Palettes -Stila - Make An Impression In Moscow Palette
BreBoyd 11/5/2010 7:48:00 PM
I purchased this item during the Stila.com Happy Hour. Honestly, I only purchased it because it was dirt cheap and I wanted the free Lip Glaze. I planned on selling it when it arrived but out of curiosity I figured I'd check out the colors in person and as I opened it "BAM" I was smitten! It was love at first sight. I was actually shocked at how different the colors appeared in person vs. online even when viewing the colors on Sephora's zoom feature which of course I checked before buying.
Far more wearable than the Trendsetting in Tokyo and Road to Radiance. The colors are not as cohesive as Pretty in Paris but they are close. They are not super pigmented on first swipe but they are buildable. At first glance I was not sure about "Chill" but it works beautifully as an accent color in the inner corners.
Slim glossy cardboard packaging held closed by hidden magnets with black interior. There is a decent sized mirror under the lid. Stila has included an inspirational quote along the bottom border.
Also, they it's Limited Edition and I'm a sucker for anything LE.
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Fragrances -Michael Kors - Michael
BreBoyd 7/27/2010 8:00:00 PM
Let's start off with the description directly from MK website:
From designer Michael Kors. Like his fashion collection, the fragrance feels both comfortable and rich. Familiar notes are combined in unprecedented, bold ways to create a polite and traditional yet exotic and sensual fragrance.
The sophisticated, sensual fragrance blends:
• Top notes: Creamy florals meet exotic spices. The mix of dewy freesia and Moroccan incense conjures up images of Hawaii, St. Barth's, and Marrakech.
• Middle notes: Tuberose, blue orris, white wings peony, and arum lilies carries you to New York, London, and Beverly Hills.
• Bottom notes: Cashmere woods, musk, and vetiver, notes which bring to life the glamorous nightlife of Palm Beach and St. Tropez.
This is a very classic, very floral, very girlie fragrance that oozes sophistication! I was given a small roller ball of this from my Mom. I wasn't 100% sure about it until trying it on. It enveloped me in it's glamorous, intoxicating scent. This is by far the best mix of floral. It's unbelievably versatile! I was actually very surprised. I'm very much a girl who wears only one certain fragrance each season but this is my all season scent!
MK does fragrance the way he does everything else. FABULOUSLY!
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Liquid -Rimmel - LASTING Finish foundation
BreBoyd 2/25/2010 3:46:00 PM
This is my go to foundation. I have tried a million different kinds of foundation and I always manage to find something wrong with them. This one has lasted longer than any. It's coverage is full and smooth. You have to be carefull, as with any foundation, to make sure face is clean and lightly moisturized, before you apply. Apply in even thin layers. If too much is applied it can get cakey but what foundation doesn't when too much is applied?
It doesn't seprate in the package or dry out. It is best applied with your fingertips versus a brush (for me anyway). It's priced perfectly and very affordable and often on BOGO at drugstores like Walgreen's.
I use both the Regular and the Mineral and love them both however the Mineral gives more of a "glow" effect and the Regular is "matte". I prefer more of a glow.
The lippie deduction is because it isn't perfect for me. I have NEVER found a perfect foundation and when I do I am saving the 5th lippie for it.
EDIT: I took a lippie off. I think it's still a great foundation but after recently starting a new medication and having breakouts because of it I have realized the coverage isn't what I thought it was. It's great if you already have a flawless face and don't necessarily need the coverage. I now need much more coverage than this offers.
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Cleansers -Cetaphil - Gentle Skin Cleanser
BreBoyd 2/24/2010 5:46:00 PM
This is the easiest review for me. I love this product!
First let's clear up all the ridiculous fuss about it "not removing makeup". It's a simple as this. The bottle CLEARLY says it "Removes excess oil without drying and Rinses Clean". No where does it say that it's a Makeup Remover or Cleanser. It's a facial cleanser and was not created and is not meant for removing makeup. I am shocked to hear all the complaints about makeup. If you wear makeup then I would expect you have heard of makeup removers. They are mass produced, there are nationwide commercials etc.. marketing "makeup removers". There is a difference between facial cleansers and makeup removers. We don't use Noxema wipes to remove makeup do we? No. To expect a product to do anything that it doesn't say it will thus writing it off when it doesn't is ridiculous.
