Praecipua
Member Since: June 23, 2017Reviews
Origins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask
I tried a small sample of this after my coworker recommended it. While her skin is quite acne prone, my current skin concerns are only about very mild blackheads on my nose. She loves the product and swears by it as an overnight spot treatment for... +
I tried a small sample of this after my coworker recommended it. While her skin is quite acne prone, my current skin concerns are only about very mild blackheads on my nose. She loves the product and swears by it as an overnight spot treatment for blemishes.
I have tried the mask two times so far with the first time trying it on my nose and the second time as an all-over mask. I was quite happy to note that despite it being a charcoal mask aimed towards acne-prone skin, it did not dry out my dry, sensitive skin. There was a definite tightening of the pores but this was not due to dehydration. As for blackheads when initially removed, there was not much difference in minimizing my already minimal blackheads; however, the manual extraction I performed right away after removing the mask was much easier and I managed to get all blackheads removed from my nose. Perhaps it was because I already had very minimal blackheads and very tight pores, this did not make for a drastic change solely from the mask but it did help with loosening up the blackheads allowing them to be manually removed.
I think it would work much better for someone who had more concerns with blackheads. If your concerns are minimal like mine, it might not be what you are needing.
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Vichy Thermal Spa Water
I have been using Vichy Thermal Spa Water for many years now. Originally I just used it mainly as a touch up for refreshing makeup through the day and on trips to hot climates as a burst of exhilaration. However since coming off Accutane for my... +
I have been using Vichy Thermal Spa Water for many years now. Originally I just used it mainly as a touch up for refreshing makeup through the day and on trips to hot climates as a burst of exhilaration. However since coming off Accutane for my hormonal/cystic acne, I find that my skin has become very dry. This thermal water goes a long way in helping to keep my skin moisturized adequately. I now use it as a prep after cleansing and before my toners/serums/moisturizers to help lock in moisture. It has been working amazingly and really helps to make my skin with or without makeup look fresh, hydrated, and amazing. I still use it as a makeup refresher throughout the day and on trips to hot places to help quench my skin on the go.
While some people might feel like it is silly to pay for water in a can, it does help with dry skin and does something that simple water from the tap doesn't do (I did try this experiment once to see and noticed that my skin wasn't quite the same as when using Vichy Thermal Spa Water). If you are hesitant about trying it and don't think it will be effective, I suggest trying the mini sized can to see if it works for you. One can often find them quite cheap on sale, so trying would not be a huge investment.
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Vichy Pureté Thermale 3in1 One Step Cleanser
I have been using Vichy's 3-in-1 cleansing milk for most of my 20s. Recently I thought that I would try and see if there was a better cleansing milk in department store brands just for comparison. After trying luxury brands including Dior and... +
I have been using Vichy's 3-in-1 cleansing milk for most of my 20s. Recently I thought that I would try and see if there was a better cleansing milk in department store brands just for comparison. After trying luxury brands including Dior and Shiseido, I concluded that nothing comes close to the effectiveness of this one. This is great for light cleansing, and does not irritate my sensitive skin, or strip my face of oils drying me out. My face is left feeling soft and hydrated after cleaning.
One thing to note though, is if I am wearing long-wearing or heavy makeup this does not always get everything by itself. The way I have gotten around this is on those days I use my cleansing oil prior which seems to effectively breakup my makeup in conjunction with the Vichy milk cleanser: leaving not a trace of makeup afterwards.
I will continue to use this for the foreseeable future as there isn't anything I have found that comes close to it, and the price is reasonable for how much product you get (especially if you can find the bonus sizes on sale).
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Marc Anthony Coconut Oil Shea Butter Conditioning Treatment
If you are looking for an inexpensive hair mask to help either curly, course, damaged, or dry hair this is the one for you! Originally my very curly-haired brother mentioned this hair mask to me, as had issues with taming his frizzy curls before he... +
If you are looking for an inexpensive hair mask to help either curly, course, damaged, or dry hair this is the one for you!
Originally my very curly-haired brother mentioned this hair mask to me, as had issues with taming his frizzy curls before he started using it. I was hesitant as my hair is straight, but seeing as I am colour-processed every month and a tendency towards dry ends I thought I would give it a shot as it was an inexpensive drugstore brand and I would not be out major money by simply trying it. I was simply amazed by this mask! My hair was so soft afterwards and my hair felt nourished, even my dry ends were revitalized. I also loved how it is sulfate free, very important to me so that I could maintain my salon colour between appointments.
Now I always make sure I keep a full stock on hand so I can use every second to third wash. The value is great for the little packets as each I can get 2-3 uses out of it. I have short hair so a little goes a long way for me. Great value!
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John Frieda Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Touch-Up Creme
This finishing cream is a product I can't be without in my hair care routine. I use mostly luxury hair care brands and yet I keep coming back to this great, drugstore finishing cream because it beats all the rest. My hair is straight with a chin... +
This finishing cream is a product I can't be without in my hair care routine. I use mostly luxury hair care brands and yet I keep coming back to this great, drugstore finishing cream because it beats all the rest.
My hair is straight with a chin length bob. With that being said, I don't need to or do use a lot of styling products; however this little tube of amazement is the one thing I religiously use daily. My hair, although straight, tends to get a little dry/frizzy on the ends and this smooths them out so they look healthy, shiny and freshly cut (helps to maintain the clean look of my blunt bob longer).
I either use this on mostly towel dried hair for a get-up-and-go look that still looks great, or I run it through the ends after I am done heat styling to perfect my bob by ensuring a smooth look. Less is more, careful not to use too much or hair might look a little oily. For my hair type, I usually don't need to do touch ups throughout the day, so I cannot attest to using it as a touch up on already styled hair.
As for value, for the amount you get and how little you need to use, it is a bargain and should last a considerable amount of time.
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