L'Oreal Paris HiP Studio Secrets Professional Concentrated Shadow Duos

great for the money!

Awesome colors, great staying power... packed with pigment. In my opinion this is as good as MAC, and cheaper. Has a cute little mirror, but it's a bit hard to use the shadow and the mirror at the same time. Comes with a sponge applicator, but you would be better off using a brush for whole lid application. The applicator is good for contouring though. Some of the colors are very dramatic, and may be too much for some, but you will never be bored with the selection. Loreal hit the jackpot with the HIP line.

August 24, 2009

Bath & Body Works True Blue Spa Look Ma, New Hands Softening Hand Lotion with Paraffin

ehh..

Not horrible, but not "new" hands either. Does moisturize, but wont heal super dry skin.

April 29, 2009

Naturopathica Green Tea Wasabi Mask

great mask

Despite the scary "wasabi" in the name, it is not harsh. It does a great job of refreshing and deep cleaning. As a bonus, it is all natural and eco-friendly. I really love this mask and use it once a week and my skin is happy!

April 29, 2009

Peter Thomas Roth Oil-Free Moisturizer

really nice for oily skin

I use this in the winter, and I have oily skin. Only use if your skin is dry too... and only on dry parts! It is a bit pricey (as are all PTR products), but you will not be disappointed. This is non-greasy and well formulated. 9 out of 10 for price only

April 29, 2009

Peter Thomas Roth Beta Hydroxy Acid 2% Acne Wash

nice.. but cheaper options out there

It's a well formulated BHA (aka salyclic acid) cleanser. Absolutely works, but it doesn't do any better than Neutrogena acne wash. For the price, I would go with Neutrogena. I give it an 8 for the price only.

April 29, 2009

June Jacobs Perfect Pumpkin Peeling Enzyme Masque

pricey but effective

This is a great masque for revealing fresher and brighter skin. Admittedly it does cost a bit, but it's cheaper than going and getting a facial... with VERY similar results. The enzymes are active and really do their job. And the smell is like pumpkin pie!

April 29, 2009

Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller

coffee for the eyes!

I really like this. It's so cool on the eyes (temp. wise). When I have had a sleepless night, it wakes my eyes up, and keeps puffiness at bay. I would say it's as good as cucumber slices, but much more convenient. I keep one at home and one in my purse. For the price, you can't go wrong!

April 28, 2009

Julie Hewett Icon of Beauty Lipstick

gorgeous colors

I love the lipsticks! These are all great.. beautiful tube (who doesn't like gold?), great staying power. The colors are amazing.

April 28, 2009

Julie Hewett Mandy Palette

just ok

I got this for free, and I'm glad. It's pricey for what you get, but I guess if you like a cream blush... I don't. I use these from time to time for lip color, a good palette for mixing custom colors. But it's a magnetic close palette and the colors dry out a bit. The colors are also a little sheer on, too sheer for my taste. Others may like it.

April 28, 2009

Replenix Retinol Smoothing Serum 3X

pricey... worth it!

This (along with the other strengths) is a great product. It's a serum, no to thick, so all types can use it. The 3x is best for most types. The antioxidants are great (green tea) and are formulated properly. It absorbs well, the bottle is designed great to keep the ingredients fresh and active. Perfect if you don't use a moisturizer!

April 28, 2009