tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11977680036435906972024-03-19T03:02:38.045-07:00A.M. Polishesamphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.comBlogger193125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-20456148542437609012017-10-29T12:43:00.001-07:002017-10-29T12:43:21.046-07:00FACE Atelier: Lip Lock<div style="text-align: right;">
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I am sure many people have the same problem as me when wearing a lipstick, you're worried about transferring, smudging or always looking for a mirror to touch up! With Lip Lock, it's supposed to <i>lock</i> in your lip colour promising to prevent transfer and extending wearability. </div>
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First impression, seems interesting, it has a water consistency and smells like minty mouthwash haha..</div>
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I tried this a few times over different types of lipsticks and I have to say, it worked better on the normal tubed lipstick.<br />
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When you first put it on, I am not going to lie..it <b>STINGS</b>. So.. don't say I didn't warn you.. haha</div>
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It dries down to a slightly shiny finish almost like a shellac finish. It feels a bit tight but it really doesn't transfer. I tried it on top of Marc Jacob's slow burn..I don't really know about the extending wearability as I think it only lasted about 3-ish hours and it looked like the same wear I usually got..</div>
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This was also tested on top of a NYX lip lingerie and it was pretty horrible to be honest. It balled up and crumbled the lipstick. It had to be removed and reapplied without the lip lock. I am not sure if it was because it was a liquid lipstick, or if it was applied right after causing a reaction? It is alcohol based so.. maybe?</div>
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One more thing I want to talk about is the applicator, it's like a nail polish brush and it does pick up some of the lipstick as you apply. I didn't notice at first but it deposits it into the bottle so you get a bit of sediment, it doesn't really bother people but just a heads up for some people..</div>
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Overall, it works well cover normal tubed cream lipstick, allowing it to last a bit longer than average and less smudging than without. On liquid it pills up the lipsticks and didn't work well..</div>
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Pretty sure one of the layers is magic 😏 or it could be their Signature Exotic Tea Complex.<br />
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">Biphasic Infusion is a potent rejuvenating concentrate containing the highest content of our <i>Signature Tea Complex</i>. Biphasic Infusion provides extreme shine and healthier looking hair from the very first use. An advanced binary technology drives our <i>Signature Tea Complex</i> deep inside the cuticle to nourish the hair’s structure, attracting moisture and locking it inside. Fortified with antioxidants and amino acids, it surrounds hair with a sheer veil of shielding properties known to provide thermal and environmental protection.</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">What is T-Sylk Technology and how does it work?</span></span> T-Sylk Technology combines the highest concentration of our <i>Signature Tea Complex</i> with a weightless silk concentrate for ultimate hydration. Phase 1 Our<i> Signature Tea Complex</i> deeply penetrates the hair to deliver intense moisture, shine and protection. Phase 2 Locks moisture in the hair and provides thermal protection for silky smooth shine. This innovative new hair technology is completely weightless and will never build up or coat the hair. This is what we at Pai-Shau call T-Sylk Technology.</blockquote>
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I am pretty wary of oils in my hair as they usually weighs my hair down and turns me into a grease ball but I am happy to say, this didn't! I also have tons of hair so I used about 4 pumps! I know.. it says 1-2 pumps but still... not greasy!<br />
It really does what it says, leaving my hair healthier looking and much softer to the touch.<br />
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I was mesmerized by the layers you see in the bottle but really, be sure to give it a good shake before using it!! When it's mixed up, both parts do pump out creating the perfect mix of oils and tea complex together!<br />
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Right from the shower, I usually have my hair up in a towel. After a bit of towel drying, I remove the towel for a bit of air drying (before blow - drying). After a good shake, I pump about 4 times into my hands and rub it between my palms and then apply it throughout my hair from ear to below. I try not to put it near my roots as I found with other products it makes me need to wash my hair more often. Then I blow-dry. If I find my hair extra dry / frizzy. I take another 1-2 pumps, rub it between my palms and smooth it over my hair again. Since the product can be used on towel-dried hair and dry hair, it's perfect for when I need a little extra after blow-drying.<br />
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The scent is one I usually don't go for but the more I used it, the more I found it pleasant. It's quite musky but the scent quickly fades after application.<br />
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Many know Shu Uemura's popular cleansing oils but did you know Shu Uemura has hair care products? Many people I've shown this too didn't! But you should...o...m...g... you should 😱. Check out my full review below!<br />
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My hair has been through a lot in 2016, tons of bleach and hair dye, It has definitely lost its shine and lustre. It's quite frizzy, knotted and dry, almost to the point where I have trouble combing through the knots. Basically, it's just a mess and I needed help! Thank you Shu Uemura Art Of Hair for reaching out and giving me this lifesaver of a haircare system. The line I picked to review is their Ultimate Remedy Extreme Restoration for Ultra-Damaged Hair.<br />
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I was excited to try this line, the name alone sounds like it's perfect for my hair. I definitely needed some TLC..extreme TLC. I've done quite a few haircare reviews and each time, I thought I found something great but this ......this blows everything else I've tried away!<br />
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Let's talk about what I liked first. The texture, it's creamy and thick. It really feels like I'm showering with luxury here. The shampoo is slightly thicker than other shampoos but when I'm mentioning luxury, I mean the conditioner. It's like a thick rich cream. When I first pumped it out, I exhaled a wow! and made a mental note that I HAVE to mention it here.<br />
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The conditioner felt like putting on a hair mask. It is amazing and definitely the reason why my hair looks so much better these days.<br />
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After 1 wash, my hair instantly felt smoother, after the 3rd wash I had much less frizz and my hair was manageable. Once, I even left it down after a simple blow dry without straightening and my friends and coworkers all mentioned how my hair looked really nice that day (yay!). The results don't lie, after just a few washes, I can tell the difference in my hair 😍 !<br />
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Below is a picture after the 3rd (or 4th?) wash with just the simple blow dry I mentioned above. My hair still had volume and style without the frizz and waves. I really was amazed!<br />
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Now, there are a few drawbacks, some are personal preference but the pros really outweigh the cons. Even so, the cons are more of a something you need to consider - there's nothing really terrible about this haircare line (I *hearts* it).<br />
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First, the scent. To me, it's a bit strong - it's very perfumey- my description is laughable but it smells like an air freshener from a fancy bathroom 😂. My friend also tried it out after seeing my post on instagram but she said she was OK with the scent. As I mentioned, it's more of a personal preference. The scent isn't overbearing afterwards and it's not unpleasant (just strong) but it might be something to consider if you have a sensitivity to scents.<br />
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Second, the time. Since the conditioner is much thicker (and luxxxurious), it takes much longer to rinse out thoroughly. Please make time for your shower, no one wants leftover residue weighing down your hair!! <br />
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Lastly, the size to price ratio. <a href="http://www.shuuemura.ca/product/ULTIMATE-REMEDY-SHAMPOO,default,pd.html" target="_blank">The Ultimate Remedy Shampoo </a>is 300 ml at $46 CAD*, and the <a href="http://www.shuuemura.ca/product/ULTIMATE-REMEDY-CONDITIONER,default,pd.html" target="_blank">Ultimate Remedy Conditioner </a>is 250 ml at $56 CAD*. It's pricey. It's Shu Uemura but still .. quite pricey. It's understandable if it won't fit into everyone's budget but if you have extremely damaged hair, I would recommend you to try this, even if it's just until your hair is restored before switching to something else <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(although at the moment, I really can't seem to give this up)</span>.<br />
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Two other things my friends have questioned which I don't see it as a con as much but enough to mention for consideration is the size and the shape.<br />
