February 2025 Empties

All my monthly trash on display for you to see. :P

The following two moisturizers have separated entirely and have a weird texture now that I don't feel comfortable using:

1. Chamos Acaci Pomegranate Anti-Wrinkle Cream: 

2. Sephora Collection Instant Moisturizer: 

3. Laura Mercier Devotion Velour Lovers Lip Color: Unfortunately, this lipstick has developed an off scent so I've decided to discard it. I used up most of it anyway so it's not that big a loss.

4. Dove deep moisture body wash: I feel like this body wash is perfect for shaving especially for this time of year. It doesn't have any kind of fancy scent to it. But as its name implies, is deeply hydrating, which leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth.

5. CVS Health Intense Dry Skin Therapy Deep Repair Lotion: I would say that the title of this product can be misleading in the sense of, if you have an area where the skin is thin but very dry, it will hydrate and exfoliate that area and leave it feeling soft and smooth. However, if you have dry, cracked soles and you're looking for something to revive your feet - this isn't the product. Let me explain - I mostly use body lotions on my legs post-shaving and on the bottom of my feet twice daily because my feet tend to dry out - they rarely crack, but they can peel occasionally. For my legs, this worked perfectly, it leaves them silky smooth; but for my feet - while it did slow the growth of calluses and kept my foot skin soft overall - I found that my skin absorbed it rather quickly and then felt like it wanted more hydration or something thicker. 

6. Dr Teal's Lavender Shea Sugar Scrub: This is very strongly scented of lavender which, I'm not mad at, but it can feel intense at times. It being a sugar scrub, it's very abrasive which I prefer because its abrasion feels invigorating.

7. berkley jensen Green Tea & Cucumber baby wipes: I like to use these wipes to wipe down surfaces, especially when I'm cleaning my makeup collection. I also like them for removing swatches from when I take blog photos. These smell really nice and refreshing, I also like adding a bit of alcohol to them to make them antibacterial. 

8. CALA Eye Adore Lashes in Wispy: These lashes are pretty and have a "natural" look wherein they give the eye oomph without being too dramatic or over-the-top. That said, they take quite a few wears to mold to the eye and have the tendency to want to pop off which can make them a pain to work with.

9. Dr Teal's Pink Himalayan Salt Scrub in Glow & Radiance: Honestly, I wasn't expecting to like this scrub because many salt scrubs irritate my skin, due to them being salt based, and then shaving after using them is an unpleasant experience. Hence you'll see me using sugar scrubs instead. But that said, this left my skin feeling silky smooth, wasn't irritating at all, and smells delicious! It has a very yummy tart-sweet citrus scent. 

10. ORLY Bonder Rubberized Basecoat: While I find this to be a reliable, basic base coat, I don't particularly find that it helps my nail polish to stick on. As in, this doesn't prevent chipping and doesn't really do much for nail health either. Because my nails have the tendency to peel, I have found more nourishing base coats keep my nail polish on longer because it sticks better onto healthy nails. 

11. Isehan Kiss Me Sunkiller Perfect Water Essence Alcohol Free SPF 50+ PA++++: This is a decent sunscreen that left my skin feeling moisturized without the need for additional moisturizer underneath. However, in comparison to my beloved Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Essence SPF 50+ PA++++, this has a heavier texture that I don't like as much.

12. TRESemme Ultra Fine Hairspray: This bottle is so gigantic that I was shocked when I ran out merely because it lasts for something close to a year - and that's using it on my head daily and also using it as an anti-static spray for some of my clothes. I love that this has a touchable hold and that it doesn't leave my hair feeling sticky or crunchy. 

13. Ivon Cuticle Pusher: I purchased a three pack of these because my cuticles were starting to look raggedy and these do a really nice job of getting rid of the dead skin but I feel like they're not as invasive as literal cuticle nippers and are easier to use.

14. Ardell Professional Active Lash in Speedy: I really like how soft and natural these lashes look, they add a little length and volume without being over the top. That said, similar to many other pairs I have issues with, they really like popping off at the inner corner and it's a bit of a fight to get them to stick on there.

15. Unnamed Powder Puff: I'm unsure where this powder puff came from but all I have to say is that its overall quality was just not good. It ripped early on in use and the internal foam came out wherein I had to discard it. 

Disclaimer: I purchased all of the products mentioned above with the exception of the Sephora Collection item which I received for testing.  All opinions are my own.

September 2024 Favorites

Hey folksickles,

Alright, all the goodies I've been enjoying in September :) 

1. e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter: Although this is marketed as a liquid highlighter, I personally use this as a glow-giving primer all over the face. I find that it gives my skin a healthy glow when used this way, it doesn't make me look oily or shiny in a bad way when used under foundation. What I enjoy about this too, is that it gives me a little extra boost of coverage as well so I can use less foundation.

2. Laura Mercier Velour Lovers Lip Color in Devotion: This lipstick appears to have been discontinued and honestly what a shame. This is a very comfortable, satin formulation that goes on fairly full-coverage and is a very pretty shade of rosy pink. Personally I love both the formula because it's comfortable and wears well but I also love the color because I feel like it's something that goes with every look while simultaneously brightening up my complexion. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: I purchased all the products mentioned above myself.

August 2024 Empties

 All my monthly trash on display for you to see. :P

1. Equate Watermelon Shea Sugar Scrub: I really like that these scrubs are gritty without being overly abrasive and are at an affordable price point. I don't know that I'd get this particular scent again, as it has that strong artificial watermelon scent to it. That said, on the other hand it reminds me of watermelon Bubblicious gum that I used to love as a child, which is nostalgic. I don't know that I want to smell like that gum though.

2. Vaseline Intensive Care cocoa radiant Lotion: I can't say this really adds radiance to my skin, but it is hydrating without being thick or greasy. As always, I wish it were a bit richer because it doesn't hydrate the soles of my feet - which is mainly where I use moisturizer - as deeply as I'd like. Other than that though, I like this lotion. I also like its delicate sweet, roasty scent.

3. NYX Professional Makeup Faux White Inner Eye Brightener in Mint Cream: I am really sad to have run out of this because I loved it as a waterline liner. It really helps make me look more awake and makes my eyes look a bit bigger and brighter. I also liked that this was a subtle mint because it sort of color-corrected any redness in the eye area as well. I'm especially sad because it seems like NYX has discontinued these and they were great in my opinion, I wish they'd come back.

4. Ardell Original Demi Wispies x: I love that these lashes are very easy to work with, glue close to the lash-line, and are very natural-looking. In fact I wish all lashes had lash bands like the ones on these because they make it so easy to glue these lashes on without them popping off anywhere the way that thick lash bands tend to do. My only issue is that if I take a nap and have these lashes on, they tend to bend easily and never go back to their original shape. 

5. Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Silky Creme Lipstick in Rouge Ultime: This is a beautiful classic red shade of lipstick. That said, this has gotten down to a point where I can no longer apply it neatly and when I try to put it on with a lip brush it goes on weirdly sheer in a way I don't like. I do use the tail ends of lipsticks to create a "Franken-lipstick" so this will go toward that but I'm done with it as a standalone.

6. Secret Powder Fresh 24Hr Invisible Solid Antiperspirant/Deodorant: I'm not sure what it is with the Secret brand, that it works best for my armpits without irritating them, but I really liked this deodorant, I found that it worked well and was gentle on my pits.

7. inm Out the Door Topcoat for Nails: I love this topcoat because it creates a thick, glossy, gel-like appearance. However, this bottle has gotten down to the bottom where it's difficult to coat the brush with product and the product itself has become sort of goopy. 

8. Equate Tropical Mango Shea Sugar Scrub: This scrub smells absolutely delicious - it has a sweet, tropical, fruity-floral scent that I really love. I love how scrubby the sugar is, it's abrasive enough where I feel like I'm getting a good scrub but isn't harsh on the skin either. 

9. Cococare 100% Natural Peppermint Oil: I use this oil as insect deterrent in my room as I was attacked by a waterbug late one night and don't want a repeat of that experience ever again. So far it seems to be effective.

10. Dove revitalizing cherry & chia milk body wash: I like using these body washes as replacement for shave gel - they really help my razor to glide nicely and leave my skin feeling soft, silky, and hydrated. This one has a really yummy cherry candy scent to it.  

11. Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Essence SPF 50+ PA++++: I feel like I'm always sad to run out of this sunscreen because I just love it. I love its lightweight, serum-like feel and how despite being so lightweight it keeps me from getting burned in the sun while also leaving my skin feeling comfortably hydrated.

12. boscia Matcha Magic Super-Antioxidant Mask: I liked how this felt like a deep-cleansing mask because it was clay based but it isn't drying at all. 

13. Milani Make It Last Original Natural Finish Setting Spray: I am so sad to have run out of this because I feel like the jumbo bottle of this lasts forever and I really like this setting spray - it's great for keeping your makeup on and for applying eyeshadow wet. 

14. Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Complexion Drops Dewy Skin Tint in N and 0.5: Honestly I'm unsure if I didn't like this because the samples that they sent to Sephora essentially have only enough product in them to get a decent color match and not to actually try out the tint and see how much coverage you can get with it. Frankly, I found this entirely too sheer for  my taste and while I like the glow it gives, I feel like this would be more of a glow-giving primer for me versus a tint or foundation product because I prefer more medium to full coverage. Additionally, at $68 I'm just not dropping it on something that doesn't even give me the kind of coverage I like. 

Edit: I did use the second sample as more of a slightly tinted dewy primer and I really liked the kind of coverage and glow I got out of my foundation when using this under it, but again, $68 just doesn't justify the cost of doing so, I can purchase any other glow-giving primer or even a tinted moisturizer or BB cream to do the trick and it would cost less.

15. TIAM Snail & Azulene Sleeping Mask: This mask is great in the sense of the jar lasted a long time, a little bit went a long way, and it added a nice boost of hydration and anti-inflammatory ingredients for my skin. 

16. Shop Miss A AOA Studio Dermaplaning Face Razor: I honestly realize that even though I use this for dermaplaning, I prefer using smaller razors designed for brows because they give me better precision. 

17. Givenchy Powder Puff: This is the one that comes with the Prisme Libre powder. I really like the powder puff in the sense that it feels soft and does a good job of depositing powder and is also great to pat across the face to touch up any spots like around the mouth after eating or on the nose if you were wearing glasses. That said, the strap on it broke quite quickly and I didn't love that aspect.

Disclaimer: I purchased all of the products mentioned above with the exception of the Westman Atelier product, which was provided as a sample. All opinions are my own.

August 2023 Empties

All my monthly trash on display for you to see. :P

1. Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum: I don't know that this serum made my skin any more radiant than usual, but it did make my skin feel very smooth and hydrated which I appreciate.

2. Dr Teal's Shea Sugar Scrub in Cannabis Sativa Hemp Seed Oil x2: This has a sweet, earthy, green scent to it that I enjoy - it doesn't smell the way stereotypical "weed" smells so you won't be smelling like you've been smoking. Additionally, the scrub has a really nice grit to it which leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth. 

3. Freeman Hydrating glacier water + pink peony Gel Cream Mask: This mask adds a nice boost of hydration to the skin. I like to use this as a sleeping mask so that it can replenish my skin overnight.

4. Pearlessence Faux Mink Lashes Wispies: Despite them being faux mink, I find these lashes are easier to apply and have thinner lash bands. They have a pretty, natural appearance that gives a voluminous, full lash look.  

5. Pure Smile Choosy Lip Scrub in Chocolate: This scrub started off as somewhat of a lip balm because it took me a while to get down to the gritty bits. It smells delicious and left my lips feeling soft and smooth. 

6. Revital Vitamin C + Mango Enhanced Glow Body Lotion: This lotion smells delicious and feels very smooth, almost serum-like going on. That being said, I didn't find that it made my body skin glowing or luminous in any way. Additionally, I wish it were more hydrating.

7. Minoxidil Topical Aerosol 5% (For Women): I was using this mostly on my temples where I had somewhat bald-ish spots and this really helped regrow the hair in that area. 

8. Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: This was a really nice hydrating serum that gave my skin a nice radiance and smooth texture. 

9. Ardell Professional Studio Effects Lashes in Wispies: I really love these lashes because they're on the softer, more natural side but they still add a bit of length and volume.

10. Laura Mercier Foundation Primer: This was a really nice basic primer with a lightweight, thin, lotion texture. It did get to smelling a bit funky toward the end of me having it so I am glad to have used this up.

11. Greenleaf Dahlia & White Musk Candle: This candle had quite a powerful scent. While it was nice, in my opinion it's a bit too intense and powdery for me personally.

12. Dove summer care grapefruit & lemon balm body wash: This is a nice smelling body wash and I love its scent a lot. I use this to shave, as I do with my other Dove washes. That said, I think that it aggravates my eczema due to its strong scent so I'll be switching to the sensitive version when I run out of the rest of these.

13. Powder Puff from the Palladio Rice Powder: Since I've stopped using my sponge to apply powder, I'm using up my powder puffs. I have to say that this puff was disappointing in the sense that, after two weeks, the backing of it came right off. That being said, it did an ok job of getting powder onto my face and under my eyes. I wish I had more precision with it though. 

14. AOA Studio Mochi Teardrop Blender: I find these difficult to thoroughly wash as they seem to really want to hang onto foundation/potentially absorb a lot of foundation as they're being used. Additionally, this one started ripping and falling apart as I washed it to the point where I really didn't like using the sponge and would resist having to wash it. 

