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This is a very pretty powder with a shiny, slightly irredescent finish that has the perfect amount very fine glitter in it. However, you MUST have perfectly smooth, flawless skin to pull this off (under 30 crowd). If you have large pores, wrinkles, creases, scars, blemishes, or anything less than perfectly smooth skin--avoid using this product in that area--it will really magnify highlight any skin flaws. It did not irritate my super sensitive skin, but the shine (not the glitter) made me look at least 10 years older. I can only get away with it on my brow bone and arms. However, I tried some on my young daughter's cheekbones--and it was very pretty on her. Ladies, this shimmer powder is like the thong or Speedo of makeup--even though you may be in good shape, only super models can (and should) pull these off and look good. You don't necessarily have to be a super model, but you do need flawless skin.
October 19, 2010
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This is a nice, gentle makeup remover. It did not irritate my super sensitive skin. I massaged it into my skin and rinsed with warm water. My face felt very soft, comfortable, and clean. I swiped some toner on a cotton ball. There was almost no makeup residue or dirt on it so it did a good job, It is fragrance free, but a bit expensive, unless you get a gwp. I will definitely use up my sample and consider buying a full size, especially when my combination skin gets drier in the winter months.
October 19, 2010
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I used to use this years ago when it first came out. The eyeliner used to be much creamier and apply better. Now it is much drier and skips. I like the fact that you can switch out the cartridges. The automatic pencil works well--no sharpening or breakage. I like the smudger on the other end. It is soft and works well. Love the colors, especially plumwood. It did not irritate my super sensitive skin and lasts pretty much throughout the day (not waterproof, though). The skipping and the price are the deal breaker for me.
October 18, 2010
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My favorite color is russet. It is a terracotta like color. The color is spot on. It is shiny, moisturizing, non-sticky and long lasting for a gloss. It is reasonably priced and has no taste or fragrance. It is non-irritating and does not creep. It is highly pigmented and nice to wear alone or add richness to a lipstick. Love it!
October 18, 2010
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I have to say I tried a sample of this and I hated it. The packaging is great. It is creamy and almost waxy. I massaged it into my skin well and rinsed with warm water and wiped it of with a damp face cloth. It really did not come off. In fact the water beaded (like at a carwash). It is very heavily fragranced and badly irritated my skin. It made it red, burn, and itch the rest of the night. I washed my face again with my regular cleanser and was shocked how much dirt and oil still came off in my face cloth. It is very expensive-much better stuff out there at a more reasonable price. I have sensitive combination skin, and have irritation issues withe Estee Lauder skin care products from time to time, but usually their products work well. I was surprised and disappointed with how bad this product was. Maybe I'll try it on the car...
October 18, 2010
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I got a free sample of color Q110. I did not care for this bronzer at all. The best thing about this bronzer is the price and the fact that it did not irritate my sensitive skin plus it has staying power. I did not like the color--too orangey and not natural looking. I did not care for the texture. It had visible silver glitter in it. It was not as fine and silky as other products and not as pigmented as I expected. There are much better options at the drugstore, keep looking
October 18, 2010
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I got this in the shade recommended for me based on my foundation shade. The color is innocent flush. It is very silky and applies nicely. It is easy to blend, natural looking, and really foolproof. I have a light to medium complexion and it was a nice healthy looking peachy blush. It is very sheer and not too highly pigmented. I noticed how sheer it was and really tried to intentionally cake it on, and it still looked natural--like I had a natural warm glow and was not wearing blush. The price was right, it will be gorgeous for late fall, winter, and early spring. I don't think it would show up on my skin if my tan had not faded a lot, and I am skeptical whether if it would work for you if you have a medium to dark complexion. None of the colors were very dark or bright to begin with. I would not be afraid to try any of them on a lighter skin tone.
October 17, 2010
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I could not find a place for Clinique's blushwear cream stick so I will review it here. It is blush in a gel that comes in a fat lipstick like tube that swivels up. It has a flat surface. I generally do not like cream blushes because they remind me of "rouge" and are hard to apply unless you are going for the hooker look. This is very sheer and easy to blend and it dries down like a powder blush so it is not greasy. I tried it in "Rosy" It was an peachy pink color that warms your face. It does fade after a couple of hours, but does look natural. I have sensitive combination skin and it did not irritate, but felt slightly dry (not as much as Bobbi Browns Pot Rouge). I have light to medium skin so I am not sure how well it would show up on medium to darker skin tone, but is great for fair to light skin. The texture of this is probably best for normal to combination skin. I am not sure how this would feel on really dry or last on oily skin. This is a great product to use with stick foundation for quick, casual makeup application, especially convenient for traveling or your purse--no powdery mess. Not my favorite blush, but definitely worth getting at least one for your makeup bag.
October 17, 2010
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This product is appropriate for those with sensitive skin. It did not irritate my combination skin and felt good and moisturizing. It has a more emollient texture than I prefer, but did not feel greasy or break out my skin. It contains ingredients that are soothing and beneficial to your skin, unfortunatedly the jar packaging compromises this by exposing the antioxidants to air and promoting bacteria growth. The price is expensive considering the potency of the beneficial ingredients will break down quickly leaving you a standard, yet non-irritating moisturizer.
October 17, 2010
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I got this in a tube as a sample and was prepared to rate it a 9 or 10 because I liked the formula very much. When I saw the packaging it comes in for purchase, I was very disappointed and changed my mind. The tube the sample came in kept the product clean (especially important for a product used by your eyes), allowed more control over the amount dispensed, and kept the ingredients potent and safe from the oxygen in the air (important for the ANTIOXIDANTS you are paying so much for. The jar exposed the product to oxygen rapidly comprimising the great ingredients, encouraging bacteria growth, wasting product, and messy for those of us with long nails. The product itself is a silky silicone feeling gel that hydrates, but also quicky absorbs as to not mess up your eye makeup. It actually makes for a nice smooth finish that makes it apply better in my opinion. It has beneficial ingredients and does not irritate my very sensitive skin. It say dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested, but that does not mean anything at all as cosmetics are not regulated (absolutely no standards it must meet). It is also expensive. It might be worth the splurge if it came in the tube form that the sample came in.
October 17, 2010
