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February Empties

Fruits Scents Strawberry Body Butter

I got this for $1.50 at the dollar store, and I don't even know why I picked it up... I'm a sucker for body butters, but I should have known that for this price, it was too good to be true! This is far from a body butters, it's in fact a super light lotion. It absolutely didn't moisturize my dry skin )=

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it:  Burt's Bees Baby Bee Skin Creme


☑ Bodycology Cucumber Melon Body Butter

Just like the Brown Sugar Vanilla one I have used up the past month, this body butter is not moisturizing at all, and it couldn't calm my itchy skin. The scent is better than the other one though!

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it:  Burt's Bees Baby Bee Skin Creme

 ☑ SPAresource Vanilla Sugar Body Butter

SPAresource body butters are my favorites butters ever! The texture is perfect, the scent lingers until the next shower, and I can feel my skin staying moisturized all day long! Oh and these body butters are so inexpensive.

Repurchase? yes!!

What I'm currently using to replace it:  Burt's Bees Baby Bee Skin Creme

 ☑ Pantene Color Hair Solutions Color Preserve Shine Shampoo and Conditioner (50 mL)

Besides the scent (green apple, yum!), I didn't notice anything special with these products.

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: L'Oréal Paris Vive Pro Colour-Vive Shampoo and Alberto VO5 Deep Nourishing Moisture Intensive Mask 3 Minute Mask

☑ Alpen Secrets Tea Tree & Mint Foot & Leg Cooling Gel

This refreshing gel is great, especially in the summer after sepnding a long day outside. I'm not sure if it really moisturized my feet but it sure felt good!

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: Barielle Total Foot Care Cream

 ☑ Fruits & Passion Cocoa Hand Butter

At first, I thought this butter would be amazingly moisturizing due to its super thick texture, but I was disappointed. Plus, it's super expensive for such little quantity of product.

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: Earth Therapeutics Gardener's Hand Repair Protective Conditioner

 ☑ Fruits & Passion Orange Cantaloup Eau de fruits

This fragrance is very light, fresh and fruity. I wouldn't wear it to go out at night but it's a great everyday perfume if you're into a scent more subtle.

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: Calgon Take me away! Brazilian Beauty Passion fruit & Brazil Nut Body Mist

  ☑ Nude Miracle Mask (sample)

This mask was interesting to try. It quickly dry on your skin to form an invisible layer. But I didn't notice any benefit for my skin.

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: Avon Solutions Winter Moisturizing Hydratation Mask

More Christmas Presents

As if I hadn't been spoiled enough on Christmas, I found a little message from my mother on my bed when I came home last week:
"Gaby, I have hidden four surprises in your room. Where are they?"
So I went on a hunt, and this is what I found:

Bodycology Cucumber Melon Body Butter: I have mentionned to my mother that I was curious about this brand, so she got me this body butter that was on sale. On the Boxing Day, she paid even less that $1.50 for this at Wal-Mart!

SPAresource Vanilla Sugar Hand Cream: In my opinion, SPAresource makes the best hand creams. They are so thick and creamy and their smell is really strong (which I like) and yummy.

SPAresource Vanilla Sugar Body Butter: The SPAresource body butters are also my favorite, for the same reasons as their hand creams LOL!

Awakening Bath Fizzer

My mother also got me those goodies from the Boxing Day sale at Wal-Mart:

Allan Holiday Collection Candy Canes (Gingerbread, Butterscotch, Cappuccino & French Vanilla) and Hubba Bubba Bubble Tape (Awesome Original & Gushing Grape): I'm not a fan of candy but my mother knows I love every flavors of candy cane except the original. And the Hibba Bubba Bubble Tape reminds me of my childhood! This is the kind of bubble gum you just want to swallow because it tastes soooo good!

Bioré Skin Preservation Even Smoother Microderm Exfoliator: This was on sale so my mother decided to give it a try. It was 2 for 1 or something like this.

Gingerbread Scented Soap: As if I didn't received tons of soaps this Christmas LOL! I used to be a shower gel kind of girl, but LUSH made me love solid soaps! This one really smells of gingerbread =D

We also visited my grand-parents in Quebec for New Year's Eve, and they got us some presents:

Matching watches for my boyfriend and me: That's so cool because I wanted a watch for some times now but didn't want to "waste" money to buy one... but of course, I broke mine the day after x=

Magnet bracelet: The black beads are actually magnets, so it's impossible to break or lose this bracelet by dropping it! It can also be worn as a  necklace (=

I wasn't expecting even more Chirtsmas presents! Wow, I'm so happy and thankful! =D

It's my birthday! + October empties



It's my birthday today! I'm now 22... time goes by so fast! 

Picture is from weheartit

 


 ☑ SPAresource Coconut Hand Cream (sample size 4mL)

This smells yummy, and it's really thick for a hand cream! I'm never disappointed by SPAresource products!

Repurchase? yes!