15. Bisous De Provence Lavender with Flowers Triple Milled Soap: I really enjoyed using this soap and recommend it to anyone who enjoys lavender. It smells lovely, foams up nicely, and does a great job of cleansing the skin without drying it out.

Disclaimer: I purchased all of the above with the exception of the Greenleaf candle. 

September 2021 Empties

All my monthly trash on display for you to see. :P

Sheet Masks Galore:

A'Pieu Air Pocket Sheet in Coffee Milk: As in previous reviews, I continue to love these sheet masks. They're beautifully hydrating and leave my skin feeling very silky with a supple softness. 

BANOBAGI Vita Genic Jelly Mask in lifting: This mask, in my personal opinion, had way too much serum in it. Not only were they extremely generous, but the mask is gelatinous, as its name implies, in a way that felt like entirely too much to me. It left my skin feeling fairly hydrated but I wouldn't get it again. 

Coreana Orthia Perfect Collagen 28 Days Intensive Ampoule Aqua Mask: This mask, like the one above, was just too goopy and wet for me. I found that mask, on its own, was adequately wet without the need to go in with the first step serum (although I used it as instructed). I think it would've been better had I not gone in with that first step.

Eunyul Broccoli Daily Care Sheet Mask: This mask is lightly hydrating and left my skin feeling smooth and soft.

Etude House Hyaluronic Acid Air Mask: To be honest I had high hopes for this mask as I've really liked the sheet masks I had from Etude House in the past. With that being said, I found it to be just ok. It hydrates lightly but I just don't like it as much as the other Etude House sheet masks that I've tried before.

goodal citron infused water mild sheet mask: This mask was really hydrating despite being a clear serum - I find that typically milkier serums are more hydrating. That said, this has a nice light citrus scent and leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth. 

goodal quince infused honey mild sheet mask: I really liked this mask because it left my skin feeling hydrated, soft, and smooth. In addition this has an apple-like scent that set the mood for the approaching fall season. 

Nature Republic Real Nature Mask Sheet in Green Tea: This mask has a really pretty green tea scent; it left my skin feeling very soft, smooth, and supple.

Nature Republic Real Nature Mask Sheet in Avocado: This mask is a repeat favorite. It's extremely hydrating and perfect for when my skin feels dry, tight, is peeling, or is suffering from rough texture. My skin is left incredibly soft and smooth. 

papa recipe Bombee Honey Mask x2: These masks feel really refreshing and they leave my skin feeling hydrated and smooth. They have a delicious honey scent. 

papa recipe  Bombee Black Honey Mask Pack x3: Frankly I think I like these even better than the original honey mask! This smells just as delicious but it leaves my skin even more radiant, hydrated, and smooth. The mask itself feels more silky and luxurious. The only downsides are that the masks themselves are somewhat small and I feel like they're designed for someone with a smaller face. I feel like a lot of the serum drips all over my neck and chest when I wear this, which isn't the most pleasant of feelings. 

TONYMOLY Cat's Purrfect Brightening Eye Mask: This provided some nice hydration for my under-eyes as well as for the forehead. I went into this thinking it was going to be more for the actual under-eye area but it's more of a masquerade type of mask so it covers the upper portion of the face. It was weird to be able to drink tea and not worry about it being awkward the way it can be with regular masks. 

2. Bath & Body Works Tiki Beach Scented Candle x2: I love this candle scent so much and am sad to see it come to an end. 

3. germ-x fragrance free original hand sanitizer: Honestly I am not a fan of this hand sanitizer. It's too goopy and gelatinous in a way that causes it to take quite a while to dry on the hands.

4. Laura Mercier body & bath ambre vanille honey bath: This bubble bath just smells so incredible and I truly enjoyed having it. It produces lovely bubbles and has its scent lingers on the skin.

5. KISS Lash Couture Faux Mink Collection Lashes in Little Black Dress x2: As much as I love the look of these lashes in the box and on myself I wish that, especially given how soft and natural they look, that they had thinner, more flexible lash bands. I find them difficult to work with because they don't want to bend to my eye shape. I do find this annoying thick band frequently with faux mink lashes so that might be the issue. 

6. Indie Lee I-Awaken Resurfacing Mask: I really liked how smooth this mask made my skin feel when I washed it off but overall I wasn't a fan of the scent and the fact that this mask took a while to wash off. 

7. ColourPop Complexion Blending Sponge: This sponge did a fantastic job of blending on my face cosmetic products really flawlessly and seamlessly. I found it easy to work with, 

8. Laura Mercier Caviar Eye Color Stick in Rose Gold: I love this so much as a base for powder shadow. It adds a nice touch of neutral sparkle, which is pretty even on its own, and I find that it really helps my makeup stay put throughout the day. It's a great neutral pinky shade that, in my opinion, goes with everything. 

9. Oribe Featherbalm Weightless Styler: I found this to be a nice, lightweight, styling cream that added a little bit of smoothness and hydration to my hair. I personally didn't find it to be much better than other styling creams I've had in the past, outside of its light texture, which I do like... but technically I can use less of another product so, to be honest, I don't feel like I can justify its price point but if you need a light styler and are willing to make the splurge, this is nice. 

10. Trader Joe's Watermelon Facial Mist: I really love to use this as a toner. It adds a nice boost of hydration to my skin and smells really yummy too!

11. Maya Chia The Straight A Advanced Gentle Retinol Treatment Facial Oil: I am so sad to say that this is completely gone because, it being one of the only retinols I could use nightly with no irritation, and having a beautiful rose scent, made it a winner in my book. As I don't have any severe signs of aging or crepiness of the skin I can't say that this made any improvement in that aspect, my skin was very soft, smooth, and had a nice glow while I was using this. Pore-wise I also would say I didn't see a difference, but then again I feel like maybe with something as permanent as sebaceous filaments there isn't much that can be done to eliminate their presence. 

12. Ariose Monde Ocean Bliss Shower Gel: I know this may be a silly thing to say but I'm glad that this has come to an end. It works well and bubbles nicely but its scent has a musky note that I am not a fan of. 

13. L.A. Girl Pro Conceal HD High-Definition Concealer in Classic Ivory: This is another item that I am glad to have used up completely because the color is just too dark for me. I was able to make this work by layering it underneath my foundation but overall it's ok and I didn't love it.

14. Laneige Foam Cleanser Moisture: This was a pretty nice standard creamy bubbly cleanser. I didn't find it any more hydrating than any other similar formula and overall wasn't super blown away by it. It did its job of making my face clean.

15 .Indie Lee Restorative Eye Cream: Unfortunately this was a dud for me. I found that it was too rich for my eye area to the point where I'd constantly get clogged pores around my eyebrow area and milia on the under-eye area when I used this. In addition, I feel like I zipped through it super quickly. 