1. I don't know why they are two very different shapes. Maybe it's to help you differentiate while in the shower? I personally prefer if they were both pumps for ease of application but it doesn't really bother me. I have dropped the shampoo once or twice due to it's curved bottle neck design though (haha).<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">p.s Although the shapes are different, I really like how they turned up in pictures. I know photographic aesthetic appeal isn't an important criteria people consider when buying a shampoo or conditioner.. I just want to show off my picture hehe.. </span><br />
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2. Why is the conditioner smaller than the shampoo when it's the best part of this hair line? Tell me! While I am sure they have their reasons for this (like some people like to do the shampoo twice then condition regime), I think the <i>best </i>solution is to come out with huge 2L bottles of both the shampoo and conditioner so I never run out! Pretty please Shu😘 ?!<br />
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I've tried to include some pictures of my hair right after a shower. I hope you can see the reduced amount of frizz and waves. I still haven't quite perfected the art of selfie yet 😳. To make my shampoo and conditioner last, I've also been using Shu Uemura's Dry Cleaner inbetween washes to prolong my style. I will post a review of that later.<br />
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I am also delighted to announce that other people have noticed the difference in my hair and took my recommendation of these products. I would love to hear if you also considered this product and told me your results in the comments below!!<br />
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Until next time,<br />
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Miranda<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">*Prices as of Feb 2017 shown on Shu Uemura Canadian Website</span><br />
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Today for review, we have Essence's Liquid Lipsticks in:<br />
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01 colour party<br />
02 beauty secret<br />
03 almost real<br />
04 show off!<br />
05 peach party<br />
06 make a statement<br />
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A nice range from nude to berry. Liquid lipsticks made in Italy with a 18 month (opened) shelf life.<br />
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Because liquid (matte) lipsticks were such a trend, I assumed they were among the likes of Colourpop's Liquid Mattes or NYX's Liquid Suede Creams but these are much more comparable to Rimmel's Apocolips Lip Lacquer. I find it more like a liquid gloss than a lipstick.<br />
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These liquid lipsticks are adorable and compact - fits right into my hand :)<br />
They have a clear casing showing the colour within. Also they have a twist cap which clicks shut to make sure it's tightly closed.<br />
At first glance, cute comes to mind. The clear rectangle packaging makes the inside lipstick shaped tube glow. The cap matches the tube which makes it easy to store it anyway you like. The cap also 'clicks' shut to prevent leakage (which is a BIG plus because I have problems with other companies and their leaky products boo!!). <br />
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The applicator is just an average gloss / liquid lipstick flocked doe foot applicator with a bit of a dip to hold the product.<br />
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colour party, beauty secret, almost real, show off!, peach party, make a statement</div>
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These have a gloss-like semi opaque tacky finish. Fuller coverage in two coats. Due to its gloss-like finish, they don't stay very long but the darker colours do leave a tinge of colour behind. These liquid lipsticks have a slight scent which reminded me of the MAC lipsticks. I'm not in love with the scent but it's not overbearing/appalling.<br />
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Essence, in general has been a favourable brand to me, their products are priced at an unbelievable price point (items average about $5 or less HELLO!), they're of great quality (I absolutely love one of their lipsticks and ALWAYS recommend it to anyone who is in the market for one), their packaging is quite nice, it's cute but not too childish. The variety of products released is great. there's a little bit of everything to try out and they release collections quite frequently, often with beautiful designs I just can't help but love. It's definitely a brand I would recommend to try, especially if you're just wanting to try out something but need to stretch that dolla' ;) I know many are trying to do low-buys!<br />
Lastly, I think they're pretty accessible. In Canada, they have a permanent stand in Shoppers Drug Mart, along with pre-packs of their collections on stands nearby. I heard Ulta in the States carries Essence and I know Essence is quite popular in Europe already!<br />
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For your viewing pleasure, keep scrolling as I add in a few more pictures on the lips, weirdly Colour Party kept making my pictures turn out blue no matter what! I hope to unload my pictures and finally post a few more reviews on this brand :)<br />
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peach party</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">*Info given to me via press release for Canadian sales only, please use info as a guideline*</span><br />
Essence Cosmetics released these liquid lipsticks in Feb/March 2016 retailing for a suggested $3.99 each<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Product was given in exchange for review. Opinions reflected are my own with no influence from company</span>amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-17519196813883781182017-01-02T08:02:00.003-08:002017-01-02T21:11:59.248-08:00Etude House Bubble Tea Sleeping Pack<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My friend recently went to Korea and in my wishlist it included cute items (and of course G-Dragon merch♥). One of the items she brought back was the Etude House Bubble Tea Sleeping Pack in Green Tea.<br />
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First impression: super cute!<br />
Although smaller than I thought it would be, it holds a substantial amount of product (100g) and it's well made. The product is housed in a thick plastic cup w/ a screw top lid.<br />
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Inside there is another cover like other skincare products and it comes with a scoop spatula attached to it. The details of this product is quite adorable.<br />
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It's cup shape with the design looking like something that would be on a bubble tea cup. Then a slight dome lid and the scoop spatula is rounded to be shaped like a straw.<br />
The packaging is great too. It's mostly in shades of green and there is English instructions.<br />
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The sleep mask gel itself is green (for green tea) and the moisture capsules is the bubbles. Although it doesn't smell like green tea (it's more of a slight perfume-y scent), the appearance is perfect.<br />
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All the bubble moisture capsules are lined up in the bottom like the real thing.<br />
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When taken out, the consistency is just like a real boba! Squishy but firm.<br />
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The Green Tea sleeping pack is to help control sebum on your skin and makes your skin clean and healthy. I've been using it for 4 days, following the instructions below. I don't think I have a big problem with excess sebum secretion but it definitely made my skin smoother.<br />
The gel application was quite easy and it absorbed pretty well into the skin. I almost forgot I had it on the next day. The scent is perfume-y (not my type of scent) and although it's light ...it does linger.<br />
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Tips! Use only gel depending on the condition of skin. For better moisturizing effect, mix the gel with 1-2 bubbles.</div>
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All in all, the product is good but it didn't wow me. The cuteness factor is there and it does moisturize. For me, it's more of a novelty, I prefer non-scented products as well. Etude House is always on point when it comes to cute cosmetics and skincare (I'm a huge sucker and I love buying their different hand-creams). Will I continue to use it? Yes. Will I repurchase? Probably not. I would continue using my current regimen.<br />
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Product: Etude House Bubble Tea Sleeping Pack in Green Tea<br />
Where: Etude House website<br />
Price: $13.20 USD<br />
Overall: 3.5/5<br />
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More information / to buy can be found <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/bubble-tea-sleeping-pack.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Mirandaamphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-54593741588121205742016-10-03T06:00:00.000-07:002016-10-03T06:00:15.927-07:00Swipe Deodorant WipesIf you're anything like me, you hate carrying around unnecessary items in your purse but also can't stand the idea of being unprepared. Usually what happens with me is that I end up lugging around a heavy purse full of "just in case" items like an umbrella, feminine hygiene products, a sweater and deodorant. Most of the time I won't need the items but having them makes me feel reassured in case any emergencies pops up. What can help lighten up the load is carrying travel sized items instead, this is where Swipe deodorant wipes (try saying that 10 times quickly) come into play.<br />
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<i>"Swipe® was specifically designed for the convenience to go throughout the day
without a bulky stick of deodorant that melts in purses or gym bags.
