Reviews and Review Requests!

daphodill84 · Mar 13th, 2008, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Carmen82

Product name/shade: Benefit That Gal Brightening Face Primer

Review: You're supposed to use this before foundation to make it stick better and look smoother. When the SA put it on me in the store it did look nice, but maybe that was the lighting she used? When I do it myself, it doesn't make a difference at all.

Price: $27

Will purchase again: no

Where to find it:Sephora, Ulta, Macy's, Bloomingdales

ITA... the SA used it on my face in the store, and I could totally tell the difference!! I looked glowing and gorgeous, so I bought it... and then I brought it home and it didn't do a SINGLE thing for me.

Probably have to wear it in broad daylight or some other unnaturally bright light to see the difference. I found it does help my makeup stay on better though.

daphodill84 · Mar 13th, 2008, 04:39 PM

Product name/shade: Benefit She Laq

Review: This product is supposed to keep the makeup on your face from fading... can use it on your eyeliner, mascara, lipstick, brow. I found that it works in some places and not on others. It did help to keep my brow pencil and eyeliner in place, but not my mascara or lipstick. I like it because it isn't shiny or sticky or anything... after you put it on and let it dry it feels completely natural.

It comes with a variety of brushes for you to use on different areas of your face.

Price: $28

Will purchase again: Yes, I hate smudged eyeliner and this definitely helps keep it in place!!

Where to find it: Benefitcosmetics.com, Sephora.com

daphodill84 · Mar 13th, 2008, 04:45 PM

Product name/shade: Benefit Badgal Blue

Review: I'm neutral on this mascara. It did thicken my lashes quite a bit and definitely helped curl them without even having to use an eyelash curler. However, the main premise of this mascara is that the navy blue shade will help brighten your eyes... and it just looks black to me. Only in direct sunlight or really bright areas (like makeup counters) do you even notice the hint of navy. I also use Diorshow in blue, and I like that one much better.

As a regular mascara it's great, if you're looking for the pop of colour... i'd move on.

Price: $19

Will purchase again: As a regular mascara, yes.

Where to find it: Benefitcosmetics.com, Sephora.com

daphodill84 · Mar 13th, 2008, 04:47 PM

Product name/shade: Guerlain Ultra Mat Foundation

Review: I have never been able to find a foundation with perfect coverage that looked natural, until this one. Kind of gives the look of those Clinique girls with their flawless skin, but definitely more natural and less like you're wearing a face full of foundation. it smells great, and feels really nice and light and smooth. It also stays on really well.

Price: I believe it was around $60

Will purchase again: Definitely

Where to find it: Department stores

ArmCandyLuvr · Mar 13th, 2008, 04:56 PM

Product name/shade: Bourjois 3D Effet Mobile

Review: I have this product in Brun Galactic. The color, shine, and consistency are great. The color shows up and it has a nice multidimensional shimmer effect to it (thus, the 3D Effet name). The gloss is also very high shine. You don't need a lot to make your mouth pop. The consistency is perfect. It's not goopy or sticky like some other glosses. It also doesn't make my lips feel dried out after lenghty wear. If that isn't reason enough to buy it, the ability to attach this mini version to your cell phone is another reason. It give me my gloss right at my fingertips when I need a quick touchup. No more digging in my purse for it. I grab my phone and there it is! Very convenient!

Price: $9

Will purchase again: YES!

Where to find it: Sephora.com, Ulta.com, and Sephora and Ulta stores. Ulta and Ulta.com also has exlusive mini lipsticks, mascaras, and eyeshadows.

ArmCandyLuvr · Mar 13th, 2008, 05:05 PM

Product name/shade: Ardell Surgi-Wax Brow Shapers

Review: I was looking for a quick simple way to shape my dark, full brows. I decided to give these a try as they appeared goof proof and they were reasonably priced. I am glad I did. I was able to give my brows shape and definition in less than five minutes! These are eyebrow-shaped strips that have sticky cold wax on them. Just clean and dry the skin, peel, place, pull, and voila! Your brows will look great! You can even trim these to fit your brows better or change the arch slightly to your liking. Either way, you can't screw them up. If you do accidentally place it incorrectly, there is a way to remove it without removing the hairs so you can try again. Highly recommended for those who find other brow-shaping methods too difficult.

Price: ~$5

Will purchase again: Yes.