16. Bath & Body White Caramel Cold Brew Scented Candle: This candle had a nice, prominent coffee scent. I don't know what it is with Bath & Body works but since they discontinued their Pumpkin Caramel Latte none of their coffee scents has been as good. I don't see why they discontinued that scent either as I personally think it was a really popular scent for the fall and one that my best friend and I sorely miss.

17. berklen jensen Unscented baby wipes: As I've mentioned before, I really like to use these baby wipes for wiping down surfaces, removing makeup swatches, and for wiping down my makeup collection. They are well-moistened and I like that they come in 100-packs, they last quite a long time. In addition, when I go to the laundromat I take these and some alcohol and use them to disinfect the surfaces there. 

18. Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Treatment: While I don't love its scent, I really like this oil treatment to help hydrate dry ends. Even the regular treatment isn't too heavy for my fine hair; it leaves my hair silky and shiny without being weighed down or oily.  

19. Shea Moisture Superfruit Multivitamin Firming Hand & Body Scrub w. Mango Butter & Green Coffee Bean Extract: This is a really nice scrub that leaves my skin very soft and smooth. It has a nice sweet, sour scent to it that reminds me of sour candy but I can't really place it.

20. Dove glowing mango butter & almond butter Nourishing Body Wash: As I've mentioned in the past, I really like to use these to shave with because they're moisturizing, foam nicely, and provide a nice glide for my razor. It leaves my legs feeling super smooth and silky. It works great as a hydrating body wash also, leaving me feeling soft and clean. 

21. Mario Badescu Deodorant: I have to say that with this, as with many other natural deodorants, I found myself disappointed. The stick itself has a really nice, fresh, clean scent. That being said I find that this lasts maybe 4 hours before I have to reapply because I found myself sweaty (to be expected with natural deodorants) and stinky (NOT to be expected with natural deodorants after maybe a one or two week adjustment period). Toward the end of me using this I developed a bit of a rash on my underarms. Now, typically, I would blame the deodorant itself but because this is baking-soda free (baking soda is usually what irritates my skin!) I feel that the rash is moreso due to the inefficacy of this to do much about the bacteria in my sweat proliferating and causing stink and sweat rash. Unfortunately it just didn't work out for me.

22. Fourth Ray Beauty Papaya Face Milk: I really enjoyed this moisturizer because it's lightweight yet provided my skin with what feels like enough hydration. It has a faint, sweet scent that I really enjoy. In addition, the papaya enzymes in this leave my skin feeling very soft and smooth. I only used this at nighttime so I didn't experience any irritation, even when I was using a retinol oil alongside this.

23. Korres Body Firming Serum Spray in Cashmere Rose: I really liked this as a lightweight moisturizer for the summertime and felt that, despite its very lightweight, silky milky serum texture, that it provided really wonderful hydration. This leaves my skin feeling super silky, smooth, and hydrated. As always, this wasn't enough hydration for the soles of my feet but it left me legs feeling amazing post-shave. I LOVE the scent of this; it's a very warm, cozy rose scent. It smells so good and I am sad to have used it all up.  Additionally, I can't say that this had any noticeable firming effect for me personally BUT I only use body moisturizer on my legs below the knee and on my feet, because I walk around a lot and worked retail where I was standing constantly, those areas are fairly firm to begin with. 

24. Guerlain Abeille Royale Youth Watery Oil: I kept seeing advertisements for this so frequently that when I saw Sephora offering a sample with purchase I jumped on the chance. Also like, Guerlain usually doesn't do samples of anything. This felt really nice and absorbed really quickly into my skin, making it feel hydrated and giving it a beautiful glow. That said, it's too pricey a product for me to look into it further.

24. Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum: This has an almost watery gel-like texture, is hydrating, and left my skin feeling really soft and smooth. That being said this is another one that's above my budget.

24. Chanel Ultra Le Teint in B30: *sigh* This is a sample that I tried to make work but alas, I'd have to say my attempt was a fail. There wasn't enough product in here for me to determine if it was merely a sheer coverage or that there wasn't enough product and therefore it ended up sheer. This shade was  a bit too dark for me as well so, in order to solve both issues, I ended up going over it with my regular tinted moisturizer. This has a nice, hydrating feel though and a pretty, glowing finish.

Disclaimer: I purchased all of the above with the exception of the germ-x, Indie Lee, Laura Mercier, Ariose Monde, L.A. Girl, Moroccanoil, TONYMOLY, Sulwhasoo, Chanel, and Oribe products. 

Laura Mercier Mint Caviar Stick Eye Color Review

Today's eyeliner review is going to be on Laura Mercier Caviar Eye Color Stick in Mint

I've used this as a base, on the upper lash-line, and on the waterline

Availability: It appears that this was a limited edition item and has been discontinued.

Would I buy this? I don't know if I'd repurchase this, I treated myself to it for my birthday because you know I love anything mint but... alas.

Notes: This is described as a pastel mint green. I'd say that description is fairly accurate, this has a pretty metallic finish to it... This isn't waterproof, just putting it out there - but does stay put nicely (about 8-11 hours). It glides on very easily. Overall I think it's a good product but the pricing is steep for a what is essentially a cream eyeshadow. I could perhaps justify it if there was a color that really captured my heart (haha) and that is certainly the case with this one. In addition, in the photos above this is used as a base and on the waterline and top lash line. 

Please let me know if you have any comments or questions.

Disclaimer: I purchased this myself.

Eye Cream Review: Laura Mercier Illuminating Eye Cream

Hello folksickles. Today's review will be for Laura Mercier Illuminating Eye Cream

Availability: This product retails at $58 for 15 ml (0.50 fl. oz.) and is available at bluemercury.com, macys.com, bloomingdales.com and nordstrom.com along with their physical store locations as well as at glamglow.com

Would I buy this?: Yes. 

What is this product designed to address?

According to sephora.com this is what the product is and what it does:

What it is: An energizing eye cream that brightens dark circles and reduces visible signs of fatigue for glowing, well-rested eyes.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dark Circles, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, and Dryness

Formulation: Lightweight Cream

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates, parabens, phthalates, and mineral oil. This product is also gluten-free.

What Else You Need to Know: Never look tired again. This fast-absorbing cream works on all skin tones to energize and brighten under and around the eye for a well-rested look. With linoleic acid, watermelon, apple, and narcissus extracts, it helps repair the delicate eye-area skin’s moisture barrier and prevent future signs of fatigue while gently erasing the look of fine lines and wrinkles in just four weeks.

Does it contain any special/beneficial ingredients?
Again, according to sephora.com:

-Illuminating Spheres: Brighten dark circles.

-Caffeine: Energizes and revitalizes.

-Hyaluronic Acid: Plumps and hydrates all day.

