Beauty Product Reviews

A Very Good Protein Powder

I bought this to try a different flavor than my usual in this brand, the Banana, Cinnamon, & Vanilla.

This did not disappoint. As with the other, it mixed up easily in my almond milk and is truly unsweetened. I prefer a bit of sweet, so I add honey and along with my toasted coconut flavor almond milk, I swear this tastes like chocolate milk! In a good way, not synthetic.

I find that it doesn’t cause gas and quells my hunger. As I am more often than not on the go, I like to have this made up for every morning. It keeps me satisfied until lunchtime.

Sometimes I find it good for a quick post workout drink, if it was just light to medium cardio.

I will definitely buy this again. I only wish it came in a larger size.

Beautiful!

This hand mirror is just what I’ve been looking for to complete my vanity.

It’s the perfect size (fits my face so I can use it up close or held at half arms length), and well crafted with a nice weight that isn’t heavy.

The plastic doesn’t look cheap, which is a pleasant surprise as I was worried it might. It’s truly lovely!

This would be a great treat for yourself or a surprise gift for those who appreciate what I dub the “Marie Antoinette” aesthetic (Paul & Joe, Laduree, Jill Stuart, Anna Sui). You know, the beauty who has everything!

Disappointing

The jar itself is lovely, good quality, and I like that there is a lid in the same material and feet on the bottom.

However, I lit this today and it has been about an hour. I can’t smell it! There’s no throw.

I can only smell a hit of bread if I put my nose to the edge and it’s just a whisper of scent. Nothing like I read in the description.

Such a let down.

Nice subtle flavor

This protein powder has a non sweet, subtle flavor. Despite banana, it does not have the synthetic taste some banana flavored items have. It’s not strong on the cinnamon either, so if you don’t care for cinnamon you may like this flavor.

I like to mix it in cold almond milk and sweeten it with honey. I especially like it in toasted coconut flavored almond milk. The powder is very fine and mixes easily in my blending bottle.

I find it doesn’t cause gas like some of the protein powders out there, and I’m happy to see this brand has come out with more protein combinations.

The only improvement I can think of would be to offer a larger size for those of us that use this daily.

Lightweight feel, medium coverage

I didn’t want to love this concealer as it’s pretty pricey. However, I do and it’s my favorite. I have other concealers but if I stray from this one, it’s not for more than a few days.

The coverage is medium and it’s moisturizing. I don’t find that it gets dry or cakey, and there’s only a tiny amount of creep into the lines (if I don’t set it right away).

The finish is smooth and not overly bright, just a subtle radiance.

It’s also long lasting. I live in a nearly year ‘round hot and humid climate, and this stands up to that weather. I do NOT put on makeup to work out, however, during the week I work out after work. This holds up through workouts at the gym, karate, and power kickboxing!

One tube lasts me several months with daily use, as don’t bake or use the huge swipes, just two dabs for each eye. No need to dip the wand again, one go is adequate.

Tidy Indeed

This is a great towel for wiping down my makeup brushes and fingers. It’s very plush and a good size, like the larger face towels.

I usually use a paper towel or a stippling sponge to wipe off my brushes, and I was surprised at how much color still came off of them.

The dark color of this towel showed me just how much makeup was still on my brushes, after using both the paper towel and sponge.

I love it; I’m definitely going to order at least one more.

Not sticky and gentle makeup removal

I love this product. It has a light and fresh scent, while the texture isn’t sticky.

A little goes a long way, perhaps a small gum ball size scoop, warmed up between the hands.

I find when I then pat the product onto my face, I can easily massage this onto my skin. There’s no stiffness nor tugging, as this is light, and it rinses away easily.

I love it for my first step in a double cleanse. It’s great at gently removing stubborn makeup and sunscreen.

Cute design and subtle, buildable highlight

This was too cute to pass up asI love the little lunar year pig design.

The color itself is more of a light champagne and subtle, but buildable for a nice glow that looks smooth. Those that want a strong highlight may not like this one.

The texture is soft and finely milled, not chunky in any way, and flattering on my skin.

The photo I included was taken in sunlight and there’s a small swatch on the left lower side of my hand.

Didn’t know that a spoolie brush could be amazing

I had this on my wishlist and was hesitant as I thought it a bit pricey for a simple spoolie.

I’m glad I finally ordered it, as I seriously never expected a spoolie brush to be awesome. I’ve always found them useful, but this one is a must have.

It’s at least 1/3 longer than standard spoolie brushes and very firm. The bend makes it so that you can just push up or pull through the brows rather than raise your arm at an awkward angle.

Maybe that’s not a big issue, but as I often have shoulder pain, it’s a very nice detail.

The handle is long, sturdy, and unpainted, which allows one to see the beautiful natural wood grain.

I no longer have a use for my old spoolie brushes! This is the one.