Where to find it: Ulta

ArmCandyLuvr · Mar 13th, 2008, 05:08 PM

Product name/shade: Garnier Fructis Style Soft Curl Cream

Review: This stuff is terrific! I have coarse, naturally curly hair that gets very frizzy. This creams gives me great hold without feeling hard or sticky. My curls are shapely, controlled, and not frizzy. It really makes my curls pop! Plus, it smells absolutely delicious! It's easy to apply: just a little dab rubbed between the palms will do. You can even use it on dry hair. I get the best results if I take a tiny fingerful, rub it between my palms, and just scrunch my damp hair gently. I let it air dry. This is great for those with coarse, curly hair that want the convenience of "wash and go" style.

Price: ~$3

Will purchase again: Yes! This stuff rocks for curly hair!

Where to find it: You could probably find it at drugstores or discount stores, but so far I have only seen it at Ulta in my area.

ArmCandyLuvr · Mar 13th, 2008, 05:11 PM

Product name/shade: Remington Smooth & Silky Epilator

Review: I was getting sick and tired of shaving, so I decided to give this a try. I have to say I am most pleased. I won't lie; there is some stinging, but overall the experience wasn't as uncomfortable as I imagined. I highly recommend doing it after a nice, hot shower. Your hairs will be softer and will come out much easier. I also recommend doing it at night the first few times you do it, so that any redness will be gone by morning. Using a good quality, unscented lotion like Lubriderm afterwards will also soothe any redness. I used this on both my underarms and my legs, and it got rid of even the most stubborn hairs. It's also easy to clean and you can use it while it is plugged into the charger if you don't want to run down the battery. It takes about the same time as shaving, but it gets the job done so much better. Great product!

Price: ~$30

Will purchase again: I probably won't need to, but I would purchase another Remington hair removal product in the future.

Where to find it: Drugstores, discount stores, beauty stores, Amazon.com.

claireZk · Mar 13th, 2008, 05:14 PM

Product name/shade: Nars powder blush in Orgasm

Review: This is like THE "it" blush... everyone loves it and the color is supposed to be universally flattering, soooo I finally decided to give it a try to see what all the fuss was about!

The color is described as "peachy pink with a touch of shimmer." I've seen this look absolutely fantastic on certain skin tones, but on my light peach-toned skin this blush is nothing special! It's a bad color for me (would need to be more peach or more pink to be flattering), and it looks dry. I don't see the shimmer! Overall, I'm underwhelmed by it; I was expecting a holy grail blush and it just didn't live up to the hype for me

I'll probably be exchanging it for something else. Smashbox Soft Lights in Glow is a very similar color, but I think it's a MUCH better product better all-around!

Price: $25 (which is at least $10 too much IMO!)

Will purchase again: No way!

Where to find it: Sephora

Pics for comparison...

Nars Orgasm

Smashbox Soft Lights in Glow

daphodill84 · Mar 13th, 2008, 05:20 PM

Has anyone used Guerlains issima perfect light smoothing illuminator, or YSL Touche Eclat (or better yet, both?)

They both sound very intriguing to me, but don't know if they're worth it...

mellecyn · Mar 13th, 2008, 07:09 PM

Product name/shade: Shiseido -tinted moisture protection-SPF 20

Review: I was running out of my Lancôme tinted moisturizer. And since I have olive skin I needed to find one with more yellow undertones than the plain beige.
Shiseido has this new tinted moisturizer of "The skincare" line, now with SPF 20 !! very good as it´s difficult to find a TM with SPF.
I picked the "medium" which has yellow undertones, It´s divine to apply and leaves my skin so smooth ! Very light coverage.

Price: quite high

Will purchase again: I might be, but I always need to try everything else.

Where to find it: Department stores, Sephora, etc...

claireZk · Mar 13th, 2008, 10:02 PM

Has anyone ever tried this? Hard Candy Sweet Cheeks blush?

April_Skye · Mar 13th, 2008, 11:11 PM

Wow what a fantastic idea for a thread!!

Its definatley a section in magazines that I quickly flip to! ive read every review so far and Ive learnt heaps about items that Ive swooned over from afar. Badgal lash, Dior gloss, Nars Orgasm....
Very well done. Negative reviews are great too.
Im at work right now

But Ive got a few items up my sleeve that i'll be reviewing when I get a spare moment!

elizat · Mar 14th, 2008, 01:03 AM

Product name/shade: Clinique Superbalm Lip Gloss

Review: Lots of great colors, affordable, lasts a long time. However, it is kind of sticky and smells a bit chemical like. It lasts fairly long on the lips compared to other glosses that I've used. It does actually leave your lips moisturized, unlike some glosses that are kind of drying.