Swipe® not only applies a new layer of deodorant protection, it also
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The newly formulated Swipe wipes are infused with natural tea tree extract and Saccharomyces Ferment, a natural bacterial enzyme that help eliminate odor. The biodegradable clothes are individually foil wrapped and are meant for one time use. They are an excellent size to pack while traveling as you can easily throw them into your makeup bag and come in packages ranging from 3-50 wipes per box.</div>
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What was sent to me to review were the BVspa Sugar Scrub in the rejuvenating scent Pomegranate & Acai Berry and BVspa Salt Scrub in the soothing and relaxing scent of Lavender & Rosemary.<br />
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<u>BVspa Sugar Scrubs</u><br />
<i>"Gently polish and buff away dry, dull skin for a smooth and radiant glow with Natural Sugar Crystals, Safflower Seed Oil and Jojoba Oil. Perfect for everyday use, or for those with more sensitive skin."</i><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I felt the sugar scrub had a good balance of sugar granules and mixture of oils that left my skin feeling hydrated and smooth. The sugar granules were fine enough that they didn't feel like they were scratching, more like buffing away the top layer of dead skin. I can see myself reaching for this scrub to rid of all my dry skin all over before applying any sort of self tanner. The scent was nice and strong while I was using the product and left behind a faint aroma of pomegeante and acai berry on my skin. </span><br />
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<i>"Comfortably remove dry, calloused, dead skin from difficult areas with a moderate level of exfoliation for a soft and smooth feel using Dead Sea Salt, Olive Oil, and Jojoba Oil."</i><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The salts scrub felt more coarse compared to the sugar scrub, it is definitely the more heavy duty scrub between the two. This scrub works best on areas of your body needing a bit more TLC and exfoliation such as the heels of the feet or elbows. I can see myself using the salt scrub before giving myself a pedi or on my legs during the wintertime where I find my skin to be the most dry and flaky. It also left behind a faint scent of the Lavender and Rosemary.</span><br />
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The downside, I found that due to the thick consistency of the scrubs, it made it hard to dispense from the tube. Not sure if I'm just a weakling or if the scrubs had to be warmed up a little bit before use. Don't get me wrong though, I do prefer the more hygienic tube format over a jar.<br />
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What I admire most from this company is their use of natural
ingredients like salt and sugar opposed to plastic microbeads in their scrubs. Not only
do the salt and sugar do an excellent job of exfoliating, they dissolve
and ultimately are not detrimental to our ecosystem the way microbeads
are. Also, they did not leave a oily slippery (and downright hazardous) residue on the tub surface like most scrubs do.<br />
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You can currently find BVspa products at Shopper's Drug Mart for $11.99<br />
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After a quick search online, it is suggested that if you want to discard any products containing plastic mircobeads it is recommended you send the product back to the manufacturer or separate the microbeads yourself with the help of a coffee filter or fine cheesecloth or some even suggest tossing them in the trash, as the microbeads would be better off sitting in a landfill than in our ecosystem. But the one thing to avoid doing is flushing them down the drain or toilet.<br />
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amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-33457455553804111592016-07-26T12:35:00.000-07:002016-07-29T18:25:38.660-07:00Lady Queen Water DecalsI finally had some time to play around with some water decals <a href="http://www.ladyqueen.com/" target="_blank">Lady Queen </a>sent me. If you are unfamiliar with Lady Queen, it is an online shop that sells nail, beauty and fashion related products. They were kind enough to offer our readers 15% off regular priced items using code "<b>AWLC15</b>" at checkout.<div><br><img src="webkit-fake-url://3721F3E6-C912-45FA-87D6-419DAC896BFC/imagejpeg"></div><div><br>
I opted to keep things simple with a layer of sheer polish and a matte top coat to keep the spotlight on these gorgeous water decals (item# BLE 2284) of classy looking ladies. Like with most of their decals, these were easy to apply and I was able to shift them around on the nail until I was satisfied with their position. <div><br>
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These decals are priced at $1.99USD and come with 19 decals in 5 different designs.<br>
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A product I heard worked great as a highlighter but was not sold in Canada were the Kiko Cosmetics Water Eyeshadows. Now, back in high school or even college I'd call myself crazy for even thinking of using an eye shadow as face product, but since then I've broadened my horizons and realized just because the packaging says its for the eyes or lips doesn't necessarily mean you need to follow suit. Plus you'll get more use out of a product if it serves a multiple purpose.<div><br>
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The water eyeshadows come in over 20 shades and can be used wet or dry. Mir managed to hook me up with shades Champagne 200 and Light Gold 208. I found them to be highly pigmented, even when used dry. Sometimes I wish cosmetic companies wouldn't make their products so pretty, I had to force myself to start to use them and disturb the beautiful design.<br>
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The product felt soft and silky and left my eyes and cheeks glowing. I was however, disappointed with the amount of microglitter there was in the formula. I would've preferred a matte or sheen finish.</div><div><br>
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I'm not sure when Kiko will come to Canada (currently their website does not ships to Canada). But when I will be traveling to Vegas next year you can bet that I will make a stop at their physical shop.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><br></div><div>Annie</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>*products were purchased*</div>amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-45541946159441646912016-07-05T10:24:00.001-07:002016-07-05T10:24:46.192-07:00CND Nail Rescue KitRecently I was in Colorado on holidays and the dry weather there really wrecked havoc on my nails. I found that with every ding to my nail, a corner would snap right off. By the end of the trip I was left with some abstract shaped nails. Luckily for me this package from RevlonPro came just in time, inside this package was CND's nail rescue kit. #CNDRescueKit contained all the nail care products to restore my nails.<br />
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Included in the kit:<br />
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<li>RescueRXx</li>
<li>Cuticle Eraser</li>
<li>Solar Oil</li>
<li>Scrub Fresh</li>
<li>4 Vinylux Polishes in the shades:<br /><ul>
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<li>Desert Poppy</li>
<li>Date Night</li>
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For comparison I only used the products on my right hand and kept my left bare to see how the products worked. Here is a pic of my nails at the end of my trip:<br />
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"<i>A daily keratin treatment that improves nail condition in 1 week."</i><br />
