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Lush’s Sex Bomb Bath Bomb Review | Romantic Jasmine & Soya Milk Relaxes the Mind & Softens Skin

Monday, October 11th, 2010

Sex Bomb Bath Bomb by LUSHSex bomb bath bomb by Lush is a favorite among many staff and customer. It is the one I would recommend to any of you who haven't tried a bath bomb before.

It has a lovely relaxing jasmine scent and turns the water a light shade of pink. There will also be rice a paper rose petals for that extra bit of luxury.

The mix of soya milk and jasmine will leave your skin soft with a light jasmine fragrance, says Lush.

I admire Lush for making what I consider exquisite products from natural ingredients. I also like how they use all recyclable materials even down to the packaging of the products.

Users Conclusions

I have compiled the list below from users opinions of the bath bomb:

Pros

  • Lovely scent
  • Relaxing pink bubbles
  • Luxurious rice paper rose petals
  • Leaves skin soft
  • Romantic

Cons

  • A little expensive

Ingredients

Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Soya Milk (Glycine soja), Sodium Sesquicarbonate, Synthetic Musk,Jasmine Absolute (Jasminum officinale), Clary Sage Oil (Salvia sclarea), Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata), Perfume, Titanium Dioxide, *Benzyl Benzoate, *Limonene, *Linalool, FD&C Red No. 4, D&C Red No. 33, Rice Paper Flower.

To Sum Up

A must have according to the patrons using it, they say its relaxing and romantic. Users also like how it leaves their skin feeling soft with a luxurious jasmine scent.

Some think it is a little pricey at $5.95 for 1 bomb, although they say it is worth the price because it makes you feel sooo good!

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Pure Castile Soap by Dr. Bronner Review | Natural Organic Multi-Purpose Liquid for Body & House

Sunday, October 10th, 2010

Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps Pure-CastilePure Castile Soap by Dr Bronner contains all natural organic ingredients and recycles and reuses all post consumer bottles. Which I'm sure those of you that are eco friendly will find a huge plus.

This liquid soap can be used for multiple tasks like cleaning floors, bathrooms, fruits, pets, body and is even good for shaving.

Castile is a very mild natural soap that has water softening and cleansing properties. This makes it more desirable over harsh synthetic soaps.

It also contains almond oil for its calming, soothing scent. It doesn't contain any foaming agents and is 100% vegan.

Users Conclusions

Below I have summarized users opinions of this Castile soap:

Pros

  • Gentle
  • Great fragrance
  • Cleans well
  • Thick and creamy
  • A little goes a long way
  • Organic and natural
  • Multi-purpose

Cons

  • Expensive

To Sum Up

Dr Bronner has created a very desirable product it seems as most people say it is a great multi purpose cleaner that smells amazing, cleans well and is all natural and organic.

The only problem that some patrons had with the soap was that it is lavishly priced at $27.90 for 2 32oz bottle. Personally I don't think that is a too bad price considering it can be used to clean almost everything.

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GHD Limited Edition Purple IV Styling Set Review | Straightens & Curls Includes Travel Hair Dryer

Friday, October 8th, 2010

GHD Purple Hair Iron & Travel DryerI am a big fan of GHD, personally I think its the best flat iron money can buy and you definitely need money if you want one of these babies as they don't come cheap!

The Purple GHD styling set is the latest advance from GHD, the world's leading hair straightener manufacturer. The combination of the purple color, paisley pattern design and high gloss finish gives this hair styler an extremely sophisticated look.

This styling set is a limited edition and includes a flat iron, travel hairdryer, hair separating clips, a heat resistant roll bag and it all comes in a cute purple gift box.

It is handy to know that the GHD flat iron has universal voltage, that means it won't loose power when your on holiday like most other straighteners do.

Like other GHD's you can straighten or curl your hair as the flat iron has rounded edges to make it easier if you want to go curly and operates at high heat to hold the style.

Users Conclusions

I have compiled the list below from the opinions of the users:

Pros

  • Quick heat up
  • Tames hair
  • Leaves hair silky smooth
  • No hair gets trapped
  • Convenient size for travel

Cons

  • Roll bag is a little to large for travel
  • Expensive

To Sum Up

As always the GHD flat iron has excellent reviews with patrons very satisfied with their smooth and sleek hair.

One fanatic said while the straightener is very good the roll bag is too big to use for travel and even as a heat mat.

This is an expensive brand at $314.99 but is does work better than other flat irons according to reviews. You will be able to get it for under $100 if you have a look on ebay.

