Amanda Weidensjö

 Product Summary: Powers your skin to naturally produce collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. Deeply nourishing and hydrating for a visible lift on the eye area. Ideal to combat the look of wrinkles and fine lines, hyperpigmentation and puffiness around the eyes. Cost: $98 for 15 ml/0.5 Oz.  I first received this product in a Ipsy bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 30$ Canadian.  ***Cruelty free** I am beyond shocked just how much this eye cream costs. Especially, since it didn't improve my skin all that much. I will say it was extremely hydrating but for the same exact results you can save yourself the money and buy a ton of cheaper alternatives.  The older I am getting the more I make a habit to prioritize skincare, especially, around the eyes. The skin around the eye area overtime tend to thin and of course that is typically where wrinkles start forming. One thing I love about subscription ...

 Product Summary: A high performing liquid foundation that helps you face anything. Studio skin evens skin tone and never settles into pores and lines. It won't cause breakouts while controlling oil and shine. It's also transfer-resistant, sweat and humidity resistant. I have the shade: 0.3. Cost: $43 I first received this product in a Ipsy bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 30$ Canadian.  *Cruelty free* I typically don't wear foundation and I still don't wear full coverage base makeup. I tend to spot conceal when I have redness and cover my under eyes. I do want to emphasize when it comes to wearing base makeup and applying many layers that having a good skincare routine is key and never forget moisturizer! I have made that mistake many times so please don't make the same me. Without a healthy base then the foundation and any additional layers won't appear and blend well into the skin.  T...

I have received quite a few nail polishes in my Ipsy glam bag (subscription service) over the years and many of them are just sitting, not being used. To be fair, I haven't bought nail polishes other than top coats in yearsssss but I have bought press-on's and nail dip powders in between my nail polish purchases to see if I would have a easier time maintaining my nails and manicures.  Clearly, I'm taking a break from those and am trying to use what I have, especially, what is old and unfortunately, most of my nail polishes are old. The month of August has been a crazy and eventful one for me. I've had to attend a few weddings and important dinners so my priority was a nail polish that would look sleek and presentable while also complimenting my outfits.  The nail polish I used for this month was House of Makeup nail polish in flat white-20 which I did receive in a Ipsy bag. I looked up House of Makeup  and I wasn't able to find any nail polishes on their website. Lo...

 Product Summary: Glow forever in these highlighters created with powerful pearl pigments that are pressed from liquid to baked. The luminosity from the pearls in the formula provide an unparalleled shine and pigment payoff that melts into the skin without looking cakey or powdery. Cost: $35 per highlighter. I have Star Island (a warm ivory), Covent Garden in collab with Talia Mar (a champagne rose), and Moondance in collab with Madison Miller (a pearl highlight with champagne undertones) I first received this product in a Ipsy bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 30$ Canadian.  Click here to check them out.  ***Cruelty free*** I don't have many items from Ofra but their highlighters have been something that I was very much excited to try, especially, since their highlighters are always highly rated in the beauty community and after trying these ones I can see why. I definitely have a huge love for hi...

Back at the beginning of February I posted about actively and consciously taking the no buy makeup challenge very seriously. Here we are at the end of June and I kinda, sorta failed the challenge? As it is no surprise to everyone I have an Ipsy glam bag subscription and have had it for many years but for the past year or so I have been putting it on pause because I just have too many products. Too much makeup, too much skincare and too much haircare so I figured pausing it would be better than canceling it.  A couple months ago I got an email stating that they attempted to process a payment (I clearly forgot to pause a month), however, the payment they had on file was old and needed to be updated. Not sure how but they eventually were able to process a payment without me updating the card on file. Now we have Ipsy June glam bag! I'm happy at least that most of these products are skincare based which is a preference for me. The older I get the less I care for makeup and have focused...

 Product Summary: This ultra-emollient formula leaves dry, peeling lips with a velvety texture in an instant. Infused with skin conditioning ingredients, the natural and vegan formula boosts skin with restorative plant peptides, oils, and extracts. Using wintered red algae, skin barrier function is restored to repair and hydrate on the surface as well as deep down. Cost: Around $20.  ***Cruelty free*** I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click here to check them out.  The weather is getting colder and harsher which I thought would be the perfect time to review this product. I haven't been using it for very long but it seems that the product might turn quickly if it's exposed to air/ bacteria? I'm not quite sure what happened but I used it one day and left it alone for a  few days. When I went back to use it the inside of the cap was fil...

 Product Summary: This fast absorbing formula works on all skin tones to brighten under and around the eye to reduce dark circles. Using linoleic acid and botanical extracts, bright eyes helps repair the delicate eye area skins moisture barrier and prevent puffiness while gently erasing the look of fine lines in as little as 4 weeks. Cost: Around $70. ***not cruelty free*** I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out.   I am a overtime queen and am constantly working. Unfortunately, that can lead to me being tired and having some unattractive under eyes. I was using this eye cream for a few months and it surprisingly worked really well. I'm still shocked that I can see such a noticeable difference to my under eyes.  I've noticed that the under eye area is not as sunken in, it makes me look refreshed and awake. I ha...