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Rescue RXx<i> </i>is a keratin protein rich solution that is massaged into bare nails twice a day. In addition to the nail strengthening properties of keratin protein, this nail solution contained other nourishing ingredients like sweet almond oil and jojoba oil that help soften and condition the nails.<br />
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I found it to have a mildly sweet scent and after 1 week I did feel that the nails on my right hand were more flexible and felt thicker. I believe with consistent use, RescueRXx will help prevent my nails from breaking so easily in the future.<br />
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"<i>A rich blend of alpha-hydroxy acids to micro-exfoliate cuticles and condition the nail plate and surrounding skin."</i><br />
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I found that this product didn't necessarily "erase" my cuticles but softened them which made it easier to push them back. I liked that the product didn't absorb into the skin too quickly nor did it just sit on the surface, it slowly sunk into my skin and left it feeling soft. The product does contain AHA (alpha-hydroxy acids) which is known for its exfoliating properties and glycerin and sweet almond oil which help hydrate skin and nails.<br />
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"<i>A sunny blend of sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, and vitamin E that deeply penetrates into nails and cuticles, leaving them conditioned and supple."</i><br />
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I've been a big fan of Solar Oil for many years now, in fact it was the very first bottle of cuticle oil I purchased. Nowadays there are so many brands, mainstream and indie, that offer their blend of cuticle oils, I haven't had the chance to buy a new bottle of Solar Oil since using up the previous bottle. Now that I have received the Solar Oil in the #CNDRescueKit, my love of it has been renewed. Solar Oil contains an abundance of nail hydrating ingredients, but what I love most is the amazing almond scent. The only change I'd wish for would be that the oil came in a more convenient format. Like a twist up applicator pen, the bottle/brush combo is a little difficult to apply when on the go.<br />
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Scrub Fresh was introduced to me during the last CND event, the manicurist there swore by this product and advised me to give it a try to help prolong the wear of my regular and shellac manicures. The instructions advised to use a plastic backed pad and to scrub the products onto the nails and surrounding sidewall areas to totally cleanse and prep the area. I tend to chang nail polish every couple days but I look forward to using this the next time I go away and need my manicure to last. </div>
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Also in the kit were 4 Vinylux polishes from the Summer 2016 Flirtation collection. I actually reviewed the entire collection awhile back and you can see my swatches and read what I thought about the polishes <a href="http://ampolishes.blogspot.ca/2016/03/cnd-vinylux-2016-summer-flirtation.html" target="_blank">here</a><u>.</u><br />
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Not shown above but included in the kit was a nail file and the CND Weekly Top Coat, a super glossy, fasting drying topcoat that works in conjunction with Vinylux polishes to help lock in colour and promote long wear. <br />
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After a week of much needed TLC from the CND products, here are my nails in its current state. All those little hang nails are gone and the skin around my nails look much more hydrated. The #CNDRescueKit certianly worked its magic and helped restore my nails.<br />
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amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-46890413886725287062016-06-12T14:57:00.002-07:002016-06-12T14:57:25.205-07:00Born Pretty Store 3D Nail Charm Wheel ReviewHi all, hope you all had a great weekend. I'm back at it again with another item from <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/" target="_blank">Born Pretty Store</a> to share.<br />
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This time I have an <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/nail-studs-horse-fish-pattern-nail-decoration-nail-selling-wheel-p-23911.html?currency=USD" target="_blank">assorted 3D nail charm wheel</a> (item #23911) to review. The charms come in a 12 section nail wheel which swivels open to the compartment you want access to. There are 12 charms in the wheel (pictures below show the variety), some of my favourites include the rocking horse, turtle and Cleopatra bust. I do have to note that a couple of the charms looked a little funny. For one, the elephant was quite misshapen and the sitting fairy took me a couple minutes to see what I was looking at. Otherwise I felt that the other charms were quite unique and detailed. The charms are currently marked down to $1.99USD from $4.00USD.<br />
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Here are some looks I created with some of the charms....<br />
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However, I thought that the size of the charms were too big for my nail and weren't nearly as curved as I would've liked them to be. They were too bulky on my nails, almost ridiculously so. They were too wide and hung off my nail and because they stuck up so much it caught onto things easily so I had to take them off fairly quickly as I knew it probably wouldn't take much to tear them off my nails. I think these charms would work best in conjunction with acrylics or with someone with a flatter nail bed and longer nails.<br />
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Today I have another nail product from Born Pretty Store to share with you all. This time around they are the <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/2pcs-45mm-sharp-triangle-nail-decorations-shiny-gold-alloy-nail-decorations-p-24096.html">Triangle Nail Studs</a> (item #24096). They come in a package of 2 with a choice of gold and silver, they measure approximately 4 by 5 mm in size. They are regularly priced at $3.07USD but are currently marked down to 0.99USD.<br>
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The charms were very easy to use, I could easily pick them up with tweezers and place with them with control exactly where I wanted them to go. They aren't curved but because they are relatively small in size I was able to push them into the wet polish and found that it helped prevent any edge of the stud to stick up. <br>
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"I<i>NTRODUCING NEW CND SPA - INSPIRED BY NATURE, ROOTED IN SCIENCE. Escape on a journey of relaxation and tranquility. CND unlocks the beauty of botanicals that effectively prep, purify, perfect and restore for a new level of spa benefits. Treat yourself to a sensorial experience infused with the nurturing essences of fruits and flowers. Delight in indulgent care and personalized results."</i><br />
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The new CND Spa Collection features the scents Gardenia Woods, Bright Citron and Cucumber. The Gardenia and Bright Citron scents both offer a soak, scrub, masque and lotion. The Cucumber scent offers 2 treatments targeted for dry calloused heels.<br />
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<i>"Escape on a journey of relaxation. Our botanical spa collection
delivers a new level of treatment benefits for beautiful results. 4-step
system lets you customize services with a choice of fragrance moods and
add-ons for deeper care. Let the indulgence begin. Inspired by nature.
