A couple of months ago, weighted blankets started popping up throughout my social media feeds, specifically as advertisements on Instagram. They’re exactly what like they sound like; a blanket, weighted usually with sand, to help people to sleep better. My sister saw somewhere that the blankets were half price, so she looked into it and … More Weighted blankets: are they worth the price?
I posted a few days ago about my struggles with modern-day shopping, asking for some input regarding where to shop for both casual and work-appropriate clothes. Much to my delight, I received a recommendation from a friend from University (you rock, Elisa), and I have already made a purchase from hautelook.com. Hautelook.com is affiliated with … More Hautelook.com
I have a bag I keep in the bathroom containing a random assortment of beauty products I have accumulated over the years, ones I don’t make use of every day. Occasionally, I go through this bag in hopes of being inspired to create some exotic makeup look (which never happens, let’s be honest), and when … More Product Review: Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer
I’ve touched on the subject of my acne a few times with all of you, and I apologize, but I’m going to do so yet again. I know, I know. You’re asking yourself, “why does this girl constantly talk about her acne?” To put it simply, if you’ve never dealt with acne, you’re likely not … More Product Review: La Roche Posay Effaclar Deep Cleansing Foaming Cream
I know, I know. Another mascara review. Hear me out, though. If there’s anything you can take away from these product reviews, it’s that I’m trying my best to share my experiences with certain items in hopes of better informing someone about a product before they go out and purchase it. Who wouldn’t want to … More Product Review: L’Oreal Telescopic Mascara
Sweaty, smelly armpits aren’t exactly the most attractive thing in the world. Unfortunately, however, they’re far more common for a lot of us than we’re willing to admit, hence prompting today’s post. My armpits have always been a bit of a nuisance for me, personally. They sweat more than what one may categorize as ‘normal,’ … More Product Review: Dove Sensitive Shield Dry Spray Antiperspirant
I would argue most of us have either heard of or have used facial masks at some point in our lives. Whether they be hydrating, soothing, detoxifying or purifying, there’s a mask for just about any skin concern. What about hair masks, though? When summer rolls around, the ends of my hair tend to look … More Is Hair Masking A Thing?
I have been using a setting powder from Cover FX for quite a while now, and frankly, I’m getting a little bored with it. It’s not a bad product by any means, but I don’t think it’s worth the cost. I was getting some things at a Shoppers a few days ago when I decided … More Product Review: Dermablend Loose Setting Powder
Mascara is one of my best friends. I rarely leave the house without a few strokes of the wand against my eyelashes, and for me personally, I find mascara to be one of the most effective ways to wake up tired-looking eyes. I have been using my Covergirl mascara for quite a while now, and … More Product Review: Essence’s The False Lashes Mascara Extreme Volume and Curl
I dedicated a post to Vanity Planet’s Ultimate Skin Spa Facial Cleansing System a couple of months ago and exclaimed that I would post a follow-up in the near future, specifically after using the product for an extended period of time. I have been using this cleansing system for a couple of months now, therefore I feel … More Update: Vanity Planet’s Ultimate Skin Spa Facial Cleansing System
It is arguable that the most important component in your face cleansing routine is doing just that – cleansing your skin. Many individuals who wash their face are unknowingly leaving debris, dirt and makeup behind, even after cleansing, because it can be challenging to entirely rid your skin or dirt depending on your line of … More Product Review: Vanity Planet’s Ultimate Skin Spa Facial Cleansing System
You know the saying, “why fix something if it isn’t broke?” I should have taken this saying into consideration when I was shampoo shopping a couple of weeks ago. I finished up the Herbal Essences shampoo and conditioner I was using recently, and despite … More Product Review: OGX’s Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo and Conditioner
A while ago I composed a post discussing a fragrance sampler kit I received as a Christmas gift. One of the fragrance options within the kit was the Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia Eau de Parfum (quite a mouthful, I know), and since I ended up going with it as my final selection, I wanted to describe … More Product Review: Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia Eau de Parfum
I used to bite my nails to such a severe extent they would bleed. Despite the pain this resulted in and the rather horrid appearance of my fingers, I simply could not stop chewing my nails, no matter what I did. Oddly enough, when I was in university, I woke up one day and decided … More Product Review: Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream
For Christmas, I received the LUSH Ocean Salt Face and Body Scrub. I am not one to make frequent use of any type of facial scrub, although I probably could, so after receiving one for a gift, I decided I would stick with it and use it weekly. According to its description on LUSH.com, this … More LUSH: Ocean Salt Face and Body Scrub