 Product Summary: This ultra fine exfoliant with grape seed, soy, pomegranate and willow bark. It gently removes dead skin cells, helps keep skin clear and radiant. Plus it hydrates and improves skin tone. Cost: $60 ***Cruelty Free*** I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out.   I love using s scrub, especially, during the summer months where my skin tends to get quite oily and sweat more than normal. I don't tend to spend many hours outside during the summer but when I do I need a good scrub to help me rid of the accumulation of sweat and grim on my face. Seems simple enough? Apparently, not. And don't let the price tag fool you, expensive does not mean better quality.  I am beyond disappointed in this product! It does nothing for my skin. It's so 'gentle' that it doesn't exfoliate anything off my face. And...

 Product Summary: An all-over moisturizer that provides instant relief and long term hydration for dry, distressed skin and eczema. First aid beauty's ultra repair cream whipped texture is instantly absorbed with no greasy after feel. Cost: around $50 Varies per size  I ended up receiving this cream in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out.   ***Cruelty free*** I'm picky when it comes to skincare so I like to take my time when it comes to reviewing skincare items. I've reviewed first aid beauty in the past and it has done well on my skin. This product was no exception. I thoroughly believe in keeping my face and neck as moisturized as possible to reduce age + wear and tear. I don't tend to wear face makeup so a good moisturizer is my pick me up for good skin.  This has been one of the best moisturizers that I have tried in a long while. ...

 Product Summary: Contains rich amino acids that strengthen the hair preventing split ends with UV and heat protection. Designed to be used before blow drying and styling. This specially designed serum coats the hair with nutrients and keratin to lock in moisture. This product is lightweight and leaves the hair bouncy and shiny. Cost: $30  I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out.   ***Cruelty free*** I tend to style my hair every other day, add in working out 5 times a week and my needs all the help it can get. Lately the ends have been very dry and it has been getting quite frizzy. This product has been such an amazing surprise! I never expected for it to work as well as it did. It brings life back to my hair when it looks a little worse for wear. If I sweat too much or or If I get major bed head my hair will ...

 Product Summary: A botanically-infused and fiber filled formula, this mascara will give your lashes instant energy thanks to caffeine and biotin. Lifting the sleepiest of lashes and conditioning with arginine, this black mascara gives perkier volume, curl and care all day.  How to use: The curved brush will hug all the way around your lash line. To enhance the lifting effect, carefully rotate the brush backwards on itself when you reach the tips of your lashes to encourage curl. Cost:$19 I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out.   ***Cruelty free*** I don't know what it is about this mascara or if it's a specific ingredient but every time I apply it, my eyes water like crazy. At first, I thought it was allergies but my eyes shouldn't be watering for 8+ hours a day. I realized it was the mascara the culprit when...

 Product Summary: A premium sheet mask set packed with peach extract, mangosteen extract and sea water to create the glowiest glow you need on your face. Costs: $7 How to use: Apply sheet mask after applying toner. Leave the sheet mask on for 10-20 minutes. After, removing tap the remaining essence on your face for your skin to absorb.  ***Not Cruelty free*** I ended up receiving these face masks in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out. Lately, my skin has been beyond dry which has resulted in my skin looking extremely patchy and has become flaky. It especially, looks flaky when I wear face makeup like concealer, foundation and any type of powder. And no matter how much moisturizer I use underneath my makeup my skin still is flaky and overall doesn't look good. The dryness is mostly concentrated in my t-zone; forehead, around the nose and chin. I...

 Product Summary: This luminous collagen eye cream delivers vital nutrients to the eye area, gently moisturizing and instantly brightening the dry, uneven, tired-looking skin. Perfect for use under eye makeup, it contains highly effective natural ingredients that provide essential daily hydration and protection.                  Cost: the website only has it in South Korean Won. Converting it to Canadian Dollars it comes up to $63 for just 8ml.  I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out. ***Not Cruelty Free*** If you have been following my blog then you've noticed that I have been dealing with dark under eyes for a long time. Honestly, I feel like I have had dark under eyes since before I can remember. I have been using this product consistently either under my makeup or I ...

Product Summary: Whether you want to warm your face, add a subtle flush of colour, or both, these shimmery shades in this blush/bronzer duo will get the job done. The blendable, buildable shades flatter all skin tones. It's infused with coconut, which makes application ultra-smooth (and 100% non-streaky) Costs around $10-15. I ended up receiving this product in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click here to check them out. ***Cruelty free ❤*** As I'm sure you guys have noticed, I'm a very pale girl and without the help of blush and bronzer I would look like a ghost. That's how pale I am. I look like a sick person if I don't add any colour to my face. While it does say it's a duo blush but for me and my complexion it ends up working out as a bronzer and blush duo. I use beaming as a bronzer to warm up my face. I use it along my cheekbones and temple area. I then...

 Product Summary: Developed with plastic surgeons, this award-winning anti-aging concealer is highly pigmented, never creases or cracks, and truly covers everything! It effectively conceals the look of skin imperfections including dark circles, bags, redness, hyperpigmentation, broken capillaries, age spots and discoloration. Costs $36. I have two shades, I have light and light fair.  I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out. ***Cruelty free ❤*** With its claim of covering everything and never creasing definitely intrigued me. Covering my under eyes has been a constant battle over the past several years. I tried several different ways of applying the concealer; with my fingers, concealer brush and a beauty sponge. With a concealer brush and fingers a little goes a long way. Especially, with how thick it is, you can g...

Product Summary: A water-based serum that gives skin its daily dose of moisture for soft, smooth, youthful-looking skin. Formulated with skin renewing ingredients like hyaluronic acid, collagen and peptides, this serum helps hydrate and improve the overall appearance of skin. