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Neutrogena Bright Boost Resurfacing Micro Polish
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to test out this product for free. I typically exfoliate three times a week, so that's what I did with this product. When I first tried it out, it felt exactly like the Dr. Brandt... +
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to test out this product for free. I typically exfoliate three times a week, so that's what I did with this product. When I first tried it out, it felt exactly like the Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Exfoliant. I had received a free sample of that from Sephora and loved it, but couldn't stomach the ridiculous price tag. So I'm very happy that I had the chance to discover this product! I could literally buy 9 of these for the price of 1 Dr Brandt...I'll stick to Neutrogena!
The product itself has a very fine grit. Some exfoliants with a larger grit really irritate my skin and leave lingering redness. The Neutrogena Micro Polish is very gentle and would likely be a great exfoliant for those with sensitive skin. I don't think I noticed any 'brightening' effects per se, but I noticed a huge difference in the texture of my skin. I was having big issues with texture around my chin and on my temples. After using this for a week, in combination with the other products in the Bright Boost line, my skin is so smooth to the touch. My regular exfoliant couldn't tackle it, but this one sure did!
Overall, I really love this product and will definitely purchase when it runs out. It doesn't irritate my skin, it didn't break me out, and it improved the texture of my skin. It's everything I could ever want out of a physical exfoliant. I did notice a bit of a fragrance when I first used it, but I've gotten used to it. The scent is mild so shouldn't be an issue unless your skin reacts to fragrance. I highly recommend!
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Riversol Lightweight Moisturizing Lotion
This is hands down the worst lotion I've ever used. I received a free sample and I'm glad I did instead of wasting my money on this product. The instructions on the package say to use a pea sized amount, so I did. My skin felt so tight and... +
This is hands down the worst lotion I've ever used. I received a free sample and I'm glad I did instead of wasting my money on this product. The instructions on the package say to use a pea sized amount, so I did. My skin felt so tight and dehydrated I had to add another lotion on top. Online the instructions say to use a dime sized amount, so I did. It goes on like Elmer glue. It leaves white residue/streaks/cast all over your face and doesn't absorb AT ALL. It just kind of sits there and disappears over time as it dries. Your skin feels tight because it sits on top of the skin instead of sinking into it. I have very oily skin and this is way too 'lightweight' for me. It feels like I constantly have a clay mask on my face. It's uncomfortable and not hydrating in the slightest. Terrible product. -
Clinique High Impact Mascara
I got a deluxe sample of this mascara from Sephora and was super excited to try it out. The first thing that I absolutely love about it is the brush! I'm 100% washing and keeping the brush for future use. It separates my lashes better than any brush... +
I got a deluxe sample of this mascara from Sephora and was super excited to try it out. The first thing that I absolutely love about it is the brush! I'm 100% washing and keeping the brush for future use. It separates my lashes better than any brush I've ever used before. It feels really gentle on my lash line and easily moves the product from length to tip. It's a nice dense brush and feels excellent quality. The only thing I don't like about this product is that the formula makes my lashes fall (it doesn't hold my curl). That's probably just due to my lash-type, but if it did hold a curl it would be the perfect product. The formula itself is nice -- it evenly coats the lashes, no clumps, doesn't have a strong smell to it like some other mascaras I've used. Overall, it's a decent product. I won't buy it again because the formula makes my lashes fall and stick straight out. Other than that it seems like a nice formula with an excellent brush. -
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Body Gel Cream
I received a sample of this in the mail to try out. I have oily skin and use a gel moisturizer for my face, so I was interested in seeing how a gel moisturizer would work on my body. When I first applied it I felt like it had a cooling sensation... +
I received a sample of this in the mail to try out. I have oily skin and use a gel moisturizer for my face, so I was interested in seeing how a gel moisturizer would work on my body.
When I first applied it I felt like it had a cooling sensation. But the biggest thing for me about this lotion is how fast it absorbs. I usually use Nivea body lotion and find that I have to wait around a bit for it to fully absorb. But this product felt like my skin soaked it up instantly. It didn't feel sticky or like it left a film on my skin. It made my skin soft to the touch probably within seconds of application. I think this will be my new body lotion from now on! I'll definitely be purchasing once all my other lotions are used up.
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Reese Outrageous Extravagant
I recently received a sample of this bar in the mail. I LOVE Reese's peanut butter cups and pieces, so adding that with caramel sounded like a dream come true. And it was. Seeing that it's a peanut butter caramel bar, with Reese's pieces, I was... +
I recently received a sample of this bar in the mail. I LOVE Reese's peanut butter cups and pieces, so adding that with caramel sounded like a dream come true. And it was.
Seeing that it's a peanut butter caramel bar, with Reese's pieces, I was afraid that it would be overly sweet. I didn't find it overwhelming. It had the perfect balance between sweet and salty peanut butter. The Reese's pieces added a nice textural quality to the bar. At 200 calories, I don't think this bar does too much damage at all. It's a nice treat to have once in a while.
