prettyrainbow
Member Since: October 19, 2009Reviews
Maybelline New York Dream Cushion Fresh Face Liquid Foundation
I received this product to test for free as part of the Product Review Club. This foundation was pretty good and the shade I received (ivory-15) matched my fair skin nicely. The cushion is saturated with the liquid foundation and there's a... +
I received this product to test for free as part of the Product Review Club. This foundation was pretty good and the shade I received (ivory-15) matched my fair skin nicely. The cushion is saturated with the liquid foundation and there's a protective lid to cover it which holds a sponge/puff applicator. Personally, when I'm using this type of cushion foundation at home, I prefer to apply the product with a clean sponge every time, but for on-the-go purposes, the applicator they provide is a useful feature. In terms of consistency, it's lightweight and the coverage is medium and very buildable. I felt it was more than enough to balance out my skintone. I liked how flawless my skin looked afterwards and the finish really did give me that fresh, hydrated, glowy look. It applied well on the areas where my skin was drier and but on the more oily areas like my t-zone, I did need to touch up and apply powder to it. I found that after a few hours wearing it, the oiliness started to become more evident. The second time around using this foundation, I made sure to apply a primer underneath and powder on top and I noticed it remained flawless much longer. I'm curious how this will hold up during the very hot summer days, but in milder weather, it works well. In general, this is a very good foundation. If you want something portable and compact that delivers good results, then this is the product for you. -
L'Oreal Go 360 Clean Deep Exfoliating Scrub
I received an 80ml sample size of this product and it did not come with the "Scrublet" as advertised on its packaging. Therefore, I am strictly basing my opinion on the deep cleanser itself and not the combination of the two used together. My... +
I received an 80ml sample size of this product and it did not come with the "Scrublet" as advertised on its packaging. Therefore, I am strictly basing my opinion on the deep cleanser itself and not the combination of the two used together. My initial reaction when I used the product for the first time, is that it smelled good. It's a light, apricot scent, very fresh and pleasant. The exfoliating granules, although very tiny, can be felt on the skin. It sort of felt abrasive on my delicate skin, so when I tried to scrub deeper on areas where my pores tend to get clogged up, I could feel that it wasn't gentle at all. Therefore, I have to disagree that this is for "all skin types", as advertised. It did take a few rinses to fully remove the granules from my face, but with a few splashes of water, I was good to go. Afterwards, I did start to notice some dry patches on my chin area and forehead. Although the concept of this product was intentionally good, it just didn't work that well for me. I'm not sure if the scrublet would have made any difference, but I doubt it. -
Victoria's Secret Love Spell Fragrant Body Wash
I found this body wash to be average, however, I really did enjoy the way it smelled. It has a really lovely floral/fruity scent, so if you're a romantic at heart, then this body wash is for you. I would look forward to using it because of how good... +
I found this body wash to be average, however, I really did enjoy the way it smelled. It has a really lovely floral/fruity scent, so if you're a romantic at heart, then this body wash is for you. I would look forward to using it because of how good it smelled. Unfortunately, the scent didn't last too long on my skin. It's a shame since the fragrance is really what makes this body wash what it is. It did provide a rich lather and it rinsed away very well. My skin also felt hydrated afterwards. Although it's a decent product, I just don't see myself repurchasing this as my go-to body wash. The reason I bought it was because of the way it smelled, but I've tried other body washes that have been even more moisturizing and for which the scent has lasted longer than this does. I'll give it a thumbs up because it's not the worst, but I have tried better. -
IÖGO Creamy Yogurt
I received this product for free as part of the Product Review Club. The Creamy Vanilla flavour of this yogurt was delicious. I loved eating it on its own as well as mixed in with granola and berries. It was sweet but not overpowering in taste. It... +
I received this product for free as part of the Product Review Club. The Creamy Vanilla flavour of this yogurt was delicious. I loved eating it on its own as well as mixed in with granola and berries. It was sweet but not overpowering in taste. It smelled like vanilla and the texture was very creamy, not too thick and not too runny either. Although the unique pouch packaging saved space in the fridge, I would still prefer yogurt to come in a container format. When I was done with the pouch, I cut it open to make sure I got all the yogurt out, something you can directly see in a container. Apart from this fact, my family and I really enjoyed this. -
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. -
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