Hey everyone! Every now and again, we can lose track of exactly how much makeup that we actually own. I am guilty of this as well and the best way to go about this is to put some time aside, pull out ALL (I mean every single item, even makeup in your purse as well as in your car.) You will then want to put it in-front of you and start creating different piles. Makeup that you are going to: keep, donate, recycle or give away to friends and family. I suggest you break it up into different categories based on the type of product so that you don't overwhelm yourself.
Makeup does go bad and I have an entire post explaining Makeup Expiration Dates as well as how to find the open jar symbol on your products. I follow it to a certain extent but I only keep mascara for up to 3 months before I recycle them using the Origins Recycling Program because I do not want any bacteria near my eyes nor do I want an eye infection! Keeping expired makeup in your collection doesn't do you any favours and it just clutters your collection. It is definitely nice to have a makeup collection but you need to be realistic and there are times when your collection can get out of hand. There is no sense having 100 different lipsticks that were all accumulated around the same time because chances are, you won't be able to use them all up! You can either pass them along or if they are untouched, find a local women's shelter and let them have some fun with those lipsticks!
When you begin to declutter, it can seem like an impossible task at first, and I get it. I suggest that you start small and get rid of 5-10 items to start. You can set small goals and then make larger goals for yourself once you become more comfortable with the process. As long as you start somewhere, that's all that really matters. To give you some encouragement, don't think of how much money each products cost or how much money you are 'throwing away.' After all, the money has already been spent and if you no longer have the receipt to return it, what use is the makeup just sitting in your collection not being used? I hope you find some encouragement in my post. I also would urge you to declutter other areas of your life such as: your wardrobe, the pantry, your living room, the car, etc. It is such a great feeling of letting go and to pass on to others who will enjoy your unused or gently used items. Spring cleaning is right around the corner and what better time to start clearing out your makeup collection than now? Also, in the ziploc bag in my photo, I have obviously combined my empty makeup containers with products that I am decluttering.
Until next time,
STAY CLASSY
Berrz
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Hey everyone! I have been shopping at The Body Shop since I've been in high school and needless to say, I have tried many of their products! Some of them have worked out well for me and others haven't. I have complied a list for you of my 7 favourite items that I have repurchased several times and/or ones that I would buy again!
Face Vitamin E Cream (Travel Size) - I was in-store wanting to purchase their Vitamin E Cream but I was told that they have discontinued the travel size. I was so heartbroken because that is my go-to for when I get a tattoo or when I have scars that I want to apply this onto. The associate recommended that I go online because they are still selling whatever they have left there. She was nice enough to give me a sample of Vitamin E cream though because I actually needed to use it right away and couldn't wait to order one online. I will just have to purchase the larger size in-store from now on when they are completely out of the smaller jar everywhere else. In the photo above, the clear container on top is the sample I was given and underneath it, is the Vitamin E Nourishing Night Cream.
Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Balm - I really can't say enough good things about this and I do have an entire video where I compare this to a more high end cleansing balm. This retails online for $16 CAD but I was able to purchase my tin for 50% off because they were having a promotion around the holiday time. This really does an excellent job at removing my makeup and leaves my skin feeling petal soft. You are getting 90 ml of product which should last you a little while and it is great to travel with because it is not in liquid form and it will not spill everywhere. Keep in mind that if you are traveling to a warmer climate, this can melt in your suitcase so just a heads up!
Luxury Flannel Facial Washcloth - This is honestly amazing and I can't believe that I have been without it for so many years! It is very soft, easy to clean with a bar of Dove soap and it does the work for you! I use this in conjunction with my Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Balm and it makes taking off my full face of makeup at the end of the day, something that I actually look forward to! It hardens when it dried and you just re-wet it for it to start working its magic again! It retails for $8 CAD online, but I did get 50% off of this washcloth but I would pay full price for it because it is that good! I plan on purchasing more of these in the future.
