Beauty Product Reviews

Hydrated & Glowy

These sheet masks are marketed as, "One-step to moisturise your dry and dull skin" and as someone who likes as little steps in their skincare routine as possible, I was intrigued. I am so glad I gave these a try, because they are now one of my favorite masks! I love using these for a quick pick me up whenever I feel like my skin is looking a bit dull or dry. The triple-weight Hyaluronic Acid really does its job in penetrating the skin to deliver and lock in hydration, leaving your skin feeling plump and smooth. The Prunus Mume Fruit Extract also holds its own and delivers an almost instantaneous brightening effect to the skin. Will definitely be making another purchase soon!

As someone with oily and congested skin, weekly exfoliation is a must. While chemical exfoliators have been gaining in popularity, there is just no substitute for a good physical exfoliation. When I first used this, I was weary that the poppy seeds would be too harsh and abrasive, but I was wrong! The poppy seeds work hand in hand with the bamboo stem powder to deliver a gentle, yet effective exfoliation, leaving behind skin that's clean and soft. The mixture of key ingredients (all the oils and Vitamin E) really shine through to help lock in moisture, so you don't get that uncomfortable tight feeling that other washes can leave. This has become my go to scrub and I definitely plan on repurchasing once I run out!

Love him or hate him, you can't deny that Jeffree Star makes good products! I use liquid eyeliner almost every day, so I was excited to try this one out! I've only used the black (Gothic Beach), but so far I'm a fan! It glides on the eyelids smoothly with no tugging and it's so easy to make a nice crisp wing. I hate having to reapply in order to get a dark line, but with this one, a single swipe is all you need. Full disclosure, I do have oily eyelids, so I like to apply either a bit of setting powder or eyeshadow before using any eyeliner. If I wear this for longer than 12 hours, I do start to see some transfer (but I've had that happen with other brands in much less time). I've been using it for a few months now and I'm happy to report that it still feels brand new!

So good!

When I first saw this product, I wasn't really expecting much. However, this has quickly become one of my go to everyday lip products! The formula is luxuriously creamy, not sticky or tacky at all, and leaves my lips feeling plush for hours. A tiny scoop goes such a long way and I love the tiny jade applicator, so fancy, so cute! The shade Bare is a nice hint of color that is perfect for going out, but also subtle enough just lounging around at home. I can't wait to try out the other shades!

Great for thick hair

I bought this as a gift for my sister who loves BTS and by extension BT21, specifically Shooky. She was blessed with thick hair (and a lot of it) which normally doesn't lend itself well to claw clips, but she really likes this one! It's comfortable enough for her to wear all day long without giving her headaches and it stays in without any slipping.

Cute and Comfortable

I am currently a few months postpartum; which unfortunately means dealing with the joys of hair loss and with baby constantly tugging on my strands. I've found that these scrunchies are great for keeping my hair out of baby's grasp, while at the same time being lightweight and gentle enough that I don't have to worry about any pulling or breakage at the end of the day. The puffy pillow design also makes them comfortable during snuggle time and those impromptu couch naps.

Great Sanitizer

If you have a large makeup collection, you should absolutely invest in this! I have quite a few pressed powder products; blushes, bronzers, pressed powders and of course eyeshadow palettes in my collection. If I reach for a palette that I haven't used in some time, I like to give it a quick spray to ensure there I'm killing off any lingering bacteria before using it. Initially I was worried that it may change the texture or integrity of my products, but it absolutely doesn't! It only takes about 30 seconds to a minute (depending on how much you spray) for the mist to dry down. Admittedly I've never tried this on cream products, but I love it for powders!

Great for Your Gut

I am always on the hunt for something to boost my digestion and just overall gut health. I've read about the benefits of apple cider vinegar, but actually attempting to drink it is a whole other story. As I already enjoy the Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides, I decided to give this a try. First and foremost the texture on these are great! Sometimes gummy supplements can be too soft or mushy, but these have a good chew to them. They do have a slight tang from the vinegar, but personally it doesn't bother me. Too much acv can sometimes irritate my stomach, so I only take 1 gummy a day instead of the recommended 2. But even just taking 1, I've noticed less bloating and overall a healthier digestive system!

Quick Pick Me Up

One of the things I inherited from my dad is his baggy under eyes, which I definitely don't help by sleeping late, staring at my phone for hours, the list goes on. On days my husband tells me I need to start sleeping earlier or before a special occasion, I like to break out this product for a quick under eye pick me up. I start off with clean dry skin, squeeze out maybe half a pea sized amount and gently dab it under my eyes. Then I wait. One of my favorite things about this product is that you can actually feel it tightening the skin under your eyes. By the time I'm finished with the rest of my skincare routine the gel is dry and my eyes are depuffed! The key to this product is using the right amount. Too much and you're left with a flaky white residue, but too little and you may not see your desired results. I haven't run into any issues with using makeup on top of this, but I also try not to layer on too many things. I go in with concealer and a set with a finely milled powder (my go to is the Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish).

Neosporin + Vaseline All in One

I always see customers purchasing the Lucas' Papaw Remedies Lucas’ Papaw Ointment and raving about how good it is, so one day I finally gave in and decided to try it. Let's just say I finally understand what all the hype is about this product! The formula is luxuriously moisturizing, but without being greasy or heavy. Unlike Vaseline that sits on top of your skin, this product melts into your skin, lips, wherever you're putting it. There's a slight vanilla-y scent, but it's not overpowering and definitely doesn't bother me. I like to use this as a lip balm, on top of my mosquito bites (which unfortunately happens pretty often as I am a mosquito magnet), as a brow gel when I'm in a pinch, etc. My favorite way to use this product is definitely on my ear piercings, which are sensitive and prone to infections. Just a little dab on each ear and my ears are as good as new the next day!