-Peptides: Help reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles around the entire eye area.

What is the texture like?

I'd describe the texture as hydrating and creamy, it's a bit on the thick side but not painfully so. 

Is it scented?

This has a very faint floral scent. 

My overall experience/comments on the product:
I really liked this eye cream because it goes on soft and silky - it provides me with enough hydration to keep my eye area looking plump and soft but isn't so heavy or slick that makeup slides all over it. It also has a nice pinkish pearl to add instant brightness. Overall I like the effect that this has.

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: This was provided for testing purposes. I am under no obligation to mention this product on this blog.

Lipstick Review: Laura Mercier Rouge Ultime Rouge Essentiel Silky Creme Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Silky Creme Lipstick in Rouge Ultime

Availability: This is available at sephora.com, bluemercury.com, macys.com, neimanmarcus.com, bloomingdales.com, jcpenny.com and nordstrom.com as well as their physical store locations along with lauramercier.com. It retails at $34.

Would I buy this? I want to say yes, but my wallet is like "chill" because there are so many shades I want.

Notes: Personally I really love this lipstick formula, they go on silky and smooth, have a matte finish but aren't one bit drying, and they have a large variety of shades to choose from. This shade is described as a classic red and I have to agree that it's your signature pin-up girl red. No one is surprised that I absolutely loved it.

Please let me know if you have any comments or questions.

Disclaimer: This was provided for testing purposes, I am under no obligation to mention it on this blog.

September 2020 Arrivals

Ok folksickles! Given that September is my birthday month I feel like it's also a month in which I tend to go a bit nuts. Arrivals feature items I bought this month that are joining my collection; a haul if you will. Without further ado.

1. Sheet Masks Galore: Due to me running low on sheet masks I went absolutely nuts when it came to restoking - at least I won't have to buy any for a while:

A'pieu Air Pocket Sheet Mask in Coconut Milk

A'pieu Real Big Yogurt One Bottle Yogurt Sheet Mask in Blueberry x2

A'pieu Air Pocket Sheet Mask in Coffee Milk x2

A'pieu Air Pocket Sheet Mask in Strawberry Milk x2

AbyBOM Ultra Water Leaf Water Mask With Plant Energy From Garden

AbyBOM Ultra Royal Glow Queen Royal Mask With Honey Energy From Garden

Candy O'Lady Holiday Candy Mask

Candy O'Lady Sweet Lemon Candy Mask

Candy O'Lady Cake Pop Candy Mask

Candy O'Lady Mellow Cotton Candy Mask

Candy O'Lady Mystic Potion Candy Mask

esfolio Rose Essence Mask Sheet

Etude House Snail

Etude House Madecassoside

Everdaze Collagen Focus Treatment Mask

goodal apple infused water mild sheet mask

goodal raspberry infused honey mild sheet mask

goodal citron infused water mild sheet mask

goodal green tea infused water mild sheet mask

goodal blueberry infused water mild sheet mask

JC Jayjun Cosmetic Aloe Pink Mask

JC Jayjun Cosmetic Okra Green Mask

JMsolution Glowing Luminous Flower Firming Mask

JMsolution Marine Luminous Pearl Deep Moisture Mask

papa recipe Bombee Black Honey Mask Pack x10

papa recipe Bombee Honey Mask x10

A'pieu Daily Sheet Mask Black Tea Hydrating x33

A'pieu Daily Sheet Mask Green Tea Soothing x33

A'pieu Soft Foot 30 Minute Peeling Socks (ok they're not a sheet mask but I can sort of class them as belonging to a similar family but for the feet instead of the face)

YesStyle also provided me with a sample pocket of the coxir Intensive EGF Peptide Cream

2.  Sephora mini Haul: Ok so I brought back the NEST fragrance because I wasn't really feeling it and instead picked up:
Tocca Gia (you know I LOVE this perfume so it was a no-brainer to do a swap with)

Rare Beauty By Selena Gomez Perfect Strokes Matte Liquid Liner

Sol de Janeiro Birthday Gift which includes the Bum Bum Cream and Copa Cabana Cream

3. ColourPop mini Haul: 

Night Bloom Pressed Powder Blush

The Full Beat Sponge Set

4. Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colour in Mint: You know I love mint anything so... why not.

5. Wondergloss Beauty Makeup Assassin Makeup Remover and Oil Cleanser: My good friend Donna insisted this was the best makeup remover she'd ever used and pretty much sold me on this when she said it removed lash glue. While this doesn't do the job completely (I use a Makeup Eraser to help) it does the best job out of any other makeup remover I've ever used. Plus it smells amazing!

They also sent me a mini  Face Aperitif Hydrating Facial Mist in Rose as a gift.

6. LUSH Rosie Set: As you all know I love the smell of roses, especially a sweet take like LUSH's Rose Jam so I picked this up. The set includes:

Rose Jam Body Spray

Rose Jam Shower Gel

Ro's Argan Body Conditioner

Rose Jam Bubbleroon

The lovely LUSH associate also threw in:

Mint Julips Lip Scrub (a full size one!!!!)
Elbow Grease Moisturizing Balm

American Cream Shower Gel

Disclaimer: I purchased everything listed above with the exception of the coxir sample, Wondergloss Beauty gift, LUSH free gifts, and Sol de Janeiro birthday gift.

July 2020 Empties

All my monthly trash on display for you to see. :P

Sheet Masks Galore:

Saborino Premium Morning Mask White Strawberry: Alright, I know you're used to me using a bunch of sheet masks and the reason I haven't been reviewing them the way I used to is because there's a whopping 28 masks in this container. Now it's designed to be used for a minute in the morning but that's not how I do so I decided to see what would happen if I used them as I normally do with a sheet mask - as in, after whatever treatment mask I'm using, for about 20 minutes. This approach still worked great but seeing others' reviews the one minute thing works. I just think it's a waste because the mask remains moist for the full 20 minutes, why not give your skin that time to make friends with the serum. These masks aren't my favorite because they're a bit small and thin, also the strawberry scent is a bit artificial. That said, if you have a more petite face and perhaps more combination or oily skin, these might be up your alley. They're a great deal.

2. Bath & Body Works Shower Gel in Wild Honeysuckle: If you've been following this blog for any length of time you already know I absolutely adore this stuff! It smells like the Catskill mountains during the summertime. Just a wonderful, floral, nostalgic sent. 

3. Laura Mercier Caviar Volume Panoramic Mascara: This is a great volumizing mascara that fans out the lashes beautifully while combing through the lashes, leaving them intense-looking yet non-clumpy. Obviously it's not comparable to wearing falsies but I did like it while I had it.

4. Sephora Collection Fairytale Contour Eye Pencil 12 Hr Wear Waterproof: Unfortunately this is just completely dried out.