Rooted in science. New CND Spa Collection."</i><br />
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GARDENIA WOODS – Leaves skin luxuriously soft with every touch.<br />
With white floral fragrance notes, gardenia and jasmine, this system will hydrate, moisturize and soften skin with its<br />
replenishing and purifying botanical blend of chamomile and sandalwood.<br />
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GARDENIA WOODS Soak<br />
Softening sea salt bath delicately cleanses without drying skin.<br />
GARDENIA WOODS Scrub<br />
Creamy skin polisher with moisture beads gently removes dull surface cells for a smoother texture.<br />
GARDENIA WOODS Masque<br />
Clarifying treatment softens skin and gives it a luminous glow.<br />
GARDENIA WOODS Lotion<br />
All-day hydrating veil nourishes skin to leave it touchably soft.<br />
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BRIGHT CITRON – Brightens up every mood.<br />
With notes of pink grapefruit and warm amber, this system will restore radiance and brighten skin’s appearance with its<br />
botanical blend of hydrating honey and purifying kaffir lime.<br />
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BRIGHT CITRON Soak<br />
Refreshing sea salt bath gently cleanses impurities while softening skin.<br />
BRIGHT CITRON Scrub<br />
Gentle citrus scrub polishes and perfects skin for a glowing radiance.<br />
BRIGHT CITRON Masque<br />
Luminizing mask lifts impurities and enhances clarity to leave skin glowing.<br />
BRIGHT CITRON Lotion<br />
All-day hydrating lotion replenishes moisture for skin so silky and smooth.<br />
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CUCUMBER HEEL THERAPY – Get smoother with every step.Smooth away rough edges with exfoliating Alpha-Hydroxy Acids. Immerse in an intense moisturizing treatment and<br />
refresh, relieve and hydrate heels with natural cucumber for the perfect finish to a pampering spa pedicure.<br />
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CUCUMBER HEEL THERAPY Callus Smoother<br />
Professional-strength serum with concentrated Alpha-Hydroxy Acids softens tough skin in minutes<br />
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CUCUMBER HEEL THERAPY Intensive Treatment<br />
Therapeutic cream soothes dry, rough heels with a deeply-moisturizing botanical complex of<br />
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<b>Overall thoughts</b>: I had the opportunity to try the gardenia woods lotion at the preview event last month and I brought home a bright citron lotion in my press kit. I loved the gardenia woods scent, it had just the right amount of floral in it and it reminded me a bit of Marc Jacob's Dot perfume. If I see this lotion in store I will definitely pick it up. The bright citron scent was a little misleading, on the tube the scent was described as kaffir lime and honey but smelled exactly like grapefruit. Aside from that I thought the scent was nice and refreshing. I think I will use this lotion the most in the summertime since it feels like and absorbs quickly into the skin. There's nothing more I dislike than greasy skin from creams/lotions that just sit on the surface of the skin. <br />
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Retail Pricing:<br />
Gardenia Woods / Bright Citron Lotion $21.90 / 8.4 oz<br />
Gardenia Woods / Bright Citron Lotion Scrub $31.90 / 8.4 oz<br />
Gardenia Woods / Bright Citron Lotion Soak $25.90 / 8.4 oz<br />
Gardenia Woods / Bright Citron Lotion Masque: $29.90 / 8.4 oz<br />
Cucumber Heel Therapy Intensive Treatment $59.90 / 425 g<br />
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<br />amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-38114034677326169572016-03-05T07:00:00.000-08:002016-03-05T07:00:16.261-08:00Tree Hut Extra-Rich Moisturizing Body Lotion and Renewing Hand CreamOriginating from Farmers Branch, Texas <a href="http://www.treehutshea.com/">Tree Hut</a> is an award winning skin care line that focuses on creating products to help bring out the natural beauty of your skin. <br />
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natural ingredients. We believe in the comfort of an amazing fragrance.
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loving your skin - and loving it even more after using Tree Hut. And we
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Their products which include their award winning sugar scrub, body butters/lotions, sun protection, soaking salts and body washes/soaps are available in 18 different scents. Some scents that interested me were Almond & Honey, Italian Mocha and Pear & Chia Seed. You can view their entire fragrance list as well as the beneficial properties of the scents/ingredients <a href="http://www.treehutshea.com/discover/fragrances/">here</a>.<br />
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Today I'm spotlighting Tree Hut Renewing Hand Cream in the scent Moroccan Rose and the Tree Hut Extra-Rich Moisturizing Lotion in the scent Coconut and Lime. <br />
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<u>Moroccan Rose Renewing Hand Cream</u><br />
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<i>"Moisturize your over-worked hands with Moroccan Rose Tree Hut
Renewing Hand Cream. Kissed with Argan & Rose Hip Oil to provide
natural anti-aging and healing properties, this rich, non-greasy cream
leaves your hands feeling soft and revived."</i><br />
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Argan Oil: Helps ease inflammation, boost cell production, and improve elasticity to promote healthy skin.
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Rose Hip Oil: Contains an array of vitamins, minerals, and
antioxidants to refine skin's texture, moisturize, and help the skin
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Avocado Oil: Defends against free-radicals. Also rich in
nutrients such as oleic acid, potassium, and lecithin, Avocado Oil works
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anti-inflammatory properties which help to fight skin conditions. It
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<b>Overall thoughts</b>: The hand cream absorbed quickly and didn't leave my hands greasy (pet peeve of mine) nor was the scent too strong (another pet peeve of mine). I have never smelled Moroccan Roses before so I can't say how to true to scent this product is. I personally thought the scent smelled more sweet than floral to me but that was fine because I liked the scent. I loved that it contained a bunch of skin nourishing oils (Argan, Rose Hip, Shea, Avocado) and skin calming ingredients like chamomile. I noticed right after application, my skin definitely felt very smooth and after a couple weeks it helped my hands stay hydrated despite the wintery conditions we had these past couple weeks.<br />
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<b>Overall thoughts</b>: I'm a sucker for anything coconut scented so this lotion had me hooked the moment I uncapped it. It was very refreshing and smelled like equal parts coconut and lime; the scents complimenting each other rather than trying to over power each other. It had a nice consistency that wasn't too watery nor too heavy. I liked using the lotion right after my showers because I felt it kept my legs (which usually get really dry and flaky in the wintertime) nice and soft. <br />
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Although Tree Hut is a new brand to me I found that I learned a lot about their company and what they support and stand for through their website. Not only are their products not tested on animals, they are produced in the USA and the Shea butter used in the products are certified organic. I liked how they incorporated a lot of natural ingredients from different parts of the world. Definitely check out their website to learn more about this awesome brand.<br />
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If you are interested in any of Tree Hut's products you can use their <a href="http://www.treehutshea.com/storelocator/">store locator</a> function to find a retailer near you.<br />
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<i>"There’s an electricity of unspoken attraction in the air. Evoke a subtle, sensual femininity with the new Flirtation Collection from CND. A palette of soft yet bright shades teases at the imagination and makes this collection equal parts coy, confident, and playful."
