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Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser with Pro-Vitamin B5
Yes! Neutrogena - Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser is a great gentle cleanser suitable for most sensitive skin types (finally Cerave cleansers got some competition in drugstores!). We like that this product uses a combination of mild surfactants, is... +
Yes! Neutrogena - Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser is a great gentle cleanser suitable for most sensitive skin types (finally Cerave cleansers got some competition in drugstores!). We like that this product uses a combination of mild surfactants, is fragrance-free and also does not contain common allergens. A convenient pump packaging is a plus, too. We can recommend it for sensitive skin, as well for all other skin types. No matter your skin type, a cleanser needs to be gentle. -
NYX Powder Puff Lippie
The NYX Powder Puff Lippies have a sponge like cushion applicator with a fat rounded tip. This rounded edge makes precise application really hard and it’s not very easy to apply the lipstick evenly on the corner of the lips. It’s easier to wear... +
The NYX Powder Puff Lippies have a sponge like cushion applicator with a fat rounded tip. This rounded edge makes precise application really hard and it’s not very easy to apply the lipstick evenly on the corner of the lips. It’s easier to wear these lipsticks after defining your lips with a lip liner so that the lips only need to be filled. These lipsticks have a soft, mousse-y texture which feels extremely comfortable on the lips. However, I found that the formula wasn’t very consistent across the range when it came to coverage. The shades ‘Squad Goals’ and ‘Pop Quiz’ were a bit streaky when applied and needed multiple coats for even application. I also felt that this applicator added to the uneven application as it made the lipstick move around the lips.The lipsticks stay true to their name and dry down to a powder like finish. They are not extremely matte and feel comfortable on the lips without drying them down. The NYX Powder Puff Lippies don’t accentuate any dryness on the lips and don’t settle in the fine lines. These lippies remind me of the NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams in terms of the formula.
Staying Power: The NYX Powder Puff Lippies are not transfer proof and have very inconsistent formulas.The shades ‘Squad Goals’ and ‘Cool Intentions’ stayed put on the lips for 3-4 hours with light snacking and then started fading away from the centre of the lips. The shade ‘Moody’ also stayed put on the lips for 3 hours but instead of fading away evenly, the colour started bleeding and gave me a weird ring of colour around my lips. It was like the water and the lip pigment were separating. The shade ‘Pop Quiz’ started bleeding around my lips in just 1 hour of application. I had to take the lipstick off and apply something else as it looked unappealing. However, none of these lipsticks will stay put through a proper meal as they are not matte lipsticks and they rub off pretty easily. My Overall Experience:
Even though the NYX Powder Puff Lippies look like a fun lipstick to own with the unique cushion applicator and nice shades, I was left a little disappointed with them. The formulas were inconsistent, they didn’t last very long and some shades started bleeding around my lips. I would probably only re use 2 out of the 4 shades I own but they would not be my first choice when it comes to picking up a lipstick. I feel that NYX has many more lipstick formulas which are definitely better than these and have more colour options as well. So from my side, I would not recommend these lipsticks, especially if you are looking for a long lasting lipstick.
Pros Cons
• Comfortable on the lips • Limited availability
• Different cushion applicator • Inconsistent formula
• Universal shades • Patchy and Streaky on lips
• Certain shades start bleeding.
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NIVEA Rich Moisturizing Day Cream
My family has been using this cream since years. It suits each and everybody in my family right from my younger sister to my grandmother. Since my skin is dry so, I hardly get any other cream which is apt for my skin. When I started using nivea... +
My family has been using this cream since years. It suits each and everybody in my family right from my younger sister to my grandmother. Since my skin is dry so, I hardly get any other cream which is apt for my skin. When I started using nivea cream, I made a vow to myself that I am always going to stick to this cream especially in winters. I have even suggested my husband to use this cream after shave as it provides moisture and softness to the skin. Me and my family are all for this nivea cream. We love it!! What I like about this product…
• It does Work very well on the dryness.
• This cream is very mild and does not have any side effects.
• Highly Economical.
•The best part is that it completely Travel friendly.
What I do not like about this product…
• It is a greasy thick cream.
• If at all, you apply a little more cream then the skin becomes sticky and shining.
• It does not have a hygienic packing. The Cream sticks to the nails while using.
This cream is very effective for dry skin in winters. It keeps the softness and moisture of the skin intact. I will suggest you to go and buy it. You are surely going to like it, I bet!
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Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water
Hello Everyone. We all know the importance of priming skin before makeup. Since this primer comes in an unconventional dispenser, like a face mist, it jogged my curiosity; and being someone who always loves to experiment with different kind of... +
Hello Everyone.
We all know the importance of priming skin before makeup. Since this primer comes in an unconventional dispenser, like a face mist, it jogged my curiosity; and being someone who always loves to experiment with different kind of products, I picked it up to give it a try. This review will be on a product which claims to do the same. It is the Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water.
My Experience with Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water:
Packaging:
Comes in a simple see-through plastic bottle. The disperser sprays a very fine mist and covers the entire face in 2 sprits on either sides of the face. The bottle has a cap and this size is very travel friendly.
Being someone with dry skin, I love using face mists and when I saw this product, my first thought was that this is a face mist. But after reading the claims, that this product also acts as a primer, I got super interested. This primer spray is free of silicone, alcohol and oil. I use this before and after applying my makeup. When used before makeup, it instantly refreshes my skin. It dries quickly and leaves a very slightly tacky feel on the skin which is not bothersome; on the contrary I feel the tackiness helps my makeup stick onto the skin better which is the primary function of a makeup primer. It provides a light veil of hydration on my skin without feeling greasy. On hotter days, when I prefer something lightweight on my skin, I skip a moisturizer and use only this product and it helps make my skin feel comfortable.
When used after finishing my makeup, which I will seldom do as I prefer using my makeup setting sprays, I use this primer spray. If I have used a particularly drying foundation, like a matte, mineral or powder foundations, this spray effectively takes away the powdery look and helps the foundation not crease and crack. I notice less dry patches when I use this under makeup. This spray leaves a very natural finish on the skin once it dries. It is not overly dewy, but imparts a slight glow. I have not seen any noticeable difference in my makeup’s wear time. This spray neither improves it nor adversely affects it. But it does improve how my foundation sits and looks on my skin. It has a very refreshing scent which I enjoy. Overall, I do like this product, but do not consider this a must-have. If you have dry skin and are looking for something that can be multipurpose on-the-go to refresh your makeup and provide a light layer of hydration, you may like this product. But if you are considering replacing your primer or a setting spray with this, this is not the best product for that. For the function it provides, I do think it is overpriced as I have used face mists in the past that provide more or less the same function at half the cost (one example is Avene Thermal Water).
Pros of Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water:
• Lightweight
• Quick absorbing
• Minimal tacky feel
• Refreshing scent
• Refreshes makeup and skin
• Provides a light layer of hydration
• Makes my makeup apply smoother
• Visibly less dry patches
• Good addition to skincare
• Free of harmful ingredients
• Travel friendly
• Takes away powdery look of makeup
• Fine mist
• Gives a luminous natural glow to the skin without being too dewy or greasy
Cons of Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water:
• Overpriced for being a “fancy water”
• Did not improve or affect the wear of makeup in anyway
• Less pricey alternatives available
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CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
True enough, Cerave Moisturizing Cream does not feel too greasy and sticky on the skin and it is unscented – perfect for those who are easily irritated with perfume. Just to give it an even more test, I also used Cerave Moisturizing Cream on my... +
True enough, Cerave Moisturizing Cream does not feel too greasy and sticky on the skin and it is unscented – perfect for those who are easily irritated with perfume. Just to give it an even more test, I also used Cerave Moisturizing Cream on my arms and stubborn skin on my elbows and knees. True enough, I feel softness and smoothness in those areas immediately after application. I have been using Cerave Moisturizing Cream for more than 3 weeks now, and while I like how it moisturizes my skin, it somewhat feel a little heavy on my face. Since my facial skin is a combination of oily and dry, I have to be extra careful not to make it even oilier by over using this. But I still continue to use this on my other dry areas, like knees and elbows and on my sensitive ones like the décolletage and it works just as well in keeping the areas I have mentioned moisturized. Pros of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream:
• Mild and non-irritating
• Lasting hydration after application
• Does not block or clog pores which is the main cause of blackheads
• Not greasy
• Affordable
Cons of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream:
• Packaging! Since it is in a jar, double dipping is unavoidable and hence may tend to be a little unhygienic
• Tends to feel a little heavy on the face
I have only started using this product and I have seen some satisfying results, as they promised. I am even considering sending some Cerave products to my sister back home since she has very sensitive skin and very prone to irritation.
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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream
If you’ve got oily and acne-prone skin, finding a decent moisturiser that doesn’t turn you into an oil tank by afternoon is not an easy task. Out of the many different formulas I’ve tried over the years, only a few products truly suited my... +
If you’ve got oily and acne-prone skin, finding a decent moisturiser that doesn’t turn you into an oil tank by afternoon is not an easy task. Out of the many different formulas I’ve tried over the years, only a few products truly suited my problematic skin well. Today’s review is about Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel, which I bought a few months back. Let’s see how it worked for my skin. The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel comes in a light blue coloured pot with a twist up lid. The packaging looks pretty, but I would prefer a pump bottle so, you don’t have to keep putting your fingers inside the pot to dig out the product. The packaging is quite bulky and not hygienic at all. However, it’s quite sturdy. I have dropped it a few times but, it’s still intact.Firstly, talking about its texture and consistency, the texture is in between that of a gel and water. Its consistency is thin, runny and translucent. It absorbs very quickly into the skin as if your skin gulps in all at once, and no matter how much product you use, it doesn’t turn your skin greasy, which is a big yay. Once absorbed, it leaves your skin incredibly smooth with an almost matte finish. The water gel does hydrate the skin very well. Just a pea-sized amount is all you need for face and neck, which means it will last longer. My husband has been using this every night before bed for almost four weeks, and I’ve also used it a few times in the morning, and I’m nowhere near the halfway mark.There is a fragrance to this product, and it smells clean and fresh to me. I love the scent of this product. It’s mild and soothing but might not suit sensitive noses. It hydrates the skin so well and provides such a perfect makeup finish if you wear it underneath your makeup. I like everything about it, except the fact that it broke out my skin. I started getting breakouts after using this, which is pretty common and happens in case of the majority of products. Only a few skincare products suit my skin or I must say, my skin is very choosy when it comes to skincare and makeup. Apart from that, I loved it as all its claims are absolutely true.
Pros of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel:
Attractive packaging.
The jar is pretty sturdy as I’ve dropped it a few times, and it never broke.
Non-greasy, lightweight moisturiser; perfect for everyday wear.
Easily absorbs into the skin.
Keeps my skin hydrated.
Suits all skin types.
Dermatologically-tested.
Amazing texture.
Semi-matte finish, acts as a good base for makeup.
Soothing smell.
No SPF.
A little goes a long way.
Cons of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel:
Contains parabens.
Expensive.
Scent might bother sensitive noses.
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