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- HeathRene » See my profile
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I purchased this in the Japanese Rose scent and I really like it. I wanted to try the shower gel from Korres because they are natural and vegan and I had heard that their lotions are great. I like rose scents so the description of this scent intrigued me. This smells wonderful and makes my shower experience especially nice. The lather is really nice and it doesn't take too much product for my entire body (including shaving). This isn't the most moisturizing body wash, but very few shower gels are. I'd give it more stars if this was more moisturizing on my legs especially. I'd love to try the jasmine scent. I just wish they made a more moisturizing shower cream.
August 21, 2012
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I purchased the Cream Colour Base in "Pearl" to use as a highlighter on my cheeks and cupid's bow. This is perfectly shimmery without being glittery at all. It just catches the light and makes you look glowing, but still natural. This can be applied easily with your fingers or if you are like me and prefer using makeup brushes, a flat foundation brush works wonderfully. This lasts quite a long time because a little bit of product goes a long way. I have pale skin and this looks really nice on me. My friend is Filipino with much darker skin than me and she uses this same color as a highlight and she loves it too. This is a very versatile product that is easy to use and effective.
August 21, 2012
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I picked this gloss out in a coral color simply because I liked the color and finish of it when I tested it on my hand in Sephora. Unfortunately, this gloss feels so terrible on my lips I can rarely stand to wear it. This is supposed to plump your lips (it doesn't) but the tingling is so intense I can hardly bare it. The worst part is that the sensation does not subside for a long time. It takes quite a while to go away (at least an hour for me). The finish of this gloss is quite nice and they have a great selection of colors but the intense tingle is complete overkill. If you like "plumping" glosses that make your lips feel "alive" look into these, but if your lips are sensitive in the least, search elsewhere.
August 21, 2012
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I have this in vanilla and adore it. It is fatter than most chapsticks/lip balms so application is super quick. These apply really smooth and I love the light smell of the vanilla. Another big plus is that while this has a scent, it does not have a taste. This is a big benefit because it means that what I drink doesn't take on the odd taste of what is on my lips.
August 21, 2012
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I like using this in my fine hair. It helps me play up the natural wave I have. It works especially well when you blow dry but can also be used when you let your hair air dry. The smell is reminiscent of the beach and the bottle packaging is quite nice. A little of this goes a long way and you don't want to use too much or it could make your hair a bit sticky. I love using this when I want that sort of French, undone, but chic kind of hair style.
August 20, 2012
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On days when I wear makeup (unfortunately this is most days) I always use an oil cleanser as the first step in my skin cleansing routine. Origins is the best all-around oil cleanser I have found so far and I have tried a few. This is better than the Shu Uemura oil cleansers because it does not contain the pore clogging ingredient (isopropyl myristate) listed high in their oil cleansers. This is also better than the Dermalogica oil cleanser in my opinion because it is basically the same thing, for less money. You get an extra ounce and a half of Origins for $11 less than the Dermalogica PreCleanse. Comparisons aside, the Origins Clean Energy is a wonderful way to remove all your makeup in a really gentle way. This oil melts makeup in seconds. It is even safe to use on your eyes. You won't experience any stinging or irritation from this at all. This rinses clean, leaving no residue on your face, yet your skin is in no way tight or dry after using. The smell is light and slightly herbal, much like Dermalogica's PreCleanse. My ONLY gripe with this is the packaging. The bottle is beautiful and I love that I can see at any given time how much product I have left, but it does not come with a pump or a squirt cap to dispense the oil. The cap is a screw off so you have to dump the oil out into your hand. Considering that this is a slippery oil, it can make a big mess. Luckily, Origins sells pumps for this at their stores. You may also be able to get a pump at an Origins counter. The pumps are just $3, but this brings the total cost of the cleanser to $27 since the pump really is a must. The pump can be reused when you purchase your next bottle though so at least it is only a one-time purchase. I hope Origins changes the packaging for the sake of new customers. Other than the packaging faux pas, this cleansing oil is perfect and necessary for those of us who want a makeup-free face without breaking the bank.
August 20, 2012
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I bought this for those nights that I am too lazy to use my Clarisonic. Although this is apparently gentle enough to use daily, using it on top of the Clarisonic would be overkill. This is a very gentle cleanser that alone, could certainly be used daily or on a very regular basis. I love that this comes in powder form so you can rest assured that the active ingredients are more stable. This is expensive, but since it does not contain any water, you are getting more for your money and the product will last longer. It can be difficult to find exfoliating products that are this gentle so depending on your needs, this may really be worth the money for you. I'd prefer if this was an all-in-one product. This needs to be applied AFTER you cleanse your skin. I also really don't like the smell of this. I appreciate that it is not heavily scented but when this mixes with water, it smells like old wash water. This contains fruit enzymes and salicylic acid so it really works to get into your pores and keep them clean. As someone who is in a constant battle against blackheads, I really appreciate this.
August 20, 2012
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I use Rehab about once a week when my hair feels extra oily or I feel like I have product build up. This is great at getting my hair clean with just one wash. Having fine hair and an oily scalp, it can take two washes with a normal shampoo to get a nice lather and have my hair actually feel clean but Rehab does the trick on the first go. My hair is not left dry afterwards and it is still easy to comb through. This smells like lemon and herbs. I don't particularly like the smell but it's not terrible either. Some things to consider with this shampoo are that it contains lemon and salt. Lemon may not be good for those who darken their hair since it has a lightening affect. Since I dye my hair a dark brown in the winter, this shampoo is off limits until spring/summer for me. Salt is great at softening and cleansing the hair, but if you have dry hair, salt could make it worse.
August 20, 2012
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I've heard some people say that they like this perfume, but their reasoning seems to be more that they like Taylor Swift and/or the packaging of her perfume. Scent is so subjective so some may absolutely love this, but it was so sweet I couldn't stand it. This is like cotton candy, except SWEETER. It smells really juvenile. I love young, fresh scents but this just wasn't it. The packaging is also quite tacky. Even if I liked the perfume enough to buy it (I tried a sample of this) I would be embarrassed to display the bottle on my dresser. I think Taylor Swift should have it with the perfumes because there is obviously a huge demographic that loves her and would support more perfumes from her. I just think it should be something more wearable.
August 17, 2012
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I have used this shampoo both alone and with Lush's Big shampoo. I have to say it works much better for me when used in conjunction with Big. This shampoo uses beer (stout) as the main ingredient. It is even the first ingredient listed. This is meant to be very moisturizing, taming fly away hair and providing control. I have quite thin hair so I wouldn't have bought this to use on its own but I bet it would be great for someone with curly and/or unruly hair. I love using this with the Big shampoo because sometimes the Big shampoo can leave my scalp feeling dry and a bit itchy. This helps alleviate that. I just take a scoop of Big and add a squirt of Cynthia, mix the two and it is a match made in hair heaven. Luckily, the fresh smell of Big masks the boozy smell of Cynthia. A great thing about this shampoo and many from Lush is that you can buy the small, trial size to test out. This way you can test a few different ones and see how they work on your hair or in conjunction with other shampoos and conditioners. This is a truly unique shampoo and great for those whose scalps may be dry or need a really moisturizing shampoo.
August 17, 2012
