Tuesday, 26 March 2019

Dove Men+Care Products



Firstly like to thank Dove & XY Stuff Club for sending these products to my husband
for free in exchange for his thoughts on each.
#gotitfree #DoveMenSportCare #XYStuffClub

For more information on the XY Stuff Club, you can visit their website at:

For more information on Dove Men + Care, you can visit their website at:



Dove Men + Care
Elements
Charcoal + Clay Body & Face Bar 

"A body and face bar developed for men's skin, that thoroughly cleans skin without leaving it feeling dry or tight"

Thoughts:

My husband is a very active person and he found this Body Face Bar, lathered well, descent hydration (moisturizing) and left him feeling clean, and refreshed.  The smell was a little off putting, so I'm thinking in the future may go with a different scent.  Overall great product.  Would recommend... Just not the Charcoal + Clay version.

Price: $4.97 CAD (Local Dept. Store)




Dove Men + Care
Sport Care
Power + Renew

"Micro moisture technology activates on skin, clinically proven to help fight skin dryness.  Exfoliating scrub refreshes skin, while the revitalizing scent helps restore your state of mind."

Thoughts:

Husbands overall first impression was "Well.  It works!"  After getting a bit more detail than that, the Micro Moisture, did its job.  It exfoliated just the right amount, meaning wasn't too gritty and left his skin feeling nice, clean, and smooth.  Scent was a check in his book & mine as well.  Defiantly would recommend this product.  Great when you find it on sale but overall is a descent price and value.

Price:  $4.97 CAD (Local Dept. Store)




Dove Men + Care
Sport Care
Active + Fresh

"This effective Antiperspirant with a fresh scent is designed for active men and helps fight odour for up to 48 hours."

Not a whole lot to say about this.  It's pretty straight forward.  My husband usually goes for the Dove Men deodorants because they work well, goes on clear, and they have a nice scent that doesn't overpower.  This Dove Sports Care 'Active + Fresh' is the same.  No complaints.
Does it last 48 hours.  LOL. No, but come on really?  Recommended for sure.

Price:  $4.97 CAD (Local Dept. Store)



Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: @DoveMenCare
Facebook: XYStuff
Twitter/Instagram: TheXYStuff

TOPBOX: March 2019



"A Topbox subscription includes four beauty samples (Prive Topboxes have 2 or more). Samples can range from skincare, bodycare, makeup, haircare and fragrance. The samples are from prestige brands. Some of these brands are well known and others are newly launched or small and niche."


Cost: $12 month (Canada Only)
Free Shipping 



Note:  The sizing and font that follow is all over the map and no matter what I do it won't change and/or save to how I want it.  Sorry :(




What I Received:
Note: Below prices/sizes are for full sized products.



Hadaka Butterful
Marula Butter Cream
Citrus

"Derived from the wild harvested Marula Oil, this body butter has a rich and creamy texture that melts into the skin, leaving it feeling smooth, soft and silky. Its active ingredients include Shea Butter and Vitamin E, which contain healing properties that replenish and rejuvenate the skin with a non-greasy formula. Marula Butter comes in two scents: Unscented and Citrus. For those who enjoy it simple or are sensitive to smell, we recommend unscented, or you may choose to awaken your senses with the fresh Citrus scent."

Price: $38.00 CAD
8oz

Hadaka Website
Instagram: @hadaka_beauty
Facebook:  hadakabeauty




Caudalie Paris
Vinoperfect
Brightening Glycolic Night Cream

"A night cream powered by smoothing glycolic acid and brightening viniferine to visibly reduce and diminish the appearance of dark spots.

This brightening cream acts as a gentle overnight peel to reveal fresh and luminous looking skin upon awakening. Night after night, the appearance of dark spots is reduced, skin texture is visible smoothed and skin tone appears evened.

This trio of gentle exfoliating and brightening stars (papaya extract, glycolic acid, vine sap viniferine) diminish the appearance of dark spots and acne scars, overnight. Safe for even the most sensitive skin, the formula is powered by time released glycolic acid, for continuous 8-hour penetration."


Price:  $75.00
50ml

Caudalie Website
Instagram @caudalie
Facebook:  CaudalieCanada




Doucce
Ultra Precision Eyeliner
Long Lasting & Waterproof

"The ultimate precise waterproof pencil eyeliner. The velvety smooth formula glides on smoothly without pulling or tugging, creating an easily blended finish. The semi-matte waterproof formula is perfect for use in the waterline. Once it sets, it will not smear, flake, or budge. As the tip begins to fade, follow through with a metal makeup sharpener to keep the tip sharpened and precise."

Price:  $22.00
*Received full sized pencil

doucce Website
Instagram:  @doucceoffical
Facebook:  doucce





Delia Organics
Natural Skin Therapy
Nail & Cuticle Oil

"Our hands are the #1 most used body part on our bodies and we often forget about their care. This cuticle oil is a blend of natural oils and essential oils that help hydrate, heal and promote healthy nail growth."

Price:  $15.99
*Marked down as I write this for $11.99 (03/26/19)
*Received full product.

Delia Organics Website
Instagram: @deliaorganics
Facebook:  deliaorganics




ChapStick
Total Hydration - Natural Moisture

"ChapStick Total Hydration Natural Moisture lip balm contains 100% naturally sourced Avocado Oil, Coconut Oil and Shea Butter to help replenish the lips moisture barrier. The luxurious formulation is soothing to help dry and delicate lips feel comfortably smooth and soft. This soothing vanilla flavour will leave lips feeling refreshed, replenished and healthier looking."