Overall I'm a big fan of this bar. It isn't overly sugary sweet, and it isn't a punch of peanut butter in your face. It's a nice balance between caramel and peanut butter, with a good crunch of Reese's pieces. I didn't feel ill after eating it like I do after some other chocolate bars. And at 200 calories I don't find it to be a 'bad' dessert at all. :)
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NYX Slide On Glide On Waterproof Eyeliner
As a faithful user of gel eyeliners, I was curious to try out a waterproof eyeliner pencil. I never had success in the past with pencils -- they would always fade throughout the day or smudge too easily. This liner is not at all like that and really... +
As a faithful user of gel eyeliners, I was curious to try out a waterproof eyeliner pencil. I never had success in the past with pencils -- they would always fade throughout the day or smudge too easily. This liner is not at all like that and really surprised me! It goes on smooth, creamy, and can easily be smudged out into a wing. It kind of reminds me of my gel liner but in a pencil form! After it sets it doesn't budge! I put it on in the morning (8 am) and it's still a rich colour by the time I wash it off in the evening (6-ish pm). I purchased the colour Brown Perfection and it's a beautiful deep, rich brown. It looks fantastic with my hazel eyes and seems to bring out the green a bit more. I really love this product and the fact that it doesn't smudge on my oily eyelids! I think I may have to transition from my gel liner to this one! Highly recommend. -
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner
I was really underwhelmed after using this product and am really disappointed. I've heard people rave about this liner for a long time and I was excited to try it. But once I started using it I found it really finicky. It didn't draw a clean line --... +
I was really underwhelmed after using this product and am really disappointed. I've heard people rave about this liner for a long time and I was excited to try it. But once I started using it I found it really finicky. It didn't draw a clean line -- it seemed like it was skipping in places. I would try going over it multiple times but it was like it wouldn't draw on my lid. I applied it without any primer or powder, so it's not like the product was reacting or interfering with another. Also, the second time I started using it, the felt(?) part started flaking and crumbling. I don't know if I received a bad/old one, but I wasn't expecting that. One thing I can remark is how black it is. It's jet black and doesn't fade throughout the day. It's also not waterproof. I can easily rub it off my eyes with my finger. Overall, super disappointed because of the hype and the price. There are better, cheaper alternatives or just use a gel liner. -
Vichy Normaderm Anti-Acne Purifying Gel Cleanser
The day after I used this cleanser for the first time, large, inflamed, under-the-skin pimples completely disappeared. Like, COMPLETELY. I was searching for cleansers that would be more gentle on my skin than typical salicylic acid washes. I had... +
The day after I used this cleanser for the first time, large, inflamed, under-the-skin pimples completely disappeared.
Like, COMPLETELY.
I was searching for cleansers that would be more gentle on my skin than typical salicylic acid washes. I had been having issues with them drying out my nose and forehead, but also breaking out from trying a different lotion. Within a few days of use all my issues disappeared.
This gel has a great scent, and I'm usually not a fan of scented products. It feels really refreshing on your skin and it doesn't feel like it's stripping your skin at all. It's made my skin really smooth to the touch. I'm a huge fan of this and will continue to repurchase!
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Vichy Normaderm Corrective Anti-Acne Treatment 24h Hydrating Lotion
I'm always a little nervous trying out new lotions since I have oily, acne prone skin. But I'm really happy that this one didn't clog pores or break me out! I actually found after using this for a few days that my skin became really even. Sometimes... +
I'm always a little nervous trying out new lotions since I have oily, acne prone skin. But I'm really happy that this one didn't clog pores or break me out!
I actually found after using this for a few days that my skin became really even. Sometimes I deal with blotchiness if products don't agree with my skin, but that completely disappeared when I started using this lotion. I was actually confident enough to leave my house without foundation and concealer, which hasn't happened since I developed adult acne.
I find that this lotion mattifies my skin really well. Most lotions with that claim aren't effective and I have to blot after about 4 hours. But all day long this lotion keeps my skin hydrated and matte. The only issue I have with this lotion is that it does tend to leave white streaks on my face. I massage in until I can't feel it anymore, and these streaks still happen. I really don't care because you have to be super close to see, because I love this lotion so much!
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Cover FX Power Play Foundation
This has become my new go-to foundation in the summer time. Every foundation I used in the past just couldn't hold up in the heat and humidity of southern Ontario. I had heard about this one being 'sweatproof' and boy, is it true! This foundation... +
This has become my new go-to foundation in the summer time. Every foundation I used in the past just couldn't hold up in the heat and humidity of southern Ontario. I had heard about this one being 'sweatproof' and boy, is it true! This foundation holds up so well after hours of wear. Every foundation I've ever worn breaks up after about 6 hours, but this one looks perfect even after 10 hours of wear. I have super oily skin so it works perfectly for me, and remains mattified throughout the day -- I don't even have to blot!
My only problem is that it dries down almost instantaneously. You really have to work fast with this stuff -- don't dot it all over your face thinking you will be able to blend it out! I work a section as a time, blending with my fingers. I find that it doesn't layer super well and sometimes has a tendency to pill off if you try too many times. But overall I absolutely love this stuff and don't mind the quick dry down time. I don't think this would look great on dry skin as I think it'd suck any oil or moisture out of it, but perfect for oily!
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