Body Passion Fruit Shower Gel - I should have stocked up on this product because I absolutely can't get enough of the scent! When I searched 'Passion Fruit' on The Body Shop's web site, there were no results! I have no idea what happened and I really want this product to come back because once my bottle is done, that's it!
Atlas Mountain Rose Eau de Toilette - I actually featured this in My Top 5 Current Favourite Fragrances video and this is one of my favourite scents! It smells like fresh roses like if you were in a garden of roses! This scent is very nostalgic to me and the bottle is beautiful! This is going to be a great Spring and Summer fragrance!
Hair Banana Conditioner - This is a Best Seller and it honestly smells amazing! The conditioner is thick and very creamy. It leaves your hair feeling soft and shiny. They do use real banana puree in the formula which is definitely an added bonus. I used this many years ago and I am so glad that I rediscovered this product!
Grapeseed Glossing Serum - I featured this in my Boxing Day Haul video and when I used it for the first time, I was very impressed! It leaves your hair looking healthy, shiny and glossy! You have to be careful not to use too much or else your hair will end up looking greasy! It is an Online Exclusive and it definitely helps with dull, frizzy hair!
Other Products: In my honest opinion, their Body Butters smell great but they are way too greasy to apply on my hands or all over my body. I have used countless ones over many years such as the Mango Body Butter and the Smoked Poppy scent. I just prefer to find my favourite scents in other forms and in other types of products that they carry. I have a Lip Balmfrom them that I don't really care for but I have heard great things about their Cocoa Butter Lip Care Stick! I did use their Lip Scuffa long time ago which reminds me of the one from ELF which is basically a lip scrub in tube form. It helps exfoliate your lips and it was decent but not one of my favourites. I also used their Vitamin C Energizing Face Spritzwhich is a best seller on their site. I did enjoy using it but my ELF Makeup Mist & Set is a holy grail for me and it is hard for anything else to compare to that. Until next time,
STAY CLASSY
Berrz
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Hey everyone! I originally was going back and forth about doing this post in the first place because the Sephora Collection PRO Contour Kabuki #82 makeup brush has been out of stock for some time now on the Canadian Sephora web site. (It is in stock on the American Sephora site though and on sale for $19 USD from $38 USD!) However, I felt that this is almost an identical dupe with some obvious differences such as the colour of the brush as well as the very bottom of the brush. I do own the brush from the Sephora Collection but I do not own the one from ELF.
Sephora Collection PRO Contour Kabuki #82:
I absolutely love the one from Sephora as the bristles are very soft, and I use it for bronzing/contouring my face as the name suggests. It makes bronzing and contouring extremely easy! You can even go in and contour your jawline. It retails for $48 CAD on the Sephora web site but I was able to get it on sale for $21 CAD. The handle is a perfect size for me and I have so much control when using this brush.
The bristles are described as soft in the reviews and that it left no brush lines. ELF mentions that this is a premium brush designed for a precise application of many products such as foundation and contour. This retails for $12 USD and received a 4.6 star rating online. Both brushes are very dense and basically the brush does the work for you.
I will definitely link the Sephora Collection brush for you when it does go back in-stock!
Until next time,
STAY CLASSY
Berrz
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Hey everyone! Black Friday was on November 25th this year and I know this haul is going up late, but better late than never right? I made 2 orders on the Sephora web site because they had some really great deals! I was able to preview the sale on the app which was very helpful and it ultimately helped me decide on what to buy! What I Purchased:
Murad - Ultimate Hydration Duo ($20 CAD) - It says on the box that you are getting a $26 value for only $20. This is a great way to try-out the brand before committing to the full sized version of a particular product. I have heard rave reviews about this brand and wanted to try-it out for myself!
Ole Henriksen - Try Us, Love Us! On-the-Glow Essentials ($18 CAD) - This bag has a $35 CAD value and you get three great products! These items are great to travel with and I am excited to try-out this brand as I have been hearing a lot of great things recently! I have only tried out samples from Sephora in the past from the Ole Henriksen brand.
