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Member Since: January 29, 2019Reviews
Neutrogena® Hydro Boost Night Pressed Serum
I have never tried a "pressed serum" before, and I wasn't disappointed. This product is a unique consistency, similar to a gel-cream hybrid and feels slightly bouncy. A little goes a long way, there's barely a dent in my container though I've been... +
I have never tried a "pressed serum" before, and I wasn't disappointed. This product is a unique consistency, similar to a gel-cream hybrid and feels slightly bouncy. A little goes a long way, there's barely a dent in my container though I've been using the product regularly for weeks. I use this the same way I would use a sleeping mask after I've cleansed my face for the night. I choose to do as light of a layer as possible, but you could probably use a thicker layer for added moisture especially for those who have dry skin. It absorbs right into the skin upon initial application and doesn't leave any greasiness or shininess. It is noncomedogenic which I can appreciate because I constantly deal with blocked pores. I love how supple my skin feels in the morning, and this has easily become a go to product in my collection. -
Neutrogena® Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Serum
This gel like serum makes for a great base layer for your moisturizer if you have drier skin, or a standalone moisturizer if you have oilier skin. It sinks into the skin effortlessly, and leaves your face feeling hydrated without being sticky or... +
This gel like serum makes for a great base layer for your moisturizer if you have drier skin, or a standalone moisturizer if you have oilier skin. It sinks into the skin effortlessly, and leaves your face feeling hydrated without being sticky or dry. The packaging is sleek, and I like that the bottle is clear so that you can see how much product you have left. I'm not a fan of the dropper as it's harder to control how much product you release compared to a regular dropper. For example, I could use less than one full dropper per application, but the button isn't precise enough and causes more product than I'd prefer to be released. Regardless, this product itself works great underneath my daily moisturizer, doesn't feel heavy on the skin, and gives my skin some much needed extra moisture that lasts throughout the day. -
Schmidt's Rose + Vanilla Natural Deodorant
I received this product for free from Chick Advisor for review purposes. This couldn’t have come at a better time as I’m on the hunt for a natural deodorant and the one that I just recently purchased gave me a terrible rash. I’m not the... +
I received this product for free from Chick Advisor for review purposes. This couldn’t have come at a better time as I’m on the hunt for a natural deodorant and the one that I just recently purchased gave me a terrible rash.
I’m not the biggest fan of rose scented products and find that that’s all I smell, I don’t really get any notes of vanilla. That being said, I really only notice the scent upon initial application and not throughout the day, so I’m not bothered.
You apply by holding it under your arm for a moment so that the product can warm up using your body heat and then swipe twice and you’re good to go. The texture is softer and a bit grainy in comparison to traditional deodorant or antiperspirant so a little goes a long way.
I didn’t notice any tackiness, and found that it performed just as well as any other deodorant, except that it’s free of aluminum, propylene glycol, parabens, phthalates, and artificial perfume. Will definitely be using the coupon included to purchase another one (just in another scent).
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Mott's Clamato Reserve
I love making Caesars, and like them to be extra spicy, so I was excited to try this as it has fire roasted jalapeños in it. Unfortunately, the kick I was expecting wasn't there, and I still had to add hot sauce to get the spice level I was... +
I love making Caesars, and like them to be extra spicy, so I was excited to try this as it has fire roasted jalapeños in it. Unfortunately, the kick I was expecting wasn't there, and I still had to add hot sauce to get the spice level I was looking for. Aside from this, I found the mixer to be tasty, not too salty, and not too thick. I do find that it's better once it's been chilled so that you don't have to use ice, as the ice waters it down really quickly and the taste isn't as strong. As for accessibility, it actually took me a while to hunt this down in stores. I checked at many of the locations listed, but wasn't able to find it until the fifth location. -
Dial Pure Micellar Foaming Hand Wash Juniper
This is a light, foaming soap that does a surprisingly good job at cutting through grease and dirt on the hands. It smells lovely, and the scent lingers for a while after your hands have been washed. It is not overly drying, and I don’t feel the... +
This is a light, foaming soap that does a surprisingly good job at cutting through grease and dirt on the hands. It smells lovely, and the scent lingers for a while after your hands have been washed. It is not overly drying, and I don’t feel the need to moisturize after. I also like how the bottle looks at the sink, it’s not overly large or clunky. -
Becel Unsalted Plant-Based Bricks
I received this product free for review purposes. This plant-based brick behaves much like margarine with the texture and taste of butter. I cooked and baked with it in the same way that I would use regular butter and didn't notice a difference in... +
I received this product free for review purposes.
