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Biore Charcoal Acne Scrub
I've been using the Biore unclogging scrub for almost 10 years, so I decided to venture out and try the charcoal version. I actually prefer this version over the other! The scent smells like a combination of mint, citrus, and men's deodorant (maybe... +
I've been using the Biore unclogging scrub for almost 10 years, so I decided to venture out and try the charcoal version. I actually prefer this version over the other! The scent smells like a combination of mint, citrus, and men's deodorant (maybe not everyone's cup of tea -- but I love it!). It's a thick, gel like scrub that feels cooling on the skin. It foams/lathers very well. The scrub itself is really effective too. When I started using this product I had rough, clogged pores on my chin and within a week my chin and forehead were very smooth. I feel like this is really gentle on my skin, especially because it contains 1% salicylic acid. I have oily, acne prone skin that is under control, and this is perfect for me. It doesn't dry out or irritate my skin, plus I think the charcoal will be great at absorbing excess oil in the summer! -
Belif The True Cream Moisturizing Bomb
I received a sample of this product in the mail to try. I currently use a gel moisturizer for oily skin, so I had high hopes for this product. I do have acne prone skin but it's under control with a few pimples here or there when I'm hormonal. This... +
I received a sample of this product in the mail to try. I currently use a gel moisturizer for oily skin, so I had high hopes for this product. I do have acne prone skin but it's under control with a few pimples here or there when I'm hormonal. This product broke out my skin terribly. I began getting little clogged pores all over my face and micro-pustules. It made my skin extremely rough and red. It felt nice on the skin and cooling, but unfortunately it did not agree with my skin, clogged my pores, and has taken weeks for my skin to recover. I don't have any known allergies so I don't know what exactly in this product disagreed with my skin. -
AVEENO Cracked Skin Relief CICA Balm
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try this balm out for free! I suffer from eczema, chilblains (in the winter), and very dry hands in the winter. Typically I go through bottles of hand lotion because I need to reapply it... +
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try this balm out for free!
I suffer from eczema, chilblains (in the winter), and very dry hands in the winter. Typically I go through bottles of hand lotion because I need to reapply it often throughout the day. My problem areas are generally my hands and one stubborn eczema patch.
First of all, the tub of this is huge! The product itself is a very thick balm -- almost a cross between vaseline and lotion. A very small amount goes a very long way. Even though this product is pretty pricey, I've barely made a dent and I've been using it multiple times a day after handwashing.
I was very shocked at how well this product worked. I'm used to my hands getting extremely dry every time I wash them, and even need to reapply lotion often throughout the day. The first day I used this product I noticed a very big difference. After washing my hands, they still felt soft and hydrated -- not something I'm used to! And after using this balm consistently my hands are super soft and aren't cracking.
The balm itself is very thick and when applied feels a bit heavy like vaseline, but it does soak in completely and just leaves your hands feeling smooth. I even used this product on a stubborn dry patch that even vaseline couldn't handle. With vaseline I have to reapply about every two hours throughout the day. But with this balm I only apply it in the morning, and at night after showering and it has 100% reduced the eczema itch and flakiness.
Overall, I can't believe how effective this product is. I had zero expectations going into this trial and am so shocked at how this has improved the dryness, irritation, and pain associated with my eczema and chilblains. It is an expensive product, but it is so worth it when considering how little product is needed, and when comparing to how many bottles of lotion and vaseline I go through to tackle my skin issues. My skin issues aren't horrible, but I think if you're dealing with any type of serious eczema or dry hands that this product is absolutely worth the cost and a shot!
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AVEENO Cracked Skin Relief CICA Ointment
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to test this product out for free! What I first noticed about this is how convenient it is. It has a plastic tip that kind of looks like a marker that helps distribute the product in hard... +
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to test this product out for free!
What I first noticed about this is how convenient it is. It has a plastic tip that kind of looks like a marker that helps distribute the product in hard to reach places. The tube itself is also small enough that I could easily slip this in my purse for on-the-go care.
As for the product itself, I feel like it's just glorified vaseline. It has the exact same texture, but I find that it doesn't absorb. Most often I would use this on my hands, specifically in the cuticle area. It doesn't matter how much I would try to massage it in the area, for some reason it just would not absorb. It sits on my skin as opposed to sinking in. So unfortunately, I don't find this to be too useful throughout the day.