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Black Smoky Eyes Palette by Sephora Review | Blendible Long Lasting Matte Colors

Thursday, October 7th, 2010

Smoky Eyes Palette by SephoraThe Smokey Eyes Palette by Sephora is a selection of 4 shades of eyeshadow, a eyeliner and a mascara. Sephora put these colors together to create a sexy smoldering smokey eye.

This set comes with handy picture cards with 6 steps showing you how to create the smokey eye. It all comes in a handy travel size palette.

The dark black, grey and beige colors in this collection are all matte effect to contrive a natural subtle smokey eye.

Users Conclusions

I have compiled the list below from the users opinions about Sephora's smokey eye kit:

Pros

  • Long lasting color
  • Great color combo
  • Compact kit
  • Blends well
  • Easy to follow picture cards

Ingredients

Eyeshadows: -Talc, Mica, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isostearyl Neopentanoate Magnesium Stearate, Dimethicone, Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Methicone, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citric Acid, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77492 (Iron Oxides), CI 77491(Iron Oxides), 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens. Eyeliner Pencil: -CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Cera Peel Wax, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Hydrogenated Coco Glycerides, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Beeswax, Stearic Acid, Mica Jojoba Seed Oil, Stearyl Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Tocopherol, CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Propylparaben. Gradual Volume Black Mascara: -Water, Synthetic Beeswax, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Carnauba Wax, Acacia Senagal (Gum), Acrylates Copolymer, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Triethanolamine, Butylene Glycol, Kaolin, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Potassium Sorbitate, EDTA.

To Sum Up

I was unable to find any negative comments about this collection, although I couldn't find many reviews on it at all.

The comments from users I found said, the collection has a great color combination that is long lasting and easy to apply.

It is a little lavishly priced at $36 but the patrons using it think it is worth the price.

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She Laq Makeup Sealer by Benefit Cosmetics Review | Lacquer Stops Smudging & Fading

Wednesday, October 6th, 2010

Benefit Cosmetics She LaqShe Laq is a clear liquid solution designed to be put on the top of any makeup to help it last longer without smudging or fading.

It comes with a set of brushes to apply the formula with. The brush set includes:

  • A mascara wand
  • A lip gloss brush
  • A eye shadow brush
  • A eyeliner brush

There is also a brush attached to the lid of the solution. This can be used to put the liquid onto the application brushes, so not too much is used and the solution will stay clean.

Benefit do advise that all the application brushes need to be cleaned after each use to stop contamination.

Users Conclusions

I have summarized below the opinions of the ladies using She Laq:

Pros

  • Prevents smudging
  • Long lasting
  • A little goes a long way
  • Stops mascara causing raccoon eyes

Cons

  • Makes skin feel tight
  • Looks shiny (one users opinion)
  • A little pricey

Ingredients

Water, SD Alcohol 40-B, Acrylates/Octylacylamide Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Propylene Glycol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Imidazolidinyl Urea.

Directions

Dip a clean brush into she-laq and apply over makeup to seal it on. Allow to dry completely for about 1-2 minutes before touching. Wash brushes after each use and store in pouch.

To Sum Up

Most patrons using She Laq found it helped their makeup last longer without smudging and think its a little pricey at $30 but worth it as it last a long time.

Some ladies think its an average product that works well for eyeliner but nothing else. They also found that it was a little difficult to use, as if too much lacquer is used it looks a little plastic and makes the skin feel tight.

This may not be the easiest product to use but when you get the hang of it like many have, it seems to work for most people.

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Moisturizing Photo Op Under Eye Brightener Review | Smashbox Covers Dark Circles & Reduces Wrinkles

Tuesday, October 5th, 2010

Smashbox Photo Op Under Eye BrightenerPhoto Op Under Eye Brightener by Smashbox is devised to moisturize and brighten ready for concealer application.

The formula comes in a tube with a brush applicator, similar to a lip gloss applicator.

It helps to fight the ongoing battle most of us have with dark circles under our eyes with ingredients like vitamin C, red wine extract and peptides.

Smashbox have also added marine collagen to help fill fine lines and wrinkles from under the eye area.

This sounds like a good product that will give your eyes a little boost on those early mornings, so you can look awake even if you don't feel it. Well that it what its designed to do but does it actually work?

Users Conclusions

I have compiled a list below of what the users think of Smashbox's eye brightener:

Pros

  • Easy to use
  • Brightens under eyes
  • Covers minor dark circles
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Shimmery ( a few people like this )
  • Expensive
  • A little watery

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Phenyl Trimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Isostearic Acid, Emulsifying Wax NF, Steareth 21, PEG/PPG 18/18 Dimethicone, Steareth 2, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium PCA, Squalane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Laurate, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Steareth 20, N Hydroxysuccinimide, Chrysin, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide 3, Cholesterol, Capric/Caprylic Triglycerides, Diacetyl Boldine, Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen, Silanetriol, Glutamylamidoethyl Imidazole, Fructose Oligosaccharides, Porphyridium Cruentum Extract, Biotite, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Tetrahexydecyl Ascorbate, Polydodecanamideaminium, Triazadiphenylethenesufonate, Polyvinylalcohol Crosspolymer, May Contain (+/-): Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Carmine (CI 75470).

