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- HeathRene » See my profile
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I have this blush from LORAC in "Pink" and it is wonderful. It is a light but vibrant blue-toned pink that applies well and is so flattering on the skin. I have used one of these up completely and am now on my second pan. This blush is pigmented so a little goes a long way, but it is still quite easy to blend. The color is unique because it is very pink but has no shimmer. Yet it still does a great job at brightening up the skin, making your complexion look vibrant. I get a lot of compliments when I wear this and I find that it looks good with several different makeup looks. I hope LORAC never discontinues this perfect color.
September 25, 2012
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This is one of the better volumizing shampoos out there. Most that I have tried don't do much to lift my thin hair while keeping it light and bouncy. This has a fresh, light scent that my boyfriend even complimented me on. The lather is decent, but not super frothy. When I blow dry I do notice more bounce and softness in my hair on days that I use this shampoo. This also doesn't leave any residue in my hair. I have a sensitive scalp and this helps soothe it, despite there being sulfates in it. The Keihl's shampoo is certainly not cheap ($18 for just over eight ounces) but it is cheaper than the Pureology shampoo I was previously using and I think it does more for my hair than that shampoo did.
September 25, 2012
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I love using this in conjunction with the Anastasia Brow Duo. It can be used with any brow powder or eye shadow though. It is great that this is in a pencil/crayon form, rather than in a pan that you have to dip into. This stays clean looking and the pencil eliminates another brush (and another brush cleaning). The instructions say that this is best layered on top of a brow powder but I actually prefer to put this on my brows before I apply brow powder. This helps my brows keep their shape and it is gives the powder more staying power. I typically like more waxy brow pencils but with this I get the benefits of a waxy pencil and the precision and flexibility of a powder. I knocked off two stars just because this product seems pricey for what it is. This costs $21 and it's just a clear wax. The crayon also isn't very big. Nonetheless, if I don't see another clear wax brow product in the form of a pencil/crayon, I will definitely buy this one again. I love it and it provides so many different benefits to your brows.
September 21, 2012
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I purchased this duo in the Brunette colors and it is a great match for my medium brown hair. The browns have enough ash color in them that they don't show up red like so many other brow products. I love that you get two colors too so you can mix for the perfect shade or go lighter or darker in certain areas. I like using the lighter of the two browns at the start of my brow so it doesn't look stark at all and then use the darker color at my arch. I mix the two colors for the rest of my brows. It's nice to have that flexibility. I especially love this powder duo layered on top of Anastasia's Brow Fix but the fix (a clear wax pencil) is not necessary. The packaging of this is classy and compact. This will last quite some time, but when it's done I can definitely see myself repurchasing.
September 21, 2012
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The Lush massage bars are truly unique. This is a solid bar of lotion that melts on your skin. I primarily use this for actual massage but it has other uses as well. My boyfriend and I have a few different ones, but the Therapy massage bar was the first one I purchased and I have since repurchased it. The scent is light but yummy and relaxing. The shape of the bar is nice because it fits into your hand well and glides over the skin nicely. If you apply too much of this it could be a bit greasy, so use sparingly and add more if you need it. A little goes a long way. My boyfriend and I use these about once a week on each other and each bar still lasts a few months. I also like to keep a massage bar on hand in my room to moisturize my hands and or feet before bed. Therapy massage bar is very multipurpose and fun to use. I'd highly recommend these!
September 19, 2012
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I was so looking forward to this shampoo and the conditioner that is meant to accompany it. The Peter Lamas range uses organic, vegan ingredients and I had read some positive reviews. Unfortunately, this really didn't work for me. Both the shampoo and conditioner smell like cheap drugstore products. The shampoo lathered nicely enough but when I dried my hair I didn't see any extra volume and my hair looked dull, felt dry, and even a little coarse. For someone with baby fine, soft hair, this was concerning. I'd be willing to put up with the coarse texture IF I had achieved lots of volume, but that was not the case. From start to finish, I did not enjoy using this shampoo at all.
September 18, 2012
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This is one of the first lip stains that I tried and thank goodness others I have tried since have been more effective. This isn't much of a stain at all. This is a liquid consistency that seems to just run off your lips. Although it isn't totally patchy like some can be, it gathers at the center of the mouth and doesn't give an all over even color. It just doesn't give much color at all. I had a deluxe sample that came in a kit and I diligently used it, hoping it would work in different ways. The only way this became workable for me was when I took the extra time to layer it, applying then letting it dry and applying again a few more times. I would then apply a dark lipstick over it, just using the stain as a base. This is really the only way it "worked". For that, this stain/tint is not worth the $29 Benefit charges.
September 18, 2012
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I bought this on a recommendation and have really loved using this. I have fair skin so I have to be careful with bronzers because they can look muddy or orange on me. I bought this in the shade 03 and it works well for me. A little goes a long way, but it isn't tedious to apply at all. The formula is actually quite forgiving. There is no shimmer so this is great for contouring the face. I see this little compact lasting me a very long time. Although this is a powder, it is rather moisturizing which is what I think makes this so long lasting. Sometimes bronzers can go patchy as the day goes on but I have not had that issue with this at all. I have to dock some stars just because this is a $50 bronzer which seems exorbitant. Luckily, it doesn't seem that I will have to repurchase this for quite some time.
September 11, 2012
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This was actually the first top coat that really did what it promised. It added shine and protection to my at-home manicures. The problem with this is the application. This top coat applies really thick and kind of gloopy. Even though this is meant to be quick-drying, it didn't really help my manicure dry much faster than typical top coats. If I didn't wait very long for my colored polish to dry, this would actually pull the color. Sometimes this was so thick to apply that if I wasn't careful it would mess up the two colored coats I had meticulously applied. This formula is also quite susceptible to air bubbles. I would often find that I had little air bubbles in my manicure from the top coat after I finished. I much prefer Seche Vite as a top coat. It's the same price point, applies much easier and reaps the same benefits and more than the OPI top coat.
September 10, 2012
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I have recently gotten a few Deborah Lippmann polishes and have been really impressed. What stands out about Deborah Lippmann's range is how prolific her color selection is. Her colors really capture the tone and trend of the upcoming season. I have been looking to her collections for the latest "it" nail color. Apart from trends, the colors really have a wonderful payoff and are quite flattering against the skin. These apply really well, going on smoothly, even if your application isn't perfect. The finish is indicated in the description which is very helpful. This way you know if you are buying a more sheer finish or something that is more creamy and opaque. The wear for these polishes is decent. I haven't had any chipping, however the color does start to recede after a couple of days. These polishes touch up quite well though...the color blends nicer than many of my other polishes. I don't like that some of her special collection colors cost more. These polishes typically retail for $16 which is already expensive, but certain "special" colors cost $18-$20. This i think is pushing it. Lippmann's polishes do not contain many of the harmful ingredients included in most typical polishes which is yet another benefit of her range.
September 10, 2012