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season, sweet, creamy pastels are inspired by modern lace and
embroidery for a delicate and refined glamour,” says CND Co-founder and
Style Director Jan Arnold. “Nails will be slim oval glazed with tender
shades of coral and lilac, blushed with the spark of<span style="color: #0000ee;"> </span>deepening allure. Flirtation’s code allows you to be irresistible.” </i></span></span></span></span><br />
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<u>Skin Tease</u><br />
A nude creme polish. I was worried this would look too mannequin hand like but on the nail the shade was much lighter and very flattering. I needed two coats for full opacity.<br />
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<u>Be Demure</u><br />
This baby pink creme polish was finicky and slightly patchy. I needed three thick coats to even out the areas my nail showed through. A good dupe for this shade would be OPI Mod About You. <br />
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For a collection inspired by creamy pastels, I was surprised this shimmery coral was included. Every other colour in the line is pastel so this bright orange-coral was a pleasant surprise. I had to use two coats for full opacity.</div>
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<u>Honey Darlin'</u><br />
One of my favs from the collection, this beautiful pastel yellow creme was a bit tricky to apply and needed three coats for full opacity but well worth the effort.</div>
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A bright aqua creme polish that needed two coats for full coverage. I can definitely see myself reaching for this eye catching shade this summer quite often.<br />
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<u>Date Night</u><br />
This royal blue shade was my favourite out of the whole collection. Creamy and opaque in one coat, it had the great formula I look for in a quality polish.<br />
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amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-80043785512082779642016-02-21T17:50:00.004-08:002016-02-21T17:50:56.337-08:00Weleda Pomegranate Cuticle Softener Pen & Nail Care PenWeleda, makers of natural skin and body care products since 1921, is turning its expertise to nail care with the newest addition to the Weleda family, Pomegranate Nail Care.<br />
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To be used alone or as a 2-part system, the Pomegranate Nail Care Softener Pen and Nail Care Pen work to soften, protect and intensively care for the nails. Use with Weleda Pomegranate Firming Hand Cream for the healthiest hands, as well as nails. <br />
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<u>Weleda Cuticle Softener Pen $17/0.1floz</u><br />
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<i>"Rough and dry cuticles are softened with with a rich blend of
nurturing plant oils featuring 98% organic ingredients that work
together to condition and help gently remove cuticles."</i><br />
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This cuticle softener pen comes with one pre-saturatd tip and three replacement tips at the other end of the pen. These tips are about the same size as an orange stick. At first I thought you had to pump the tip to release the product but the tip does not move, instead the product is absorbed by the tip and you apply the product as needed. Not a lot of product comes out and I almost wished that the tip could release more product.<br />
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The instructions advise you to use the cap as the cuticle pusher but I preferred using the tip instead because it was just as rigid as the cut but it was thinner in width and I felt I had more control. Although the cap did have a nice curve to it that would fit to the contours of the nail.<br />
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Overall I liked the scent of the product, which smelled like citrusy pomegranate to me. I liked that Weleda included replacement tips conveniently placed at the other end of the pen and that it did help soften up my cuticles. It made pushing them back easier. It did not however, remove cuticles as it claims on the label. But what with the product being 98% organic I didn't expect it to contain anything harsh enough to remove cuticles anyways. It was most useful to me as a touch up pen to gently keep the cuticles back, I would not recommend this product if you had a thick cuticle overgrowth. You would need a stronger product in that situation. <br />
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<u>Weleda Nail Care Pen ($17 0.07fl oz)</u><br />
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a convenient, easy-to-use brush applicator, this 91% organic nail pen
provides intense nourishment and promotes healthy nails and cuticles
with vitamin-rich plant oils and moisturizing Shea butter. Chamomile
extract and beeswax round out the list of beneficial ingredients."</i></div>
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<u>Ingredient Spotlights</u><br />
Pomegranate Seed Oil<br />
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<li>High in antioxidants A, C and E to strengthen nails</li>
<li>Deeply moisturizes</li>
<li>Sourced from organic pomegranates grown in Turkey</li>
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Sweet Almond Oil<br />
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<li>Rich in vitamin E to help strengthen and nourish nails</li>
<li>Easily absorbed into nails and nail bed</li>
<li>Sourced from organic almonds grown in Spain</li>
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Shea Butter<br />
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<li>Nurturing and smoothing properties</li>
<li>Highly moisturizing</li>
<li>Ideal for helping restore dry, sensitive cuticles</li>
<li>Organically sourced</li>
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Jojoba Seed Oil<br />
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<li>Organic wax that is similar in composition to human skin</li>
<li>Highly stable</li>
<li>Moisturizing and suitable for all nail type </li>
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This cuticle pen had a thicker consistency than any other product in pen format I've used before. I suppose I've grown used to cuticle oil pens so I pleasantly surprised that instead of oil the product was more like a thin balm that melted and absorbed quickly when I applied on the skin.<br />
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These nail care products are a little bit on the pricier side compared to what else if on the market but they contain almost 100% organic ingredients which reflects the pricing. They work nicely hand in hand and have kept my cuticles looking hydrated and healthy these past couple weeks. They were especially helpful a couple weekends ago when Toronto experienced a cold snap with the temperatures feeling as low as -39 degrees celsius!<br />
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The Weleda Cuticle Softener Pen and Nail Care Pen can be purchased through the <a href="http://usa.weleda.com/">Weleda</a> website, <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=weleda+nail">Amazon</a> or <a href="http://www.well.ca/">well.ca</a> to list a few vendors.<br />
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amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-3814306617764081092016-02-12T08:54:00.000-08:002016-02-12T08:54:41.088-08:00wet n wild 1 Step Wonder Gel Polish Swatches - Part 2If you missed my first post where I swatched 7 out of the 18 shades from this collection, you can read my post <a href="http://ampolishes.blogspot.ca/2016/02/wet-n-wild-1-step-wonder-gel-polish.html">here</a>. The 1 step wonder gel collection is the newest line from wet <i>n </i>wild, here is a little info from the company:<br />
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<i><b>THE FORMULA</b></i> <br />
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<li><i>New 1 Step WonderGel™ was developed using the same technology that’s used in dental veneers for durability and shine.</i></li>
<li><i>This formula delivers the color and shine of a true UV cured gel polish, without the need for a special UV light.</i></li>
<li><i>It cures with the regular ambient light from overhead lighting or sunlight.</i></li>
<li><i>Because it is a true gel formula, the formula is light sensitive and requires an opaque bottle.</i></li>
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<u>Pardon My Peach</u><br />
A one coater creme beauty. Definitely true to its name this polish is a nice light peachy shade. I think this shade would look great in the summer!<br />
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<u>Coral Support</u><br />
I needed 2 coats for this pinky coral creme. This shade is the darker pinker sister of Pardon My Peach, another lovely shade for summer.<br />
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<u>Bye Feluschia</u><br />
2 thick coats were needed for full opacity of this metallic fuchsia. Just like All That Jazzy, a little more care is needed in the application of this polish because the brush strokes can be seen when dried.</div>
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<u>Lavender Outloud</u><br />
A greyish lavender creme that is universally flattering with all skin tones. 2 coats were needed for opacity.</div>