How I used it after this was primarily at night. I would place the product in and around the cracks in my fingers and slip on a moisture barrier glove at night, and I found that it did significantly soften the cracked, calloused areas. But, I feel like I could get similar results with the glove and regular vaseline.
In the end, I don't think I would recommend this product because it is so pricey. I don't feel like this is more effective than your classic vaseline. The greatest benefit is the unique application. I really like the tube and the plastic applicator. It makes it so much more convenient for use on-the-go, but at the same time the product doesn't absorb well on my skin.
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne-Prone Skin Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
I was fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to test out this product for free. I really enjoyed the light grapefruit smell this product has. I was a bit afraid that it would be overwhelmingly strong, or even dyed a bright shade of pink... +
I was fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to test out this product for free.
I really enjoyed the light grapefruit smell this product has. I was a bit afraid that it would be overwhelmingly strong, or even dyed a bright shade of pink, but fortunately this product is light when it comes to both of those.
The product says to use a dime sized about but I found that I can easily use about half a dime size to effectively wash my entire face. It comes out as a thick cream and really foams up into a nice lather when you add water! It feels really refreshing on the skin, even though it stings a bit for me personally.
My biggest gripe, and reason I rated this so poorly, is that I've broken out since using the product. I do have oily, acne prone skin, but I have my skin under control and never break out unless I'm at certain points in my Cycle. I swapped my usual acne control cleansers out with this product, and since starting the test I've begun breaking out around my nose and upper lip (areas I don't typically break out) and my chin. I was confused because I had assumed the effective element of this cleanser would be salicylic acid, but found that is not included in this product! My skin will absolutely break out unless I use salicylic acid, so I believe that's what happened to me. I may be able to include this grapefruit cleanser in my routine at night when I don't use an SA cleanser, but I'm afraid that it may be too harsh (due to the stinging).
Overall, this product doesn't work for my skin. The cleanser itself doesn't seem to stripe my face too much of its oils, but it does sting a bit. Because of that I'm afraid it may be too harsh to be used in conjunction with a salicylic acid product (whether that be an SA cleanser at another time of the day, or a toner). And other than that, I really don't see any benefits in using this product, or how it would be better for my skin than my current products. The price itself is low in comparison to how much product you need per use -- so I think this bottle would last a pretty long time.
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne-Prone Skin Clay Mask
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try this product for free! First of all, I want to start off by addressing the packaging. When this item arrived, I had assumed it was a sheet mask due to the large packet. When I opened... +
I was very fortunate to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try this product for free!
First of all, I want to start off by addressing the packaging. When this item arrived, I had assumed it was a sheet mask due to the large packet. When I opened it I was surprised to find that the packet was just filled with the clay mask! It's marketed as a 'single use' packet/item, but there's enough product in the packet to use at least three or four times (I've used it twice already and still have half the packet left). I really don't like the idea of having the packet because the leftover product will dry up. It would be much more convenient and less messy if it were a tube. Plus, the packet just seems too large for the amount of product inside -- it seems a bit wasteful.
As for the product itself, I'd describe it as a thick cream consistency in a Pepto-pink colour. It has a faint grapefruit scent that isn't super present unless you're trying to find it (if that makes sense). It's very easy to spread on the face and easy to get a good layer. The mask leaves a cooling sensation as it dries. I also appreciate that this isn't one of those clay masks (like I've tried before) that feels like it's sucking all the hydration out of your skin. Because it doesn't dry down super hard (after 10 minutes) it's super easy to wash off. After the first use I noticed how smooth and soft the mask made my skin feel, and it made my skin feel great after the second use too. This mask overall feels super gentle for a clay mask and makes your skin feel so clean and refreshed.
Overall would I buy this item again? Not likely unless they change the packaging. I REALLY like this mask and would purchase it if it came in a tube. But my dislike and annoyance over the packet packaging outweighs my like of the product. It is a nice product and I would recommend it to those who don't mind the way it's packaged.
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Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne-Prone Skin Peel-Off Mask
I was very lucky to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try out this Neutrogena Peel Off Mask for free! Now, to start off, I've used peel off masks before. I've never experienced any pain, issues, or reactions before. This mask is insane! It... +
I was very lucky to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try out this Neutrogena Peel Off Mask for free!
Now, to start off, I've used peel off masks before. I've never experienced any pain, issues, or reactions before. This mask is insane! It literally caused me pain to pull it off. I don't have a lot of facial hair but it pulled whatever was there out. My face the next day was so red and I had little bumps on both cheeks where I typically don't break out. I was super disappointed because my skin had been clear prior to using this product.