Directions Of Use

Before concealer, apply Photo Op Under Eye Brightener under eyes with the brush applicator, then blend out using fingers. For a lifted and youthful appearance, highlight the inner corners of the eye and orbital bone.

To Sum Up

There was mixed reviews with this under eye brightener with some patrons happy with the dark circle coverage. While others found it too shimmery and didn't think it made any difference to their under eye area.

Some users thought that at $18 it is slightly lavishly priced considering they found it more shimmery than effective. However, it did work for some patrons, so might be worth a try if you don't mind paying the high price tag.

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Conditioning Tinted Brow Gel For Eyebrow Control by Anastasia Review | Holds, Colors & Soothes Brows

Monday, October 4th, 2010

Anastasia Tinted Brow Gel For Eyebrow ControlAnastasia's Tinted Brow Gel is devised to keep unruly hair in place as well as added a little hint of color to define the brows, this will help to frame the eyes making them pop!

The formula should hold the brows in place all day long without flaking or leaving a sticky feeling. Anastasia has also added a botanical hair conditions and essential oils to help the hair look and feel great.

This tinted gel doesn't contain any harsh chemicals but does have chamomile extract which has soothing properties, so this should be suitable for people with irritable skin.

There are six colors to choose from:

  1. Espresso – for black hair
  2. Caramel – for medium/dark blonde hair
  3. Granite – for dark brown almost black hair
  4. Blonde – for light/medium blonde hair
  5. Clear – for hold without color
  6. Brunette – for medium brown hair

I would suggest purchasing one shade darker then your natural hair color for the brows as this creates a defining look that frames the eyes. I have very fair blonde brows and I use a brown tint. Then it actually looks like I have eyebrows!

Users Conclusions

Summarized below are the opinions of the ladies using the tinted gel:

Pros

  • Not too thick
  • Light
  • Holds brows in place
  • Easy to apply
  • Provides natural color
  • Covers greys

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), VP/VA Copolymer, Alcohol Denatured, Propylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Glycerin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Chamomilla Recutita Extract (Matricaria), Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Mica, Iron Oxide (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Carmine (CI 75470).

Directions

Remove the wand from the veil and wipe excess product from around the base of the brush, then with a gentle sweeping upward and outward motion this will achieve the most flattering shape.

To Sum Up

Anastasia has received 5 stars by Amazon reviewers who say the tinted gel helped control their unruly brows with a natural hint of color.

Patrons liked how light, long lasting and easy to apply the gel is and that fact that it doesn't flake like some gels.

I think it is quite reasonably priced at $21 for 10g tube, considering it would cost at least that much if not more to have your brows shaped and tinted at a spa.

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Natural Eye Neutral Eyeshadow Collection by Too Faced Review | Smudge-able Long Lasting Shimmer & Matte Shades

Sunday, October 3rd, 2010

Too Faced Natural Eye Neutral Eye Shadow CollectionAll the shades in the Natural Eye Neutral Eyeshadow Collection were hand picked by the creative director Jerrod Blandino. He picked the natural colors he thinks will flatter any skin tone for any season or occasion.

The eyeshadows are devised to last all day without fading. The kit includes all over lid colors, highlighting shades and they all should smudge easily to create a natural look.

It comes in a small palette form for portability and also has three how to cards with easy to follow instructions on the best technique to create a sexy natural look.

Listed below is what is included in the collection:

  • A double ended sponge/brush applicator
  • Heaven 0.07oz – a matte ivory shade
  • Velvet revolution 0.07oz– in a matte taupe shade
  • Sexpresso 0.07oz – a deep matte brown
  • Silk Teddy 0.03oz– peach champagne shimmer
  • Push up 0.03oz– light bronze shimmer
  • Erotica 0.03oz– soft charcoal shimmer
  • Nude beach 0.03oz – champagne shimmer with gold glitter
  • Honey pot 0.03oz– gold shimmer
  • Cocoa puff 0.03oz– warm chocolate brown shimmer

Personally I adore these shades, really like some of the names too. Just a little bit naughty!

Users Conclusions

The list below summarizes what the users think about this collection:

Pros

  • Easy application
  • Long lasting
  • Natural colors
  • Helpful instruction cards
  • Good value

To Sum Up

Great reviews for the Too Faced Natural Eyes collection. All the reviews I read say how much they adore the natural colors and how easily they glide on.