5. Christophe Robin Hydrating Melting Mask with Aloe Vera: This is a very hydrating mask that makes my hair feel super replenished and silky without being overly heavy or weighing down my hair in any way. It has a scent that I would describe as being very soothing, sort of like a slightly toasted, nutty, milky scent. I'm sad to have used this up as I really enjoyed the effect it had on my hair. 

6. Tree Hut Shea Sugar Scrub in Tropical Mango:  You know I love these and have been using them for years - my #1 body scrub because it's super scrubby but isn't oily so you won't be slipping and sliding all over your shower or tub. This was the first scent I had ever gotten and certainly does have a nice, sweet mango scent to it.

7. Makeup Geek Full False Lashes in Graceful: I really liked these lashes because they're very soft and a bit natural-looking while also giving plenty of oomph. They don't compete with any type of look that you do, but still give the eyes lots of definition,  which is nice.

8. Stila Periwinkle Smudge Stick: Unfortunately another eyeliner that's just completely dried out.

9. Saint Jane Luxury CBD Beauty Serum: This is an incredibly hydrating, rich face oil. It's supposedly anti-inflammatory but unfortunately it didn't do much for my redness. That said, if you're looking for an oil that feels luxurious that will have a lot of hydration to it, this is a good one to check out.

10. fresh Rose Deep Hydration Oil-Infused Serum: This is a very hydrating serum that makes my skin feel very silky - I find a little bit (3 drops) goes a really long way. This has a nice, soft, floral  yet somewhat cucumber-y rose scent.

11.Youth to the People Yerba Mate Resurfacing Energy Facial: This was a really great exfoliating mask that left my skin feeling very soft and smooth after I used it. It gave my skin a really nice glow.

12. Makeup Geek Full False Lashes in Fearless:  A really nice pair of thicc, voluminous lashes.

13. Gucci Flora EDT: As you all may know this is my favorite perfume of all time and I am so sad to have used it up entirely. I've had this bottle for many years now and it's good of me to have used it up, as I can buy a fresh one. But alas, I'm so sad that we have to part ways for now.

14. Bath & Body Works PocketBac in Ocean Citrus: This has a really nice fresh, citrusy scent to it.

15. ORLY Won't Chip Chip Resistant Topcoat: Unfortunately this has gone dry and thick; it also didn't really prevent my nails from chipping so I'm unsure that I would repurchase it.

16. Duo Quick-Set Striplash Adhesive: Overall I found this did set slightly quicker than other lash glues but I wouldn't purposely seek it out for being faster to dry. It does a pretty decent job of keeping my lashes glued to my eyes.

17. Revive Masque de Radiance Brightening Moisture Mask: I found this mask to be really hydrating and it gave a nice brightening effect but that said, I think it's super pricey for what it is and what it does.

18. BYREDO BIBLIOTEQUE Eau de Parfum: I really loved this fragrance because it's so multi-faceted; it's floral yet has that antique library feel to it where you get hints of paper, leather, and flowers. It's light because of the florals but heady because of the base notes. I really enjoyed my little sample.

19. Ellis Brooklyn MYTH Eau de Parfum: To be honest I didn't love this fragrance mostly because it was mostly musky smelling. Musk is just not a scent that I really go for unless it's mixed in with other things like florals. Alas.

20. Odacite Ac+R Acai-Rose Youthful Glow Serum Concentrate: This is a really hydrating oil but I can't really say that the glow it gives my skin is just because this is an oil or because it's genuinely doing some sort of anti-aging magic as I personally don't really have many signs of aging yet.

21. Stila Peacock Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner:  Unfortunately mine is completely dried out.

22. dermalogica calm water gel: This is a really cool moisturizer in the sense that it comes out as a gel-balm texture that turns watery when you rub it into the skin. It's definitely great for the summertime as applying it feels super refreshing and provides nice burst of hydration.

23. LIPSMART Lip Treatment: This lip balm smells super yummy and leaves my lips really smooth, pillowy, and soft. I just feel like it's pricey for what a lip balm.

24. Phyto Paris Phytomillesime Color-enhancing mask: This is a really hydrating hair mask that leaves my hair feeling smooth, silky, and manageable.

25. fresh Vitamin Nectar Glow Juice Antioxidant Face Serum: This is a really yummy, citrusy scented face serum that gives the skin a nice burst of hydration and glow. I really enjoyed using it because it smelled so good and left my skin feeling smooth and looking radiant.

26. Tarte Waterproof Amazonian Clay Cream Shadow in Beach Bronze: This is a really pretty amber bronze shade. Unfortunately it's completely dried out.

27. Odacite Po+R Pomegranate-Rose Geranium Hydration Serum Concentrate: So, given that this is an oil, I'm sure that most of its hydrating benefits come from that fact alone. The geranium gives it an odd earthy aroma that I, personally, don't enjoy.

28. Odacite Bl+J Blueberry-Jasmine Cell Energy Serum Concentrate: Much like the serum above, I found that this is really hydrating because it's an oil. That said, I'm genuinely unsure if it's doing anything for my skin's mitochondria - as that's the energy-creating part of the cell. Perhaps in skin that's aging this might make a noticeable difference - back in ye olden college days I remember watching a video that said that people who had more mitochondria in their cells tended to look younger, however; those mitochondria numbers were increased via exercising and moving the body - not by a serum, although I don't see how hydrating the skin to keep it looking youthful would hurt.

29. Softsoap Coconut Gentle Wash: I've switched over to Softsoap as my shaving body wash and I find it's more emollient/foamy yet less hydrating in comparison to Dove. That said, this smells absolutely delicious and left my skin feeling soft.

30. Face Values Pure Castile Soap in Coconut: This doesn't really have a coconut scent but I purchased it to wash my brushes with and it does a good job of leaving them clean and soft. That said, I still use my beautyblender soap for brushes that I've used cream products with, as that soap breaks down cream and liquid makeup better than this does.

31. Tree Hut Shea Sugar Scrub in Moroccan Rose:  You know I love these and have been using them for years - my #1 body scrub because it's super scrubby but isn't oily so you won't be slipping and sliding all over your shower or tub. This has a really pretty soft floral rose note to it.
 
32. Maybelline 24 Hr Color Tattoo in Tenacious Teal: This is a really beautiful shade but unfortunately it has dried out.

33. Bath & Body Works Ultra Shea Body Cream in Wild Honeysuckle: You know I love my nostalgic honeysuckle scented things. This is a rich body moisturizer that leaves my skin feeling super soft.

34. L'Oreal Infallible Flash Cat Eye Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner: This is a great, precise, long-wearing eyeliner with a brush tip.

Disclaimer: I purchased all of the above with the exception of the Laura Mercier, Saint Jane, Gucci, fresh, Revive, BYREDO, ELLIS BROOKLYN, Odacite and Christophe Robin  products. 