Secondly, this product is in a really big sachet and described as a 'single use' product. There is no way that this is only for one use -- I think I could easily get three out of it. And because of that, I don't like the size of the sachet. I would much prefer this type of product come in a tube because the packet just gets messy.
Application of the mask was super easy, but I did find it to be quite liquidy. You basically have one shot at getting this spread on your skin because it dries down quickly.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend this product. The packaging is poor (it looks like it should be a sheet mask). It grips too much to your skin. I left this product on for 10 minutes and it was pretty painful to take off. And lastly, something in this product caused irritation to my skin (or maybe it was the pulling at the skin from the mask). I would not recommend.
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John Frieda Go Blonder Lemon Miracle Masque
I was very fortunate to receive this item free to try from Chickadvisor! I was really curious to try out this product because I currently create a DIY lemon masque to banish brassiness and copper tones from my dyed ash blonde hair. I live on very... +
I was very fortunate to receive this item free to try from Chickadvisor!
I was really curious to try out this product because I currently create a DIY lemon masque to banish brassiness and copper tones from my dyed ash blonde hair. I live on very hard well water, so I was hoping that the lemon oils in this John Frieda product would combat the brassiness just like my at-home lemon masque (with lemon juice).
One thing that the John Frieda definitely delivers is hydration! There is a noticeable difference in the softness (in look and touch) of my hair throughout the week after use. It also helped eliminate how static my hair gets from the cold weather. Overall my ends look evidently hydrated.
What it did not deliver on was eliminating some brassy tones. I was hoping that the lemon oil in combination with other Go Blonder products would neutralize that, but unfortunately has not had any effect (this is also not a colour depositing product, so I understand to a point).
The product itself is the consistency of a very thick, regular conditioner. I was expecting it to be thicker, but it was very easy to apply and run through my hair. The lemon oil scent is very gentle and does linger on my hair which I love!
Overall, the product itself I'd describe as just nice. Is it worth the cost? I personally don't believe so, since there are other products out there that can hydrate just as well (like a leave-in conditioner). But would I buy it again? Probably, if it was on sale. I don't know what this 'Blondemend' Technology is meant to be or do, but at the end of the day it's a nice product for deep hydration.
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e.l.f. Aqua Beauty Molten Liquid Eyeshadow
I didn't have high hopes for this product as I have extremely oily eyelids. Eyeshadow primers never work for me, and powder shadows last a few hours before creasing. Because of this, I never purchased a liquid shadow before and expected it to just... +
I didn't have high hopes for this product as I have extremely oily eyelids. Eyeshadow primers never work for me, and powder shadows last a few hours before creasing. Because of this, I never purchased a liquid shadow before and expected it to just slide into my crease like powder shadows typically do.
Boy, was I pleasantly surprised with this product! I honestly was shocked when i came home and noticed it was still in place after 12 hours of wear! I did place down concealer and translucent powder on my lid prior to application, and don't know if this helped with longevity.
I have porcelain skin and purchased the rose gold shade, and it shows up as a beautiful pink shimmer on my lids. It's important to let this fully dry down on your lids before blinking to make sure that the product doesn't move around. The plus side is that it dries down fairly quickly, but not so fast that you can't blend it in. The doe foot applicator is the best way to apply this product, and blend out the edges with a brush.
Overall, I was shocked by how amazing this product performed on my very oily eyelids. I literally had zero expectations, but this lasted longer on my lids than regular eye primer and powder shadows. I will purchase this product again and again, because it does not fade and the pay off is amazing!
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Lancôme Paris Hypnose Mascara
I received this mascara in a deluxe sample from Sephora. At first I hated this mascara. It seemed too wet and would clump my lashes together. I threw it in my makeup bag and forgot about it for a few months. After I found it again and used it, it... +
I received this mascara in a deluxe sample from Sephora. At first I hated this mascara. It seemed too wet and would clump my lashes together. I threw it in my makeup bag and forgot about it for a few months. After I found it again and used it, it worked great! I think this is just one of those mascaras that you have to let dry out a bit because the new formula is super wet. Once it was dried out it applied clump free, added decent volume, but did not lengthen. Would I purchase? Probably not, simply because it isn't what I'm looking for in a mascara. Regardless, it looks nice and would be great if you're gifted with long lashes. -
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