shagtownlady
Member Since: March 22, 2009Reviews
LÄRABAR Peanut Butter Cookie
I've only tried a couple of the LARABAR flavours. Some are okay, and some are really delicious! My favourite so far has been the Peanut Butter. It tastes almost exactly like a homemade peanut butter cookie, with just a hint of the dates coming... +
I've only tried a couple of the LARABAR flavours. Some are okay, and some are really delicious!
My favourite so far has been the Peanut Butter. It tastes almost exactly like a homemade peanut butter cookie, with just a hint of the dates coming through. The texture is smooth and has some chunks of roasted peanut, and it isn't too sweet but definitely satisfies my snack cravings.
The chocolate / cocoa flavoured ones are probably my least favourite, but the rest of the flavours sound delicious to me.
I like that these are pretty straightforward, with simple nutritious ingredients. They are a bit sugary, but they're a good alternative to junk food and most of the varieties taste just as good!
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Batiste Dry Shampoo Tropical Coconut & Exotic
This is one of the first dry shampoos I ever tried, and it's still my favourite! Batiste knows what they're doing when it comes to dry shampoo. This formula truly refreshes my hair when I need it, and adds volume to the roots. I can see the powdery... +
This is one of the first dry shampoos I ever tried, and it's still my favourite!
Batiste knows what they're doing when it comes to dry shampoo. This formula truly refreshes my hair when I need it, and adds volume to the roots. I can see the powdery areas where I spray it, but after brushing my hair and blending it a bit the powderyness disappears. This dry shampoo really takes away any greasiness, and makes my hair look and smell fresh again.
Batiste Dry Shampoo in Tropical smells amazing, and always reminds me of summer, although I use it year round. It isn't too sweet or "pretty" smelling - my boyfriend loves when I use it, and has actually used it himself a few times.
Batiste comes in travel sized bottle as well as the full size, and they're both generous sizes and well priced. I have never had an issue with the spray nozzle or anything on Batiste canisters, (and I've had issues with a few different canisters from OTHER brands of dry shampoo).
I would totally recommend Batiste Tropical Dry Shampoo, and will always buy it as long as it's available. It's the most reliable dry shampoo I've tried, and does it's job so well. After using this my hair looks much fresher, feels cleaner and smells amazing!
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Josie Maran Argan Tinted Moisturizer
I am a huge fan of Josie Maran's argan oil products! They are a bit pricey, but the ones I've tried are definitely worth it. This tinted moisturizer has SPF 30 and uses natural sunscreen ingredients like zinc oxide. It comes in 6 shades, (I got... +
I am a huge fan of Josie Maran's argan oil products! They are a bit pricey, but the ones I've tried are definitely worth it.
This tinted moisturizer has SPF 30 and uses natural sunscreen ingredients like zinc oxide. It comes in 6 shades, (I got Fair 1 / Crème ) and the tint provides decent coverage for imperfections and redness, plus it's somewhat buildable.
The texture is a bit thicker than some tinted moisturizers and BB Creams, but it's very moisturizing and feels protective on my skin, especially when I have to go outside in this cold, dry winter weather.
I take a small drop, pat it onto each area of my face and then blend it out. Then I can go back and build it up more if needed (I usually apply a bit more to my nose, forehead and cheeks, just to be sure I'm getting good SPF coverage there).
I love the finish of this product - it makes my skin look more radiant and evens out my complexion but still keeps me looking natural. It has a more dewy, glowy finish and just looks like my skin is more plump and hydrated.
Because the weather is so cold and dry most of the time right now, I don't add any finishing powder after applying the Tinted Moisturizer, and this still lasts almost all day on me. I would definitely need to set this with powder when using it in the warmer months, or just to give it a matte finish.
I love how easy this product is to use, and it's multiple benefits. It helps with dryness and keeps my skin more moisturized, it protects against sun damage, and it evens out my skin tone so nicely! It's probably one of the most pigmented yet natural looking tinted moisturizers I've used.
The price is $46 CAD at Sephora, or $38 USD from josiemarancosmetics.com. It's a bit expensive but worth it for a great product.
