prettyrainbow
Member Since: October 19, 2009Reviews
Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind® Eraser Dark Circles Treatment Concealer
When it comes to concealing dark circles, I need all the help I can get. I had heard great things about this Maybelline concealer that I decided to give it try. I'm so glad I did! This is probably one of the best concealers for dark circles that... +
When it comes to concealing dark circles, I need all the help I can get. I had heard great things about this Maybelline concealer that I decided to give it try. I'm so glad I did! This is probably one of the best concealers for dark circles that I've tried in a long time. It's easy to use as it comes in a tube with a sponge tip applicator, so all you have to do is twist and swipe. Although the sponge applicator claims to have an anti-microbial system, I still prefer depositing the concealer on the back of my hand before applying it with my fingertip to the area I want. I not only use this on my undereye area but also on my lids as a form of primer for my eyeshadow. From time to time, I'll even highlight the bridge of my nose or cupid's bow with it. When I use my fingertip to blend the product in, it does not disrupt the coverage. It doesn't feel tacky or oily either. The consistency is creamy and after I powder the area, this does not budge the entire day. It also makes puffiness less noticeable, which is something I really appreciate. This means I don't have to pack on tons of product in order to look well-rested. Dark shadows are much less noticeable and it brightens the area beautifully. I also don't need to use a great amount to get the job done. I have fair skin and got mine in the "fair" shade and it matches perfectly. It is more expensive for a drugstore concealer, but you get what you pay for. Excellent product! -
Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser Foaming Formula
If you have sensitive skin or are looking for a more gentle face wash, then this product is for you. This did not irritate my skin whatsoever and it didn't dry it out either. It was easy to rinse off since it has more of a liquid/gel consistency as... +
If you have sensitive skin or are looking for a more gentle face wash, then this product is for you. This did not irritate my skin whatsoever and it didn't dry it out either. It was easy to rinse off since it has more of a liquid/gel consistency as opposed to a more creamy texture. The cleanser did not lather very much and I found some of the description to be misleading in this case. It claims to be a foaming formula, but I rarely got any suds, no matter how much I worked it into my skin. This isn't a bad thing, but not what was expected. As an ultra gentle formula, I also expected it to be free of any fragrance and this does have a scent to it. It's very light, yet still noticeable. Personally, I enjoyed the fresh scent. In terms of removing dirt/makeup, it was decent, but I've tried better cleansers for this purpose. I mainly used this formula in the morning just to refresh my face. I could see myself using this product more in the summer months when my skin is more sensitive due to the warm weather and I wear less makeup then, but I would need a deeper cleanser for the rest of the year. I'll still consider it, but it won't be my only option. -
Four O'Clock Truffle Mint Tea
This tea was very satisfying to drink and it tasted delicious. To get the full flavour, it does take more steeping time than other teas I've tried. It did smell like chocolate so I was expecting a sweet chocolaty taste, but it was more deep and... +
This tea was very satisfying to drink and it tasted delicious. To get the full flavour, it does take more steeping time than other teas I've tried. It did smell like chocolate so I was expecting a sweet chocolaty taste, but it was more deep and spicy in flavour, possibly due to the licorice and chicory roots mixed with cacao. Nonetheless, it was still tasty. There was a hint of peppermint which made this tea a great drink to help digest with after a big meal. It also makes for a great dessert tea to enjoy on its own or with your favorite sweets. -
Snuggle Scent Boosters
I found the Snuggle Scent Boosters to be very easy to use. They are concentrated powdered scent pacs that you just throw into your washing machine before starting the wash cycle. Their main purpose is to add scent to your clothes. The one I tried... +
I found the Snuggle Scent Boosters to be very easy to use. They are concentrated powdered scent pacs that you just throw into your washing machine before starting the wash cycle. Their main purpose is to add scent to your clothes. The one I tried was in Blue Iris Bliss and it has a delicate floral scent to it. Once the wash was complete, I did notice that my clothes smelled nice and the scent lingered even after I put them in the dryer. There was no powdery residue afterwards, so the pac did dissolve completely in the wash. I do have to note, though, that although this smelled nice, it is not a fabric softener, therefore, I still have to use another product on top of this to get my clothes feeling soft. The fabric softener already has its own scent, so when you use them together, it's hard to tell which one takes the credit for getting your clothes to smell nice. For testing purposes, I did use the Snuggle Scent Boosters on their own to be able to tell if it worked. Since I already use the Snuggle brand fabric softener from time to time, I don't know if I would purchase the Scent Booster on top of it. However, if you absolutely do want to enhance the scent, then it's a great product. -