Primer Review: Laura Mercier Foundation Primer

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer

Availability: *A note*: These primers have been reformulated and repackaged - they are now silicone-free and this particular primer is now known as the "perfecting". My personal review is obviously of the product that I have, but as far as product info goes, I will be pulling off the info from the "perfecting" primer. This product retails at $40 for 1.7 fl. oz. (50 mL) and can be purchased at sephora.com, jcpenny.com, bluemercury.com, bloomingdales.com, nordstrom.com, saksfithavenue.com and macys.com along with their physical store locations as well as at lauramercier.com and cosmeticsnow.com.

Would I buy this again? I might, I like it.

What is this product? What is it supposed to do?

Product info according to sephora.com:

What it is: A skin-perfecting primer that creates a flawless canvas for makeup application and extended wear.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances.

What Else You Need to Know: The breathable formula seals in skincare and creates a protective barrier that extends makeup wear. It is formulated with skin-loving ingredients, so it not only protects skin, but is also good for skin.

Clinical Results: Based on an independent US consumer study on 28 participants after 4 weeks of use:

- 96% said the primer looks invisible on skin

- 89% said the primer creates a smooth texture for easy makeup application

- 82% said the primer creates an even surface so that the skin texture looks smooth

Does this contain any special/beneficial ingredients?

Again, according to sephora.com:

-Vitamin C: Visibly brightens and evens skin tone.

-Green Tea Extract: Diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
-Aloe Vera Gel: Calms and soothes the skin.

What is the texture like?

This feels like a very light, refreshing, gel-cream.  

Is this scented?
This has a  scent that reminds me of powdered sugar and vanilla extract, it's not sweet but it has that weird musky-sweet note that those things do. I will say the scent dissipates quickly and I don't notice it when I use this on my face.  

What has my experience with the product been like?

I really like how lightweight this primer is - I find that my makeup glides beautifully on top and that it lasts all day (8-12 hours, typically) with this on. It's a great basic, no-frills primer and I recommend it. I'm unsure how the newer formula performs in comparison with this one.

Please let me know if you have any comments or questions.

Disclaimer: This was provided for testing purposes. I am under no obligation to mention it on this blog. 

Mascara Review: Laura Mercier Caviar Volume Panoramic Mascara

Alright folksickles...

Today I will be reviewing the Laura Mercier Caviar Volume Panoramic Mascara in Glossy Black

Sans Mascara:


With Mascara:

Availability: This appears to have been discontinued.

Would I buy this?: I'm genuinely unsure.

Notes: This only comes in Glossy Black - I think it's just as inky black as most other mascaras.

Let's go over what the mascara is supposed to do and what it actually does. According to sephora.com: An indulgent volume mascara offering a full panoramic look with glossy black pigments that conditions lashes for a soft feel touch.
Alright so I'm sure you can see from the photographs that this mascara gives my lashes volume and enhances them without being super chunky or particularly clumpy. I think it's pretty nice if you're looking for volume although I personally prefer more defining formulations. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. Thanks!

Disclaimer: This was provided for testing purposes. I am under no obligation, nor am I being compensated, to mention it on this blog. 

September 2019 Empties

All my garbage of the month! :D

Sheet Masks Galore:

innisfree my real squeeze mask in pomegranate: This is a yummy smelling mask that left my skin smooth and hydrated.

innisfree my real squeeze mask in bamboo: This mask left my skin feeling refreshed and hydrated. 

innisfree my real squeeze mask in broccoli: This left my skin feeling soft and smooth.
innisfree my real squeeze mask in tea tree: This left my skin feeling refreshed and with a  nice clarity but I find that it's a bit drying.

innisfree my real squeeze mask in lime: I wasn't expecting much from this because I thought, given that it's lime, it might be drying but I found that my skin was left feeling soft and smooth. Plus this smells really yummy.
innisfree my real squeeze mask in green tea: This left my skin feeling soft, smooth, silky, and refreshed. 

innisfree my real squeeze mask in aloe: This is a really nicely hydrating and soothing mask. It left my skin feeling soft and refreshed.
innisfree my real squeeze mask in cucumber: This also left my skin feeling soft, smooth, and refreshed. It hydrates very lightly which I enjoy.
innisfree my real squeeze mask in honey x2: I feel like I was expecting a more intense honey scent from these - they hydrate lightly and leave my skin feeling soft.

2. NARS Audacious Lipstick: Frankly I mislabeled these sample packets and I'm unsure what shade I had but this is an orange-y red. It's pretty and wore very comfortably. 

3. Dove Go Fresh Pomegranate & Lemon Verbena Scent Body Wash: As I've said many times I tend to get these at BJs because you get 3 big bottles which last about a month each (my mom and I share) and work great as a substitute for shaving cream. This leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth, and hydrated. My only beef with it is that I feel it doesn't hydrate as well as many of the others in the same line but its scent is fantastic - floral, fruity, and sweet.

4. Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray: A cult favorite that I find... just ok. I like that it adds texture and definition to my hair but I genuinely think the salt here either dries my hair out or causes it to be dry and not retain moisture well. Either way I wouldn't go out of my way to purchase it.

5. Supergoop Defense Refresh Setting Mist SPF 50: In theory I really wanted to love this product but in practice... not so much. It's somewhat heavier than expected from a setting spray and it has this odd rosemary herbal scent that I'm not a fan of.

6. Osea Atmosphere Protection Cream: This is a nice, lightweight moisturizer that provides great hydration without being heavy. It also has a nice lightweight, fresh, sea-breeze type scent.

7. m-61 Powerglow Peel x2: As you folks know, I really like these peel pads, they gently help resurface and exfoliate the skin resulting in a really nice glow. Normally when I don't get much sleep my skin looks dull, dehydrated, kinda crusty even but this makes me look wide awake and fresh.

8. Laura Mercier Radiance Foundation Primer: This has a really beautiful subtle glow that makes skin look dewy and does a great job keeping makeup on throughout the day.

9. fresh Vitamin Nectar Glow Juice Antioxidant Face Serum: This has the most delicious scent and texture - it gives my skin a pretty glow.

10. too cool for school Marshmallow Puff: This is a nice makeup sponge but I find it kind of firm - in the sense that I can't use it wet because it doesn't retain water. It does a good job of blending and I like that it has a pointy end to get into hard-to-reach spaces.

11. Essie Mint Candy Apple Nail Polish: This is a very pretty Tiffany blue polish but unfortunately mine is getting dry and goopy.

12. dermalogica AGE smart multivitamin power firm: Ironically nowhere in the name of this product do you gather that it's an eye cream until/unless you read the directions. I found this to be nicely hydrating and smoothing - it has a bit of a berry scent which I find odd given that it's a product designed for the eye area - like why is there scent?