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Comptoir Sud Pacifique Vanille Abricot
This perfume is decadent and sweet but also nicely balanced. I ordered it without having smelled it before, and fell in love as soon as I received it! I love vanilla and usually love apricot fragrances, and this doesn't disappoint. The vanilla is... +
This perfume is decadent and sweet but also nicely balanced. I ordered it without having smelled it before, and fell in love as soon as I received it! I love vanilla and usually love apricot fragrances, and this doesn't disappoint. The vanilla is the stronger component, but the apricot rounds this out and gives it even more warmth.
This is something that makes me feel happy to wear. I bought the rollerball version, which I love because I can control exactly how strong I want this to be on me. i find the fragrance lasts throughout the day but it does fade, so it's nice to keep the rollerball in my purse so I can reapply if I want a refresh!
This is a beautiful scent and something you should definitely look into if you like vanilla fragrances.
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Aveeno Active Naturals Creamy Moisturizing Oil
This product is great! Now that winter weather is here I have to constantly battle against dry skin, and this lotion has really helped. I like that it has a gentle fragrance, and the texture isn't too heavy. It doesn't feel oily at all, and sinks in... +
This product is great! Now that winter weather is here I have to constantly battle against dry skin, and this lotion has really helped. I like that it has a gentle fragrance, and the texture isn't too heavy. It doesn't feel oily at all, and sinks in pretty quickly.
My hands get the driest around this time of year, and it took a couple days of applying this regularly to get them softer and comfortable again. But this lotion did help tremendously, and I think I will repurchase it once this bottle runs out.
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bareMinerals Pop of Passion Lip Oil-Balm
I got this from Sephora recently as a 100-pt Perk. I had no idea what to expect, but thought it would be cute to try! The shade I got is Plumberry Pop which is kind of a bright pink-berry colour. It's very pretty and not too warm or cool toned... +
I got this from Sephora recently as a 100-pt Perk. I had no idea what to expect, but thought it would be cute to try!
The shade I got is Plumberry Pop which is kind of a bright pink-berry colour. It's very pretty and not too warm or cool toned.
These are described as a lip balm and "color-stain". The texture looks like a very rich, soft, hydrating lipstick but the formula feels like a smooth, glossy lip balm. It melts into the lips and feels very comfortable, more so than many other lip products.
The coolest thing about this product is how much colour payoff it has! The colour is rich and vibrant when first applied, and although the top layer of product transfers and eventually wears off pretty quickly, it leaves the lips evenly stained. I love that this feels so comfortable, like I'm wearing lip balm, AND I don't have to worry too much about it because although it will wear off, it still leaves a pretty colour behind that lasts pretty long.
My only complaint about this product is the scent. It may just be the deluxe sample size that I have or a bad batch, but my product smells like plastic. The smell isn't too strong and seems to wear off, but it definitely takes away from a really amazing lip product.
The packaging on these are very durable - I don't have to worry about the cap coming off in my purse. I really love the oil-balm formula, it feels so amazing and would be perfect for those who like lipstick but want something hydrating and easy to wear.
I would definitely recommend bareMinerals Pop of Passion Lip Oil-Balms!
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Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain
I bought this in Marvelous Mauve. I find the formula of Sephora's Cream Lip Stains comparable to Kat Von D's Everlasting Liquid Lipstick, which is kind of what I was hoping! Although there are some obvious differences as well. The Cream Lip Stain... +
I bought this in Marvelous Mauve.
I find the formula of Sephora's Cream Lip Stains comparable to Kat Von D's Everlasting Liquid Lipstick, which is kind of what I was hoping! Although there are some obvious differences as well.
The Cream Lip Stain has a creamier, silkier texture than the Everlasting Liquid Lipstick. It feels very comfortable on the lips even after it's dried down. It does dry matte, but it doesn't look or feel as dry or wrinkly as other liquid lipsticks do.
It's extremely pigmented, and only requires one or two swipes to be fully opaque, but it goes on best if applied in thin layers. It doesn't really dry a total 100% and it does transfer a bit through eating, drinking etc, but it leaves a gorgeous stain that seriously lasts for hours.
