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I HATE the ubiquitous "plucked off and painted back on" brow, and have naturally almost perfect brows (wish all my features were as good), so I have avoided eyebrow pencils until recently. Thought I would try it and at least be able to use the highlighter even if I hated the pencil. I have fine blonde hair with brown eyebrows and ordered this in soft brown which was a perfect color for me. It is dual ended retractable, no sharpen pencil. The highlighter is a bright beigey "nude" color with a rounded end. The eyebrow pencil tip is angled so you can fill in with the wide flat part or draw in individual hairs with the fine tip. The highighter gave some lift and glow under my brow. The pencil defined and filled where I plucked or covere a grey. It stayed put in the summer heat, although I did not try it in the pool or running a marathon, either. It made my eyes look more polished, framed, and defined, yet really natural. It was only $15 and is especially a deal if you can score some goodies with it. If you are debating, it is worth a try.
June 15, 2012
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I usually skip the manicure because I absolutely destroy them. I normally, nick smudge or dent them when done at a salon because I am antsy. I ruin them because I am a very hands on person. Forget doing them at home. I am impatient and get polish every where. I was very skeptical, but had the cnd shellac done at a salon for a special event. It was awesome. My event was 3 days after my appointment--I had a very hectic schedule! I deep cleaned, landscaped, and they were PERFECT! Shiny and smooth. You cannot chip, break, or dent them even immediately after they are done. Your nails will grow out long before you can damage them--I am the poster child for that. The only downside is that they are a little damaging to the nails--I had 3 in a row and I do not like the idea of soaking my hands in acetone or the UV light (I do use sunscreen before I get my nails done). These are worth the money if you need your nails to look good. I hate chips and peeling polish!!! The color range is good--they could add some more colors. I like this much better than regular manicures. It only takes about a half hour to remove the old shellac and put on the new.
June 11, 2012
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I got a deluxe sample of this and was really disappointed. I put some on the back of my hands and they instantly turned red and felt irritated. When I looked at the ingredients, I was appalled that the fragrance was way at the front of the list of the green tea, cucumber, rice bran, extracts, etc. that it touts making this more of a frangrance product than a good moisturizer. Besides the huge amount of fragrance, it also contains a lot of plant oils/extracts that are known to be skin irritants, such as citronellol and limonene, and linalool . This product is also very expensive, so I would expect it to have an exceptional fragrance and/or more importantly, really hydrate my skin. This smells very much like a much less expensive Healing Garden Lotion. I absolutely would not recommend it for sensitive skin, which I have. The smell is strong, but okay. I would much prefer a perfume to this product.
May 11, 2012
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This is a great product because it is so hard to find a fragrance free shampoo. This shampoo is very basic--it does not contain fragrance or irritants found in most other shampoos, but it thoroughly cleans and leaves hair soft, shiny, and manageable. It is really nice because it does not irritate my super sensitive, allergy prone skin. It also does not cause acne. I love that it is fragrance free because I feel better using it on my child, and my husband does not complain about the floral or coconut smell as he does about other quality shampoos that I would consider buying. This is also at the top of my list because the company does not do animal testing. It does not contain extraneous, unnecessary chemicals (no such thing as hypo-allergenic--those with very sensitive skin should use effective products with as few ingredients as possible). Note that this shampoo cleans well, but in order to avoid extraneous chemicals, it does not lather so it takes a bit of getting used to. It is hard to find--I can only find it on online. It is average price.
May 9, 2012
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This is a super high quality bronzer in cheap packaging. The color is right on--very flattering! It is a fine silky powder that blends beautifully. It lasts, is buildable, and it has a radiant glow finish without being sparkly. The packaging is cheap, but effective. It has bronzer in the top compartment and a mirror and brush in the bottom. The brush is not great but works on the go. I love Fiji and especially Tahiti as a general bronzer--the bronze shades are in a checkerboard pattern. Sedona has the shades in stripes and is very versatile--the light colors can be used as a highlighter. I lke these as well as Bobbi Brown. The bronzers are not fragranced and work well as eye shadows too. I cannot find these in stores anymore and have never seen this brand advertised. Everything on their website is $3. This is my all time favorite bronzer/general makeup staple. I hope they do not go out of business. This is an exceptional must have that you really should try if you have not already.
April 28, 2012
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I don't know why Jane does not do any advertising, marketing, or free samples ever. I saw all these great reviews of their powders, blushes, bronzers, and lipkicks. The are high quality products in cheap packaging at phenomenal prices. I decided to try these Lipkicks because their website is selling everything at $3 each right now--a real steal (hope they are not going out of business--I can't find these in stores anymore). I got two. Naughty is a bright pink one shade brighter than a natural lip color. The other was rose, which is a bright raspberry. They were not exactly the colors I expected but are both very pretty, flattering, and wearable. They are very pigment creamy lipsticks that stay in place and last. Compares to high end lipsticks. If you have not tried Jane, these are awesome. You will not be disappointed.
April 28, 2012
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I have baby fine, color treated hair. This conditions well and detangles without weighing down my hair. The only things that disappoint me are that the company engages in animal testing (so I will not repurchase) and I cannot recycle the container.
April 24, 2012
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While I love the fresh, clean, not to sweet fragrance, I just cannot recommend this body lotion. I got a sample. On application it kind of pills. It is difficut to rub in and feels slimey and sticky--very odd texture. It remains waxy feeling and my hands still felt dry. The main reason I do not like this product is the ingredients. Ingredients are listed in order by the ingredient most prevelant to least. The first ingredient is water which I am guessing is to thin it (water is not hydrating--note how chapped your skin gets from hand washing). The second most prevelant ingredient is cetearyl glucoside which is an emulsifier. An emulsifier keeps the ingredients from separating. The third most prevelant ingredient is fragrance, which I find alarming. This lotion contains more fragrance than moisturizer! It is just listed as "fragrance". It does not specify whether it is synthetic or natural--it is very vague. If it is synthetic, it is not really as natural as it touts itself to be. If it contains natural citrus oils--wow! Citrus oils are known to irritate skin and should be used sparingly if at all, mixed in with beauty products. Sure enough, it made my hands sting and turn red. Glad I did not slather it on elsewhere. I would absolutely not personally endorse it for sensitive skin, or even regular use. If you like the citrusy blood orange scent, Bliss had body butters which have great citrusy fragrance, but also moisturizers and benificial ingredients up much higher on the ingredient list.
April 23, 2012
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It is a nice vibrant, spicy, energetic scent, but it made my skin break out in red bumps where I sampled it. Ginger is a known skin irritant so this is not for those with sensitive skin or even daily use. Bummer because I really like the fragrance.
April 18, 2012
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I originally like this parfum. It is a light, clear, floral blend with a note like lilies of the valley or something. It did not smell unique but pretty. I was surprised and disappointed that the scent was almost gone after it dried. This never happened to me before, so you may want to test it before you buy because it is pricey.
April 18, 2012
