Bonne Bell Lip Shake

i want a gloss that lasts.

this may smell good enough to eat, but i'm not a fan of the taste (sweet, but a little plasticy). what i really was not satisfied with was the coverage and longevity of this. it did not cover smoothly and disappeared in less than an hour. i guess it did eat it.

June 11, 2008

Victoria's Secret Body by Victoria The Fragrance Eau de Parfum Spray

my signature clean and sexy scent!

while i love vs garden scents, this is my signature perfume. normally perfumes give me a headache or make me feel nauseated. the body scent is not overly floral or foofy... it smells fresh and clean. i always get compliments on how i smell!

June 11, 2008

Victoria's Secret Secret Garden Collection Hydrating Body Lotion

delicious, light, non greasy moisturizing lotion

i like this even better than the vs garden's thicker cream, because it does hydrate, but doesn't feel heavy. could be wrong, but it seems like this lotion has improved with time, and is better than ever. i have used the vanilla lace scent for over 15 year now (wow!) and i like to layer the scent with other lotions or perfumes. i also love pure seduction and love spell. put this on right after you shower in the morning and your skin will feel soft and the scent will linger on your skin nearly all day long.

June 11, 2008

Victoria's Secret Secret Garden Collection Luxurious Shower Gel

a thick luxurious gel in sexy scents!

this bath gel provides your skin with a rich lather, moisturizes, and it leaves your body smelling delicious! currently my favorite scent is pure seduction that has a sweet melon smell to it. paired with vs garden lotion or body spray and i smell good enough to bite!

June 11, 2008

JOICO K-PAK Intense Hydrator

yummy smell, good hydration.

when i smell this i am taken back to jr. high perms! my stylist would let this sit on my hair post perm, and i LOOOVEEE the smell! it has a tropical coconut banana smell, and is creamy and thick, now this is good for once a week use, and i like to put a deep conditioner on my hair before shaving, so i'm really giving it time to work. this makes my hair damaged hair feel smooth, moisturized, and detangles my curls.

June 9, 2008

Jane Hot Tips Nail Colors

funky colors at a price you can't beat!

if you want to try out some trendy or crazy colors this is the way to do it. if you pair jane polish with your favorite no chip top coat, you'll have a cheap home manicure that will last longer. (there is a glitter top coat that is really fun and flashy!)

June 9, 2008

Parissa Wax Strips Face Bikini

it didn't grip my hair well.

when i used this i felt like it missed too many hairs. sure, it is convenient, but i want something that's gonna work the first time, because-OUCH-waxing can hurt! i have home waxed for years now, and was disappointed with the results, even trying this on different areas. i like the home wax kits that do not require strips...i think those are the most effective, and least fuss.

June 9, 2008

Samy Big Curls Curl Defining Creme

not as good as tigi's curls rock

i saw this at the drug store, and wanted to see if it was a good substitute for my pricier curls rock tigi cream. this does not even compare! i applied this wet, and scrunched my hair like i would with the other cream, and the first time i used it my curls looked limp and frizzy. i tried several other times varying the amount of cream, and my hair was weighed down. tigi might cost more, but it smells so yummy, and i just need a pump or two for defined ringlets, so it is worth the price. (skip this and try curls rock cream!)

June 9, 2008

Sexy Hair Spray and Play Harder Firm Volumizing Hairspray

did not give me a lift.

i have thick naturally curly hair, and i been on a hair straightening frenzy. i get a nice sleek look with a straightening iron, but i wanted to try this to get more body. i think that it is too much for my coarse hair- it just was weighed down. i don't feel like it was intended for my hair type. i also didn't like the smell-that's always a deal breaker for me with hair products! i have to like the smell, and so does my man!

June 9, 2008

BareMinerals All-Over Face Color

better if mixed with a mineral powder foundation.

be careful when applying this powder! if your brush is too full you can end up with a streaky face, or with harsh color. i prefer to mix "warmth" with a powder foundation, to give softer color. the shade does look a little orangey on me, though, as i think that i prefer a more brown toned bronzer. i think that the price is a little steep for the adjustments i have to make.

June 9, 2008