One of the things that really makes me like this product is that it has a vanilla scent! I was disappointed when I got my KVD liquid lipstick and realized it has no scent (like the KVD Studded Kisses do), but Sephora nailed it with the Cream Lip Stain. It smells so yummy and makes me love this product even more.
Sephora's Cream Lip Stain is a tiny bit smaller sized than KVD's liquid lipstick, and it's about $6 cheaper. It's definitely worth the price for how long lasting it is on the lips, and for just being awesome.
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Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil Bronzer
This product have been on my wish list for so long, and now I have it I find it pretty addictive! I'm still not sure if this is the MOST flattering bronzer shade I could use, but it's still pretty great. The powder is silky and pigmented, so it's... +
This product have been on my wish list for so long, and now I have it I find it pretty addictive!
I'm still not sure if this is the MOST flattering bronzer shade I could use, but it's still pretty great. The powder is silky and pigmented, so it's easy to place and blend out.
I can't get enough of the cocoa scent, it's so good! Chocolate-scented products aren't usually my favourite (I prefer the real thing!), but this smells chocolatey in a pretty way and definitely gets my sweet tooth without being too sugary.
Milk Chocolate Soleil gives my skin a warm subtle glow, and I love that it doesn't have shimmer. That way I can add my own highlight or shimmery blush if I want, or leave it more matte or natural looking.
I'm a big fan of this product and would definitely recommend it!
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COVERGIRL Full Lash Bloom Mascara
I bought this on sale a few weeks ago and have been really impressed. This mascara is supposed to make lashes look more full and voluminous, and the formula is made with beeswax to soften it, so lashes won't feel stiff. I think this also helps the... +
I bought this on sale a few weeks ago and have been really impressed.
This mascara is supposed to make lashes look more full and voluminous, and the formula is made with beeswax to soften it, so lashes won't feel stiff. I think this also helps the mascara to not flake off throughout the day, which seems to always be an issue to some extent, but much less so with this product.
Full Lash Bloom has a synthetic brush, which is great for separating lashes and adding volume, although it can feel a bit scratchy on my eyes when applying if I'm not careful. It's supposed to have a "petal" shape, which I don't really get, but I do like it overall. It works well to lift my lashes and coats my lashes to the tip pretty well. The formula helps my eyes look more dramatic than they would with COVERGIRL's Lash Blast Volume, but still isn't too over the top.
This isn't waterproof and it does smudge if my eyes get watery, but it's way more reliable than other non-waterproof mascaras I've tried. It doesn't smudge too much onto my upper eyelid during the day, and does need a gentle makeup remover to completely take it off.
I really like this mascara, and would definitely recommend it!
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NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
I received this in the Sephora Beauty Insider Birthday Gift. The shade I have, Cruella isn't something I would have had the guts to buy for myself before, but I'm SO glad to have it now! This lip pencil has an amazing formula. Even though it's... +
I received this in the Sephora Beauty Insider Birthday Gift. The shade I have, Cruella isn't something I would have had the guts to buy for myself before, but I'm SO glad to have it now!
This lip pencil has an amazing formula. Even though it's matte it feels creamy and soft. It's definitely velvety, and very comfortable to wear, unlike some matte lip products. The pencil format makes it easy to apply perfectly, even without lip liner, and it's convenient for throwing into your purse (it does have to be sharpened though, instead of twisting up).
The shade Cruella goes on smoothly and very pigmented. It seems like a pretty universally flattering red, and it's definitely one of those shades that makes me feel more confident!
I absolutely love the scent of this - it reminds me of red Lifesaver candy, kind of tart and sweet. It isn't too strong and I don't think it's flavoured, but the scent alone made me love this product as soon as I opened it!
I haven't worn this for more than an hour without removing it myself, but during that time it wore beautifully. It did transfer a tiny bit, but the colour stayed strong on my lips. When I removed it, it definitely stained my lips a tiny bit, so I have no worries about wearing this out and relying on it to look good!
Every NARS product I've tried so far has become one of my loves, and this is no exception. The Velvet Matte lip pencil is definitely worth the price, and I will for sure be trying more of them in the future.
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