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Member Since: January 13, 2016Reviews
L'Oreal Paris Hydra Genius Oily Skin Day Moisturizer
I purchased this product at Winners at a third of the price you see at Shoppers Drug Mart (which is why I rated the value so worth it). But even at the higher value, I'd likely still purchase this product again and again. I have very oily skin... +
I purchased this product at Winners at a third of the price you see at Shoppers Drug Mart (which is why I rated the value so worth it). But even at the higher value, I'd likely still purchase this product again and again.
I have very oily skin, large pores, and blemish prone skin. My face has a history of not absorbing cream lotions, so when I saw this gel version on the shelf I thought I'd give it a go -- and I'm so glad I did! This product doesn't break me out which is the biggest plus side for me. I don't see anything super mattifying, but it is the summertime right now and I'm perpetually oily. I love how quickly this absorbs into my skin, it doesn't leave a film or a feeling of heaviness. It feels very cooling on my skin, leaving a fresh sensation. Overall, it adequately hydrates my oily skin without breaking me out or causing redness. This product contains hyaluronic acid and aloe, which means it's gentle for my occasionally sensitive skin. The packaging is a weighty glass bottle, which makes it feel so lux and high end. It does have a scent to it -- I don't find it overwhelming, and my mother who is sensitive to scented products can use it without issue. I would recommend this to absolutely anyone and everyone with oily skin -- definitely a holy grail product! It does layer well under foundation, but if you have large pores you'll still need to use a pore filling primer.
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Garnier skin active Moisture rescue actively hydrating daily lotion sensitive skin
I usually have trouble finding lotions that absorb into my oily skin and won't break me out. This Garnier lotion is great because it's a thin, lightweight formula that absorbs into my skin quickly and hasn't clogged my pores. Because it's thin, I... +
I usually have trouble finding lotions that absorb into my oily skin and won't break me out. This Garnier lotion is great because it's a thin, lightweight formula that absorbs into my skin quickly and hasn't clogged my pores. Because it's thin, I think it helps you get a nice layer of moisurization, as opposed to a really thick formula that feels heavy on your skin. I also noticed that throughout the day, my skin doesn't seem to get as oily as fast whenever I use this product. Now that I've tried this product, I don't think I can go back to any other! Will definitely be purchasing again and highly recommending to others with oily, acne prone skin. -
Ben & Jerry's Coconut Almond Fudge Chip Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert
I was very happy to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try out one of Ben & Jerry's newest non-dairy flavours -- Coconut Almond Fudge Chip! I love anything and everything coconut and this definitely hit the spot. The coconut flavour is subtle... +
I was very happy to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try out one of Ben & Jerry's newest non-dairy flavours -- Coconut Almond Fudge Chip! I love anything and everything coconut and this definitely hit the spot. The coconut flavour is subtle, which is nice because then you can taste the almond slivers and gigantic fudge chunks. I was initially worried about the consistency of the non-diary ice cream because I've had others in the past which were quite hard. I placed this tub in an area of my freezer that typically keeps regular ice cream at a soft, scoopable level, and this stuff was rock solid. I would recommend leaving on the counter so you can chisel some out. As for the mouth-feel of the product, if you didn't tell me it was non-diary, I wouldn't have been able to tell. I found it to be quite creamy when melted and it didn't have any off flavour.
Overall, would I purchase this again? No. The taste was delicious, but I can't justify the calories or cost. At 280 calories per 1/2 cup serving, it's outrageous because that amount of calories is a meal for me. Also, I can't justify paying such an astronomical price for what is essentially sugar water with coconut oil. I know Ben & Jerry's is ~fancy~ ice cream, but I just can't justify it when there are many homemade, healthier alternatives for people like me who avoid dairy for either personal or medical reasons.
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Dove Derma+Care Scalp Dryness & Itch Relief Conditioner
I was selected by Chickadvisor to try this conditioner along with its corresponding shampoo for free. To start off, I never apply conditioner from root to tip -- ever. I have very oily hair and it doesn't work out for me. I tried it once with this... +
I was selected by Chickadvisor to try this conditioner along with its corresponding shampoo for free.
