quiche2329
Member Since: March 1, 2017Reviews
Avene Triacneal
On first use this product blew me away! I actually received it as a sample after a lengthy chat with the skincare specialist at Shoppers one afternoon..i tried it that night and could not believe the difference overnight! I was battling hormonal... +
On first use this product blew me away! I actually received it as a sample after a lengthy chat with the skincare specialist at Shoppers one afternoon..i tried it that night and could not believe the difference overnight!
I was battling hormonal acne after coming off the contraceptive pill and having a really awful time with my skin. Applied this to my acne spots at night and by morning such a visible difference. Did the same the next night and again, noticable difference. I went straight back to Shoppers and bought the full size.
My constant hormonal acne has since almost gone but i do still get pimples/acne spots around that time of the month. But i dont worry about it because i know that by putting this on (and may i add you need to use the tiniest amount each time!) by the morning it will be seriously reduced or gone. It honestly is amazing.
I have since read up on this product and it seems that it is quite revolutionary..the long and short of it..it encourages your acne to eat itself. Hey..whatever gets it gone!
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Essie Bikini So Teeny
My go to light bue polish! I am not one of those people who is an Essie polish fanatic. I like it but it really isn't my go to polish. Would it be if the pricepoint was a little lower, possibly yes. I struggle to find polish that doesn't chip at... +
My go to light bue polish!
I am not one of those people who is an Essie polish fanatic. I like it but it really isn't my go to polish. Would it be if the pricepoint was a little lower, possibly yes. I struggle to find polish that doesn't chip at the slightest activity so i like to test out different ones.
This shade though! I will buy again and again. Its the nicest light blue i have been able to find and i always get a ton of compliments when i wear it. It lasts well and i dont have to apply 3 coats to get it to where i want it to be. I have purchased others brands' light blues but for me they just dont compare to Essie's.
Essie - you got me on this one!
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NIVEA 2-in-1 Moisturizing Primer Dry to Sensitive Skin
Another straight forward, easy, effective product from Nivea! I have used NIvea a lot in the past, admittedly not in the last few years though so was happy to receive this product to test out #gotitfree I have very dehydrated, dry skin so i m not... +
Another straight forward, easy, effective product from Nivea!
I have used NIvea a lot in the past, admittedly not in the last few years though so was happy to receive this product to test out #gotitfree
I have very dehydrated, dry skin so i m not always happy about how my make-up looks when applied. Some face products can draw attention to my dry patches so i always always moisturize before applying make up, no matter whether a full face or just an everyday quick coverage routine. I dont always use primer for an everyday out the door look but when i am going on a night out or i know i need my make up to last all day i do.
As a primer for an all day fuller face look i am still testing this product out as i've only been using a week or so and only had one instance of a fuller face make-up day - on the one evening i did use it my foundation did apply really well though and my foundation didn't separate later in the night - which is a big plus for me! But as a moisturizer/primer for everyday i really love it. I noticed that my skin looked brighter and more even-toned on using it and my dry patches were definitely not emphasized.
I dont always go for 2-in-1 products like this because i worry that they will be a waste of money and not do both jobs effectively. This isn't the case with this one. I felt that it moisturized enough and primed enough, which is excellent for me as its one less layer of stuff i have to put on my face. Thats why i love trying things like this for free. It's a no risk way to find a few product to become part of my routine.
I am for sure going to check out the Nivea section in future because a few years ago i had quite a few lines from this brand, but then they kind of dropped off my radar.
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Annabelle Cosmetics Eyebrow Pencil
Meh. Its ok. I use it but i wont buy it again. I only recently jumped into the "eyebrow game" and i think i would be happier with another product. This one is a little too "stiff". I know its a pencil but its just not doing it for me. I do use it... +
Meh. Its ok. I use it but i wont buy it again.
I only recently jumped into the "eyebrow game" and i think i would be happier with another product.
This one is a little too "stiff". I know its a pencil but its just not doing it for me. I do use it and it does obviously do something to my brows, but i dont feel it makes my eyebrows look the best they can.
I do really like Annabelle as a range, this product just didnt work out for me.
Weird fact: I have used this to lightly contour with when i forgot my bronzer and contour kit on a weekend away..and randomly..it worked!
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President's Choice White Corn and Black Bean Salsa
Our go to salsa! I feel sad when i have to use a salsa that isnt this one if we are in a pinch needing it last minute ad dont have any. This is by far the nicest salsa we have bought (and keep buying!) Love the corn and beans in it, makes it a... +
Our go to salsa! I feel sad when i have to use a salsa that isnt this one if we are in a pinch needing it last minute ad dont have any.
