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M2 Skin Care M2 Skin Refinish 20%
Amazing results! Expensive and slightly uncomforable, but worth it!
I am very impressed with the results of this product! I have struggled with acne through-out my teen-to-adult life. I've done 2 rounds of Accutane, and used every acne related product you can think of, and every combination of products you can imagine. At the time I purchased this product, I was most frustrated with the cystic acne I would have most of the time along my jaw-line. In fact I had made an appointment with a dermatologist to finally get it taken care of. It is very important to follow the directions for this product, and while the directions I have don't imply this, other reviews I read did: Start out using this no more than every other day. I only use this in the evening, and I wouldn't recommend wearing it under makeup, etc,---although honestly I have without much problem, but only after I've worn it all night with moisturizer over it. No matter how thin the layer I put on, it results in stickiness, which the packaging warns you of if you apply too much. The more you apply, the more stickiness results. Always, always follow with moisturizer once the product dries. In all honesty, the product feels awful on my skin. However, I was so desperate to improve my skin---I didn't care so long as it worked. I noticed improvement in the feel and appearance of my acne the first day! I started out using the product every other night for the first few weeks, then progressed to nightly. If my skin dried out too much, I would have gone back to every other night. I have combo skin with a very oily t-zone. Days when I noticed a little extra dryness or flaking, I would apply extra moisturizer the following evening. I wasn't able to get in to the dermatologist until a month after I started using this. My jawline had almost entirely cleared up. The derm still noticed a fair amount of whiteheads on my cheeks and forehead, so she prescribed a retinoid gel to use every other evening, but even though she had never heard of the M2 refinishing gel, she told me to keep using it. I noticed a slight increase in dry, flaking skin at first, but that has cleared up. In the one month that I used only the M2 product, I noticed a major decrease in my acne, and decrease in skin pigmentation (melasma on my forehead, nose, and upper lip.) Lines are also a bit less noticeable, and my skin feels so smooth! I am not one to spend money on a product when I can get the same results for less money, but I've never found a product that does what this does! I purchased my first bottle toward the beginning of January, and while I've already purchased my second bottle I haven't had to start it yet. Unfortunately, the packaging does not allow you to know when you're running low, and there were a lot of complaints in other reviews about it. I was afraid I would just suddenly be out of product, and I don't want to be without for even a day! (and since I have to web/mail order it, I could be without for weeks.)
March 28, 2013
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After first trying Big Sexy Hair's Spray and Stay, I became a huge fan of the product, and after reading some of the other reviews, systematically began trying some of the line's other products. This is one of them, and it's the first of their products that I'm not sure I would purchase again, mostly because of the price. I can find less expensive products that do the same thing. I like to have a product (so far that's generally been a hair spray) that I can apply to my dry hair before using a flat iron or styling wand, so that's what I use this product for. I find it to spray on evenly, and I can brush through it without difficulty. I believe it does help with the ease and hold of my heat styling, but no more so than the less expensive brand I use. It's a good product, but I gave it 7 stars mostly because I probably will not purchase it again because of the price, and the fact that I have a less expensive product that I use that does the same thing. Still a big fan of the line, and will continue to try their other products.
March 28, 2013
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This definitely helps plump up the roots! I have rather fine textured, mod-high volume, medium-long hair, and this product works very well. I will say I find the spray nozzle confusing, as I don't find that spraying the product directly on to my hair works very well for me, but I'm probably doing it wrong. So I spray it into my hands first and then apply it to the roots, which seems to work well for me as the product does come out in a light, foam. The scent is okay. Not bad. Not great. I will most likely purchase again.
March 24, 2013
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I have fine textured, moderate-thick volume, medium-long hair. I use this product when I've curled or waved my hair, and I really like the results. Pros- The product is simple to apply (spray), and adds texture and volume to fine hair without weighing it down. Cons- The scent is pretty awful, and when you sprayed, a powdery textured mist sprays EVERYWHERE (protect your jewelry and furniture). I will purchase this product again.
