Blanchette's Micellar Cleansing Water VS Bioderma's Sensibio H20 (review)

For those who don't know, Blanchette is a very affordable exclusive brand of the Kaufland stores. So in countries that there are Kaufland stores you can find most of the Blanchette products.

As I probably mentioned in previous posts I prefer removing my makeup with "water" cleansers and not with milk ones mostly because milk cleansers are usually greasy and the water ones are more suitable for sensitive skins and they USUALLY contain less chemicals.
My absolute FAVORITE water cleanser is of course the Sensibio H2O by Bioderma, but I always like to try other products that might be as good as my sensibio ones for a better price, why not ne?

A few words about this product, it's a clear solution that barely has any smell to it. It comes in a normal plastic bottle with a cap, not like we need any special bottle when it comes to cleansers. So no problem there. It cleans quite well the face makeup, you don't have to go through your face again and again to clean it, I'd say maximum 2-3 times and you are clean from foundation! Now for the hard part which is the stubborn mascaras and liners you do have to damp very well your cotton pad and let it a few seconds to make the removal easier but if you use a very stubborn gel liner it will take you a few minutes to clean it all off.

It didn't break me out, it didn't give me any rashes or anything like that and I do have a sensitive skin so it gets thumb up. It is extremely affordable since a 200mL bottle costs less than 2EU! How awesome?
In comparison with my 17EU Bioderma I'd say there is not a huge difference in quality to spend those 15euros in plus for it since it does the exact same job. The only difference is that the Sensibio one has no smell at all so it might be more suitable for those with ridiculously sensitive skin (but I doubt it since I have quite sensitive skin myself and I had no problems with the Blanchette).

I recommend this product. It has the whole package, it works well and it's cheap.
I grade it with 4.5
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Avon Luxe Lipstick Swatches

Helloooo! Long time no see, right? I just wanted to make a short post with swatches from Avon's Luxe lipsticks. We all know that Avon's lipsticks in general are amazing, pigmented and with a very nice texture but especially this line is AWESOME!

They are creamy, moisturizing and the name justifies them totally since they feel so luxurious! They come in a golden tube which is nice but the only small problem with shiny tubes like that is that they get all blurry from the fingerprints. I can't say that they have the best staying power but that makes total sense since they are very creamy and glossy. I totally RECOMMEND them!

1 - Nude Slip: My absolutely favorite shade from this line. As I mentioned in another post I don't like nude lipsticks because they make me look like a corpse but this is a very flattering nude color that is not grey or beige or brown or anything like that and it's in the list of my top 10 fave lipsticks.

2 - Lustering Nude: Also very flattering nude shade but this one has a shimmer in it and just a hint of pinky undertone maybe. My second favorite

3 - Rose Silk: Pinky to coral shade

4 - Polished Rose: Pink shimmery shade

5 - Provocative Pink: My third favorite from the line it's a soft glossy pink so pretty <3

6 - Pink Ruffles: Not sure why this has the word "pink" in it's name since its really a reddish color like a strawberry or watermelon red.

7 - Red Haute: It is a deep (not exactly wine) red.

8 - Glam Poppy: Orange shimmery color, not really my taste but still has a pretty texture.

9 - Stiletto Red: Pretty shimmery red color.

10 - Designer Red: Probably the best red color in the collection it is a true vibrant red that feels absolutely amazing on the lips.

Have you tried any of these lipsticks? Would you like me to take pictures of them on lips instead of my hand? Let me know!
I will start a point system from now on, like a grade from 0 to 5 to show my liking for the product I got this idea from my friend Usi's blogspot :)
So, the filled hearts will reprezent points and the blank hearts will just fill up till the five

So my grade for this product is a total 5 out of 5:
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Take care,
Heliana

Photo Credits:
1st photo through google from www.neseser.hr
2nd photo from my own personal portfolio.

