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Overall this is a good brush. I don't like that it is pricey which is probably the biggest neg. It picks up BE blush well and other powders so you can deposit loads of color. I found it a verage lasting of high quality brushes. I agree with another reviewer that the taper doesn't really seem to help much with application but at least it doesn't hurt either. This isn't the softest brush I've used for my face as well. I don't know if I will buy another BE blush brush, but as a line the brushes tend to be very good.
December 29, 2009
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My rating is based on length of wear and value since scents vary so much depending on body chemistry. Any bottle of Chanel is going to be pricey, but Chance is long-lasting so that is a big plus. All Chanel bottles have a real presence so they look lovely on a dresser which is another plus. And for me this is a fantastic scent. It is a lovely light floral with a spicy depth that comes from the pink pepper, amber and patchouli. It is youthful without being young. If it wasn't for the price tag I'd definitely consider wearing it more often than special events.
December 29, 2009
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Basically this is like splashing cool water on your face or putting some cucumber slices on your eyes. It feels refreshing, wakes you up a bit and you won't really notice results an hour later when you look in your mirror. The roller ball is metal so it does feel quite nice against puffy eyes and the liquid inside definitely doesn't hurt, but I feel like I'd be better off with a moisturizing eye cream than this roller ball. I mean I use it when I need an eye pick-me-up, but that's because it already is in my make-up box. I won't be replacing it with a new one when this one runs out. If you like the gimmick it won't bust the bank, but overall I'd expect more.
December 29, 2009
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This is a nice everyday product for fingernails. It doesn't soak in quickly like an oil, but it is much easier to apply to the entire nail. The cream is a bit hard, so you have to really rub it in so that is warms up and soaks in. I like to rub it into my cuticles, nail and the skin around my nail before bedtime. The scent is lemony, but for me I didn't find it too strong and actually think it is quite nice. The tin also lasts quite a long time so I think it is a good value. If you are using it to soften up your cuticles during a manicure I'd recommend leaving it on your hands for a few minutes so that your body heat warms it up and is can soak it better. This is also a great product for anybody who loves natural products and because it comes into a tin you'll be able to use every last bit.
December 27, 2009
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My rating is based on length of wear and value for price since scents can depend heavily on body chemistry. For my body chemistry I found this scent to be lovely, but quite lacking in anything that makes it distinctive. I could tell you that it was floral, light and feminine. It would make a great everyday perfume. However it doesn't have that je ne sais quoi that most perfumes have. Still, it would be a good perfume if not for the poor length of wear. For the price I would expect at least half a day of wear, but instead it is a couple of hours if not less. The bottle is pretty, which is good because you will have to lug it around if you want to keep your scent throughout a morning let alone a whole day.
December 27, 2009
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This has a strong, long-lasting scent. My ratings tend to be based on length of wear and value since perfume can be very different depending on body chemistry. Still, I found this to be strong stuff. I don't have sensitive skin and this gave me a slight tingling/burning sensation when I sprayed it on so I wouldn't recommend it to anybody who has sensitive skin. The scent is quite unusual with a heavy patchouli and bergamot spiciness adding a darker element to the floral rose for a sexy and dark yet feminine scent. I found that even after 9 hours of wear I could still smell this on me. Definitely go with the less is more mantra when spraying this on, but if it works with your body chemistry and isn't to rough on your skin, you will get your money's worth.
December 27, 2009
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Compared to the spray perfumes put out by L'Occitane this solid isn't that great. The green tea is very faint and I had to rub a lot of the product on to get any scent from it at all. It also did not last very long. Still it is a nice scent and it is much cheaper than the sprays. It is unusual and unisex. You can also carry it in your pocket or on a plane. I wouldn't mind replacing my heavily scented lotion with this for travel (sometimes if someone has body odor and you're stuck on a bus/train/car with them the only thing you can do is wipe a smelly lotion under your nose), but I won't replace my regular perfumes with this. It is also nice if you want to concentrate the scent on a specific area of the body.
December 18, 2009
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This is a nice and unusual scent. On me the mint and the green tea are fairly evenly balanced and both last throughout the day. The mint is recognizable without being overpowering and lends an unsual dimension to the green tea. It isn't exactly a romantic scent so it is fairly unisex. I could see myself spraying this on after the gym making me feel fresh and energized. I also think it would be a nice scent for my boyfriend. The price is pretty good for the length of wear and the bottle is cute but nothing special. Overall a good choice.
December 18, 2009
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Overall I would not really recommend UD lipsticks. I love their eyeshadows and primers. The lipsticks are definitely in the meh category. On the plus side there are some amazing colors. They go on smoothly and have a great creamy texture. On the negative they do not last very long, smell and taste terrible, are pricey and are poorly packaged. Don't get me wrong, the packaging is very cute but since this isn't apply in the morning and forget about it lipstick the casing should have been easy to throw in your pocket or bag instead of the worry-it'll-break-or-stab-you-in-the-thigh variety. If you find your perfect color go for it, otherwise stick to their eye makeup.
December 18, 2009
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This is a pretty good lip liner. It saves from having to match the perfect lip liner to a lipstick. It is basically a nice hard lip balm in a stick. It isn't foolproof but it is pretty darn close. The negatives is that you can't give yourself a well-defined lip like you can with a good lipliner and you can't line outside your lipline to make your lips look larger if you are thin-lipped. It isn't cheap, but if you can get it BOGO it is a well-priced liner. I wouldn't recommend it if you generally only wear one or two shades. That would make it worth it to try and find the perfect matching liner. However if you are a lipstick junkie and don't wear the same shade two days in a row, this liner will make life much easier for you.
December 18, 2009