What I'm currently using to replace it: Earth Therapeutics Gardener's Hand Repair Protective Conditioner

 ☑ Pantene Color Preserve Volume Hair Solutions Shampoo (50 mL)

This didn't really preserve my color more than any other shampoo and it didn't leave my hair especially shiny )=

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: John Frieda Frizz-Ease Smooth Start Shampoo

  ☑ Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula (sample size)

I was thrilled to finally get a chance to try this product and OMG, it totally lives up to its claims, even if I had enough product for only two uses! It's really thick, it smells yummy and it's really hydrating (I really noticed a difference on my elbow even after only 2 uses!).

Repurchase? yes!

What I'm currently using to replace it: Bella Spa by Ivy Castle Luxury Body Butter Coca Butter

☑ Burt's Bees Vitamin E Bath & Bodu Oil (sample size 29 mL)

I love the smell, very refreshing, but I'm not a fan of oil as it's just so... greasy LOL.

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: -

☑ Avon SuperExtend Mascara

This is lenghtening, but it's not the best mascara I've ever used. Plus, it clumps after a few coats and it dries up quite quickly )=

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: Maybelline The Falsies Volum' Express Mascara




☑ John Frieda Root Awakening Nourishing Moisture Shampoo, Conditioner and Shooting Lotion (sample size 8.3 mL)
Those products smell really minty which I like, especially when I take my shower in the morning as the smell wakes me up a little. The combination of products also left my hair soooo shiny and soft.

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: John Frieda Frizz-Ease Smooth Start Shampoo, Conditioner and Hair Serum

☑Sally Hansen Maximum Strength Regular Polish Remover

Well there's not much to say about a nail polish remover! Sally Hansen is a well-known nail care brand and I guess this product does the job.

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: Sally Hansen Maximum Strength Strenghtening Polish Remover

☑ Freeman Moisture Rich Apricot & Wild Cherry Deep Impact Lathering Facial Scrub

Wow, I have this since forever! It smells great and does the job quite well, but I hink it has been discontinued.

Repurchase? yes

What I'm currently using to replace it: Bioré Daily Recharging Detoxify Daily Scrub (7 g)

 ☑ Dove Ultimate Go Fresh Burst Nectarine & White Ginger scent Anti-perspirant stick

I didn't feel especially "protected" with this anti-perspirant. I only bopught it because it was on sale and because it smelled great hehe!

Repurchase? no

What I'm currently using to replace it: Lady Speed Stick Stainguard Antiperspirant/Deodorant

    Mail of the week (September 13 - 17)

      Samples from SPAresource: Go here to tell the people over at SPAresource why you love their products and they will send you a free sample to try (I actually got 5!). This is for Canadian residents only. 

    I received a 0.24 fl.oz - 7 ml sample of each of these:
    • Amber Vanilla Body Lotion
    • Vanilla Grapefruit Body Lotion
    • Moisturize Foot Cream (I didn't even know they had foot cream!)
    • Orange Blossom Deep Nourishment Body Cream
    • Coconut Hand Cream

    October 2010 issue of Fashion: I was excited to participe in their Big Giveaway, but it's sadly not open to Quebec residents (as always) -_-


      My gift as a new member from VoguePassion.net : VoguePassion.net is a website where you can buy makeup brands like MAC and Clinique at a super low cost. Click here to get your free gift and a 10% off your next purchase (I got L'Oréal Bijou Facets Precious Effect Nail Colour in B. Angelic).

    My coupons from Save.ca

    My prize from Brittany's giveaway : I won the new Lady Speed Stick Stainguard Antiperspirant/Deodorant. Thanks Brittany!

     My prize from Laure's giveaway : I won this super cute bird cage necklace from Mimischkä (take a look at her shop here). Thanks Laure for having this giveaway and thanks Mylène for giving away some of your creations!

     Samples from Bioré: I received:
    • Bioré Refresh Daily Recharging Daily Cleansing Cloths with green tea (1 pre-moistened cloth)
    • Bioré Daily Recharging Detoxify Daily Scrub (7 g)
     My prize from Henna's giveaway: I received:
    • Pair of skull earrings
    • MSCHIC SkunkLook Black/White Stripe Eyeshadow
    • Nails Inc. London InStyle Nail Polish in Candy
    • Lotus Lily Lip Balm by Glamourflage
    • Gosh Velvet Touch lipstick in 140 Tutti Frutti
    Thank you Henna! =D