Yves Rocher Organic Vanilla - Eau de toilette Review

Anyone that knows me is aware that I ADORE vanilla scent! It's one of my favorite scents in a perfume. It's hard thought to find a perfume that has a nice vanilla scent that is not fake or make you nauseous and it's not overpriced.

So in the mall there is a new Yves Rocher store and it has all kinds of perfumes, cremes, lotions etc and while I was taking a look I noticed the Vanilla eau de toilette. At first, when I read "organic" i thought it will be an expensive spray that doesn't last at all so I only tested it without buying. IT WAS AMAZING! It had the best scent of vanilla that I ever smelt, just the right amount of sweetness and it wasn't weak at all. I could still smell it untill the next day! So this had to be mine.

I really do not have to say a lot of stuff about this there are no cons, even it's price is amazing since the 100ml cost only around 10 euro!!!

If you are anything like, if you enjoy sweet perfumes and vanilla THIS IS THE PRODUCT FOR YOU.
I ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND IT! I will be buying it again and again.

Thank you, Yves Rocher for creating this product! Thumbs up!

Small Avon Haul ..... again!

Once more, I ordered some things from Avon and I thought you might like to see them :)

I got me some good old face cleanser, I usually buy the blemish clearing  (gone through my 3rd one) but now I ordered the pore penetrating one so I will let you know how I feel about it. I also got the blemish clearing moisturizer.

I usually have long nails but lately they tend to chip off and break so I got the "Nail Experts" therapy to for strength (I had used it before and it works nicely) and a lovely lime green color :)

My Seventeen face powder is close to it's end and since I read some very positive reviews I ordered the trend color face powders in "Translucent" and "Translucent Tan" for contouring, they are pretty similar colors so I can achieve a milder contouring.

Last but not least, I got a Trend Color lipstick (i have tried a few of them and I am very satisfied). I got the "Purple Roses" that came out in the campain of Valentine's day and it will soon be discontinued. It is a lovely pink - lilac color with just the right amount of glitter to be glamorous but also appropriate for daily use.

What product did you buy recently? Have you tried any of the ones I bought? Let me know! :)

Faves and Fails of May 2013

Hello everyone! I am sorry I don't post so often these days but I am close to my exam session so you understand I am somewhere between panicking and not having time to breath.

I started from last month this kind of post to let you know which products (new or older) I used this month and I enjoyed them and which ones I used and I got disappointed.

Let's start with the favorites. 

1. Avon LUXE lipstick in "Nude Slip"
This lipstick is the perfect nude color and this comes from a person that doesn't really like nude lips! I fell in love with it! It's not brown or beige or anything that will make you look dead it's the most flattering nude lipstick I ever saw. Not to mention that it has a great creamy texture and it keeps the lips hydrated. LOVE IT!

2.Avon's City Rush perfume: 
I already own this a few months but I use it very often so I had to mention it. It smells so good! It's a bit "loud" in the beginning but then it fades leaving a very sweet and elegant smell that lasts really long!

3. Farmec's Ultrarezistent nail polish in nr. 31
Such a pretty color it has the most beautiful colors of glitter together! Pink, purple and turquoise! Love it! I will buy it again and again.

Products I am not yet sure how i feel about:
1. Bioderma's Sensibio AR Compact with spf30:
I used before bioderma products included sunscreens and I loved them but I am not entirely sure about this. I think it gives me an orangey tone so I have to wear on top powder etc but other than that it doesn't feel bad on the skin. I notice some breakouts while I used it but I don't think it's from the product. I have to keep using it (i don't have the chance to use it daily because the weather sucks, it's cloudy and rainy). But I will do a review when I have a complete opinion about it.

2. Avon Solutions Beautiful Hydration Day, Night and Eye Cream.
I had used the Solutions Perfect Balance before and it was lovely but since I get dry patches on my cheeks I wanted to try a different and more hydrating cream. On my cheeks the effect is beautiful, i don't feel my skin "stretching" and burning or anything so for my very dry areas is amazing but my T-zone and chin are more oily so that area gets a bit greasy after the cream. I am thinking of using 2 different creams one for my dry areas and one for the oily ones. I guess it's not a total favorite but it does a great job.

