Polishes -Essie - Sugar Daddy
kaltblutig 10/16/2011 12:25:00 PM
Perfect nudish-pink. It applies smoothly, no streaks, dries quicly. It is perfect and I have nothing else to say.
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Lipstick -Make Up For Ever - Rouge artist intense
kaltblutig 10/16/2011 12:23:00 PM
I have this in 42. I'm in LOVE. it is the truest red i have ever found, better suited for me, because of the texture, than MAC's Ruby Woo. It is the perfect red: not orange, not blue, RED! The texture is creamy, it is easy to apply, it stays on for loooong time, even through a long day of talking, eating & drinking water often. You still have to reapply at least once during the day to keep the color vibrant, but, contrary to other reds out there, it does not create a gross ring around your lips as it fades. Also since it is long-wearing, your lips need to be really moisturized for it to look its best, but i think it is not as drying as other longwearing lipsticks in other brands: maybelline, Mac, etc. My tip for the best results: 3 coats with bloating in between.
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Polishes -Sally Hansen - Xtreme Wear in Strobe Light
kaltblutig 10/16/2011 12:10:00 PM
I never, ever wear sparkles but this Sally Hansen baby had me at hello! The color (colors I should say) is so, so cute without being to cutesy, I find: sparly without entering Ke$ha's territory... When I put it on, I couldn't stop staring at my nails--it is that pretty. I like to put on only 2 coats, so as to make it cute & discreet. My only gripe with it: it flakes of very easily.
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Polishes -Joe Fresh Style - Nail Polish - ALL COLOURS
kaltblutig 10/16/2011 12:02:00 PM
Oh, the choice of colors is AMAZING and you can't beat the price! But I'm not buying them anymore, as tempting as it is every time I walk into a Maxi! The colors are great but they're difficult to apply, the texture is thick and they take FOREVER to dry. I bought 3 bottles for 10$ and all 3 ended up a bit crappy. I never use them because they are so difficult to use, even the light pink. The darkest color I bought, Orchid, looks super great in the bottle but on nails I find that it is dull with a strong, opaque whitish cast...dunno, it lacks depth. So save your 10 bucks and buy yourself a nice Essie polish!
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Powder -MAC - Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation
kaltblutig 9/24/2011 11:18:00 PM
Is it just me or did MAC amp up their prices? anyhoo, I just bought my fourth compact of this (it used to be 30$, now it's 36$ here in Québec). It is well worth the price. This product is just perfect for me: it is easy to apply, I can carry it in my purse, great coverage, I do not look like a crazy-face-porcelain-doll when wearing it, etc. It's great for lazy people like me. I cannot decide which one i like best though: MAC or Bare minerals...
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Lipstick -Cover Girl - Lip Perfection- Flame
kaltblutig 8/30/2011 9:58:00 PM
Flame is a very aptly-name color for this lipstick. It's not red, it's not orange, it's not coral: it's all of that, leaning more towards dark orange on my lips. It's HOT! I have to admit though that it took me a few times wearing it to start really appreciating it...it is very bright and a little drying. Also, I find that it really does take 3 goods layers (with blotting in between) to get a nice, deep and matte color. Also, as with all red lipsticks, it is a lot of work (layers, blotting, making sure you stay in the lines) because in my taste, I like really standout colors to look perfect (otherwise it looks cheap or a little clownesque, in my opinion) So: before you apply this fiery color, take your time! This is not to be rushed. I'm not sure if I would rebuy, I think the orangy-red trend won't last
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Lipstick -Cover Girl - Lip Perfection - Spellbound
kaltblutig 8/30/2011 9:45:00 PM
I was initially looking for Maybelline's Fuchsia Fever but it seems they don't sell it here in Canada. I was in a fuchsia lips state of mind, so I got this one instead. I'm usually not a drugstore lipstick buyer but I'm really liking this new line by Covergirl. Spellbound is a dark, blueish-based fuchsia, not exactly what I was going for (I wanted a BAM-in-ya-face-fuchsia and I still mourn my favorite ever Rock Icon fuchsia by Lancôme, now discontinued). Still, I decided to put this before my class this evening. In 10 minutes I received 2 compliments! I'm a lipstick wearer so my friends at school don't usually comment on my choice of the day but today was different. My lips are pretty mauve/red naturally so the color really does come on dark, deep-berry, Still, it IS a keeper.