To start off, I never apply conditioner from root to tip -- ever. I have very oily hair and it doesn't work out for me. I tried it once with this product just to see if, combined with the dandruff shampoo, it would just further hydrate the scalp. Unfortunately it made my hair oilier like most other conditioners do. So, to test out this product I used it in my regular way -- of applying it from the base of my head down to tips. What I love most about this product is its scent! It smells beautiful (like coconuts!) just like every other Dove product I've used before. It really does smooth out my hair, makes it feel incredibly soft to the touch, reduced frizz and easier to comb through.
In the end, the biggest benefit I've noticed from this product is how it has made my hair so smooth. It feels super soft to the touch and just feels bouncier if that makes any sense! Would I purchase this product again? I say undecided. There are many conditioners out there that can perform equally as well and at a lesser cost.
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Dove Derma+Care Scalp Dryness & Itch Relief Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
I received this item free to try by Chickadvisor last week. I thought I'd give myself about a week and a half of trying this product to test out its effectiveness. I typically use Head & Shoulder Clinical Solutions Shampoo but I took a break from... +
I received this item free to try by Chickadvisor last week. I thought I'd give myself about a week and a half of trying this product to test out its effectiveness.
I typically use Head & Shoulder Clinical Solutions Shampoo but I took a break from it for a few weeks so I could test out how well Dove would work on my scalp. I find that this shampoo is as equally effective as the Head & Shoulders. I followed the instructions on the Dove bottle and used the products twice a week, and I've noticed that it does reduce itchiness and the amount of flakes. Without using Dove, I would have lots of dryness, particularly in the hairline. But by using this product I'm able to comb my hair without having to worry.
Overall, I think after testing out Dove, I'll be making the switch from Head & Shoulders! What won me over completely with Dove is its scent. Head & Shoulders shampoos, in my opinion, smell awful. This Dove shampoo smells beautiful -- you'd never know it was actually a dandruff shampoo. It contains coconut oil, which I think is the main scent.
In the end, I would recommend this product to anyone who deals with an itchy scalp and flakes. Mine is due to winter dryness, dryness caused by the heater, and hard water. It has proved effective with me, so it's worth a shot for anyone else. The product is pricey, but you could reduce using this product to once a week if necessary.
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göt2b Head Turner
I was very lucky to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try the colour Denim Blue for free. Unfortunately, this product did not work for me, nor would it work for anyone who does not have bleached, natural or dyed light blonde hair (and I'm... +
I was very lucky to have been selected by Chickadvisor to try the colour Denim Blue for free. Unfortunately, this product did not work for me, nor would it work for anyone who does not have bleached, natural or dyed light blonde hair (and I'm talking WHITE). My hair takes very well to dyes so I expected a lot more from this.
As for the application, it was a bit messy until you get the hang of it. It is a very wet spray that I did get all over myself and the walls. Luckily, it is very easy to take off with water and a towel. The way I applied the product was by twisting my ends (I went for a dip dye look), and completely saturated the hair. The package suggests to apply this product with damp hair, but I would argue that dry is best. Dry hair allows you to see where you're applying better and seeing that everything is easily coated. I deviated a bit from the instructions believing that letting the product sit for a bit before drying would give better colour pay off.
As for the product itself, it's more of a grey-blue than a denim blue. It is nothing like the colour that is dispensed. When I applied it to my ends, it seemed like it would be well pigmented but unfortunately it isn't. In the past I've customised my own pastel colours with Manic Panic and conditioner, so I know what to expect. I have blonde hair, which is what this product is marketed for, but this did not show for me at all. This is so poorly pigmented that, in my opinion, this would only be effective on pre-lightened or naturally very light blonde hair. I attached an image showing the before and after, and there is no difference other than this product seems to make my hair a cooler tone of blonde (both photos taken in natural sunlight). It's disappointing because it is possible to have pastel shades for ALL blondes (look at hair chalk!), and I hope they redevelop it to add more pigment (because I love the idea of a spray-in temp dye).