Mary Kay Eye Defining Pencil
This has been one of the eyeliners I've loved the most over the years. The shade I have is in Sable, a medium brown color which compliments my fair features. Since some black eyeliners can look very harsh on me, this makes for a very good... +
This has been one of the eyeliners I've loved the most over the years. The shade I have is in Sable, a medium brown color which compliments my fair features. Since some black eyeliners can look very harsh on me, this makes for a very good alternative. The pencil sharpens very well and the tip has hardly ever broken off. Application goes so smoothly as the consistency of the pencil is creamy, therefore, no need to tug at your skin to get it to be precise. The gold cap also makes it easily identifiable in my makeup bag. The MK Eye Defining pencils are definitely a product every makeup lover should try out at least once. -
Avon Care Deeply Lip Balm
Avon's Care Deeply lip balm is certainly a real bargain. I believe I paid mine less than 2 dollars. It's a very rich and emollient lip balm, so if you have really dry lips, this will help keep them hydrated and healthy looking. I found the texture... +
Avon's Care Deeply lip balm is certainly a real bargain. I believe I paid mine less than 2 dollars. It's a very rich and emollient lip balm, so if you have really dry lips, this will help keep them hydrated and healthy looking. I found the texture to be too greasy-feeling on my lips to wear during the day, so I only put this on at night before bed and only in the winter time when my lips are most dry. It doesn't have any scent or flavour to it either. I usually get this during the holiday season and the packaging comes with a calendar on it but the printing is so small, it defeats the purpose, therefore, it's not a feature I rely on. In general, a very basic lip balm that moisturizes well. -
Fruits and Passion Monoi Hand Butter
The skin on my hands gets really dry during the winter months and all season long, I've been using this hand cream and it has dramatically helped my skin. The texture is thick and emollient. It's a little greasy at first but it eventually absorbs... +
The skin on my hands gets really dry during the winter months and all season long, I've been using this hand cream and it has dramatically helped my skin. The texture is thick and emollient. It's a little greasy at first but it eventually absorbs well into your skin so you can go on with your daily tasks. My hands were no longer flaking and with continuous application, the cracked spots healed. It also has a very pleasant exotic floral scent. It isn't overpowering at all. I purchased the portable tube so that I could bring it along with me in my handbag. I just wish the hand cream would be free of parabens, otherwise I would give it a higher rating. -
Just Basic Scrunchies
I purchased these hair scrunchies at Dollarama. The value you get for your money is great. There are four scrunchies in each pack for just $1.00 and they have lasted me a long time. The material they are made of is durable and the elastic withstands... +
I purchased these hair scrunchies at Dollarama. The value you get for your money is great. There are four scrunchies in each pack for just $1.00 and they have lasted me a long time. The material they are made of is durable and the elastic withstands a lot of use. Lots of versatile colors too so that you can match with different outfits. They protect your hair from damage, which can occur when tying with regular elastics. I twist it around three times to prevent it from sliding off, but that all depends on the thickness of your hair. I will consider purchasing more of these in the future. -
Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Granola Bars
I purchased the multipack variety of the Nature Valley Sweet and Salty granola bars at Costco. There are 36 bars in each pack and three different flavour varieties: Peanut, Almond and Chocolate. They each have a bottom coating of either peanut... +
I purchased the multipack variety of the Nature Valley Sweet and Salty granola bars at Costco. There are 36 bars in each pack and three different flavour varieties: Peanut, Almond and Chocolate. They each have a bottom coating of either peanut butter, almond butter or chocolate, respectively. This gives the bar a creamy, delicious texture but you also get the crunch from whole nuts and chocolate chunks which make these granola bars substantial and very satisfying. The bar itself is chewy. I just wish they would eliminate the corn syrup and palm kernel oil though and reduce the sodium, otherwise, it would be a better snack. Still delicious though and gives you your money's worth in terms of generous portions and ingredients. -
Uno Card Game
Uno is such a fun card game that you can play for hours on end. It never gets boring and you'll get lots of laughs too along the way. Great for playing with a group of people or with only a few. The cards are of a sturdy quality and very colorful... +
Uno is such a fun card game that you can play for hours on end. It never gets boring and you'll get lots of laughs too along the way. Great for playing with a group of people or with only a few. The cards are of a sturdy quality and very colorful too. Very simple game to learn and great for many ages. You want this in your game collection! -
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