Liquid -Becca - Luminous Skin Color sheer foundation
NYer 2/3/2003 4:16:00 PM
Well, I finally formulated an opinion. Cons: may cause breakouts. Since I rarely break out I know this is the culprit. Pros: Will give your skin a smooth, clean look that appears completely natural even close up. This is excellent and I've seen people get exact matches for their skintone. Oh! and I find that applying with a sponge or foundation brush works SO much better than swiping it on. It's like night and day. Also, the hydrating primer works better than anything else under this. WHEN will Becca come out with a non-comodogenic option?? In the meantime, if it works for you, you're one lucky gal.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Skincare - Face -Becca - Hydrating Primer
NYer 2/3/2003 4:08:00 PM
This is the only way I can wear the Becca LSC. I have sensitive/dry skin in winter and it keeps the LSC from breaking me out. For some reason this primer really works well with it and my whole face just looks flawless. I LOVE the no-makeup smooth look Becca gives.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Skincare - Face -Natura Bisse - Green Tea Extract
NYer 2/2/2003 3:19:00 PM
Many dermatologists recommend products with green tea in them. This is a transluscent tea colored serum loaded with anti-oxidants, that you can use by itself or mixed with moisturizer. I use a couple drops as a night gel every few days and wake up to clear smooth skin. This acts as a sort of healing serum for me. I would definately recommend it for all skin types.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Hair -Sisley - Botanical Conditioner
NYer 1/31/2003 1:50:00 PM
I have thick straight hair, so most conditioners don't do {blank} for me. But this one does. I leave it on about 2 minutes and it leaves my hair SMOOTH and SHINY without weighing it down!! It just really suits my hair. This one's right up there with Terax and much more pleasant to use, no chemical smell.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Foundations -Paula Dorf - Moisture Foundation Oil Free
NYer 1/24/2003 9:21:00 PM
This foundation took me little getting used to because its application definately IS versatile. I dotted some on one day but it was too heavy. Then I used a foundation brush and I got the light application I wanted. I love the color match I can get with Paula Dorf's products. The only thing is, that I need to just swipe something on and go in the morning. But this foundation requires a bit more attention than that. Still, it's a good product I'd recommend.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Skincare - Face -Prada - Soothing Gel/Eye
NYer 1/24/2003 9:06:00 PM
First of all the packaging for Prada's eye cream/balms MUST change. The little pods require a q-tip and you waste so much product, then you find it dries up within hours no matter how you reseal them. I really wanted to like this because I do get the occasional puffy eyes (and Prada is one of my fave lines) but it just sat on my skin and I swear this gel gave me milia.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Liquid -Stila - Pivotal Skin Foundation [DISCONTINUED]
NYer 1/23/2003 12:32:00 AM
I tried this at the counter and it looked good for about ten seconds. Then it just caked. It totally seeks and emphasizes any tiny flaw. What's weird is that it left me oily but dehydrated. Go figure. I will give stila credit for at least _trying_ a new way to do foundation. Wish it had worked.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Lotions/ Creams -La Mer - The Body Serum
NYer 1/22/2003 11:53:00 PM
I got a large sample of this and it was NASTY. The smell was horrific, I think the fish market in Chinatown smells way better. Pass on this one.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Mascara -Maybelline - Great Lash Mascara
NYer 1/22/2003 11:47:00 PM
Who loves this so much? I've bought it twice and both times it clumped, ran and smudged. I threw it out. I like to have a smokey eye from my eyeshadows not my mascara. UGH!!
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Masks -Sisley - Radiant Glow Express Mask
NYer 1/22/2003 11:39:00 PM
Sisley is my favorite line for skincare. I've tried SO many lines but nothing comes close in effectiveness for me. I use this mask as a quick beauty 'pick up' before going out. You put it on a clean face for about 3 minutes and then rinse off. That's it. It leaves skin clean, smooth and makes pores temporarily disappear. Makes my skin look PERFECT. A definate winner from Sisley.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Blush -Giorgio Armani - Sheer blush
NYer 1/21/2003 5:04:00 PM
I usually don't wear powder blushes in the day because I find them too hard to apply naturally. After hearing all the raves I bought this in #2. You guys weren't kidding. This blush is awesome!! I love the compact and the color goes with so many looks. Now I take this, their palette and I'm done. This line is definately worth looking into.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Skincare - Face -Kanebo - Cleansing gel
NYer 1/21/2003 4:48:00 PM
This is a makeup remover meant to be used in conjunction with a cleanser. It goes on as a gel and melts into the skin to form a milky texture that rinses off. I follow it with the Kanebo milky soap and I find that these two leave my skin perfectly clean. For the first time I'm subscribing to a system because I think cleansing IS the key to good skincare. So far, it's really working for me. Yay!
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Skincare - Body -Sisley - Eau De Campagne Shower Gel
NYer 1/21/2003 4:40:00 PM
OMG, this has got to be the BEST shower gel I've ever used. It's soap-free, gentle and leaves skin so soft you don't need lotion. You can also use it as a shampoo. I love the subtle fresh scent and look forward to using it every morning especially in the winter. Yet another winner from Sisley!!
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Moisturizers -Sisley - Restorative Facial Cream - Creme Reparatrice
NYer 1/21/2003 4:35:00 PM
Recently, I was looking for a good cold weather moisturizer and just then I got a huge sample jar in Paris. I loved the way it almost instantly healed my sensitive winter skin. It left me hydrated, even toned and made for a super smooth makeup base. Now I use it all the time. I'm so happy with the results, that I will definately repurchase.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No
Skincare - Body -Natura Bisse - Hand Silk
NYer 1/14/2003 9:30:00 PM
It smells nice and I can see how some would like that it dries almost immediately. I think this would be better in the summer as it's not very moisturizing. It's definately not for a New York winter. However, I gave it to my mom (who lives in a warmer place)and she loved it.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No