This plant-based brick behaves much like margarine with the texture and taste of butter. I cooked and baked with it in the same way that I would use regular butter and didn't notice a difference in taste.
I think this is a great alternative for individuals looking to transition to a plant-based diet, or already consuming a plant-based diet.
That being said, I don't think there's much of a difference between this and regular margarine other than the packaging and presentation.
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got2b POWDER'ful Volumizing Styling Powder
This is a product that has been in my collection for years! I typically use this after I've heat styled my hair and want a little bit more volume in certain places. I find that it works best for my thin hair when I also tease it. It is a very... +
This is a product that has been in my collection for years! I typically use this after I've heat styled my hair and want a little bit more volume in certain places. I find that it works best for my thin hair when I also tease it. It is a very small bottle compared to usual hair products, however a little bit goes a long way. I typically don't have an issue getting it to blend into my hair however I think having a darker powder for dark coloured hair would be beneficial just to ensure that it would be less noticeable especially if using at the back of your head where you can't really see. Definitely a cheaper option to some of the more expensive volumizing powders on the market. -
got2b Flex Insta Hold Hairspray
This hairspray claims to be flexible, non-sticky, and fast drying -- all of which it is! I was pleasantly surprised to see that the product follows through on all claims. I typically use hairspray to keep down flyaways and baby hairs when wearing... +
This hairspray claims to be flexible, non-sticky, and fast drying -- all of which it is! I was pleasantly surprised to see that the product follows through on all claims. I typically use hairspray to keep down flyaways and baby hairs when wearing my hair up. This spray does a great job at that, lasting all day and doesn't make my hair feel crunchy or hard which I love! I can touch the area where it is without any sticky residue as well and haven't noticed any white flakes in my hair either. Upon initial application, this spray does have quite a strong alcohol scent, but it does dissipate quickly and leave a faint fruity/floral scent which also wears away quickly. I only need a couple of sprays to do the job, so this huge bottle will last me a long time! -
Neutrogena All-in-One Make-up Removing Cleansing Wipes Singles
I have recently stopped purchasing makeup wipes to help reduce waste, however I still have some left which I save for travelling. These are perfect for that as they are individually wrapped which makes it easy to toss into your purse, carryon... +
I have recently stopped purchasing makeup wipes to help reduce waste, however I still have some left which I save for travelling. These are perfect for that as they are individually wrapped which makes it easy to toss into your purse, carryon, makeup bag, etc. and also ensured that the wipe stays moist and that there's no chance of contamination or drying out. I took these travelling with me and was pleasantly surprised at how well they removed makeup. I was able to use one wipe to remove a full face of makeup including eyeshadow and mascara. The only residue that it didn't fully remove was eyelash glue, however this is reoccurring issue no matter what product I use. It was also convenient in the sense that I was on a very short trip so I didn't need to bring a whole package of wipes, and I could dispose of it and the packaging without having the repack it into my carryon. That being said, I will not repurchase them as I feel like they produce too much waste especially being individually packaged, though the product itself is a great makeup removal wipe. -
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Sunscreen SPF30
I've recently been in the market for a new face moisturizer with SPF, so this came at the perfect time! This product is an opaque, light blue cream that's lightly fragranced and doesn't have the typical strong sunscreen scent, which I can... +
I've recently been in the market for a new face moisturizer with SPF, so this came at the perfect time! This product is an opaque, light blue cream that's lightly fragranced and doesn't have the typical strong sunscreen scent, which I can appreciate. A little goes a long way, and I find that it evenly applies to the face and is absorbed faster than usual sunscreen products. It also doesn't feel thick, and I haven't noticed a white cast when taking photos with flash. Usually products with SPF sit on my combination-oily skin and cause me to get oilier quicker than if I had just used a regular moisturizer but I find that this product applies nicely and doesn't sacrifice the longevity of my makeup. -
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