Boscia - Pink Peppermint Blotting Linens ($6 CAD) - I have purchased their blotting sheets in the past and they usually retail for $13 CAD. This was less than half the price and I had to take advantage of this great bargain! The packaging is super cute and limited edition.
Nest - Eau de Parfum Travel Spray Trio ($16 CAD) - This trio has a value of $80 CAD. I really loved the packaging and I don't know much about this brand to be honest with you! I plan on putting these three travel sprays in rotation in my purse!
Alterna Haircare - Caviar Volume Trio Kit ($13 CAD) - This set was valued at $37.50 CAD. I am excited to see how these three products work on my hair! I have never tried it out but have heard many bloggers talk about this brand!
Fresh - Skincare Power Players ($30 CAD) - This is a $36 value and it was not a Black Friday special but I wanted to take advantage of this great buy anyway. I have been wanting to try out the Seaberry Oil for quite some time now and there is a Rose Face Cream that I am very excited to try-out!
I wanted to purchase the Philosophy Peel Duo Set but that sold out very quickly as well as the Sephora Rose Skin Trio. They had the Purity Cleanser on sale for Black Friday and Sephora brought back the Purity Made Simple Cleanser for Boxing Day for $15 CAD which is more than half off! It was the same price on both big shopping days and it is currently sold out right now on the Sephora web site. It is the one with 360 ml or 12 fl oz.
Until next time,
STAY CLASSY
Berrz
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Hey everyone! For Black Friday, I was on The Bay's web site and I came across the Trip the Light Fantastic Powder in the shade Luna Luster from the MAC x Star Trek Collection that was deeply discounted. The limited edition collection originally launched online at the end of August and was available in-stores early September.
Product Size & Packaging
This is Star Trek's 50th Year Anniversary and that is reflected on the outer packaging.
You are getting 0.22 oz of product or 6.5 g.
When you open up the compact, I absolutely love that it is not the traditional black ring around the pan and that they switched it to an eye-catching chrome.
Description & Veining
On the MAC web site, the shade Luna Luster that I purchased is described as a 'sheer wash of soft rose shimmer.'
I am on the light side right now in terms of complexion and this was the lightest shade that I could find in the collection. As the name suggests, this is a sheer formula and it does have some shimmer but rest assured that there are no chunks of glitter. The veining will look a little bit different in every pan but it is honestly so beautiful that I almost don't want to use it for the fear of ruining it!
Swatches
Price Point & Shades
It retailed originally for $39.50 CAD, was marked down to $23.70, I had a $10 gift card on top of the sale price and shipping was free.
There are three shades in total: Luna Luster, Highly Illogical and Strange New Worlds. Highly Illogical is described as a 'sheer wash of golden plum with fine pearl' and Strange New Worlds is a 'sheer wash of golden coral pearl.' All three shades are currently on sale on the MAC web site for $20.40 USD.
Overall Thoughts/Controversy
This is a smooth powder and it blends out easily on the skin. It is definitely buildable. This didn't emphasize any imperfections on my face. I have heard some complaints of Star Trek fans who wanted the packaging to represent Star Trek better and how they wanted more than just the logo on the clear top.
I feel like that MAC made the right decision to keep it simple and if they did a more elaborate design, it could take away from the powder itself.
Until next time,
STAY CLASSY
Berrz
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Hey everyone! I know that the Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer is a cult beauty favourite and that it has been out for quite some time, but I still wanted to write a review on it. I also included some swatches as well as close-up shots.
The Shades/Swatches
I was debating between the two shades Milk Chocolate and Chocolate. I do tan in the summer time and I prefer my bronzer to be more on the dark side in general. That is why I went with the shade best suited for Medium to Deep skin tones. Milk Chocolate is for more Lighter skin tones which I clearly am right now, but that didn't stop me from getting the Chocolate shade! I can just use a lighter hand when I apply it to my face. It also comes in a third shade which is called Dark Chocolate which is suitable for Deep to Tan skin tones.
