TheCalgarianWitch
Member Since: September 11, 2017Reviews
St. Ives® Fresh Skin Collagen Elastin Facial Moisturizer
Just got this today from Walmart, it was the cheapest face moisturizer that I trusted the brand enough to buy. I tried it as soon as I got to the car, and the hydration was fantastic! I have been wearing it all day and have already felt a difference... +
Just got this today from Walmart, it was the cheapest face moisturizer that I trusted the brand enough to buy. I tried it as soon as I got to the car, and the hydration was fantastic! I have been wearing it all day and have already felt a difference is my skin; it's way less dry, more firm and glowing as opposed to tired and dull, and I've even noticed that my skin tone appears more even.
The only downside is that the firmness I mentioned is only noticeable when I touch my skin, it hasn't shown physical results yet. However, I'm confident that they'll be more apparent after I use it for a few weeks.
For the price, you really can't be mad at this facial moisturizer!
My skin type is a combination of dry, sensitive, and acne-prone, and I highly recommend this product.
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Nutella Hazelnut Spread
Anyone who's anyone knows about Nutella, and I'm someone who loves it! This decadent spread is sweet, nutty, and packed full of subtle but rich cocoa flavour. Though probably not good for you, Nutella remains an iconic household staple, and for good... +
Anyone who's anyone knows about Nutella, and I'm someone who loves it! This decadent spread is sweet, nutty, and packed full of subtle but rich cocoa flavour. Though probably not good for you, Nutella remains an iconic household staple, and for good reason! -
Wet N Wild Mega Plump Waterproof Mascara
For reasons better left unknown, I cried my eyes out on the second day of wearing this mascara. Not only was there some running, but there were giant, wet clumps of the product all over my lashes and under-eyes. I am incredibly disappointed in this... +
For reasons better left unknown, I cried my eyes out on the second day of wearing this mascara. Not only was there some running, but there were giant, wet clumps of the product all over my lashes and under-eyes. I am incredibly disappointed in this mascara, personally. Without exposure to tears or any other wetness, it was very dry and I could feel the formula on my lashes even though I applied sparingly and slowly built up to a sleek look. Honestly? I threw mine in the trash, which I usually never go as far to do.
I've heard some good things about this product from others, and I'm glad it worked for them, but it's a major miss for me personally. Would not recommend.
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Burt's Bees Lipstick
Considering the ingredients used in this formula, it truly impresses me how pigmented they are. Though far from transfer-resistant, this is a great lipstick if you want the natural look and non-drying feel on your lips. I have two shades of this... +
Considering the ingredients used in this formula, it truly impresses me how pigmented they are. Though far from transfer-resistant, this is a great lipstick if you want the natural look and non-drying feel on your lips. I have two shades of this product and I use them both very often, since they're easy to apply and have decent staying power. If I refrain from eating or drinking too much, as well as licking my lips, I only have to reapply once during the day and I tend to wear this lipstick for at least six hours. -
Wet N Wild Megaglo Illuminating Palette
The four shades in this palette are phenomenal; they're buttery, blend well, and the pigment speaks for itself. I love that I can use the two lighter shades on my face/inner eyes and then the darker two as eyeshadow, though the formula is the same... +
The four shades in this palette are phenomenal; they're buttery, blend well, and the pigment speaks for itself. I love that I can use the two lighter shades on my face/inner eyes and then the darker two as eyeshadow, though the formula is the same. Being quite fair, the two lighter shades make for a poppin' highlight on my cheeks, and it makes all the difference in the dimension of my face.
All in all, this product is another one of my must-haves, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants a blinding highlight without paying half a grocery bill on 'higher-end' products.
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Wet N Wild Mega Length Waterproof Mascara
Great product when you're aiming for a natural look, as it coats lashes nicely without making them too thick or 'unnatural'. The waterproof claim can be debated, as it does not run when you cry or get wet though it does come off in tiny little... +
Great product when you're aiming for a natural look, as it coats lashes nicely without making them too thick or 'unnatural'. The waterproof claim can be debated, as it does not run when you cry or get wet though it does come off in tiny little flakes/clumps, which can be annoying as all hell.
For daily use on a simple makeup routine, and if you prefer to elongate rather than plump your lashes, I recommend this mascara!
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Jeffree Star Velour Liquid Lipstick
If you're usually pretty broke like me, then dishing out $18 USD on a lipstick seems pretty insane. What combats my empty bank account is the emptiness of my soul before I tried this amazing matte formula. All liquid matte lipsticks that I've... +
If you're usually pretty broke like me, then dishing out $18 USD on a lipstick seems pretty insane. What combats my empty bank account is the emptiness of my soul before I tried this amazing matte formula.
All liquid matte lipsticks that I've tried from the Walmart makeup section have disappointed me, but the Velour Liquid Lipstick has changed my makeup life. The pigment is on point in the shades I got, (Celebrity Skin and Doll Parts), and the lasting power is undeniable. Reapplying, in the case that you've been going mental with some greasy pizza or your boyfriend, is easy and doesn't make it messy if you do it properly. (Get those crumblies off and remove chunky parts before going back in with that applicator!)
In my opinion, these are worth the price, and the two shades I own have a special place in my heart.
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e.l.f. BB Cream SPF 20
This BB cream blew me away. Excellent price, great brand, and the payoff? Fantastic! It blends beautifully with my skin, (I used shade Fair), and the coverage is exactly what I wanted. It doesn't make me break out, nor does it have any other... +
This BB cream blew me away. Excellent price, great brand, and the payoff? Fantastic!
It blends beautifully with my skin, (I used shade Fair), and the coverage is exactly what I wanted. It doesn't make me break out, nor does it have any other downsides, which is hard for even me to believe. From a personal perspective entirely, this product is perfect for my skin, which is sensitive and acne-prone. I couldn't recommend this highly enough, so if you're wondering whether you should buy it, take it from me! This cream will be in my makeup bag for as long as they sell it, to be honest.
Don't pass on this if you're looking for medium coverage, blendability, a natural-looking finish, and resilience in your BB cream.
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Lubriderm Intense Dry Skin Repair Lotion
This was a huge flop for me, personally. The lotion felt heavy, a bit greasy, and although it did moisturize, my eczema broke out severely after one use and continued to when I gave the product another chance. It kept the areas moisturized for a... +
This was a huge flop for me, personally. The lotion felt heavy, a bit greasy, and although it did moisturize, my eczema broke out severely after one use and continued to when I gave the product another chance. It kept the areas moisturized for a couple of hours, and then the redness of my dots was unbelievable. I would not recommend this at all if you have a problem with heaviness from, and irritating ingredients in, your lotion.
This would probably work much better for someone with skin that's very prone to dryness and is not super sensitive like mine.
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Jergens Vitamin E Moisturizer
Though this lotion worked well for hydration, it would often leave an almost sticky or tacky feel to my skin, which I hate. Also, there is some alcohol in the ingredients, which turns me off a bit to the product overall. I have high standards since... +
Though this lotion worked well for hydration, it would often leave an almost sticky or tacky feel to my skin, which I hate. Also, there is some alcohol in the ingredients, which turns me off a bit to the product overall. I have high standards since my skin is so sensitive, dry, and I have eczema.
The texture is good, since it's more oil than cream, and as a result it feels much lighter. The hydration is excellent, though I feel that because of some of the problematic ingredients this has, it requires very frequent reapplication for skin such as mine.
I would recommend this as a relatively affordable lotion, but I would not recommend it for someone who has higher standards and or special needs for their skin.
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