I used some of my Sephora membership points with my last online order to snag a mini-sized version of the Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara. I had heard fantastic reviews regarding this product, so I figured I would seize the opportunity to try it out for myself. The full-size version of this product retails … More Product Review: Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
As of late, I have been trying to get into the habit of not washing my hair as frequently as I have in the past. I used to wash my hair daily, however, this is not an ideal practice when considering how it impacts the overall health and quality of your hair. So, I decided … More Product Review: Herbal Essences Naked Dry Shampoo
I am beyond thrilled that I have been able to compose two posts as of late discussing some tasty treats I can consume with my food allergies. The first was my post regarding Newton’s No Gluten products, and today’s post regards Galt Juice Bakery’s Quinoa Puff Chocolate Chip Cookies. My sister picked up these cookies … More Galt Juice Bakery’s Quinoa Puff Chocolate Chip Cookie
The surgery I had to repair ligaments in my foot and further remove bone fragments has made it impossible for me to drive for the past six weeks. Thankfully, a lovely friend has been driving me to and from my classes at Niagara College, and my family has been driving me down to Thorold and … More Uber
I received the Fragrance Sampler and Certificate For Her from Shopper’s Drugmart for Christmas, and I wanted to do a review of the product because I believe it makes for a fantastic gift. The Sampler retails for $85.00, and in it are ten sample sizes of ten different fragrances. In addition to receiving a wide array … More Product Review: Fragrance Sampler & Certificate For Her
Depending on your hair type, it can be difficult to designate products that boost the health of your locks. My hair tends to be dry and it is also long, therefore the products I discuss in this post may not be suitable for everyone. For shampoo and conditioner, I went through several bottles of the … More Best Hair Products of 2017
While some of you may think this post is rather useless, it is my hope that some readers may find this post interesting or beneficial. I thought I could list all the products I make use of daily, and that permanently reside in my makeup bag, because they are the products I have categorized as … More What’s In My Makeup Bag?
Eyelash extensions are undoubtedly a significant cosmetic and beauty trend as of right now. I know many individuals who have gotten eyelash extensions within the past year, and while a majority of them thoroughly enjoy them, I imagine some persons are unaware of just how costly they can be over time. I have nothing against eyelash … More Are Eyelash Extensions Worth the Hype?
I received the Tarte 4-in-1 Setting Mist from the Rainforest of the Sea Collection for Christmas from one of my cousins, and because I am so profoundly impressed with it, I wanted to review it here on my blog. This product is available from the Sephora website and also Tarte’s website, and retails at Sephora … More Product Review: Tarte’s 4-in-1 Rainforest of the Sea Collection Setting Mist
Washing your face daily is an effective way to keep your skin looking healthy and youthful. It can be difficult, however, to determine how to properly wash your face when you’re unsure of what skin type you have. There are five main categorizations of skin types – normal, dry, oily, and combination. If you’re one … More How to Wash Your Face According to Your Skin Type
As a Christmas gift from my boyfriend’s brother and his wife, I received a care package from LUSH, said package containing a facial scrub, a shower jelly, a bath bomb and a bar of soap. For the purpose of this post, I will be reviewing the shower jelly because it is the only product I … More Product Review: LUSH Cosmetics Shower Jellie 93,000 Miles
I have been experiencing rather severe heartburn over the past few days, and because I did not have any antacids on-hand, I thought I would research how to achieve relief from acid reflux using common household ingredients. Several articles I came across recommended apple cider vinegar, and since we had some in our pantry, I decided … More Is Apple Cider Vinegar Worth the Hype?
In accordance with my previous post regarding the best moisturizers for dry, winter skin, I realized that individuals also commonly encounter dry, cracked lips throughout the winter months. I personally do, and because I know how unpleasant and painful cracked lips can be, I did some research and found a list of what TotalBeauty.com considers … More All the Lip Balms!
Personally, I have never been a huge fan of cosmetic setting sprays. I have experimented with several different types of setting sprays throughout my makeup-wearing career, and after trying the Cover FX Mattifying Setting Spray I can say with complete honesty that this particular setting spray is the best I have used thus far. This … More Product Review: Cover FX Mattifying Setting Spray
I apologize for beating a dead horse in regards to often I have discussed dry, winter skin as of late, but I wanted to review Dove’s Deep Moisture Body Wash because it truly is a fantastic product to make use of throughout the winter months. I have been using this body wash consistently for approximately … More Product Review: Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash
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