The Product
This is an all matte bronzer with no shimmer, that actually smells like chocolate! They do use real antioxidant-rich cocoa powder in the formula. It is also very easy to blend out on the skin and does not look orange! If you are wondering, you are getting 10 grams of product or 0.35 oz. If you didn't already know, 'soleil' means sun in French.
The Packaging
It is very beautiful as you can tell from the photos. It is almost an Antique Gold all throughout the packaging that has a simple design embossed on the top. Too Faced name appears in the centre in a cursive font also in gold.
You are also getting a nice sized mirror inside! It opens and closes very easily which I am a big fan of because I really hate fighting to open or close compacts in the early morning when I am getting ready to go to work!
Price Point
It retails for $38 CAD on the Sephora web site and I purchased mine online. Yes, it is on the more expensive side for a bronzer, but I have actually never owned an expensive bronzer in my life. All of my bronzers have been from the drugstore and that is why I thought why not treat myself to one?
I was debating between this bronzer and the Hoola Bronzer from Benefit, but after doing my research, I went with this one. I prefer the more sturdy packaging from Too Faced, there is a generous sized mirror, this one blends out seamlessly and the one from Benefit can look patchy (according to other reviews that I came across.) Also, who doesn't love a bronzer that smells just like chocolate? The Hoola Bronzer retails for $36 CAD which is $2 less than the Chocolate Soleil Bronzer and there is the option to purchase the travel sized version for only $20 CAD. Both sizes come with a brush but the smaller size has 0.14 oz of product and the full sized version comes with 0.28 oz of product or 8 grams which is 2 grams less than the Chocolate Soleil Bronzer. However, the Hoola Bronzer only comes in 1 shade and the Too Faced Bronzer has 3 shades to choose from. The mirror is also much smaller on the Hoola packaging and the packaging is made out of cardboard. If you are into depotting, the pan inside the Chocolate Soleil Bronzer will be much easier to take out than Benefit's Hoola pan.
Overall Thoughts
I am happy with my purchase and glad that I did my research beforehand! I also encourage you to check out different sources online to help you make a more informed decision before purchasing this product. I do not regret it at all and even though this bronzer is more on the expensive side, it will certainly last me a long time! I look forward to using this bronzer while doing my makeup and I love that it smells just like chocolate!
Until next time,
STAY CLASSY
Berrz
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Hey everyone! This is going to be a rather large empties post as you can see that I have gone through quite a few products this month. Get a snack and a warm beverage and let's get started!
Face
Yves Rocher Smoothing Cleansing Milk - I like using this in the morning. It really doesn’t do a good enough job at removing my makeup (in my honest opinion,) and this really helps to hydrate my skin. I found an interesting article for you to read on the different botanicals.
Aveeno Ultra-Calming Makeup Removing Wipes - I really did thoroughly enjoy using these! They did a great job at removing my makeup and were gentle on the skin. Also, the cloths were very soft on the skin. I will definitely be repurchasing these wipes in the future! My only complaint is that when there were 2 or 3 makeup wipes left, the closure to open and close separated from the pack. This is turn slightly dried out those last few wipes but not severely.
Dr. Jart+ Brightening Infusion Hydrogel Mask - I have an entire review on this hydrogel mask, but I found it nice to try-out once, and it will not be replacing my go-to sheet masks from The Face Shop. This mask is: on the more expensive side, it is slippery on the face, you need to lie down when it is applied and it is great for people with dark circles or those with an uneven skin tone.
Teeth
Colgate Total Whitening Toothpaste Gel - I think that I am going to stop featuring these in my empties because it is just getting repetitive at this point and it really isn’t even my favourite toothpaste.
Equate Flosser Picks - These did the job and did not break when I was using them. They are very inexpensive and you can purchase them at Wal-Mart.