This is by far the nicest salsa we have bought (and keep buying!) Love the corn and beans in it, makes it a little more interesting and also means its ideal to use it for other things other than just dipping your chips in (if you so desire!) We use ours in sandwiches, mixed through couscous/quinoa, in wraps, on eggs, on salmon/chicken, on avocado..possibilities are endless.
My only gripe is that at the full price of around $4 (i think) its too pricey. We stock up when it comes on sale for $1.99 / $2.49. It also often has PC Plus points with it, so bonus!
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Sephora
I do love a walk around Sephora. I love treating myself on there and i love testing out products i have seen online and in store. Have my interactions with the staff there made a great place to shop? Not always.In fact i think its the area that... +
I do love a walk around Sephora. I love treating myself on there and i love testing out products i have seen online and in store.
Have my interactions with the staff there made a great place to shop? Not always.In fact i think its the area that lets them down.
Sometimes i know what i want, so i go in, get it, get out. Sometimes i want opinions,product info, samples etc. Too many times on the latter occasion do i feel like the staff are too busy to help me or that they have someone else they need to/want to help. I get it..its always busy in there but really thats not my problem.
Dont get me wrong i have maybe 3 particular visits (and compared to the amount i go there thats not great!) that stick with me as having had great service.
I love getting samples from Sephora. Pretty much every time i am in there and have a staff member interaction, i get samples. Because..why not. So many people dont even know that Sephora do samples.
Also, i prefer browsing in store and then buying online to take advantage of Ebates.
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Presidents Choice Blue Menu Swirl Smoothie Bar in Orange
We love these! But we find them a little overpriced. Faves are the mango. The field berry. And the Strawberry Banana. Taste great and are a good size for that after dinner/late night treat. The field berry and the strawberry/ban ones are... +
We love these! But we find them a little overpriced.
Faves are the mango. The field berry. And the Strawberry Banana. Taste great and are a good size for that after dinner/late night treat. The field berry and the strawberry/ban ones are deliciously creamy. All flavours we have tried have packed the right amount of punch flavour wise.
We used to buy them all the time when they went on sale to $4.99 but then we started thinking about the value. Did we enjoy them enough as a treat to pay that? Wouldnt we rather get a nicer ice cream/dessert? For that reason we havent had these in 6-8 months now. Would definitely buy them on the regular if they dropped to a $3.49 or so price point.
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Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polish & Miracle Gel Top Coat
I really like this top coat! I actually also use it when i am not using polish not from the Sally Hansen gel polish range. My nails seem to chip if i sneeze, using this i get a couple more sneezes in without a chip! It doesnt make my polish last 7... +
I really like this top coat! I actually also use it when i am not using polish not from the Sally Hansen gel polish range.
My nails seem to chip if i sneeze, using this i get a couple more sneezes in without a chip! It doesnt make my polish last 7 days but i have yet to find anything except and actual Shellac manicure that does!
Would i buy this if i no longer had any of the SH gel polishes..probably not. But it is good enough to use and choose over another top coat i own.
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Folgers Mountain Roast Coffee
I am that person that goes to bed thinking about their morning coffee. And my morning coffee is Folgers. We have jumped about coffee brands in the past but the last year or so we have bought nothing but Folgers. Price wise we could get cheaper or... +
I am that person that goes to bed thinking about their morning coffee. And my morning coffee is Folgers.
We have jumped about coffee brands in the past but the last year or so we have bought nothing but Folgers.
Price wise we could get cheaper or more expensive but we buy when it's in sale and I have a bunch of $2 off coupons.
We made the mistake of trying the darker roast of Folgers and did not like it. We get the medium one (the where the little arrow in the front of packaging us centred!)
We use a drip coffee machine, haven't tried it in keurig pod but if we ever did invest in one I would for sure be happy to use Folgers in it.
The one thing I wish this coffee had was a little measuring scoop in the tub.
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Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment With Avocado
I was given four sachet samples of this eye cream and i have to say i am very impressed with it the 5 or so uses i have used it for. I have very dry under-eyes and i find this to be very hydrating without being greasy or sticky and in the morning my... +
I was given four sachet samples of this eye cream and i have to say i am very impressed with it the 5 or so uses i have used it for. I have very dry under-eyes and i find this to be very hydrating without being greasy or sticky and in the morning my eyes feel fresher, smoother and less "gunky".
Hard to decide if i would consider purchasing the full size of this as it isnt cheap. I would need to test it out a little more to get my true feelings..is it love or just lust!?
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