Bobbi Brown Rich Lip Color

great feel, sheer but long-lasting

not a stain but good hold for an ordinary lipstick sublte colors enhance without looking overdone lovely feel, creamy and non-drying

January 10, 2018

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+

LIGHT moisturizing

too little if your skin is really dry but never irritates

January 14, 2016

Clinique Facial Soap

I love it!

non-drying, gentle cleaning

August 4, 2014

Urban Decay Perversion Mascara

terrific for natural look

Goes on easily and stays put (unless you blink within 2 seconds of applying) but also easy to remove with regular facial cleanser. Lengthens, darkens, and thickens - Looks like your own lashes only better. Didn't irritate this sensitive-skinned, highly allergic user.

June 13, 2014

Revlon Just Bitten Lipstain + Balm

still available some places at discount prices

The applicator spreads a bit and the "stain" isn't very long-lasting but for under $3 (what I paid for a closeout)makes a nice addition to my options. Good for cheeks too. Sets quickly so needs nimble fingers. I'm glad I managed to pick up a couple before they disappear forever but can't say I'll miss being able to buy them again.

April 29, 2013

Dove Pro-Age Cream Oil Body Lotion

works very well

long-lasting moisturizing; improved the appearance of my nails immediately; slight scent but not irritating My only complaint is the inclusion of SPF - not rated so not enough for day wear so why bother?

September 7, 2010

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45

love the protection, hate the feel

seems to dry out my skin and looks chalky - not for my face

December 11, 2009

Yves Saint Laurent Beauty Parisienne Eau de Parfum Spray

pleasant scent

This starts out VERY sweet - not my image of a Parisienne! That fades quickly, briefly leaving a nice floral with saccarine overnotes before dissipating entirely.

October 5, 2009

L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Explosion Carbon Black Mascara

small brush makes application difficult

I've been using mascara for more than 40 years and am used to applying a couple of quick swipes (with a jiggle) to get the job done. The small, ball-like applicator for this one was more trouble than it was worth. You practically have to apply it on each individual lash. And it clumps, undoing the benefit of being able to get to every small lash. It does lengthen and separate as advertised, stayed in place (once I got the clumps out and away) perfectly all day, and was easy to remove, but wasn’t enough better than my usual brands to warrant the greatly increased time it took to apply. I also found it slightly irritating - not so much that I needed to remove it but reddening my eyes a bit after a couple of hours.

September 11, 2009

Aveda Damage Remedy Intensive Restructuring Treatment

it works!

This leaves my color-treated, sun-damaged hair soft as a baby's.

August 28, 2009