Hands
Bath & Body Works Gentle Foaming Hand Soap in Oh Snap! Jolly Gingerbread - I have featured this several times in the past and I really enjoy using this scent around the holidays.
Other/Miscellaneous
Nature’s Bounty Hair Skin & Nails Gummies with Biotin (80 count) - You already know how much I love these gummies and I talk about them quite frequently. I have an entire dedicated blog post to this fabulous product for you to read.
Cotton Rounds (100 count) - These are made with 100% pure cotton and I purchase these at Wal-Mart. These are my go-to and my current favourite cotton rounds with the exception from the ones sold at Target.
Bath & Body Works Scent Portable in Caribbean Escape - I have purchased this scent in the past and I really do enjoy it! It brings me back to my time spent in Jamaica! This is a pleasant and nostalgic scent for me that I will continue to repurchase for years to come.
Samples/Promo
Makeup
Makeup Forever Ultra HD Fluid Foundation Sample Pack (4 shades) - In my last Project 10 Pan (Round 5,) I feature a deluxe sample in the shade 117=Y225 (marble,) and the verdict was that it was a great match for my skin tone, however, it made me feel too greasy despite blotting as well as powdering throughout the day. I only like it mixed with another foundation. I used the lighter shades mixed in with another foundation and the darker shades were used for contouring. Shades included in the quad were: 117=Y225, 127=Y335, 128=Y415 & 177=Y505.
Too Faced Shadow Insurance - I used this products years ago and it didn’t work for my eyelids at all. The tube I had actually went bad and it started leaking everywhere. Now, I was hesitant to try this out again but I did and I received good results this time around! I don’t know if they reformulated this product but my shadows did not crease on my eyelids and I am very happy about that because the old tube I had would crease on me in a matter of minutes!
Skin Care
Kate Somerville EradiKate To-Go - I had never used anything from her line before and I was going in with an open mind. I do love the concept behind this product, the name is very clever and the packaging was fun! I understand where they were coming from with this product but it didn’t WOW me. It was easy to snap the swab at the blue line, but the pink product reminded me of ointment that my mother dotted on me with a cotton puff when I was a child when I had the chicken pox. I also expected a form of liquid to come out after I snapped it but that didn’t happen. In my opinion, the cotton swab is too hard to put on a pimple and on acne prone face. Again, I wanted to love this product and it is great for taking when travelling, but I did not like it sadly.
Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil - I have used this product in the past and I really enjoyed it! I like to apply this before bed but you can also mix it in with your moisturizer if your skin is very dry. I received this in my Sephora Sample Bag that I redeemed online using the promo code: PARTYON after spending over $35 CAD. Check out my Challenge Video that I created using all Sample Sized & Travel Sized Products!
Face Masks/Sheet Masks
Pure Derm Sheet Mask - This lovely smelling face mask is infused with Collagen and Vitamin E. It made my face feel soft and smooth after use! Fresh Vitamin Nectar Vibrancy-Boosting Face Mask with A Vitamin Fruit Complex - Let me start off by saying that if you favour a face mask that goes on smooth, then this is not the one for you. If you are allergic to citrus, please do not use this mask because it contains lemon and orange! There was a cooling sensation on my face when I did wear this mask. I also want to mention that it is recommended on the back to remove this product with a wash cloth. I tried using just warm water and my hands, but when the mask dries on your face, the chunks are hard to get off. You really need to use a warm wash cloth to remove everything completely off your face. It can get a bit messy as there are chunks that can be hard to spread, but I quite enjoyed using this face mask. My skin felt fresh, smooth and very soft after-use. I am not completely sold on purchasing the full size because I am not a huge fan of the chunks in the product, but I did thoroughly enjoy using my sample from Sephora!
