shagtownlady
Member Since: March 22, 2009Reviews
BITE Beauty 5 Night Fix For Lips
This kit is so amazing! I had been thinking about trying the Agave Lip Mask but wasn't sure about the price. Finding this was perfect, because it's way more affordable and it comes with both the Agave mask and the Whipped Cherry Lip Scrub (plus a... +
This kit is so amazing! I had been thinking about trying the Agave Lip Mask but wasn't sure about the price. Finding this was perfect, because it's way more affordable and it comes with both the Agave mask and the Whipped Cherry Lip Scrub (plus a cute little reusable jar).
I'm always using lip balm, but my lips were still feeling dry before I bought this. It says 5 Night Fix, but it honestly did the job within two days! I cheated a little and used both products twice the first day, but my lips felt so amazing afterwards and the dryness literally disappeared.
The Agave Lip Mask is 0.18 oz. It looks a bit small but contains a lot of product. The mask smells delicious, like good quality vanilla, and has a thicker consistency. Once it heats up on your lips it feels more comfortable, and sinks in eventually.
The Whipped Cherry Scrub comes in a little stick like regular lip balm. It has castor oil beads to exfoliate, but they don't feel scrubby or harsh. The base is so nice, like a light lip balm that smells like some amazing cherry dessert! I really love the scent and wish Bite had more Whipped Cherry-scented products.
The scrub doesn't feel like it's scrubbing very much at first, but my lips always feel brand new a few minutes after using it. I will definitely be saving up a few pennies to buy this once I'm finished with this kit!
Both the lip mask and the scrub are made with food-grade ingredients, which explains why they both smell so addictive. And for the price, I think this is a very good deal. I have used both products way more than five times, and there is still quite a bit left.
I really love both of these products, and appreciate that I got to try them both for less than $20. I would definitely recommend this if you're interested in either of them!
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Nair Cire Divine Moroccan Argan Oil Wax
Thank you so much to ChickAdvisor for sending me this to review! I have been buying Cire Divine products for a few years now (in other scents, like Gardenia and Sensual Berries) and they have always impressed me. I've tried other waxes and some... +
Thank you so much to ChickAdvisor for sending me this to review!
I have been buying Cire Divine products for a few years now (in other scents, like Gardenia and Sensual Berries) and they have always impressed me. I've tried other waxes and some worked, but this is the only one that I know and trust to consistently give me long-lasting, smooth skin within minutes.
This one has Moroccan Argan Oil and Orange Blossom, which are both meant to help moisturize the skin. They give the wax a delicate fragrance, which would definitely be suitable for those who might be sensitive. I love the scents Nair uses for their other waxes, but they can be a bit overpowering.
Cire Divine with Moroccan Argan Oil claims to have PRO-SENSITIVE complex. This is meant to make the wax slightly less painful to use, by sticking more to the hair, not the skin. I definitely agree that this product does not stick to my skin like other waxes. I always use a bit of baby powder on my skin beforehand, and there is usually nothing to clean up afterwards. This kit comes with 3 post-waxing towelettes to remove wax residues and soothe skin, and I never feel like I have to use them after waxing with this!
There is still the normal, slight discomfort with using this wax, but the product is so much easier to use than other wax formulas, which really streamlines the whole process. Because this is mess-free, and takes moments to apply and then remove, in the end it truly is a less painful process than other waxes. I can wax both my underarms in under 10 minutes with this, which I think is pretty amazing!
This product heats up quickly and has a good consistency so it isn't dripping anywhere when you apply it. I love that it doesn't require cloth strips, and one tub lasts me a very long time since I use it mainly on my underarms and bikini.
I am so grateful for receiving this product to review and cannot recommend it enough! The new Moroccan Argan & Orange Blossom formula is even better than past Cire Divine waxes I've tried, and I really didn't think it was possible to improve upon them!
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Simple Revitalizing Eye Roll-On
The Simple Eye Roll-On is a great product for soothing my eyes. I've tried other drugstore eye soothing products before, and they're all pretty decent, but this one is different because it gets the job done in a more gentle way. I love that this... +
The Simple Eye Roll-On is a great product for soothing my eyes. I've tried other drugstore eye soothing products before, and they're all pretty decent, but this one is different because it gets the job done in a more gentle way.