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From these 7 colours, my favourite were Coral Support and Lavender Outloud. Missing from my swatches are 4 colours (pinks and red) Pinky Swear, Missy in Pink, It's Sher-Bert Day! and Crime of Passion.<br />
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Overall I found there were some clear hits and misses in this collection. Some shades were great one coaters while some were patchy, sheer and thick coat were needed (I'm looking at you Power Outage).<br />
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Their newest like is the Zen Beauty Ritual, specialized for all types of frizz-prone hair, it helps with frizz control and promotes elasticity and smoothness.</div>
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I'm most excited about the hair mask which helps repair damaged hair in need of TLC and conditioning. The ends of my hair tend to feel more dry and requires a little more attention. I think this mask will help hydrate and add a healthy shine to my mane. <div><br></div><div>We received a press sample package of these products and will cover a more in depth review once we've had a chance to try out this products.</div><div><br></div><div>In the meantime, from my family to yours I like to wish you all a Happy Chinese New Year filled with happiness, health, luck and prosperity!</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><br></div><div>Annie<br>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Since then, Red Carpet Manicure has expanded its product lines to include nail lacquers, nail art kits and hand and nail treatments. Today's post will focus on a product from their hand and nail treatment line. More specifically, their Hydrating Cuticle Balm.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"<i>A professional salon strength cuticle balm that instantly nourishes and conditions rough, ragged cuticles - guaranteed. This exclusive micronized combination of essential nutrients, micronized botanicals and vitamins allow for natural smooth and healthy cuticles.</i>"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The box suggested using this cuticle balm either alone or in conjunction with Red Carpet Manicure's Youth Creme (a revitalizing hand, cuticle and nail cream) or Cuticle Elixir (a cuticle serum that deeply hydrates and conditions rough, ragged, sore cuticles and nails) which are both from Red Carpet Manicure nail treatment line.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I really liked the fact that the balm came in a small glass jar, it gave the product a high quality feel to it. The balm, which had a slightly citrusy scent to it, was quite soft and melted quickly when applied to the skin and left a very slight dewy feel. It didn't at all feel overly greasy or oily.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">One thing I didn't like about the balm was that I had it back in its packaging on its side and when I went to use it the next day there was oil on the lid and around the threads of the jar. Due to the low melting temperature of the balm and having the heat on at home it caused the oil to melt and seep out. This is not a cuticle balm I'd carry around in my purse, especially during the summertime. That being said, the balm would be more suited to be used at home or at the office to ensure it stays upright at all times.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Overall </b>I enjoyed using this cuticle balm as an overnight treatment, since the first ingredient (sunflower oil) has such a low melting temperature it didn't take much for the balm to melt into the skin. It didn't leave my fingers feeling overly greasy. It is more pricier (suggested retail price of $15) compared to other brands out there on the market but a little bit goes a long way. There is 15ml of product in the jar so this will definitely last a long time.Here is a picture of my cuticles after a full week use of the balm on a nightly basis:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Ingredient as listed on the box: Sunflower Oil, Palm Oil, Beeswax, Mineral Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Organic Avocado Oil, Organic Olive Oil, Mango Seed Butter, Vitamin C Palmitate, Fragrance, Shea Butter, Antioxidant, Vitamin E Acetate, Orange Peel Wax, Vitamin F, Yellow 5, Water, Blue, Citrol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamic Aldehyde, d-Limonene and Linalool </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Red Carpet Manicure is available at Ulta, Ulta.com or Redcarpetmanicure.com in the U.S.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">For us Canadians Red Carpet Manicure products are available at: Rexall, Pharmaplus, London Drug, Lawtons, Pharmasave, Nailpolishcanada.com, Well.ca and Theshoppingchannel.com</span><br />
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amphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12261969036982714557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1197768003643590697.post-80336651335383171262016-02-02T19:56:00.000-08:002016-02-10T17:38:24.276-08:00wet n wild 1 Step Wonder Gel Polish Swatches - Part 1Last week Mir and I had the amazing opportunity to attend <a href="http://www.wetnwetbeauty.com/">wet <i>n </i>wild</a> 2016 preview event. We got to test some new products coming out this spring and learn more about this cruelty free company. We had a load of fun and left with a bunch of products we are looking forward to reviewing.<br>
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I must admit I don't have too much experience with wet <i>n </i>wild beauty products, however I do own quite a few of their nail polishes. They're very modestly priced with a vast colour selection, my favourite line is their Mega Last polishes which offers creme polishes and more muted neutral tones. wet <i>n </i>wild's latest release is their 1 Step Wonder Gel Polish with 18 colourful shades to choose from. Here is some info on their site about this new line:<br>
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<u>Condensed Milk</u><br>
An off white creamy beige polish, it was slightly streaky so I had to use 3 coats for full opacity. I tend to gravitate towards these milky whites in the summer when I have a slight tan.<br>
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<u><br>Pale in Comparison</u><br>
The pink sister of condensed milk, off white with a hint of pink. This was streaky as well so I needed 3 careful coats for opacity. Again, I feel that this shade would look lovely against a summertime tan.<br>
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<u>Stay Classy</u><br>
A soft mauve creme. This shade had an awesome formula, only 1 thick coat was needed. One of my favs from the collection. Reminded me of Essie Ladylike or Demure Vixen<br>
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<u>All That Jazzy</u><br>
A silvery gold metallic polish, a little more care is needed with the application of this polish as the brush stroke can be seen when dried. 2 coats were needed for full opacity but you can get away with 1 coat for a softer gold. I liked this colour more than I thought I would!<br>
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<u>Pretty Peas</u><br>
A mint green that I feel leans more to a light <span style="color: #0000ee;">turquoise</span> depending on the lighting. Like most pastels, I needed 2-3 coats to fully cover the patchiness. The extra work is worth it because this colour is beautiful and perfect for spring/summer.<br>
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<u>Peri-Wink-Le of An Eye</u><br>
Another one coater! 1 thick coat of this periwinkle beauty was all I needed, very impressed with this one as well. A good dupe for this shade is China Glaze Secret Periwinkle.<br>
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<u>Cyantific Method </u><br>
2 coats were needed for this vibrant blue. A good dupe is OPI No Room For The Blues.<br>
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The standouts of mine from these 7 shades were Condensed Milk and All That Jazzy for their colour and Peri-Wink-Le of An Eye for the formula. None of the shades were totally unique from any other collections I've seen but there are good basics shades in this collection plus I found that the polishes dried very shiny and no top coat was needed.<br>
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I can't speak for the 2 week wearability claim these polishes have because I change my polish every couple of days, but I can however note that I was about to easily remove the polish with both acetone and acetone free and I am happy to add that none of the polishes stained my nails.<br>
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I usually don't like to post any pictures of myself but this selfie Mir and I snapped at the event was too cute not to share plus in case any of you were curious about what we look like, now you know ;)<br>
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to include so many interesting and unique scents like Elvira's Zombie,
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<i>"Demeter was conceived in the East Village of New York City in 1996 a
unique point of view about fragrance, a perspective that still remains
unique, but that continues to expand. The original mission was to
capture the beautiful smells of the garden and nature in wearable form.