Origins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask - This helps clear pores and it advises to use this once a week. This is for all skin types and helps with: dryness, dullness, uneven texture and also, it helps with your pores. They use Bamboo Charcoal which acts similarly like a magnet to help draw out anything clogging your pores. Another key ingredient is White China Clay that absorbs environmental toxins. Lastly, it contains lecithin which is a fat essential in the cells of your body. You can find lecithin in foods such as egg yolks as well as soybeans. Lecithin helps dissolve impurities in this particular face mask and flushes out: dirt, debris as well as environmental toxins which can make the face look less radiant thus clogging pores. This mask is more on the messy side and I recommend applying it with a brush because it goes on thick! I also suggest removing it with a warm washcloth.
I want to address the obvious that this sample is not opened in my photo but I will be using it either tomorrow or the following day and it will be used up before December 1st. I am quite busy and wanted to get up this Empties Blog Post while I can!
Moisturizers/Eye Creams
Philosophy Renewed Hope In A Jar - This was also a sample that I received from Sephora. It was one of the 3 free samples with every order that you can pick-out for yourself. I feel like it did do a good job at hydrating my skin and I applied it in the morning before I applied my makeup onto my face. It did not break me out and it did not leave my skin more oily than it already is.
Tarte TarteGuard 30 Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion - I did enjoy applying this on my face and I love that there is an SPF of 30! The product does go on white but it sheers out when you massage it into your skin. I am going to look into purchasing a full bottle of this product! I also do like the packaging!
Juice Beauty Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer - I have never heard about this company until I received a sample of their moisturizer! I am going to take a guess and say that they are an American company because we don’t have any green apples in Canada and the ones that are for sale in the stores, are Granny Smith apples imported from the USA. The scent of this is rather unique and I quite like it! I used this in the morning before I applied my makeup and it absorbed quickly into my skin. The formula felt luxurious and this is more on the thicker side. I want to say that I do have extremely oily skin and I can’t give credit to this product alone, but when using this in conjunction with other beauty items, my face was not oily! I did not have to do my regular blotting and powdering my shift half way through the day!
Tatcha Supple Moisture Rich Silk Cream - This is a gel cream that claims to work on: normal combination and dry skin. It doesn’t state that it works on oily skin. You only need a dime size amount of product for your entire face. A little goes a long way. It is extremely lightweight, does not feel heavy whatsoever, it absorbs well, it feels luxurious and it had a pleasant smell to it! The full sized version retails on the Sephora web site for $180 CAD for 1.86 oz/55 ml of product. Yes their products can be costly, but there is a great reason behind this! They have a partnership called ‘Beautiful Faces, Beautiful Futures’ which allows them to send a girl to school upon purchasing one of their skin care products. Ingredients in this cream includes: green tea extract (which is a powerful antioxidant,) Okinawa red algae extract (good for long-lasting moisture retention as well as texture improvement,) and also Japanese rice bran extract (an age old multi-tasking ingredient that is a great antioxidant which offers nourishing moisturizing benefits. I received this in my Tatcha Kyoto Cleanse Set that I purchased on the Sephora web site which I featured in my latest haul!
Olay Eyes - Ultimate Eye Cream - This is great for people who have: dark circles, wrinkles and puffiness. I only get puffiness underneath my eyes sometimes and this product didn’t completely eliminate that, but it did help. This is the second sample of this particular product that I have tried out and I still am not sold on it. It is a standard eye cream in my honest opinion.
Cleansers/Makeup Wipes
Nivea Creme Care All-in-One Facial Cleansing Lotion (x2) - This product claims to be able to take off your makeup and I would disagree with that. I was really working this product into my skin and it just helped loosen the makeup - it didn’t remove it well. I feel like this is a similar situation with my Yves Rocher Smoothing Cleansing Milk as I like to use it in the morning and not at night to remove my makeup.
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleansing Cloths (x2) - I seem to keep getting these as samples but I am not complaining because you already know that I like this product very much and have bought it in the past. These are great wipes for taking off your makeup and as it suggests in the name, they are very gentle!
