Formula 10.0.6 Seriously Shine Free Moisturizer Review

About two weeks ago, I started running low on my Olay moisturizer so I went to CVS to get a new one. I wasn't a huge fan of the Olay moisturizer I'd been using, but I'm a firm believer in using up products I have whether or not I like the product. Of course, if there's some sort of allergic reaction or other serious offense, I'd stop using that product.

        So while at CVS, I was browsing the aisles looking for an inexpensive moisturizer, and I ended up grabbing this moisturizer by the brand Formula 10.0.6, which I'd never tried before. The main reason I grabbed this moisturizer? Honestly? There was a bright orange clearance sticker label on the price label! I bought the moisturizer for $2.99, but I know it's a bit more expensive than that now. But anyways, long story short, it's my favorite moisturizer ever now! The actual moisturizer is lightweight, and the only downside to it, to me anyways, is that the moisturizer is a bit liquid-y so beware if you're using this to open it right side up or you'll get a downpour of moisturizer on your hand.

        This moisturizer, while some people get shine-free skin all day, doesn't work quite that well in the shine-free department. That might make you wonder why it's my favorite moisturizer then since it doesn't do what it claims to do. I can't really explain other than I love this moisturizer, and it works so well on my skin. It's light so I can easily layer it under my Olay BB Fresh Effects BB Cream (look at me with another Olay product. Oi). Also, my skin is so problematic that I doubt there are any moisturizers that could totally mattify my face though that would be quite wondrous if there were! If you can recommend any, definitely let me know!

Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+ Dust It Review

As some of you may know, I've been a member of Influenster since earlier this year, and I qualified for their Spring Vox Box. (For a more detailed description of what Influenster is, see my Palmolive review)  I just got my Vox Box in the mail today, and I was super excited to see what it contained! One of the items, which I'm reviewing in this post, was the Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+ Dust It hair product. The Dust It is "a multi purpose mattifying powder that adds incredible root lift, texture, and control. Perfect for creating thicker, fuller-looking hair." As someone with rather limp hair, I was anxious to try this product out since I'm always looking for a good product to help boost my hair volume.

        In the last couple of years, dry shampoos have made a great debut, and beauty gurus from all over are always recommending them and using them to great advantage. I have yet to try one myself, but this Dust It is supposed to work partly as a dry shampoo! Let's see if it really works as one.
        First off, the benefits. These benefits, as provided by the company include:

• Incredible root lift

• Light-weight powder to texturize

• Soft matte effect

• Control & separation

• Long lasting hold & texture

• Versatile control effect: the more you apply the more control you get

I'm not one to be easily swayed by what a brand puts out as benefits, since how often is a brand truly sincere about their product? After reading a few reviews on the Influenster site of this product (Read reviews here), I was even more skeptical about trying it, but there were quite a few good reviews so I figured, might as well have a go!
   

A Myriad of Lipsticks

It's spring time finally though where I'm at, it feels more like summer. It's been at least 68 degrees (Fahrenheit obviously) every day, and I'm loving it! Unfortunately for me, though, I have terrible seasonal allergies so I'm stuck inside. The most terrible thing about seasonal allergies is that I cannot wear much makeup: zero eye makeup. But, however, it's not so bad because I can still wear lipsticks! So I'm going to review a few favorites of mine.

These are all the lipsticks I'll be reviewing. Hopefully the pictures are not super blurry.

DSW Rewards Program Review

So, another rewards program that I've been loving is the one offered by DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse! I signed up about two months ago now, and just for signing up I received a $5 certificate in the mail! Having also signed up for e-mail updates with the rewards program, I received a $10 certificate as well, which I used to buy a very pretty pair of heels for Easter.
        The program is one of the simplest to join. All you have to do is enter your basic information and you're in! After you sign up, you can either have a DSW Rewards card mailed to you or you can get it on your smartphone or you can have it looked up by phone number. I chose to have it mailed, because who doesn't feel fashionable pulling out a rewards card while shopping?
         How it works: you either get 5 or 10 points for every dollar spent. Every regularly priced purchase gets you 10 points per dollar while every clearance-priced item gets you 5 points per dollar. Rewards members get double points twice a year giving you either 10 or 20 points per dollar during the double points period, and for every 1,500 points you earn, you'll receive a $10 certificate! Also, on your birthday you get a $5 certificate! If you are a Premier Status rewards member, you'll get a $10 certificate, and all rewards members get free shipping on their online purchases of $35 or more, which could save you at least $6-$7 with no shipping.
        Premier Status members get 50% more points, triple points twice a year instead of just double points, and free next-day shipping! That just can't be beat! To reach Premier Status, you have to get at least 6,000 points in one consecutive year (January 1-December 31). That means you've got to spend around $600 to reach Premier Status, but the points sure do add up because you receive points for every purchase, not just on shoes!
        I'm already loving this program, and I've only been a member for two months! I would definitely consider this program one of the best I've seen so far for a retailer, and I must say, I'll be shopping much more often at DSW in the future!

One by One Volum Express Maybelline Mascara Review

So, besides being obsessed with Bath & Body Works (as mentioned in my last post), I'm also obsessed with in love with this mascara by Maybelline. This mascara glides on so smoothly, and it literally coats every single lash without clumping up! I even put on numerous coats just to see how long it would take to clump. Get this, it didn't! This amazingly wonderful mascara never clumped for me at all! It's featured here in black, which I use since my lashes are already dark, and this one tube lasted me quite some time.
        Beyond that, the mascara isn't super expensive for the quality at the $5.94 a tube. Plus, if you use your mailer coupons, you can usually get at least a dollar off. Now, I'm a cheapie so getting a really great mascara for pretty cheap is the best.


To buy: One by One Volum Express Maybelline Mascara

Bath & Body Works Berry Flirt Body Spray Review

So here's the thing...I'm just slightly obsessed with Bath & Body Works. Okay, maybe a little more than slightly, but that's beside the point. I love the feeling I get when I walk into the store, the scents surrounding me like a welcoming hug. I always spray myself with those "Try-Me" bottles, and I usually never leave without having bought something. Maybe that makes me a bit of a shopaholic...
        Anyways, that's not the point. The point is a review. This spray shown in the picture at right, is my favorite new scent of theirs. It's called Berry Flirt, and it comes in the travel size 3 oz. (shown), the full-size 8 oz, shower gel, body lotion, body wash, triple moisture body cream, shimmer mist, and even lip gloss! What more could you possibly want?
        Berry Flirt is, obviously, a very berry scent with Sparkling Plum blossom, Red berries, Crispy Apple, and Iced Petals as top notes. The mid notes are Peach Blossom, Candy Violet, and Camellia. The dry notes are Vanilla Bean, Velvet Musk, and blonde Woods. There is a bit of a lingering raspberry scent mixed in as well.
        As always, Bath & Body Work's has made a great product with a long-wear scent. I spray it on in the morning before school, and I'm still smelling fruity when I'm getting ready for bed at night. The spray is light and not as strong as many other scents making it a perfect day-wear scent. Just what I like.

To buy go here: Bath & Body Work Berry Flirt Collection