Price: About $10

Will purchase again: I keep buying this stuff, even though it is a so-so product.

Where to find it: Any Clinique counter and various beauty outlet stores.

elizat · Mar 14th, 2008, 01:09 AM

Product name/shade: Philosophy Shower Gels, various scents (food series)

Review: I LOVE this stuff. The cinnamon buns gel smells amazing! The frosting one smells so good, as does the pumpkin. All of them smell yummy! They moisturize well too and I actually really like them for shampoo/conditioner once in a while. The scent does not stay on you all day though, so you won't smell like a walking bakery, which is a plus. Tons of bubbles!

Price: About $16

Will purchase again: Yes. But, if you are looking for a cheaper product, Bath and Body Works has a line called Temptations and the spice one, as well as the cinnamon are pretty close in scent and about $5 less and go on sale more often.

Where to find it: Sephora, some Targets, QVC.com

Mar 13th, 2008, 04:39 PM	#47
daphodill84 Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Benefit She Laq Review: This product is supposed to keep the makeup on your face from fading... can use it on your eyeliner, mascara, lipstick, brow. I found that it works in some places and not on others. It did help to keep my brow pencil and eyeliner in place, but not my mascara or lipstick. I like it because it isn't shiny or sticky or anything... after you put it on and let it dry it feels completely natural. It comes with a variety of brushes for you to use on different areas of your face. Price: $28 Will purchase again: Yes, I hate smudged eyeliner and this definitely helps keep it in place!! Where to find it: Benefitcosmetics.com, Sephora.com __________________ Wishlist: Grenat, Ink, Sapphire/Violet, Bubblegum, Sahara, Rouge Theatre, '05 White, Amethyst, Electric Blue, Turquoise. RM Rosegold/Whitewash Matinee, Violet Matinee, Tangerine Plan B Hobo, BBW MAM, Rosegold MAM, Ocean Steady, Black Elisha, Getaway Satchel. MAM in every colour! My Collection (Work in Progress): http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...ng-270617.html

Mar 13th, 2008, 04:45 PM	#48
daphodill84 Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Benefit Badgal Blue Review: I'm neutral on this mascara. It did thicken my lashes quite a bit and definitely helped curl them without even having to use an eyelash curler. However, the main premise of this mascara is that the navy blue shade will help brighten your eyes... and it just looks black to me. Only in direct sunlight or really bright areas (like makeup counters) do you even notice the hint of navy. I also use Diorshow in blue, and I like that one much better. As a regular mascara it's great, if you're looking for the pop of colour... i'd move on. Price: $19 Will purchase again: As a regular mascara, yes. Where to find it: Benefitcosmetics.com, Sephora.com __________________ Wishlist: Grenat, Ink, Sapphire/Violet, Bubblegum, Sahara, Rouge Theatre, '05 White, Amethyst, Electric Blue, Turquoise. RM Rosegold/Whitewash Matinee, Violet Matinee, Tangerine Plan B Hobo, BBW MAM, Rosegold MAM, Ocean Steady, Black Elisha, Getaway Satchel. MAM in every colour! My Collection (Work in Progress): http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...ng-270617.html

Mar 13th, 2008, 04:47 PM	#49
daphodill84 Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Guerlain Ultra Mat Foundation Review: I have never been able to find a foundation with perfect coverage that looked natural, until this one. Kind of gives the look of those Clinique girls with their flawless skin, but definitely more natural and less like you're wearing a face full of foundation. it smells great, and feels really nice and light and smooth. It also stays on really well. Price: I believe it was around $60 Will purchase again: Definitely Where to find it: Department stores __________________ Wishlist: Grenat, Ink, Sapphire/Violet, Bubblegum, Sahara, Rouge Theatre, '05 White, Amethyst, Electric Blue, Turquoise. RM Rosegold/Whitewash Matinee, Violet Matinee, Tangerine Plan B Hobo, BBW MAM, Rosegold MAM, Ocean Steady, Black Elisha, Getaway Satchel. MAM in every colour! My Collection (Work in Progress): http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...ng-270617.html