With that said this product is not a miracle worker for everyone but it works wonders for me. I have occasional break outs and since using this product have no had a single break out. I use as directed. I remove makeup using a MAKEUP REMOVER, then I tone, lightly wet face and then cleanse with Cetaphil and then I moisturizer. It's very basic lotion cleanser with no frills ingredients. It's light, it removes without leaving film. My face is soft and supple with continuous use. This will remain in my arsenal of products for years!
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Cleansers -Ponds - Exfoliating Cleansing Towelettes
BreBoyd 2/22/2010 9:44:00 PM
This product review is a tough one. I have found that these are not very good at makeup removal. Actually they are horrible. I have never been able to remove all my makeup with these thus making them a pretty big disappointment. I bought them at such a ridiculously cheap price though. One night after tanning I decided to wipe off my face with them because I couldn't find a towel handy and I found that using these with no makeup on was very different. I was pleasantly surprised at how well they removed my facial tanner. When I used a cotton ball and toner afterwards their was no excess dirt or grim leftover. I will keep them in my bathroom cabinet and use them for light removal. I don't feel as though they "exfoliate" either. The packaging is cheap and the sticker stops sticking after awhile. All in all, just Ok.
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Fragrances -Victoria's Secret - sexy little things body mist
BreBoyd 2/22/2010 7:49:00 PM
I recently purchased this at the PINK Nation event at VS. It reminds me a lot of Ralph Lauren's "Ralph". It's smells very similar but a lighter version. Even my husband said he felt like he recognized it. The bottle is beautiful for a body spray. Love the lace and key hole design. Mine doesn't purr...Not that I mind :) The price is expensive for a body spray so I wouldn't purchase it without a coupon or sale. I took a lippie off because as most body sprays that VS produces this ones lasting power is not very long. It lasts better when sprayed on the skin directly versus all over clothing.
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Lipstick -Cover Girl - Lipslicks
BreBoyd 2/13/2010 2:28:00 AM
LOVE this product in Clear. If you buy it with the intention of it being a chapstick you will be disappointed. It's more of a gloss/balm. It does not have color but contains a kiss of shine. Perfect for on the go, low shine. It does have a "makeup-y" smell. Almost like smelling the inside of your makeup bag. It fades over time. The texture is not silky smooth but still very nice feeling. It's product comes beautifully packaged. The product is slanted for easy application. It's cheap at about $3-$4 and even cheaper on sale. I have used this product FOREVER. It's one of the first things I used out of my Mom's makeup bag when I was younger. It's been around forever for a reason. xoxox
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Lip Gloss -Cover Girl - Lipslicks in Clear
BreBoyd 2/13/2010 2:22:00 AM
LOVE this product in Clear. If you buy it with the intention of it being a chapstick you will be disappointed. It's more of a gloss/balm. It does not have color but contains a kiss of shine. Perfect for on the go, low shine. It does have a "makeup-y" smell. Almost like smelling the inside of your makeup bag. It fades over time. The texture is not silky smooth but still very nice feeling. It's product comes beautifully packaged. The product is slanted for easy application. It's cheap at about $3-$4 and even cheaper on sale. I have used this product FOREVER. It's one of the first things I used out of my Mom's makeup bag when I was younger. It's been around forever for a reason. xoxox
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Treatments -Olay - Professional Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream
BreBoyd 1/29/2010 3:08:00 PM
I received this product as part of a Vocal Point campaign. It was a full sized product. I am blessed not to have any wrinkles at this stage in my life so I can't really comment on how well it helped wrinkles. For me this product did it's job. It moisturized well. I put it on twice a day and it lasted FOREVER! I never noticed a smell....I don't think it smelled like anything. It was packaged nicely with a deep bottom to hold maximum product. The red container keep out light and keep the product fresh. I have not run out yet but I did check my local drug store for a replacement and was shocked at the price. I personally wouldn't pay that much for it. I've used slightly cheaper products that worked just as well and at least contained an SPF. I would buy again if it was on sale and with a coupon but wouldn't pay full price. xoxo
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Styling Products -TRESemme - Instant Heat Tamer Spray
BreBoyd 1/21/2010 8:00:00 PM
Pro's: Works wonders. Smells fabulous. Great price! It's light and airy if the correct amount is used. Too many people overdue products on their hair. The point of a product is to lightly spray your hair from a reasonable distance to achieve proper and even amounts. Don't soak your hair unevenly in product and expect it to work. A couple light sprays will do. Leaves hair feeling soft and protected. I use a 400 degree iron on my hair and wouldn't do it without this product. Con's: Shape of the bottle makes it hard to spray. I wish I could adjust the nozzle! xoxox
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