneously! It does not leave a sticky feeling on your lips. Other lip plumpers just leave a stinging sensation on... +
Though it's a little pricey, as far as lip plumpers go, this is the best in its class. It plumps your lips up noticeably and instantaneously! It does not leave a sticky feeling on your lips. Other lip plumpers just leave a stinging sensation on your lips without really giving you noticeable results. If you're willing to pay the price, this is the plumper to go with. -
Vaseline Sheer Infusion Body Lotion
I received this lotion in the mail, courtesy of ChickAdvisor! I absolutely love it! It goes on smoothly, and doesn't leave a sticky residue. My skin feels softer. It does have a perfume scent, but I love the smell! I keep smelling my arm, lol!
I received this lotion in the mail, courtesy of ChickAdvisor! I absolutely love it! It goes on smoothly, and doesn't leave a sticky residue. My skin feels softer. It does have a perfume scent, but I love the smell! I keep smelling my arm, lol! -
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