I love that this doesn't have any scent at all, so it doesn't irritate my skin or my sinuses. The cooling sensation here is also very gentle and soothing, (but still effective), as opposed to some eye de-puffing products that are like a blast of menthol under your eyes!
The roller ball applicator feels nice under my eyes, and it always applies the perfect amount of product. I usually apply this, and then gently pat any excess product from under my eyes, onto my lids and brow bone.
This doesn't leave any residue on my skin after using, and it never makes my under-eye makeup smudge or crease.
Overall, this makes a big difference for me when my eyes are feeling puffy or tired (and even when they feel and look fine!). The puffiness doesn't go away instantly, but this really does diminish it a bit. It soothes and massages the eye gently, and definitely helps refresh and revitalize how my eye-area feels.
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Essential Wet Gloss Lash & Brow Clear Mascara
This is just what I need to make my brows look complete. I have kind of thick brows naturally and don't usually put too many other products on them, but this clear mascara just makes them look put together. I scrape off the excess as I pull the wand... +
This is just what I need to make my brows look complete. I have kind of thick brows naturally and don't usually put too many other products on them, but this clear mascara just makes them look put together. I scrape off the excess as I pull the wand out of the tube, and then swipe through my brows. It makes everything stay in place, and just adds a hint of healthy, natural looking shine. My brows look cleaner and neater when I use this - it's such a small thing, but it makes a huge difference!
There are two ends, one for brows and one for lashes. I'm kind of saving the lash side for when I run out on the brow side, but sometimes I use it on my lashes when I'm not wearing much makeup and it looks really nice.
For $2 this is a sweet product. It works so well and is pretty versatile - it could also be used to make a DIY glitter mascara or liner.
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Swiffer Sweeper Dry & Wet Mop
The Swiffer is a really useful household cleaning tool to have around. I sweep daily with a regular broom, and find that it never fully cleans the floors. But if I use the Swiffer afterwards, or just by itself, the floors are noticeably much more... +
The Swiffer is a really useful household cleaning tool to have around. I sweep daily with a regular broom, and find that it never fully cleans the floors. But if I use the Swiffer afterwards, or just by itself, the floors are noticeably much more clean.
The Swiffer is great for getting underneath appliances like the oven, and it works well at getting into corners and tight spaces. The dry cloths are great - dirt and hair really does cling to them, which makes cleaning up much easier.
I haven't had to try the wet cloths yet, but I like having them around in case there's a mess in the kitchen or something.
The whole thing is pretty light and really easy to handle, and feels more comfortable to use than my regular broom.
Overall this thing is pretty amazing - it makes a huge difference in the amount of lint and hair I see on the floor now, and is so easy to use.
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Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo 24HR Cream Gel Eye Shadow
I bought this in Pomegranate Punk. It's a really gorgeous, unique shade for the price. Because it's a cream shadow, I definitely have to apply primer before using this. I also like to use a little base of NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk beforehand... +
I bought this in Pomegranate Punk. It's a really gorgeous, unique shade for the price.
Because it's a cream shadow, I definitely have to apply primer before using this. I also like to use a little base of NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk beforehand, which really helps make this shade stand out more.
With primer (and when I use a bit of Milk as well) this stays put on my eyes for the whole day. It might smudge a tiny bit after a few hours, but nothing too bad.
The texture of Pomegranate Punk is pretty smooth, and if it gets a little bit clumpy it's very easy to blend it out with your fingers or a brush. I like applying this as a liner with my gel liner brush, but I've also used it all over my lid which is pretty gorgeous.
It takes some experimentation to see what technique works best to apply this product. I'm still figuring it out, but so far I prefer applying this shadow by hand (unless I'm using it as a liner obviously). It seems like it blends out better, and I get better control with how much colour I want to pack on.
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Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil
I love using this eye liner, and cannot wait to get more shades. I bought Bourbon, a "glimmering dark brown". It's perfect for defining my eyes, without looking too harsh (like my black liners can), and the glitter adds a little something extra. The... +
I love using this eye liner, and cannot wait to get more shades. I bought Bourbon, a "glimmering dark brown". It's perfect for defining my eyes, without looking too harsh (like my black liners can), and the glitter adds a little something extra.
The pigment is beautiful and rich, so you don't have to apply much. The formula is cushiony, just like UD describes it. It's the perfect creamy, soft texture so it applies exactly where you want it, without tugging at the skin.