13. fresh Rose Floral Toner: This is a nice, lightly hydrating toner with a floral rose scent.

14. Sol Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream: This stuff smells absolutely delicious and does a nice job of hydrating the body. I use it as a body butter more so than a firming product because I don't really feel it doing much in the firming department.

15. Bawdy x Sephora Flaunt It Butt Sheet Mask: Alright friends I bought this as somewhat of a gag gift... for myself, partially because I felt guilty just asking for my birthday gift without making any kind of purchase. Firstly I feel like, although I managed on my own, it's probably for the best to do this as a partner activity... for best results... or on your own but I mean like ON. YOUR. OWN. so you can let your tush hang free - unless your friends don't mind that. Anywho, ya girl had put her pants over this and left a delightful wet mark upon my friend's couch. It didn't stain. On the actual tush - this has a noticeable firming and softening effect. My booty felt refreshed. It's fun - I would recommend it for funsies.

16. Tree Hut Shea Sugar Scrub in Moroccan Rose: I feel like I constantly say this in every empties post but these scrubs are my favorite - they feel really abrasive and scrubby - which I personally like for the body. They're also sugar-based which means that they'll hydrate the skin and won't irritate the skin if you shave. This has a nice sweet rose scent.

17. REN Clean Skincare Moroccan Rose Otto Body Lotion: I'd say that this worked alright, it was nicely hydrating but nothing extraordinary to write home about - as always, not hydrating enough for the soles of my feet. I also found that the fragrance was somewhat plastic-y which is odd given that it's natural fragrance.

18. Garnier Fructis Style Flexible Control Hairspray: This is my favorite hairspray because it keeps frizz away but keeps your style manageable and touchable.

19. LUSH Santa's Belly Shower Jelly: This is a nice, very hydrating shower soap product. I'd say toward the end of its use it became a mess as the jelly fell apart. They suggest you take the entire chunk of jelly and lather it up - which I did upon my loofah.... which I felt caused the jelly to deteriorate with time. I think this would probably work best with either a washcloth or by pinching off a small chunk of jelly and working it into a loofah.

20. Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer SPF 40: I really enjoyed this stuff but unfortunately it smells off.

21. Fresh Sugar Ruby Tinted Lip Treatment SPF 15: Unfortunately like the product above, this smells really off.

22. Molton Brown Heavenly Gingerlily Bath & Shower Gel: This has a really nice, clean light floral scent.

23. LA MER The Regenerating Serum: I'm not perfectly clear what this serum is meant to accomplish outside of being anti-aging - given I don't have any super noticeable signs of aging I can't really pinpoint to it having results in that aspect. That said, I found this to be hydrating in a lightweight manner which I really enjoyed.

24. Dr. Bronner's 18-in-1 Hemp Citrus Pure-Castile Soap: This has a really nice citrusy scent. I use it pretty much exclusively for washing my brushes and I find that it does a really good job of getting them clean and keeping the bristles soft.

25. Pampers Sensitive Wipes: I use these to wipe down surfaces and my makeup collection. I find they work fairly well for all that.

26. Darphin Predermine Sculpting Night Cream: I found this to be a nicely hydrating night cream that felt fairly lightweight and had a bit of a skin-tightening feeling.

27. Revive Moisturizing Renewal Cream SPF 15: This moisturizer is so wonderfully lightweight while being hydrating. I love how well it sinks into my skin and that, although it contains SPF, it isn't sticky or heavy.

28. Darphin Intral Redness Relief Soothing Serum: This was a very lightweight, watery serum. Unfortunately I can't say it did much to get rid of my redness or even to soothe my skin. I wanted to love it but it was kind of a miss for me.

29. Jack Black Face Buff Energizing Scrub with Vitamin C & Mint: This is a mint-scented very abrasive feeling scrub. It's not so abrasive that I was in pain but I definitely found it to be a bit rough on my skin. I can see why this would be marketed more toward men specifically because this would help more with things like buffing around areas where facial hair grows to help avoid flaky skin and ingrown hairs. I think it could work as body scrub for the ladies tho.

30. Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Treatment Light: I felt like this gave a very light boost of hydration to my hair. I also appreciate that the scent on this treatment is less intense as well as I don't really like the scent of the Moroccanoil products.

31. Natura Bisse C+C Vitamin Eye: Given how hydrating the face cream for this line is I found the eye product being a gel rather... disappointing. It worked alright but I was hoping for more hydration.

32. Osea Blemish Balm: This is a really lightweight moisturizer - I really liked it for hot, humid days but overall it's not hydrating enough for me personally. My skin is dry so I wasn't expecting much but I was breaking out a lot in August so this was helpful.

33. Osea Advanced Protection Cream: I find the cream a bit too heavy for my personal tastes. I think I'd like it better in the dead of winter when my skin is wind-chapped but overall the consistency is too rich for my skin.

34. Tokyomilk Dark No 83 Bittersweet: Overall I find this scent to be more of a winter scent given it's heady, gourmand nature. It's sweet yet also musky which gives it a nice complexity but given that it is heady and I typically lean toward lighter scents I'm glad to be done with it.

35. m-61 JetGlow Serum: I'm not sure what it is that m-61 uses for its glycolic acid but I find that it doesn't aggravate my skin or cause me to break out nearly as much as many other glycolic products. This kept my skin soft and smooth while providing a bit of radiance. Overall though I still prefer using Vitamin C to create a radiant glow versus glylcolic acid because my skin is sensitive and tends to be less irritated by Vitamin C.

36. Supergoop! Everyday Sunscreen with Sunflower Extract SPF 50: I really liked this sunscreen because I found it gives my skin a nice boost of hydration without feeling heavy, especially given its high SPF level.

37. Revive Masque de Radiance: Overall I find this product somewhat gimmicky in that the mask itself has a metallic gold shimmer through it. Like... is it the shimmer giving the skin radiance or is it the mask itself? That said, it does leave my skin feeling very soft and smooth.

38. wet n wild Rose Addiction Photo Focus 3-in-1 Primer Water: This smells so wonderful - like rose tea. Yummy! I'm so sad to see it ended. I found that it kept my makeup in place nicely throughout the day - I used this as both a primer and a setting spray.

39. Garnier Whole Blends Oat Milk Delicacy Gentle Shampoo: (not pictured) This is a relatively gentle shampoo that's lightweight and leaves the hair feeling soft and hydrated. I say relatively because it contains sulfates so... there's that. Overall my mom used this a lot more than I did (twice, because I have other shampoo on rotation) and she liked it a lot.

Disclaimer: I purchased all of the above with the exception of the Bumble & Bumble, Supergoop, fresh, Osea, m-61, Laura Mercier, dermalogica, Sol Janeiro,  REN, Molton Brown, LA MER, Daprhin, Revive, Jack Black, Moroccanoil   and  Natura Bisse  products.