Fails:
1. Aussie 3 min miracle
As I said in the review I have about it (read here) I have no idea why this product is called "miracle" as it's not even good as a generic conditioner, it definitely doesn't feel better on the hair, heck it doesn't even help at detangling. The only good thing about it is that gorgeous bubblegum smell but that's it. This products gets a D minus!

That's all for now! Let me know if you tried any of these products or any other products that you enjoyed this month or you regret buying. :) I think one of these days I will do an "Empties" post because I liked that idea.

XO, Heliana

Avon Ultra Color Rich Lipstick Swatches and a few words.

As most of the Avon lipsticks, the lipstick of this line are very creamy and they glide easily on the lips. They don't have the greatest staying power ever but they sure look great on the lips.
Here are the swatches with flash and without:

From left to right: Latte, Cappuccino, Carnation Cream, Country Rose, Iced Coffee, Instant Mocha, Sparkling Warm Rose, Sparkling Blush and Frostiest Mauve. 

All of them except the Sparkling Warm Rose (3rd from the right) are very rich in color in-deed, this one, I had to apply it a few times so it can show but it's still a gorgeous color.

My favorites are Frostiest Mauve, Sparkling Warm Rose and Carnation Cream. I also love the Pout Cream from this line but I have to buy it again cause it's gone, hihi. 

I absolutely love and recommend these lipsticks, you cannot go wrong with an Avon lipstick.

Do you own any of these lipsticks? What's your opinion about them?

Heliana. 

PS: I had to moderate the comments because I get daily spam messages so sorry about that :) 

Signs that you need a hair trim!

I just trimmed my hair and I really really wanted to make a video about it but between the messed up house (student in exam session, you know what I mean) and my cat jumping around I couldn't make it but hopefully in a month or so (that my next trim will take place) I will record it and upload it.

I personally trim my hair every month or so and I have to point out that if you ever heard that trimming your hair often will never let your hair grow long it's a totaly myth. I started trimming my hair about a year ago and my hair from shoulder length is almost reaching my waist.

Why trim your hair? To get rid of the split and damaged ends that will cause breakage later to your hair, to refresh your haircut to make bland stronger end to your hair that will prevent it from breaking.

When you hear someone say "my hair simply doesn't grow so I won't get a haircut" you should know that its wrong. In most of the cases someones hair doesn't seem to grow because their hair keeps breaking off so it stays shorter, taking care of your hair and cutting the damage off regularly will lead to strong and healthy beautiful hair.

When to trim your hair? Simple signs that indicate your hair needs refreshing:
- Split ends. Many girls keep their long hair because they don't wanna get it cut to look all luscious and sexy but guess what, long hair full of split ends is far from beautiful and sexy.
- If you use heat styling often. It causes damage to our hair and that damage needs to be cut away.
- If you dye your whole hair often (monthly or more often) with a dye that needs developer or bleach.
- If your ends are tangled all the time.
- If you wear your hair down often, the hair rubs on the clothes and it gets (not serious) but some damage.
- If you don't use any type of treatments. Coconut oil is the best thing you can use to lock moisture in your hair cuticles. Especially curly hair that the natural oils of your scalp never reach it needs some sort of moisture. You can also use argan oil or even normal virgin olive oil and now and them some hair mask.
- If you don't use conditioner.
- If the end of your hairs (hairs not hair) is significally thinner than the roots - also known as feathering.

As I mentioned in a previous post you should trim your hair every 4 to 6 weeks especially if you dye it and heat style it a lot but if you keep it completely virgin and not heat style it you can get away with it with 2-3 times per year.

That's all for now, take care of yourselves and your hair ;)

XO, Heliana