Overall, I would not purchase this product again. It is useless for most blondes unless you've purchased a pre-lightening kit or have very very light blonde hair.
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Andalou Naturals Pumpkin Honey Glycolic Mask
I've been using this product once a week for the past three months, and every time I've had a pretty bad reaction. This is a natural product with a small amount of glycolic acid, but this stuff burns! I don't have sensitive skin, and this stuff... +
I've been using this product once a week for the past three months, and every time I've had a pretty bad reaction. This is a natural product with a small amount of glycolic acid, but this stuff burns! I don't have sensitive skin, and this stuff turned by face bright red within ten minutes of putting the product on my face and dissipated after about a day and a half. This mask made my face much more sensitive to the point where I was unable to put makeup on to cover the redness the next day because everything burned. Not only that, this causes massive breakouts after each use. I consulted the person who recommended this product to me to see if this was typical, and was told that your skin would purge for the first month. I'm currently on month three and every time I use this product, I will wake up the next day with my chin covered in whiteheads, and multiple cystic pimples/acne on the sides of my face that last weeks. Unfortunately for me, this product has made my skin much worse than it was before. Other than that, the consistency of the mask is quite nice -- a little bit chunky, but soaks into the skin. It smells kind of like when you mix together pumpkin pie filling, but before you bake it. My version came in a tub, which is not hygienic and it does not come with a little spatula or anything to take it out of the tub. A little goes a long way, so it's definitely worth the price for someone this is useful for. -
The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector
I typically use this product only in the winter time. I deal with eczema on one hand, and this hand protector really does its job. It soothes the redness, reduces itchiness, and protects my hands from getting worse due to cold weather. It is a very... +
I typically use this product only in the winter time. I deal with eczema on one hand, and this hand protector really does its job. It soothes the redness, reduces itchiness, and protects my hands from getting worse due to cold weather. It is a very smelly product -- the scent lingers for a bit, but it's worth it for the effectiveness of the product. This is way too heavy for me as a summertime hand lotion, but whenever I need a heavy duty deep hand lotion this is the only one I'll grab. It is on the pricier side, but a little goes a long way so it'll last ages! -
NIVEA Express Hydration Body Lotion
This is my favourite body lotion, and one that I always return to. This product is meant for people with normal to dry skin, so it isn't incredibly heavy, but it works for my oily skin type. It absorbs quickly into the skin, and doesn't leave a... +
This is my favourite body lotion, and one that I always return to. This product is meant for people with normal to dry skin, so it isn't incredibly heavy, but it works for my oily skin type. It absorbs quickly into the skin, and doesn't leave a film. Some lotions I've tried in the past don't soak in as well, and you can feel the lotion -- but not with this product. It absorbs quickly and has a wonderful scent! It doesn't state on the bottle, but it's a beautiful, light floral/musky scent. I don't know what it is about the pump, but it doesn't get messy or clogged. You get a giant bottle for the price and you don't need to use too much. Overall, I would highly recommend this product to anyone with normal skin. -
First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Skin Smoothie Priming Moisturizer
I received a sample of this product from Sephora and instantly fell in love. I have very oily, acne prone, sensitive skin, and this is the best primer I've ever used. I find that this product has an almost whipped consistency, and it blends easily... +
I received a sample of this product from Sephora and instantly fell in love. I have very oily, acne prone, sensitive skin, and this is the best primer I've ever used. I find that this product has an almost whipped consistency, and it blends easily into the skin. It makes my skin very smooth, and my foundation goes on easier than my other primers (elf and rimmel). What I love most is that it makes my foundation look super natural, and just like skin. I find that with my other primers, you can tell that I'm wearing foundation, but this product doesn't do that. It keeps my foundation intact throughout the day, and my foundation doesn't seem to break down as fast. The only critique I have, is that with oily skin it's necessary to powder your whole face. If you don't set your foundation, it will transfer. Overall, love this product! -
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