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Olay | Pore Minimizing Cleanser + Scrub (Thoughts)

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 Product Summary: 2-in-1 cleanser deep cleans and exfoliates to help minimize the appearance of pores. The deep cleansing ribbons sweep away dirt and impurities, and the exfoliating microbead ribbons refine the appearance of pores. Costs around 10-13$ ***Not Cruelty Free👎*** The first thing I have to say is that I did not put this crap on my face. The microbeads or ribbons as they try to sell it is extremely terrible for the skin and the environment. Microbeads are tiny little pieces of plastic that can create micro tears in your skin.. And bacteria can enter these micro tears, leading to acne, infections and even wrinkles. The total opposite to what this cleanser should be doing.  As well, microbeads will wind up in our oceans, and our precious ocean-life will end up consuming the plastic and turns said ocean-life toxic.And in consequence we end up consuming plastic. Please, never purchase anything with microbeads. The ingredient name in this product that is the microbead is...

Tarte | Tarteist Creamy Matte Lip Paint in Birthday Suit (Review)

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 Product summary: A full coverage, vegan liquid lipstick with a light, velvet texture and a vibrant, non-drying matte finish. Provides a bold, matte look with a weightless, whipped texture and super concentrated, non-drying mineral pigments. The long wear formula glides on without settling into fine lines, while the tarteist paint brush wand provides easy, single-swiped applications.  Full size product costs around 27$ ***Cruelty free ❤*** The color is a lot darker compared to how it appears in the tube but it's still a nice nude lip color. My issue with it is the way it settles and sits on the lips. It's very creamy when it is applied but it dries out rather quickly and leaves a weird feeling on the lips. And it wears out  quickly all by itself. I could leave my lips all alone, not drinking anything and it'll wear off. I don't know where it goes but it just disappears. You can re-apply as often without any weird clumping but it doesn't feel comfortable on the lips....

Rimmel London | Stay Matte Primer (Review)

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Product Summary: Stay matte primer can be worn as a matte, silky base before applying your foundation or on top of your makeup. Ultra lightweight formula that minimizes the appearance of pores.  Controls shine for up to 8 hours creating a soft, perfectly matte complexion.  Won't feel heavy or greasy The must have to keep you looking effortlessly chic without clogging pores. Cost around $6.99. I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 4-5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. You can  click here to check out Ipsy. ***Not Cruelty-Free 👎👎*** Summer time= hell for Amanda. I love the colder seasons over the warmer ones because during summer I feel like I'm suffocating in the heat. And during the summer my face produces much more oil than it normally does during fall/winter. I prefer to keep the amount of makeup on my face to a minimum so I first apply this primer to my face. A little does ...

Elphame's Choice (Partholon #4) By: P.C. Cast (Book Review)

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 (There will be spoilers in this review) Summary: Though most girls believe they are different, Elphame knows she is. Odd. Strange. Unique. No one in Partholon has her abilities or her connection to their goddess. And she has a destiny she is about to discover... A restlessness has infused her, leading her to the other side of her country. There, the remnants of an evil war still linger. Will Elphame be able to redeem bother her country and her soul mate, a survivor of that war? The choice she makes now may bring disaster or a future in which she may never again be alone.  The first thing out of my mouth when I finished this book was "Is that it?" I expected so much more from Cast. There were many inconsistencies in the story, it dragged on and the only development we really had was in the last 50 pages. How the fuck does that even happen? Besides, from poor writing.  The inconsistencies were so infuriating for me. Lochlan's heritage being the main culprit. Lochlan's ...

Cake Beauty | Delectable Lemon & Cream Ultra Nourishing Hand Cream (Review)

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 Product Summary: Packed full of goodness this ultra-nourishing hand cream is enriched with shea butter, coconut oil and aloe vera to smooth, nourish and rejuvenate hands and cuticles. Rich and never greasy, this beautiful blend leaves your hands super smooth, superbly soft, and perfectly pretty. Costs around 10$. How to: Massage into hands focusing on cuticles and dry spots. Re-apply as often as you like.  Side note: It's really cool that they're a Canadian company. As a Canadian blogger, I hope to be able to feature more Canadian companies on my blog. I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 4-5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. You can  click here to check out Ipsy. ***Cruelty-free ❤👍*** I tend to have really dry hands, especially, in the knuckle area because I wash my hands very often. And since Covid-19 hit, I've tripled the amount of times I wash my hands. My hands have neve...

Freeman Beauty | Feeling Beautiful Facial Clay Mask Avocado & Oatmeal (Review)

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 Product Summary: Made with natural, botanical  ingredients, Freeman feeling beautiful is a full range of skin and body care products to help you look and feel your best. This rich clay mask, with added oatmeal and vitamin E, draws out excess oils and dirt, purging clogged pores, leaving your skin clean and soft. Costs around 8$ for a full sized bottle or a one time use sample as seen in the picture down below costs around 2.50$. To use: Apply mask to face and neck, avoiding contact with eyes. Let dry and rinse with warm water.  ***Cruelty-Free 👍❤***    During Covid-19, the bane of my existence has been wearing a mask and with that comes 'maskcne' aka acne caused by wearing a mask. I normally have clear skin but I've been struck with 'maskcne'.  After only one use of this clay mask, it has completely cleared my 'maskcne' and purged my pores! I had pimples all over my lower chin and underneath my nose. It is really impressive how after only one use my pimpl...