traceymconley
Member Since: February 28, 2017Reviews
YSL LOVESHINE LIPSTICK
YSL Loveshine Lipstick 44 Lavalliere is a pretty nude shade with a nice pink undertone. It has a non-sticky, sheer, lightly coloured finish that made my lips look natural and moisturized. The color is somewhat buildable, but I think it is best for... +
YSL Loveshine Lipstick 44 Lavalliere is a pretty nude shade with a nice pink undertone. It has a non-sticky, sheer, lightly coloured finish that made my lips look natural and moisturized. The color is somewhat buildable, but I think it is best for a natural look. It feels like a good quality lip oil, very silky, and my lips still felt good later in the day. -
Aveeno® Calm + Restore Daily Face Moisturizer Mineral SPF 30
I’ve been using Aveeno Calm and Restore daily moisturizer with SPF 30 for about a week, in place of my usual product. Overall, I can say it seems to do what it claims to do! I haven't had any breakouts, and my complexion seems even and quite well... +
I’ve been using Aveeno Calm and Restore daily moisturizer with SPF 30 for about a week, in place of my usual product. Overall, I can say it seems to do what it claims to do! I haven't had any breakouts, and my complexion seems even and quite well hydrated. For me, a daily SPF product is a must, and as you may have noticed, those products can be heavy, chalky and difficult to spread. This one spreads quite evenly, and as you can see in my photos, also absorbs quite evenly and doesn’t leave much residue. It DOES have a slight tint, a very light one, so I can’t guarantee this will work for every skin tone. I would like this product even better if it were completely untinted.
So what else can I say about it? It’s a little heavier than what I would normally use, but at the same time, surprisingly light and easy to apply for a mineral based product. It’s gentle on skin, containing oat and something called feverfew, which, when I looked it up, apparently increases our skin’s antioxidant ability. It doesn’t have any added artificial fragrance, another bonus, I only detect a slight oatmeal scent, which makes sense given the ingredients.
I feel comfortable recommending this product to anyone wanting a mineral based SPF product that also has moisturizing capabilities. One of the best things you can do for your face is keep it protected from sun damage, if you haven’t been doing so, get on it now!
Will it replace my regular product of choice? Probably not, solely for the reason that I prefer a product that has no tint. Otherwise, Aveeno has delivered a product that seems well worth the investment.
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McCafé® French Vanilla Coffee K-Cups
I'm not a "need coffee every day to wake up" type of coffee drinker, but I do make special coffee drinks for myself several times a week because it's comforting, and they're yummy! So about these Keurig pods: 1. Smell amazing brewing because they... +
I'm not a "need coffee every day to wake up" type of coffee drinker, but I do make special coffee drinks for myself several times a week because it's comforting, and they're yummy! So about these Keurig pods: 1. Smell amazing brewing because they are vanilla! Doesn't smell fake,has a nice, mellow vanilla aroma. 2. Taste is 😘 you can definitely taste the vanilla, but again, it's not overpowering, it just adds a nice, happy-making touch of vanilla goodness to a full-bodied, rich cup of coffee.
I know some people don't like K-cup pods for a variety of reasons. I like them because I can try different flavours like this without a huge financial commitment and because they are super convenient. I also like that the beans are ethically sourced, AND the components are recyclable.
Swipe through my photos to see the yummy drink I made by adding frothed dairy-free "creamer"!