Sephora Express Eye Makeup Remover Wipe (x2) - I received these as samples and they were very gentle on my eyes as they did not irritate or burn my eyes. The wipe was thin enough and not thick. In my opinion, it was the perfect size as you can unfold it all the way if you wish. However, it did not fully get off my eye makeup underneath my lower lashes. I was going over it quite a few times and it wasn’t coming off which was annoying. I had to go in with a Q-Tip and my YSL Eye Makeup Remover to fully get everything off.
Hair
Schwarzkopf Omega Repair with Omega Oil Shampoo (x2) - The scent of this was lovely and more importantly, I love how it worked on my hair. The formula is described as rich which I would have to agree with and they use Ultime-4-Complex which includes a combination of: pearl essence, panthenol, refined protein and keratin.
Schwarzkopf Omega Repair with Omega Oil Conditioner (x2) - I wasn’t aware but this product was developed with Claudia Schiffer! This was a great conditioner for me hair and this product is targeted to those with damaged or depleted hair.
Body
L’Occitane Milk Concentrate with Almond Milk - I have used another one of these samples in the past and I love how it feels on my skin! It is very moisturizing and nourishing!
Nivea In-Shower Body Lotion in Cocoa Butter - I have tried this product in the past and I honestly wasn’t a fan. Now that I’m trying it again, I like it slightly better but not enough to go out and purchase the full sized version. It smells great and it is moisturizing but I do have psoriasis and I need to be careful when choosing skin care products especially for my hands.
Carprina Fresh Goat’s Milk Soap with Shea Butter (x2) - I received two samples of this product and I really did enjoy using it! My skin felt very smooth after use and it did not irritate my psoriasis! I felt very skin afterwards and left a nice subtle smell that lingers for a awhile after.
Fragrance
Versace Bright Crystal Eau De Toilette - I have used one of these samples in the past and I really liked the scent! The notes are: Yuzu, Iced Accord, Pomegranate, Peony, Magnolia, Acajou, Lotus Flower, Musk and Vegetal Amber. The main groups of notes consist of: flower, fruity and musk.
Marc Jacobs Decadence Eau De Parfum Spray - This scent is described as: sultry, luxurious and indulgent. Marc Jacobs really did a great job at advertising this product because I specifically remember last year when this was all over the tv commercials and I seen a lot of in-store demo-ing to show this product off that was mainly done in department stores such as The Bay.
Revlon Love is On Fragrance - I really wasn’t expecting anything much from this scent but I actually really enjoyed it! I will be looking out for the full sized version in stores!
Food/Beverages
Starbucks Hot Cocoa Double Chocolate - My friend gave this to me and it is very indulgent! On the packaging, it tells you to make it with hot milk. The only thing that I didn’t like is that even though I kept stirring it throughout I was drinking it, there was a lot of the powder leftover at the bottom. I would just go to Starbucks to purchase their hot chocolate instead of buying their mix.
Ozery Bakery Morning Rounds Muesli - I tried these out in the past and they weren’t my favourite. This time around, I put my morning round in the toaster and it made a world of difference! I absolutely love these now! It is filling and very flavourful. I did not add anything to it and I will definitely be purchasing these next time I am at the grocery store! I ate mine in the afternoon with a bowl of soup!
Nutri-Grain Fruit & Nut Medley in Harvest Blueberries & Mixed Nuts - This was an awesome snack! It was chewy and soft! The flavours were delicious and I would definitely purchase a box of these bars! This was one of the items included in my SampleSource Fall Box.
Also, I have decided to start taking multiple photos and breaking it up into categories (like I do with the subtitles,) for easy visual reference. Meaning that I would take a picture of all the skin care items that I used up that month which would be followed with my opinions and I would do that for every single category.
Until next time,
STAY CLASSY
Berrz
FTC: I purchased some products and others were given to me or were samples. All opinions are truthful and I am not paid to speak about any of these products. Some links are affiliate.
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