March 24, 2013
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CoverGirl Clump Crusher by LashBlast Mascara
Unless they change the packaging,I will not purchase again
While I find the actual product to be decent, I can't get past the extreme awkwardness of the wand. It is too fat and round to "grip" properly, and the curved brush does nothing for me. I think I would like the actual mascara, if I could get it to apply properly. If you could combine the CoverGirll LashBlast Length wand/brush/packaging with the clump crusher mascara product, you could have the perfect combination. For now, in order to not waste my money, I first apply Lashblast Length to all of my lashes, and then a second layer with the Clump Crusher, just to the outer corner of the lashes, and that works ok.
March 23, 2013
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First off, consider this more of a tinted moisturizer than a foundation. It has a very sheer, smooth application, with a light-medium coverage. I don't think it's a good option for oily skin. I have combination skin, so I don't think I could ever "apply-and-go" without putting powder over it. Besides, it's only SPF 15, so I definitely use it in combination with my mineral makeup (SPF 15) for extra coverage, and it works very nicely. I have pronounced areas of melasma (darkened pigmentation) on fair skin, so I apply the BB cream, then a stick/cream concealer on those areas, and finish off with my mineral makeup, and that works very well for me. As I said, I have fair skin, and the 805 fair to light shade blends seamlessly into my skin,--almost disappears. It also has a brightening effect on my skin. It's an excellent value for the money.
March 23, 2013
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After testing a sample of this product twice, I decided this product is goes on a bit too thick and dry for my liking. The coverage is good, but I prefer a product that is less "obvious". It goes on rather dry and matte, which I don't find to be the best option for fine lines and wrinkles, and the shade was too beige for my fair skin-tone. However, this product receives very good ratings on other sites, so take my review with a grain of salt. The best advice I could give is to purchase a sample size before committing to the full price tag.
March 23, 2013
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Fusion Beauty Infatuation Liquid Shine Multi-Action Lip Fattener
I'm sold. The Lipgloss Junkie has a new fave.
I am a self-professed lip gloss junkie. I'm constantly searching for the "perfect" shade, texture, applicator, and wearing lip gloss. I'm very picky about my lipgloss, and I was skeptical when I first tried this sample I received in my Birch Box, but after one use, I'm a fan. I think I have a new favorite brand. First impressions. The packaging is pretty basic and unimpressive. I received a generous sample-size of the product in "La Lip Jolie". I'm not a huge fan of the brush applicator, as it made it a little messy to apply. At first glance, I thought the shade was going to be a bit too pink for my liking, as I prefer a more peach-tone nude shade gloss. I really liked this shade however. After application, it appears very sheer with only a hint of pink tone. It has a moist application without it being too wet or too thick or sticky, and it stay on for 3-4 hours (until I removed it. It may have lasted longer, but like I said I removed it.) I felt that it retained just the right amount of moisture, without becoming sticky and without the need to reapply the product. I did not try to eat while wearing it, but did take sips out of my water bottle. As far as the lip-plumping properties, I'm not convinced--but no more or less than any other lip "plumping" product. It does give that tingly/slight-burn-feeling that makes you "think" that it's doing something to give you more of a pout, but in reality, probably doesn't do a whole lot. Psychological or physiological, do I still "fall" for lip plumpers? Um,--yes. Because I'm so particular about lip glosses, I was very pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this product.
March 23, 2013
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This is a review of a sample size I received of this product, and this is why I wanted to purchase the Birchbox sample box! I love this product, and am definitely planning to purchase it soon. Wonderful exfolliant and my skin feels soft, smooth and radiant! This is the first "enzymatic" product I've ever tried. I didn't expect it to have exfoliation properties (abrasive), however it has a very fine grain abrasion to it. It is very thick, but spreads on the skin more easily than I expected. A little goes a very long way so I feel it will be an excellent value. I have sensitive, acne-prone skin and have not had any problem with break-outs after about 2 weeks of use. It apparently has a a light rose scent, that is so light, I didn't even notice it, and that's a good thing to me.
March 23, 2013
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I know that this goes against popular opinion, but while the color is fine, this product just goes on a bit too thick for my taste. I prefer a product that absorbs and blends seamlessly into the skin, which this product does not. I found I had to really work to get it blended and smoothed. I also did not find it's more cake-y finish to be very build-able, and my mineral makeup did not go on smoothly over it. I purchased a sample/travel size tube and used it 4 or 5 times before coming to conclusion. I would not purchase the full size product, especially for that price.
February 9, 2013