I wholeheartedly recommend these to flavored coffee drinkers (and you coffee purists might be pleasantly surprised too)! 👍👍
- Product received for free from Butterly.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Chapman's Super Premium Plus Cold Brew Coffee
This is just amazing! I wasn't sure what to expect as I haven't often found coffee flavored ice cream and when I have it sometimes doesn't taste very authentic. This tastes just like a cold brewed coffee! It's creamy and rich and full of... +
This is just amazing! I wasn't sure what to expect as I haven't often found coffee flavored ice cream and when I have it sometimes doesn't taste very authentic. This tastes just like a cold brewed coffee! It's creamy and rich and full of scrumptious coffee flavour! This is an ice cream you won't want to share with your kids. 😆 It would taste great with a slice of vanilla (or chocolate) cake, but equally enjoyable on a cone. It's a small container but perfect for a few servings just for you! One last thing, there are no eggs or nuts so if you have one of those allergies, this is still for you! -
St. Ives® Soft Skin Avocado & Honey Scrub
First, this product has a nice, light and pleasant fragrance. Because I don't use abrasive products on my face, I've been using this on my arms and chest in particular, and am very happy with the results! It's not super scratchy feeling but left... +
First, this product has a nice, light and pleasant fragrance. Because I don't use abrasive products on my face, I've been using this on my arms and chest in particular, and am very happy with the results! It's not super scratchy feeling but left my skin smooth and even. I've used exfoliates in the past that left my skin feeling a little dry and tight, but this has left my skin feeling moisturized and clean! I do think if you like to use exfoliates on your face, this one is on the gentler side, it's definitely not a rough scrub like some products. Extra bonus (and super important to me), it's cruelty-free! -
hello® goodbye plaque, hello whitening fluoride free toothpaste - natural peppermint
I received this toothpaste free in exchange for my honest review. It's vegan, cruelty-free, and natural, with tea tree and coconut oils and zero fluoride. These are the positives. It definitely left my teeth feeling clean and my breath fresh, but... +
I received this toothpaste free in exchange for my honest review. It's vegan, cruelty-free, and natural, with tea tree and coconut oils and zero fluoride. These are the positives. It definitely left my teeth feeling clean and my breath fresh, but it almost seemed dialed down because it doesn't leave you with the big minty finish. It might just be that we are so used to equating clean with that strong, tingly minty after effect of toothpaste, that it seems odd since you don't get here. At the same time, if you hate how strong most toothpastes seem, and don't like that minty burn, this might be perfect for you. It could also be an ideal toothpaste for younger ones moving away from children's toothpaste but not ready for a strong minty blast. -
Blue Lizard Australian Sensitive Sunscreen
Before receiving this product to review, I'd never heard of this brand. I'm really happy that I know about this now! I am a fanatical sunscreen user. It's literally a part of my daily skin care routine. So I require a product that goes on... +
Before receiving this product to review, I'd never heard of this brand. I'm really happy that I know about this now! I am a fanatical sunscreen user. It's literally a part of my daily skin care routine. So I require a product that goes on smoothly and easily, dries down properly, doesn't leave a film, whiteness or tackiness, and is not heavily perfumed. THIS product checks every box. My skin felt better after putting it on, it literally felt moisturizing in addition to meeting all my other must-haves. Imagine, a mineral sunscreen that smooths on like butter and dries down with zero white film! I immediately checked to see if it was available on Amazon (it is!), because this is my new daily-wear favourite! I can't
forget to mention it's reef-friendly and dermatologist recommended for sensitive skin (and is child-friendly too)! Finally, the cap changes colour in damaging UV light, letting you know it's time to apply.
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Clarins Paris Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Silky Cream
I received this product free in exchange for my review. This glides on so incredibly easily and makes my skin feel super soft and hydrated. The texture is just so light, it's a pleasure to use and really has made some drier spots on my face feel... +
I received this product free in exchange for my review. This glides on so incredibly easily and makes my skin feel super soft and hydrated. The texture is just so light, it's a pleasure to use and really has made some drier spots on my face feel smooth and supple again. I LOVE that it isn't perfumed; as a result I've had zero of the sting you can sometimes get from scented skin care. I've been using it in the morning and it's helped my skin feel ready for the day! -
CLEAN RESERVE Sparkling Sugar
I received this perfume for review and am absolutely in love with it! It's perfect for spring and summer, with a sweet, fresh berry scent that softens into a warm, inviting, almost powder note, moving into that deeper, more musky realm of fragrance... +
I received this perfume for review and am absolutely in love with it! It's perfect for spring and summer, with a sweet, fresh berry scent that softens into a warm, inviting, almost powder note, moving into that deeper, more musky realm of fragrance (which I find matures it a bit above your typical fruity scent). It has great staying power (I could still smell it hours after application), and you don't need too much. Did I mention it's vegan and cruelty-free (ZERO animal testing)? What's not to love about that! The bottle is simple and pretty and looks good on the dresser too. This is a great new scent to try for 2023! -
DAP Eclipse® Rapid Wall Repair Patch
I received these Dap Eclipse rapid repair patches to try out and having a very old house I have several places I can use them! I've just placed one over one of the holes in the back hallway of our century home that we are fixing up. This couldn't... +
I received these Dap Eclipse rapid repair patches to try out and having a very old house I have several places I can use them! I've just placed one over one of the holes in the back hallway of our century home that we are fixing up. This couldn't be easier! I havent painted it yet as I haven't chosen a new colour at this time, but the patch went on smoothly, easily and is so thin I believe it will be imperceptible after painting. Let me tell you, these will save you a lot of time and I should add can be directly painted over immediately with no hassle! -
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