It is good value for money at $34 for the kit. The patrons also like the handy instruction cards on how to create different natural looks.

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Dramatic Supershock Mascara By Avon Review | Long Lasting Defining False Lash Effect in Black or Brown

Saturday, October 2nd, 2010

avon supershock mascaraAvon Supershock Mascara has been created to expand, plump lashes for a false lash effect and is available in black or brown.

The wand and veil is devised to give up to 12x more volume with one dip. The teal plastic fine combed applicator picks up the maximum amount of formula possible to coat all lashes evenly with one sweep, according to Avon.

All Avon mascaras are always hypoallergenic and opthalmologist-tested, so should be suitable for even the most sensitive skin.

Supershock mascara won the SELF Health and Beauty award in 2008. Self is a magazine that once a year since 1999 has picked out the strongest product from a variety of brands. If you are interested in the results take a look at the site: http://www.self.com/beauty/2009/05/healthy-beauty-awards

Avon is an ever growing popular brand that is starting to spread its seeds all over the world. I like the brand as its usually cheap and effective.

Users Conclusions

I have compiled the list below from users reviews from Avon.com:

Pros

  • No clumps
  • Long lasting
  • No raccoon eyes
  • Wand separates lashes
  • Thickens

Cons

  • Not waterproof
  • The wand doesn't taper in to reach the small inner lashes

Ingredients

WATER/EAU, SHELLAC WAX/CIRE DE LAQUE, BEESWAX/CIRE D'ABEILLE, STEARIC ACID, C18-38 ALKYL, HYDROXYSTEAROYL STEARATE, COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX/CIRE DE CARNAUBA,
BIS-PEG-12 DIMETHICONE BEESWAX, TRIETHANOLAMINE, AMMONIUM ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, GLYCERIN, GLYCERYL STEARATE SE, PARAFFIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, AMINOMETHYL PROPANEDIOL, SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE, CELLULOSE, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, POLYQUATERNIUM-10, GALACTOARABINAN, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, STEARYL DIHYDROXYPROPYLDIMONIUM OLIGOSACCHARIDES, TETRASODIUM EDTA, SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE, STEARDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL PANTHENYL PEG-7 DIMETHICONE PHOSPH.CHLORIDE, DIMETHICONE, POLYQUATERNIUM-11, POLYQUATERNIUM-7, TIN OXIDE, LAURETH-30, SORBITAN STEARATE, PEG-40 STEARATE, SILICA, METHYLPARABEN, PROPYLPARABEN, PHENOXYETHANOL.

To Sum Up

All in all a very popular choice of mascara with most patrons relishing how it separates and thickens lashes.

There was one user that pointed out a obvious minor floor to the applicator. It doesn't taper in at the end like most wands, so it makes it harder to coat the small inner lashes without making a mess.

At $3.99 for a .35oz veil it is a very reasonably priced mascara, considering most are at least double that price.

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A Best Seller Eyeshadow Primer Potion by Urban Decay Review | Long Lasting & Crease Proof

Friday, October 1st, 2010

Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer PotionUrban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion has a unique veil shaped like a genie bottle in a cute lilac shade.

The primer is devised to provide a totally translucent base that should glide on easily, this is promised by Urban Decay to make eyeshadow smoother to apply, appear more vibrant and last longer without creasing.

Apparently the potion has been improved with its new bent wand, this is designed to make applications smoother and easier.

The ingredients suggest this may not appeal to the more Eco friendly patron as it contains some synthetic ingredients.

Users Conclusions

Below I have summarized users opinions of Urban Decay's Eyeshadow Primer Potion:

Pros

  • No flaking or fading
  • No creasing
  • Lightweight creamy texture
  • Non sticky
  • Colors appear more vibrant

Cons

  • A little expensive
  • wand applicator isn't very effective
  • Doesn't work for oily lids ( according to a few reviews)

Ingredients

Isododecane, Talc, Cyclopentasiloxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Trihydroxystearin, Triethylhexanoin, Isopropyl Lanolate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Dimethicone, PEG-40 Stearate, Propylene Carbonate, Phenoxyethanol, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Propylparaben, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Methicone, Isobutylparaben. May Contain: Mica, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride).

To Sum Up

The majority of patrons adored this potion as it made their eyeshadow last all day without fading or creasing.

However, a few users found it didn't work for them at all, this was mainly ladies with oily lids. They said it didn't make any difference to their eyeshadow, some even said it made the shadow crease more.

The primer is also a little lavishly priced at $18 but most users said it does last a long time, so its worth the price.

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