Consistent with that mission we took the Demeter name, inspired by the
Greek Goddess of Agriculture. The first three Demeter fragrances, based
on that ideal, were Dirt, Grass and Tomato, and were sold in a few
stores in NYC."</i><br />
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The newest release from Demeter are kits with duo or trio cologne sprays that you can mix and blend to create your very custom scent.<br />
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"<i>Each TRIO contains three fragrances with a common theme, that can be combined or blended together in any proportion to create your own scent." </i><br />
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I received the FOOLPROOF BLENDING TRIO in the base note Vanilla, the kit contained:<br />
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<li>three 1oz Cologne Sprays (in the scents Gingerbread, Angel Food and Hawaiian Vanilla)</li>
<li>a bundle of paper blending strips for easy blend testing </li>
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All three scents have the base note of vanilla. Vanilla isn't my usual go to fragrance as I find the vanilla scents remind me of sweet food and I'm impartial to smelling like a cupcake. I'm more of a floral gal myself. But I was pleasantly surprised with how accurate these scents smelled.<br />
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<b>Gingerbread</b><br />
Base note of vanilla with a strong middle note of spice with a top note of creamy/edible. This scent reminded me of Christmas and smelled exactly like delicious gingerbread lattes. My second favourite from the kit.<br />
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Base note vanilla with a top note of creamy/edible. Your classic straight up vanilla scent. I did find it to have a slight alcohol scent to it when you first spray it but goes away after it settles.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Hawaiian Vanilla </b><br />
Base note of vanilla, a middle scent of light floral and a top note of fruit.<br />
I feel like this is how suntanning on a beach in Hawaii while enjoying some sort of pineapple cocktail would smell like. My favourite from the kit.<br />
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The test strips made it easy to play around and overlap the different scents. The blending can also be done directly on the skin.<br />
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The vanilla base note kit launched in October 2015. A new FOOLPROOF TRIO will launch online monthly. The trio kits are priced at $45 and are available nationwide and on the Demeter website.<br />
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<b>Jasmine</b><br />
This smelled sooo nice, just like jasmine flowers. It didn't have that artificial after smell that other jasmine essential oil based perfumes I've smelled had. The scent transports me to a springtime garden in full bloom. I can see myself using this scent on a daily basis. The staying power was amazing too. I sprayed this on my sweater before work and 7 hours later the scent still lingered, unchanged.<br />
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I thought this scent accurately like lavender but not too intense. Just like the jasmine scent, it had a great staying power and lingered, scent unchanged even after 7 hours at work.<br />
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The funnel and droppers really helped me control the amount of liquid going into the empty bottle which is great when you want to add a small hint of one scent. I was glad there were four droppers because I was a little rough and over zealous with the first one I used because it broke at the squeezy part on the top and I got perfume all over my fingers.<br />
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These DUO kits are $35 and are available nationwide and online. One
additional limited edition FOOLPROOF BLENDING DUO will launch on
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Here it is my customized scent, equal parts jasmine and lavender with splash of Hawaiian vanilla. My interpretation of how springtime bloom in Hawaii would smell like :P<br />
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I had loads of fun mixing my own custom scent and if you are a lover of perfumes and body sprays I think you would really enjoy these blending duo and trio kits. And what with Valentine's Day coming up, the gift of a beautiful scent would be a lovely gift idea.<br />
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I don't think I need another introduction to <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/">Born Pretty Store</a>, the online one stop shoppe for <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/Nail%20Art-c-268.html">nail art</a>. For today's post I have their <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/fruit-water-decals-mango-straberry-nail-stickers-p-21560.html">Lemon Water Decals</a> (item #21560) to share with you all.<br />
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As I've mentioned before, water decals are probably my favourite type of nail art. They're so forgiving and easy to apply, plus they're so detailed with the little dainty designs. I picked out these lemon water decals because I couldn't resist how small and cute they looked. They're originally $2.50USD but currently are marked down to $1.50USD which is a great deal considering how many decals there are on the sheet. Below is a the product image from the Born Pretty Store site and they've included some design ideas what you could use with the decals, some of the designs are really cute and I may have to recreate them in the future.<br />
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Here is what I created using the water decals.<br />
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Overall, I thought these decals were easy to use and a size. However if you're trying to cut out a specific design you would need some pretty fine scissors and a careful hand as they are placed quite close to each other.<br />
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And so goes another day. Can't believe we are already three weeks into 2016 feels like the older I get the faster time seems to fly by.</div>
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Over the past weekend I had the time to try out these <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/sheet-irregular-pattern-water-decals-gradient-color-nail-transfers-stickers-p-21457.html">geometric full nail water decals</a> (item #21457) from <a href="http://www.bornprettystore.com/">Born Pretty Store</a>. The water decals come in a rectangular sheet, I approximated the size if my nails (measured loosely) and trimmed them to size. I soaked the decals in water for about 30seconds and the backing easily came off when I rubbed the sheet between two fingers. Since I took the time to adjust the decals to size I didn't have to clean up around the cuticles. It does require a little prep work but worth it in the end.</div>
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These decals are usually priced at $1.92USD but is currently marked down to $1.15USD.<br />
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