The 6 Most Overly-Hyped Products
See which buzzed-about beauty products our readers say aren't worthy of the praise they garner
Philosophy Hope in a Jar, $38
The Hype: A purported cult fave that's a "99.9% oil-free, deeply hydrating, lightweight wonder designed to smooth the complexion, while reducing the appearance of wrinkles and discoloration."
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I agree with the products here, but I believe you have forgotten one product that 'everybody' loves, yet I despise. The culprit here is OPI nail polish. Yes they have nice colours,witty names, a nice brush, blah, blah, blah, but I had chips on my nail within 24 hours! When used with top coat, chips within 48 hours!I don't cheap out on nail polish either, considering my favourite brand is China Glaze, which is only $3 cheaper. For me, OPI is only good for a small amounts of colour needed for an intricate nail design. God forbid if my opinion may be different than anyone else's.
by nailaddict19 Friday, April 6, 2012 at 11:24AM Report as inappropriate
This is so true! I have been fooled on almost all of these products lol! Proactiv and bare minerals continue to be the biggest rip-offs on the market and I will stop at nothing to get the word out about those two products because they are HORRIBLE!
by Alisunshine Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 11:04AM Report as inappropriate
What's really funny is this article bashes LashBlast, but I'm reading another Total Beauty article at the same time that swears it's a steal for DiorShow. Make up your mind (I love LashBlast).
by VV001 Sunday, March 18, 2012 at 01:42PM Report as inappropriate
I like the hope in the jar. However I like the one that's for sensitive skin. that one rocks plus it doesn't have the awful smell
by Nayeli11 Friday, February 17, 2012 at 11:54AM Report as inappropriate
Smashbox primer is WAY too expensive. I get the same effect by using, of all things, Monistat anti-chafing gel as a makeup primer! Both mascaras mentioned are lame, bare minerals makeup is awful, and the combo of chemicals will burn the top layers of your skin right off! I do like Philosophy Hope in a Jar though. I only use it as a night cream in the winter.
by queeniemeanie Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 04:38AM Report as inappropriate
There were a few of these I almost tried, now I'm super glad I didn't!
by sportimonki13 Sunday, January 1, 2012 at 03:21PM Report as inappropriate
The Great Lash is not that bad! I like it. I also bought the LashBlast but I haven't tried it yet.
by MissXu Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 05:39PM Report as inappropriate
One article says some of these products are the best, the next article says they do not work. What to believe?
by TrillianAlice Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 03:36PM Report as inappropriate
hope in a jar too expensive
by Benahir Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 04:29PM Report as inappropriate
I really really liked lash blast. I had no complaints.
by andyv1217 Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 06:34PM Report as inappropriate





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