Mar 13th, 2008, 04:56 PM	#50
ArmCandyLuvr Loves Boys X Boys! Location: WI, USA	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Bourjois 3D Effet Mobile Review: I have this product in Brun Galactic. The color, shine, and consistency are great. The color shows up and it has a nice multidimensional shimmer effect to it (thus, the 3D Effet name). The gloss is also very high shine. You don't need a lot to make your mouth pop. The consistency is perfect. It's not goopy or sticky like some other glosses. It also doesn't make my lips feel dried out after lenghty wear. If that isn't reason enough to buy it, the ability to attach this mini version to your cell phone is another reason. It give me my gloss right at my fingertips when I need a quick touchup. No more digging in my purse for it. I grab my phone and there it is! Very convenient! Price: $9 Will purchase again: YES! Where to find it: Sephora.com, Ulta.com, and Sephora and Ulta stores. Ulta and Ulta.com also has exlusive mini lipsticks, mascaras, and eyeshadows. __________________ I reached my goal of losing 225 pounds! Thank you, tPF! Thank you, Richard! My Wishlist: [ ] Dior Holiday 2008 Palette [ ] Chanel Exclusive Nail Color Trio [X] Louis Vuitton Inclusion Ring in Pomme D'Amour-Got it! Thank you, DBF! [X] Coach 3x5 Leather Agenda in Gold-Got it! DBF strikes again! [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Blue Topaz [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Peridot [ ] MacBook Air Can't seem to stay on my shopping ban!

Mar 13th, 2008, 05:05 PM	#51
ArmCandyLuvr Loves Boys X Boys! Location: WI, USA	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Ardell Surgi-Wax Brow Shapers Review: I was looking for a quick simple way to shape my dark, full brows. I decided to give these a try as they appeared goof proof and they were reasonably priced. I am glad I did. I was able to give my brows shape and definition in less than five minutes! These are eyebrow-shaped strips that have sticky cold wax on them. Just clean and dry the skin, peel, place, pull, and voila! Your brows will look great! You can even trim these to fit your brows better or change the arch slightly to your liking. Either way, you can't screw them up. If you do accidentally place it incorrectly, there is a way to remove it without removing the hairs so you can try again. Highly recommended for those who find other brow-shaping methods too difficult. Price: ~$5 Will purchase again: Yes. Where to find it: Ulta __________________ I reached my goal of losing 225 pounds! Thank you, tPF! Thank you, Richard! My Wishlist: [ ] Dior Holiday 2008 Palette [ ] Chanel Exclusive Nail Color Trio [X] Louis Vuitton Inclusion Ring in Pomme D'Amour-Got it! Thank you, DBF! [X] Coach 3x5 Leather Agenda in Gold-Got it! DBF strikes again! [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Blue Topaz [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Peridot [ ] MacBook Air Can't seem to stay on my shopping ban!

Mar 13th, 2008, 05:08 PM	#52
ArmCandyLuvr Loves Boys X Boys! Location: WI, USA	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Garnier Fructis Style Soft Curl Cream Review: This stuff is terrific! I have coarse, naturally curly hair that gets very frizzy. This creams gives me great hold without feeling hard or sticky. My curls are shapely, controlled, and not frizzy. It really makes my curls pop! Plus, it smells absolutely delicious! It's easy to apply: just a little dab rubbed between the palms will do. You can even use it on dry hair. I get the best results if I take a tiny fingerful, rub it between my palms, and just scrunch my damp hair gently. I let it air dry. This is great for those with coarse, curly hair that want the convenience of "wash and go" style. Price: ~$3 Will purchase again: Yes! This stuff rocks for curly hair! Where to find it: You could probably find it at drugstores or discount stores, but so far I have only seen it at Ulta in my area. __________________ I reached my goal of losing 225 pounds! Thank you, tPF! Thank you, Richard! My Wishlist: [ ] Dior Holiday 2008 Palette [ ] Chanel Exclusive Nail Color Trio [X] Louis Vuitton Inclusion Ring in Pomme D'Amour-Got it! Thank you, DBF! [X] Coach 3x5 Leather Agenda in Gold-Got it! DBF strikes again! [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Blue Topaz [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Peridot [ ] MacBook Air Can't seem to stay on my shopping ban!