    My prize from Bailey's giveaway : I was lucky enough to win out of 632 entries! I was so amazed at all the goodies she included:
    • Book "Oh La La Perfect Hair", by Susie Galvez
    • Book "Oh La La Perfect Makeup", by Susie Galvez
    • Mario Badescu Travel set with Summer Shine Lotion, AHA Botanical Body Soap and Hydrating Hand Cream
    • St. Ives Restore 24 Hour Moisture Advanced Body Moisturizer
    • Upper Canada Soap All About Feet Peppermint Warming Foot Scrub
    • Philosophy Amazing Grace Shampoo, Bath and Shower Gel (60 mL)
    • Pantene Medium-Thick Frizzy to Smooth Shampoo (50 mL)
    • Pantene Medium-Thick Frizzy to Smooth Conditioner (50 mL)
    • OLAY Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Eye Makeup Remover + Anti-Wrinkle Treatment
    • ELF Tools Mechanical Eyelash Curler
    • Essie Nail Polish #90 Really Red
    • Very Cherry Pedicure Set
    • Quo All Over Colour Stick in Venus
    • Quo Jumbo Lipgloss Stick in Pink Petal
    • Avon Super Extend Mascara
    • Avon Super Curlacious Mascara
    • Avon Ultra Luxury Eye Liner in Khaki
    • Nail Art stones
    • Cake Winter Wonderlips Lipgloss in Ginerbread
    • Smackers F'Lip Juicees in Sugar Splash
    • NYC Lip Sliders Tinted Lip Balm in Sugar Fairy
    • "Beauty Rest" Sleep Mask
    • Maybelline Eye Studio Colour Pearls eye shadows in Tantalizing Teal
    • Maybelline Eye Studio Colour Pearls eye shadows in Silver Starlet
    • Maybelline Eye Studio Quads in Copper Chic
    • Maybelline Eye Studio Quads in Sapphire Siren
    • Maybelline Eye Studio Quads in Spirited Seas
    • Baskin Robbins Vanilla Ice Cream Hard Candies
    • "Recyling" Tatoo canvas tote
    Thank you very much Bailey, I can't wait to play with all of those goodies!

    August empties

    ☑ Secret Clinical Strength Antiperspirant/deodorant Light and fresh scent

    I have a friend who swears by this product. I don't really need an heavy protection when it comes to antiperspirants/deodorants, but this one does the job quite well. I wouldn't pay $9 for it though, but I agree, it's great. The only thing is that it's supposed to be solid, but after a few uses, it becomes more liquid x=

    Repurchase? no

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Dove Ultimate Go Fresh Burst Nectarine & white ginger scent

    ☑ Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Sun-Damage SPF 28 Daily Moisture Lotion

    Well I had enough of this for only one use, so I can't tell you a lot LOL.

    Repurchase? I don't know?


    What I'm currently using to replace it: Cellnique Vital Cellular Repair Emulsion

     ☑ Lacoste Love of Pink

    I'm not a fan. It smells very chemical once applied and it fades to a cheap fruity scent.

    Repurchase? no

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Escada Pacific Paradise

     ☑ Burt's Bees Peppermint Foot Lotion

    This is great! It's definitely refreshing and it makes my feet smell so great! Not to mention that's it's 100% natural.

    Repurchase? no because there's plenty of foot lotions available at a cheaper price

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Alpen Secrets Tea Tree & Mint Foot & Leg Cooling Gel

     ☑ Cellnique Intense II Hyaluronic Acid

    This was part of the Amino-Collagen C Intense Set I was sent from Cellnique along with other products (read my review on them here). It is said to be able to attract 1000 times its weigth in water and to help repair damaged cells and instantly deliver a silky smooth texture after application. While it hasn't completely cured my extra dry skin, it has significantly help it.

    Repurchase? no because it's way too expensive for my budget

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Alpen Secrets Tea Tree & Mint Foot & Leg Cooling Gel

      ☑ SPAresource Amber Sunset Body Lotion with aloe vera

    I love this lotion. It smells amazing (I've been told I smell like caramel LOL), the texture is great (not too runny but not thick as a butter) and it's inexpensive. Great value!

    Repurchase? yes

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Cranberry & Pear Body Soufflé

     ☑ Burt's Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk & Honey Body Lotion

    I'm not a fan of this lotion. The smell is okay and last until the next shower, but the texture is way too light for my tatse, not to mention that $14.99 is a little expensive for a body lotion in my opinion. I like the fact that it's 98.3% natural, though.

    Repurchase? no

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Cranberry & Pear Body Soufflé

     La Clé du Plaisir Boutique Érotique Effervescent Pear Bath Bomb

    My boyfriend and I got this for free when we purchased some things from a La Clé du Plaisir representative when we attended my friend Ariane's "sex party". I used it in two times as it "disappears" pretty fast in the bath. I'm not a fan of those cheap bath bombs that have nothing special.

    Repurchase? no

    What I'm currently using to replace it: -


    Klorane Soothing eye make-up remover with cornflower extract

    This is the first makeup remover I ever used. It was a gift from my mother and I wouldn't repurchase it as it's quite expensive, but it's really soft on the eyes and it does a great job at removing heavy eye makeup and stubborn mascara.

    Repurchase? no

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Equate Baby Oil


    Gillette for Women Satin Care Shave Gel

    It leaves my skin veeeeeeeeeery smooth, and you only need a tiny amount of product as the foam is so thick.

    Repurchase? no, as I prefer to use conditioner or baby oil


    What I'm currently using to replace it: eos Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream


    St. Ives 24 Hour Moisture Advanced Body Moisturizer

    I didn't noticed it was a body moisturizer until recently, but I have always used it as a hand lotion. It works (but I'm not sure it lasts up to 24 hours), but it's a little too watery for my taste.

    Repurchase? no

    What I'm currently using to replace it: Earth Therapeutics Gardener's Hand Repair Protective Conditioner