Sophieb
Member Since: January 9, 2016Reviews
Benefit Cosmetics They're Real! Mascara
I was at my local drug store looking for a new mascara. I did a quick Google search and this product came up over and over again on every site. TBH, I found the price a little bit on the high side, but thought it was worth trying. I would say that... +
I was at my local drug store looking for a new mascara. I did a quick Google search and this product came up over and over again on every site. TBH, I found the price a little bit on the high side, but thought it was worth trying. I would say that it's worth every dollar that you pay, but I'd be lying if I said that I would prefer it more at the $20 price point. LOL. I have very long lashes, but at 45 years old, they're not as thick as they used to be. I refuse to wear false lashes, and don't really have the time, money, nor the inclination to go and get extensions put on.
From the very first moment I put on the first coat, I noticed a huge difference relative to nearly every other brand of mascara I've used. I finished doing my makeup and opened the bedroom door to leave for dinner, and the very first thing my husband said was 'whoa, your eyes look amazing, did you do something different?'
Okay, so he didn't know what exactly I had done differently, but considering that I had changed nothing else, and considering how impressed I was with the mascara myself, I knew what he was referring to.
Even at $31 a tube, I would definitely buy this product again.
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essence Gel-Look Topcoat Nail Polish
Excellent, inexpensive product that makes your at-home manicures look like a salon job, or a shellac without the expense, and without the harsh removal of shellac. Turns an ordinary polish job into a high gloss, "plump" shellac-looking finish... +
Excellent, inexpensive product that makes your at-home manicures look like a salon job, or a shellac without the expense, and without the harsh removal of shellac. Turns an ordinary polish job into a high gloss, "plump" shellac-looking finish instantly.
Highly recommend this product. Would also recommend using in conjunction with Essence Nail Art Express Dry Drops.
I can apply 2 coats of nail polish, and one coat of this top coat, finished off with the drying drops and I'm ready to go!
NOTE: Nails aren't CURED fully, but you are able to do light work, or in my case, go to bed, and not get sheet marks the next morning.
Would never consider doing my nails again without both products.
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essence Nail Art Express Dry Drops
Superb product - recommended buy! I've been using this product for several months now, and have convinced many friends to buy it too! I routinely do my nails late at night, and as a result, get lovely sheet marks on my nails by morning. I can apply... +
Superb product - recommended buy!
I've been using this product for several months now, and have convinced many friends to buy it too!
I routinely do my nails late at night, and as a result, get lovely sheet marks on my nails by morning.
I can apply two coats of nail polish, followed by a top coat (Essence Gel-look Plumping Top Coat), followed by 1-2 drops of the express dry drops, and presto, dried (NOT CURED) instantly. I have enough time between finishing my nails and going to bed to never again wake up with sheet marks on my nails.
I actually enjoy regularly doing my nails at home now because I won't make time to go to a salon, and because it dries so quickly, I don't have to set aside an hour or more at home to do my nails and allow them to dry properly.
Get these drops! You won't regret it, and the product is CHEAP!
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Revlon Nail Brightener
The search is over - finally! I am constantly in search of the perfect french manicure nailpolishes, and I have more pink/light pink nailpolishes than I care to admit to. On a whim, I decided to purchase the Revlon Nail Brightener, not for actual... +
The search is over - finally!
I am constantly in search of the perfect french manicure nailpolishes, and I have more pink/light pink nailpolishes than I care to admit to.
On a whim, I decided to purchase the Revlon Nail Brightener, not for actual bleaching or "brightening" of the natural nail, but just as an option over clear coat or pink.
It turns out, this has ended my search for the ultimate french manicure look!
I work on a computer all day, and cook a LOT, so long nails are not an option (and not over hygienic).
I put two coats of the nail brightener on, followed by a top coat, and WOW - my nails look salon professional all week long.
There is no streakiness, and I've been using the same bottle for months and there's no gloopiness or thickening of the product.
My nails look healthy, professional, and classy, but without the salon price! From start to finish, it takes less than 30 minutes between the two coats, the top coat, and drying drops.
LOVE, LOVE, LOOOOOVE this product.
Don't know if I'll go back to opaque pinks again after this!
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Downy Unstopables In-Wash Scent Boosters - FRESH
Great scent when clothes first come out of the washer and dryer, but doesn't last as long as I thought it would've, especially on linens which can be stored for weeks before used. It was ok, but I wouldn't go out of my way to buy this product again.
Great scent when clothes first come out of the washer and dryer, but doesn't last as long as I thought it would've, especially on linens which can be stored for weeks before used. It was ok, but I wouldn't go out of my way to buy this product again. -
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Citrus
Great to have a container in almost every room, especially during cold and flu season. Leaves everything smelling very clean too!
Great to have a container in almost every room, especially during cold and flu season. Leaves everything smelling very clean too! -
So delicious coconut milk nog beverage
Superb product! I was offered this as a dairy alternative at a family member's home over the holidays, and I was blown away by the creaminess and authenticity of this product. It tasted EXACTLY like eggnog made with cream! No weird after-taste... +
Superb product! I was offered this as a dairy alternative at a family member's home over the holidays, and I was blown away by the creaminess and authenticity of this product. It tasted EXACTLY like eggnog made with cream! No weird after-taste, not sickeningly sweet, and didn't make me sick at the end of the night. This the THE BEST dairy-free eggnog I've ever had!
I've also used this instead of milk when making tea, and it makes it taste a bit like chai. DELICIOUS!
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Simple Micellar Cleansing Water
Simply said, SIMPLE CLEANSING MICELLAR WATER is SIMPLY THE BEST! This is probably the most effective cleansing product I have ever used. The feel is exactly that of water, so this can easily be used on even the oiliest skin. I've been using the... +
Simply said, SIMPLE CLEANSING MICELLAR WATER is SIMPLY THE BEST!
This is probably the most effective cleansing product I have ever used.
The feel is exactly that of water, so this can easily be used on even the oiliest skin.
I've been using the product for nearly a month now, and my skin has never looked better. There is an acutal glow to my skin! I actually look forward to taking my make-up off at night!
NOTE: I don't wear anything waterproof, so I'm not certain how effective the product would be on removing waterproof make-up, but for all other make-up, even on heavy make-up days, there's not a trace of make-up left on my skin after I've use Simple's Micellar water.
I paid around $10/bottle. In looking at prices on-line, you might be able to find it cheaper at other places, but I have as yet to find it in-store for less than $10. I got mine at SDM.
No night-time routine should be without this product.
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Haagen Dazs single serve ice cream
Hands down the BEST QUALITY, BEST TASTING ice CREAM around. This is not a "frozen dessert" or ice-milk product. This is the real mccoy! The single-serve size is the perfect amount to feel satisfied. You CAN eat to the bottom of the container and... +
Hands down the BEST QUALITY, BEST TASTING ice CREAM around. This is not a "frozen dessert" or ice-milk product. This is the real mccoy! The single-serve size is the perfect amount to feel satisfied. You CAN eat to the bottom of the container and not feel guilty! :)
The product has a good mouth-feel to it, and the taste makes you feel like you're having the most decadent treat.
Relative to other products, Hagen Dazs definitely has a more premium taste to it.
The price can be a little cost prohibitive, but you're not eating it every day.
If you're looking for a special indulgent treat, this is your best buy!
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