Price:  $4.97 (Priced at local dept. store)
*Received a full size as Complimentary 

Chapstick Website
Instagram:  @chapstick_canada
Facebook:  Chapstick Canada

Tuesday, 5 March 2019

L'Oreal Paris Ever Strong Shampoo, Conditioner, & Potion

L'Oreal Paris 
Ever Strong Sulfate/Free
Fortify Care System

#trywithtopbox
Ever Strong Thickening Shampoo
Rosemary Leaf


"EverStrong Thickening system with rosemary leaf gently cleanses and purifies fragile, thin hair removing build-up and excess oils to promote thicker-looking, stronger hair. The system injects strength into hair from the first wash. How to use: Apply to wet hair and massage gently into a thick lather. Rinse thoroughly. Follow with EverStrong Thickening conditioner"

Shampoo Thoughts:

I'll be honest, I was a little worried that this "Thickening" shampoo would turn out like all the rest and leave my hair feeling so heavy, stiff, & looking dull.  I  have very long, fine, thin hair and a lot of breakage.  I didn't find that this shampoo did a whole lot in the breakage department but I did notice my hair having a bit more volume/thickness after using.  Yes, even after the first wash.  Packaging is simple, convenient.  Product itself is vegan, dye-free, paraben-free, & no gluten.  A little does go a long way, even if you have long hair.  So be careful of that.  Lathers up nicely.  The shampoo smells like a nice clean herb smell.  Sorry I can't put my finger on what to compare it to. 

 Overall, I would say this shampoo is good.  Like I said, I did find it to help thicken & add volume to my hair, but that was really about it.  But downside I did also feel that along with using the conditioner & the strength potion, it left my hair looking very dull.  Nothing spectacular.  For your money, is it worth it?  For the amount you get and the results, my opinion is no.  Just because I'm the type of person aways looking for "more bang, for your buck" and there are other options out there that suit my needs better and will last me a lot longer.  But if you do have fine, thin hair and your looking for a bit more volume, and you have been searching for something, by all means give this a try. 




"EverStrong Thickening system with rosemary leaf deeply conditions and fortifies fragile, thin hair to promote thicker-looking stronger hair. The system injects strength into hair from the first wash. How to use: After using EverStrong Thickening shampoo, apply to wet hair and massage gently. Leave on for 1–2 minutes. Rinse."


Conditioner Thoughts:

I found that this conditioner is good.  It does wonders with my tangles but the one draw back I kind of have, is it "almost" has a over powering minty clean toothpaste smell.  Haha.  I'm really sorry, that's the best way I can describe it.  It's not by any means bad, but it does hit you when you first open the cap.  With using the shampoo, conditioner, and the 10x1 strength potion, I didn't feel it did anything amazing.  I did find using the system gave me a bit added thickness/volume to my fine, thin hair but it also left my hair looking on the dull side. For a conditioner that's suppose to fortify thin hair, and help with breakage, I never really experienced that.   

As for the price that the conditioner (shampoo as well), is set at and what I'm looking for in a shampoo & conditioner, there are better options out there for me personally.  If your on the hunt for a hair care system that adds thickness then by all means give this a go, along with the shampoo, but I don't necessarily thing you need to buy the 10x1 strength, unless you really, really want to.  Doesn't hurt that the L'Oreal Paris Ever Strong line is vegan, dye-free, paragon-free, and no gluten.



"Apply a few drops of lotion on damp hair lengths and tips, distributing evenly prior to styling. Complete your routine with the EverStrong Shampoo and Conditioner."


10 in 1 Strength Potion Thoughts:

So the this 10x1 Strength Potion is a Coriander & Coconut Oil, for your hair.  Firstly, it smells pretty good.  Clean & fresh.  Though it's a bit on the herb smelling side of things.  I don't get any coconut.  Also the packaging/bottle is great.  It has a dropper which makes it easy to use.  The bottle says to use a few drops on damp hair.  I have long hair, so I actually end up using maybe half a dropper or more (tsp maybe), and it doesn't weigh my hair down...  So this repair treatment is for fragile hair.  My hair is fine, thin, and breaks like a beep :)   This claims to reinforce, invigorates, strengthen, protect lengths, fortify strands, help breakage, adds shine, add softness, nourishes, and soothes the scalp.  Does it do all of that?  And also, is it just me or some of those "claims" are really the same thing?  

When using this oil, along with the Ever Strong shampoo & conditioner, I didn't really notice a difference in my breakage, so I don't think it's holding up to its end of the bargain there.  As for the smell, it wakes ya up so I guess yes, it's invigorating.  It's an oil, so it's most likely good for your hair regardless.  My hair was fairly soft when using this oil but along with the shampoo & conditioner, it overall left my hair looking dull.  No shine :(  So for that reason I would pass personally.  I couldn't find a price online for this but if it's reasonable price, you do get a good amount of product and like I said it's an oil, so your hair & you deserve a treat.  Just keep in mind it didn't do anything "wow" for me, but it may for you.


I received these products for free from the TopBox Circle in exchange for my reviews.
#freeproduct #gotitforfree #trywithtopbox

Thank you.