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- katygmorris » See my profile
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- Reviews: 44
Here are all my reviews:
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I love Stila...but if they can deliver a product that has two uses...I love them even more. This certainly does what it says it does (which is big for a beauty product), and comes in the cutest case and best, most natural colros. I first received this as a sample...although I had heard a lot about it...I was kind of married to my current blush. Well, this perfect, creamy consistency kicked butt! I start my day with using this as both a lippie and a blush...and then keep it in my bag for touch-ups. I've learned a lot about blush from this little cutie...anytime I'm not looking "fresh" or my skin looks a little "sad"...I add a bit of the blush to the apples of my cheeks...and BOOM! My face perks right up. The colors are so natural...I really like them all and don't think you could go wrong...even with different skin-tones...they really did a great job at picking colors naturally found in skin tones. A Stila classic...and it should be!!! :)
June 23, 2008
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Okay. When I saw this break-through product I almost fell on the floor with glee!!! First of all, it's Bliss...so I knew I'd be happy. Second of all...it combines SPF sun protection with a cellulite reduction formula with caffine...making your bumps and lumps appear less-visible. The best thing about this product is it really works! I'm not kidding. Now, nothing can rid you of your cellulite...but this product definately makes it less noticable...your skin really does appear smoother. The worst thing about this product is if you take it to the pool or the beach...everyone wants to try it!!! Just be sure to apply 30 min prior to sun exposure for best results...they're right about this part...in fact, it works best about 40 minutes after application for me. Love, love, love!!!! :)
June 23, 2008
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I love this spray on self tanner. There are a couple of things I do to make it work best though. First, I use their scrubs to get rid of all dead skin that can cause streaks or patchiness. I also apply a light moisturizer to ankles, hands, knees and elbows. This prevents the product from clinging to those areas and making them tell-tale darker. I'm really light skinned and apply this a few times a week in the summer. Be sure to keep the bottle about 6 inches away from your body when you spray. Work from the top of your body down and be sure to wash hands after applying to each area (right leg, for example). I even use a scrub brush pre-loaded with soap to get hands super-clean. Using these techniques I've never had one problem with this tanner...great color, easy application, nice coverage. I'm only giving it a nine because even though I'm light I'd like the color to be a bit darker. :)
June 23, 2008
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I don't know why this was discontinued, either. Either way I've been finding it (along with the companion body butter) at area Marshall's stores...SCORE! I'm stocking up. If you like this and can't find it try online...or go for their lemon sage body scrub...just as wonderful...just a different fragrance. This scrub is not like other scrubs on the market. Bliss scrubs are a must for me, especially before self-tanning, to get rid of all dead skin to avoid patchiness and streaks. Other times...I just like my skin to be baby smooth all over...not just my face...and this stuff does it. You slather it on all over (below the neck) while still dry!!! Before the shower! Scrub it in for a few minutes then shower and rinse. You'll be suer-prepped for a shave, too...the closest one ever. I love this petal-soft subtle scent. It's really romantic. Love it!!! :)
June 23, 2008
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My mom sent this to me because she'd been using it and loved it. That's huge. My mom doesn't just mail me beauty products...ever! So I was really excited to try this as I hadn't found an exfoliant that was strong enough for me without being damaging to my skin. Right away I liked this. The granules are big enough to feel...but it doesn't abrade or hurt my skin like some of the other "clinical" strength ones I've tried. I scrubbed it in for the time it asks and rinsed. I had no reddness or puffiness on my face...just smooth, clean, soft skin without my usual dry patches. I was so excited! I've been using this for about 4 months now, every 3rd day. My skin has never looked better- really!!! I feel like I have baby soft kid-like smooth skin! I'm very impressed and am off to thank my mom. Again! :)
June 20, 2008
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I love "green" smelling perfumes, and am a big fan of Lovely by SJP...so when this hit the market I knew I had to try it. At the fragrance counter I was given a tester and immediately loved it. I got it right then and there (which is rare for me). I usually like to wear the sample spritz for a while to see what the dry-down is like on me...but I wanted that scent NOW. I still like it as much as I did when I got it. It's a nice springy floral with green topnotes. The drydown is really nice on me...it really releases the greeny nature of the scent. I love the bottle. It has the prettiest little brown crystal stopper on top. I always feel luxurious putting it on. All of the guys at my work ask what I'm wearing...wanting to get it for their wives. All of my girlfriends just say I smell good...which is the ultimate compliment to me. It's also a strong enough scent to be smelled...that's huge with me...but not so strong you're invading others' space! Go try a spritz at the counters! I also hear SJP launched a new version of this (a purple color)...can't wait to try it!!! :)
June 20, 2008
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I love this oil! It is the best in it's class...and has a slight sesame scent that EVERYONE compliments me on! To use step out of the bath or shower and do not dry off! Put a few drops in your hand and smooth all over body (takes very little product). Wait for the water and oil to absorb into skin. This takes a little time...so not for use when you're in a super-hurry...but you can stand there and apply makeup and fix hair until dry (about 5 minutes). The oil will absorb into your skin and leave it super-soft and glowy but NOT oily! I don't know how they do that! I use this most every day and have for years. I always get compliments on my soft skin. I totally attribute it to this product. This is a can't-live-without product for me. :)
June 20, 2008
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I really like this palette! I first purchased one when they started carrying Sonia Kashuk products at Target. I got the pinky-neutrals one first (can't remember what it's named). I've since purchased all of them! I love the all five shades in all of these kits. They're really saturated color (except for the sheer in the kit) and work together really well. You can blend your own shade or use three or four of them to create dimension to your lips by applying the lighter shade at the center of your lips! It comes with a pretty nice mini-lip brush that fits in the kit and allows you to apply the color well. The colors are shiny like glosses...but not opaque or sticky...kind of the perfect in-between gloss and lipstick. I carry one of these in my bag all of the time...weather it's for a one-color touch-up or an all-the-way four color look...it's great! Only complaint is that they have opened up in my bag a couple of times...YIKES!!!
June 20, 2008
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I work on my own nails about three times a week. I love trying new polishes, and having my hands (and feet) looking pristine, clean and smooth. I first tried this pen a coule of years ago when I needed to replace a lack-luster cuticle cream. I picked this up because I've always liked essie products, and the pen looked like a good idea. After trying this I realized I LOVED essie products and the pen is a GREAT idea. The treatment in the pen is really great...softens and loosens my cuticles right up. The pen has a really soft (yet strong) bristled brush that allows you to click the pen and target the treatment right where you want it and not waste any product. I couldn't believe how long this pen lasted!!! Seriously! I do my nails all of the time and it lasted FOREVER! I've only had to buy a few in the last couple of years! I love how it keeps my cuticles healthy, allows me to push them back easily and keep my surrounding skin soft! Try this...you love it! :)
June 20, 2008
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Okay. If you're using regular antipersirant or deodorant right now: stop what you're doing and go out and get some of this Secret Clinical Strenght. It rocks! I never have had a hard time with wetness, but when I received a sample of this I was really excited because summer was starting to hit full-force and it's been exceptionally hot here and I didn't want to have a problem with sweat. Ewww! You put this on at night and you're good for 24 hours. I couldn't believe it...so at first I used my regular deodorant/ antipersparnt with it during the day. I've been completely dry...so for the last day or so I tried it without the day-time stuff and just brought an extra to work if I needed it. Today it reached 98 degrees where I am! I have not sweat a drop and I still smell like the baby powder scent of the product!!! This is amazing and I don't know how they do it...but this is my new underarm armor! You'll be really impressed!
June 19, 2008
