Moisturizers -Caudalie - Premières vendanges moisturizing cream
pilon 5/14/2011 1:38:00 AM
No, no, no! It's Weleda happening all over again! Although I had faith in this moisturizer and used it a couple of times (will I ever learn?) I got a tiny spot after each use. When my skin was especially dry in the winter, I foolishly thought it could help me - but when I gently patted it on my skin, some parts of my face burnt. Yesterday in the evening I made the same mistake... I may have sensitive skin, I just didn't know that a product with such beautiful texture and gorgeous smell could cause something like this... I'm disappointed!
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Foundations -Yves Saint Laurent - TEINT RADIANCE Radiance Enhancing, Flawless Foundation SPF 20
pilon 11/4/2010 9:02:00 AM
Lovely! But your skin has to be soft or at least well moisturized. It's how it works with me. I had very dry skin under my eyes and this foundation even more accentuated the dryness. I was looking forward to using it, but it think that Givenchy's Subli'Mine Sculpt Light is much better. And... I can't see any radiance on my skin when I apply Teint Radiance. It's matt, really. Otherwise, I kind of like it - it still looks pretty, now that my skin feels much softer.
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Cleansers -Estee Lauder - Perfectly Clean Splash Away Foaming Cleanser
pilon 11/4/2010 8:42:00 AM
Perfectly Clean is an amazing cleanser - at least, it is amazing for me. Easy to use, and my skin felt refreshed. I was enjoying it all summer and autumn, but with the winter approaching, it's just not as refreshing as it was in the summer - my skin is now more dry and I had to replace Perfectly Clean with some other cleanser, sadly. I wish I could use it all year long!
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Moisturizers -Chanel - t-mat
pilon 9/25/2010 9:30:00 AM
I wouldn't call it a moisturizer, it's not. I use it under my daily moisturizer in the morning and gently spread it on the nose and chin. I think it works wonders! And lasts about five months or so. Good job, Chanel.
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Mascara -Chanel - Inimitable Mascara Multi-Dimensionnel (Waterproof Version)
pilon 7/30/2010 3:01:00 PM
I was looking for my favorite Clinique waterproof mascara, when I stumbled upon Chanel's Inimitable Waterproof - I'm glad I did! The packaging is just perfect, it's so elegant, yet simple. Beside the fact that this mascara makes my eyes more mysterious, I also wanted to write that I've been using it on a daily basis every single day of my vacation; it lasted all day in humid weather, and in the evening I simply removed it with an eye makeup remover - without losing a lash.
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Polishes -Chanel - Le Vernis Nail Color
pilon 6/19/2010 1:54:00 AM
I'm in a love-hate relationship with this nail lacquer. My favorite shade is Allegoria, and because I have fair skin, this slightly pink shade makes my hands a little bit darker, which I really like. I do, however, have two concerns: the brush and long drying. The brush is simply too small for me, I much prefer Collistar's brush. And long drying - I had to wait like fifteen minutes for one hand to dry... If I put these two concerns aside, it's a really nice nail color with a texture that makes my nails look soft and smooth.
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Lip Treatments -Christian Dior - Creme de Rose 001
pilon 6/19/2010 1:38:00 AM
Sometimes I read the negative reviews first, but when it comes to Crème de Rose, I wish I didn't! This lip balm is so gentle and soothing, my lips are already fond of it. And the smell - I can't believe some reviewers complained about the rose smell - is barely noticeable! My lips were so dry and damaged from bad weather all week, and Crème de Rose helped me get my usual, smooth lips back - I'm so happy I purchased it.
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Liquid -Estee Lauder - Double Wear
pilon 6/1/2010 4:00:00 AM
I was very excited to use Double Wear, but the helping lady chose the wrong shade for me - which I didn't realize until the next day, when I was already done with my make up. I had a strange feeling, but since it looked sort of ok under the bathroom light, I thought I was ready to go - but luckily, my mom saved the day. Anyhow, the texture was really nice - so soft and polished.
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Moisturizers -Kenzo - Creamy White Day Cream - Sparkling Face
pilon 5/3/2010 4:47:00 PM
Without a doubt, this is one of the best skin care products I've ever used; not only it's moisturizing and a great make-up base (with a little bit of help from Chanel's Purete Ideale T-Mat Shine Control), my skin also improved in all aspects when I was using this moisturizer. My skin is somewhat sensitive, so I hardly find the right skin care product for me, but this Kenzoki product was the first one that actually helped my skin. Since it's worth a small fortune (speaking of 100 Euros, which I still believe to be quite a shocker), I don't think I'll be able to purchase it anytime soon. Sadly.
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Concealers -Estee Lauder - Ideal Light Brush-On Illuminator
pilon 4/30/2010 9:06:00 AM
This is not one of my favorite concealers - it's great if I use the foundation first, but I tried using it on my bare skin, and my eyes looked yellow, as if I were sick (I use the lightest shade). I rarely wear foundation in the summer, so I guess I should wait a few months before purchasing this concealer and stick to my favorite one, Dior's Skinflash.
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Concealers -Chanel - Eclat Lumiere Highlighting Face Pen
pilon 3/20/2010 9:24:00 AM
I use this concealer on my bare skin and it works miracles! I use the lightest shade; what I like the most about it, is that looks so natural - it looks as I'm not wearing any concealer at all.
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Shampoo -John Frieda - Brilliant Brunette Shine Release Shampoo
pilon 3/20/2010 9:02:00 AM
I've been using this shampoo for about two years and I really like it! At the beginning, it did make my hair dry and damaged a little bit, but then I also bought the conditioner from the same range. I tried using other shampoos - but I keep coming back to this one! Smells nice, too.
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