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Misc Beauty Tools -Olay - Professional Pro-X Advanced Cleansing System
kaltblutig 2/20/2011 3:13:00 PM
I travelled from Canada to get my hands on this baby! So far, I really like that it has two speeds; i find that on my sensitive cheek skin, the slower speed is alright and I use the fastest speed on my T-Zone. Aww, this brush is just so much fun, my bf wants to use it too. I can,t tell if my skin has changed but my moisturizer sinks in so much more faster. Awww, love!
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Treatments -Murad - Acne Spot Treatment
kaltblutig 12/11/2010 1:05:00 PM
This product totally saved my skin!!!! I use to have many pimples, on my forehead and on my chin every.single.day. I was so embarrassed and nothing seemed to work, neither peroxide benzoyle nor salicylic acid, neither creams nor treatments nor cleansers.... I have been struggling with bad skin for years people, years. My acne wasn't severe enough for dermatologist-strong treatments, yet it was bad, pus-fillid super red creepers. HUH. Then, out of total boredom, without any hope, I picked up Murad treatment cuz it has sulfur, which I hadn't tried yet to treat my face. *Within 2 days, my skin cleared up.* I've had barely any new pimple, only a very few tiny ones on my forehead---which is a HUGE improvement.I know it's a little shallow but my mood has improved *alot* and i sometimes go to work without any makeup on... The product stinks, but if I layer it with a nice moisturizer ( i use neutrogena acne-stress relief gel), I barely notice it. also, no more discolored towels and pillow cases since I don't use peroxyde benzoyle anymore, yay! Yes, it is kinda expensive, 18$ for the teeniest bottle, but the product is so liquid, you need very little to cover your T zone. Bought mine 2 months ago and it's still a third-full. my skin regimen: Purity made simple, followed by a homemade toner of water+apple-cider vinegar, then Murad treatment, then Neutrogena acne-stress-relief moisturizer gel. If my skin feels dryer, I'll use Olay moisturizer. AM NOW PIMPLE-FREE YAY!!!!!!!!
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Moisturizers -Olay - Complete with SPF 15 Lotion
kaltblutig 11/15/2010 12:31:00 PM
Love the stuff. Inexpensive, lightweight, does not break me out. I always come back to this creme; it's easy to find, unpretentious and effective. What's not to love?
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Concealers -BeneFit Cosmetics - Boi-ing
kaltblutig 10/23/2010 6:19:00 PM
This is a good concealer; it hides both my dark circles and my acne scars. The texture is just thick enough; it's easy to blend and it is very workable. I wish it had a bit more staying power though. I find that, if I apply it in the morning, by noon it had caked in the fine lines under my eyes. But I am ready to forgive that flaw (and reapply often!) because it offers such great coverage.
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Tinted Moisturizer -MAC - Studio Moisture Tint SPF15
kaltblutig 10/23/2010 6:13:00 PM
I cannot believe I lived sooo long without that product! i used to buy super pricey Lancome but now, once again, MAC has won my heart. Good coverage but looks sooo natural. I have alot of red acne scars and it really does help camouflageing them (but i still need to use concealer). I feel so much LESS self-concscious wearing it...it is a miracle worker for me!!! It would be *perfect* if it came with a nice, more hygienic pump
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Cleansers -Bioderma - Sensibio H2O (aka Crealine H20 Solution micellaire)
kaltblutig 10/23/2010 6:05:00 PM
Oh, i lurv this product! I use it as a make up remover, not a clanser per say ( I always follow with purity made simple by philosophy). it doesn't irritate my acne-prone/sensitive skin. barely has any smell and my skin feels good after using it, not tight at all. Luv, Luv, Luv. The only thing I don't like about it is the packaging; a pump or a spray bottle would work better. *Tip: always use 2 cotton pads when pouring the product. The one at the bottom will absorb the excess moisture/product, and you can use it to clean a small makeup brush.
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Cleansers -Vichy - Purete Thermale Demaquillant Integral One Step Cleanser 3in1
kaltblutig 4/27/2010 1:56:00 PM
My skin is breaking out like crazy on my chin. True though, it does'nt stripe my kin and feels nice, but this product is difficult to rince out---my face feels oily even after many splashes of water. This product sucks. DO NOT BUY IT!!!
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