Mar 13th, 2008, 05:11 PM	#53
ArmCandyLuvr Loves Boys X Boys! Location: WI, USA	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Remington Smooth & Silky Epilator Review: I was getting sick and tired of shaving, so I decided to give this a try. I have to say I am most pleased. I won't lie; there is some stinging, but overall the experience wasn't as uncomfortable as I imagined. I highly recommend doing it after a nice, hot shower. Your hairs will be softer and will come out much easier. I also recommend doing it at night the first few times you do it, so that any redness will be gone by morning. Using a good quality, unscented lotion like Lubriderm afterwards will also soothe any redness. I used this on both my underarms and my legs, and it got rid of even the most stubborn hairs. It's also easy to clean and you can use it while it is plugged into the charger if you don't want to run down the battery. It takes about the same time as shaving, but it gets the job done so much better. Great product! Price: ~$30 Will purchase again: I probably won't need to, but I would purchase another Remington hair removal product in the future. Where to find it: Drugstores, discount stores, beauty stores, Amazon.com. __________________ I reached my goal of losing 225 pounds! Thank you, tPF! Thank you, Richard! My Wishlist: [ ] Dior Holiday 2008 Palette [ ] Chanel Exclusive Nail Color Trio [X] Louis Vuitton Inclusion Ring in Pomme D'Amour-Got it! Thank you, DBF! [X] Coach 3x5 Leather Agenda in Gold-Got it! DBF strikes again! [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Blue Topaz [ ] David Yurman 5 MM Cable Bangle in Peridot [ ] MacBook Air Can't seem to stay on my shopping ban!

Mar 13th, 2008, 05:14 PM	#54
claireZk Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Nars powder blush in Orgasm Review: This is like THE "it" blush... everyone loves it and the color is supposed to be universally flattering, soooo I finally decided to give it a try to see what all the fuss was about! The color is described as "peachy pink with a touch of shimmer." I've seen this look absolutely fantastic on certain skin tones, but on my light peach-toned skin this blush is nothing special! It's a bad color for me (would need to be more peach or more pink to be flattering), and it looks dry. I don't see the shimmer! Overall, I'm underwhelmed by it; I was expecting a holy grail blush and it just didn't live up to the hype for me I'll probably be exchanging it for something else. Smashbox Soft Lights in Glow is a very similar color, but I think it's a MUCH better product better all-around! Price: $25 (which is at least $10 too much IMO!) Will purchase again: No way! *Where to find it:* Sephora Pics for comparison... Nars Orgasm Smashbox Soft Lights in Glow

Mar 13th, 2008, 05:20 PM	#55
daphodill84 Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Has anyone used Guerlains issima perfect light smoothing illuminator, or YSL Touche Eclat (or better yet, both?) They both sound very intriguing to me, but don't know if they're worth it... __________________ Wishlist: Grenat, Ink, Sapphire/Violet, Bubblegum, Sahara, Rouge Theatre, '05 White, Amethyst, Electric Blue, Turquoise. RM Rosegold/Whitewash Matinee, Violet Matinee, Tangerine Plan B Hobo, BBW MAM, Rosegold MAM, Ocean Steady, Black Elisha, Getaway Satchel. MAM in every colour! My Collection (Work in Progress): http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-...ng-270617.html

Mar 13th, 2008, 10:02 PM	#57
claireZk Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Has anyone ever tried this? Hard Candy Sweet Cheeks blush?

Mar 13th, 2008, 11:11 PM	#58
April_Skye we CAN have it all Location: over there..... and down a bit	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Wow what a fantastic idea for a thread!! Its definatley a section in magazines that I quickly flip to! ive read every review so far and Ive learnt heaps about items that Ive swooned over from afar. Badgal lash, Dior gloss, Nars Orgasm.... Very well done. Negative reviews are great too. Im at work right now But Ive got a few items up my sleeve that i'll be reviewing when I get a spare moment! __________________ Live Now. Kill The Boredom

Mar 14th, 2008, 01:03 AM	#59
elizat Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Clinique Superbalm Lip Gloss Review: Lots of great colors, affordable, lasts a long time. However, it is kind of sticky and smells a bit chemical like. It lasts fairly long on the lips compared to other glosses that I've used. It does actually leave your lips moisturized, unlike some glosses that are kind of drying. Price: About $10 Will purchase again: I keep buying this stuff, even though it is a so-so product. Where to find it: Any Clinique counter and various beauty outlet stores.

Mar 14th, 2008, 01:09 AM	#60
elizat Member	Re: Reviews and Review Requests! Product name/shade: Philosophy Shower Gels, various scents (food series) Review: I LOVE this stuff. The cinnamon buns gel smells amazing! The frosting one smells so good, as does the pumpkin. All of them smell yummy! They moisturize well too and I actually really like them for shampoo/conditioner once in a while. The scent does not stay on you all day though, so you won't smell like a walking bakery, which is a plus. Tons of bubbles! Price: About $16 Will purchase again: Yes. But, if you are looking for a cheaper product, Bath and Body Works has a line called Temptations and the spice one, as well as the cinnamon are pretty close in scent and about $5 less and go on sale more often. Where to find it: Sephora, some Targets, QVC.com