It's easy to smudge this out if you want, or apply a precise, clean line, and wherever you apply it is where it stays. It doesn't transfer or smear around my eyes throughout the day, regardless of what primer or makeup I'm wearing. And although the staying power is perfect, this liner is really easy to remove without leaving anything behind.
There are so many shades to choose from, it's amazing! Plus I love that there are a ton of shades that have shimmer or glitter, but there are also just as many matte ones too.
I feel like this is an expensive product, but it's definitely worth the price. My eye makeup pretty much always looks better and stays longer with primer, but with this liner I don't have to use anything, and it looks fresh all day.
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Garnier Clean Nourishing Cleansing Oil
I got this to try out mainly as a makeup remover, but also for cleansing on days when my skin is feeling dry or sensitive. As a makeup remover, the Nourishing Cleansing Oil works very well! It loosens up all of my makeup, quickly and effectively... +
I got this to try out mainly as a makeup remover, but also for cleansing on days when my skin is feeling dry or sensitive.
As a makeup remover, the Nourishing Cleansing Oil works very well! It loosens up all of my makeup, quickly and effectively. It is great for removing mascara, liner and eye shadow, but it does seem a little bit harder to rinse out of my eyelashes so I have to be a little more thorough there.
The Cleansing Oil is supposed to be applied dry, and then can be washed off regularly with water. It still leaves a slight residue on my skin after rinsing, which is great for days when my skin needs a little extra moisture. Sometimes I wash my face again with my usual cleanser, and then I don't have to worry about whether I've gotten all of my makeup off.
The product has a slight fragrance which I kind of like. It's slightly artificial, but seems like it's a fruity/flowery scent, with a hint of something nutty (like macadamia oil, which is an ingredient in this).
I like using this to remove my makeup, and it's cool seeing the oil emulsify with water and become more of a cleanser. It leaves a bit too much of a residue on my skin for me to use it alone as a cleanser too often, but it's great to have around for days when my skin needs extra care.
Overall, I'm pretty impressed with this product and glad that I purchased it.
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CoverGirl Lip Perfection Jumbo Gloss Balm
These were one sale for $2 at Target, so I bought Berry Twist (#230). I love the shade, it's a perfect creamy texture with no sparkle or shimmer, that gives my lips a gorgeous pop of colour. Just one or two swipes is perfect for me, and it gives my... +
These were one sale for $2 at Target, so I bought Berry Twist (#230). I love the shade, it's a perfect creamy texture with no sparkle or shimmer, that gives my lips a gorgeous pop of colour. Just one or two swipes is perfect for me, and it gives my lips just a hint of shine. This doesn't actually look glossy on my lips unless I apply it more heavily.
These definitely have a moisturizing formula, I think even more so than other similar products (like the Revlon Matte and Lacquer Balms).
I like lip products that have no scent or flavour, just as much as I like ones that smell like mint or vanilla. But this product's downfall is that it smells like crayons! When I take the top off and go to apply it, the scent is pretty strong, and it definitely had me worrying the first time I used this. Thankfully the crayon smell either goes away or I get accustomed to it while wearing this on my lips.
I was lucky to find this on sale, because despite the scent, it's pretty awesome! The formula lasts longer than I expected, and fades away really gracefully. There are a bunch of other shades to choose from, but Berry Twist was a perfect choice for me and I can see myself using this up and having to buy another one eventually!
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NYX Cosmetics Butter Gloss
I don't wear a ton of straight up lip gloss anymore, but like to have at least one around. These are very popular my area apparently - we just got a small NYX display at Target and almost all of the lip products are sold out, especially the Butter... +
I don't wear a ton of straight up lip gloss anymore, but like to have at least one around. These are very popular my area apparently - we just got a small NYX display at Target and almost all of the lip products are sold out, especially the Butter Glosses! I found one in Vanilla Cream Pie, a light nude pink. I wish I could have gotten one of the more red or berry toned ones, but the Vanilla is really nice and layers well over some of my other lip products.
I find that most lip glosses aren't sticky at first, but they eventually become that way. I haven't had that problem yet with the Butter Gloss, and I find that it wears away evenly and nicely.
The applicator is a nice little doe foot, and the size of the lip gloss tube is small enough to fit in most purses or pockets without being an issue!
The scent isn't overpowering, just the usual faint vanilla type fragrance, and there doesn't seem to really be a flavour which is great.
I would definitely buy this again, especially if I can find some of the darker shades in my area.
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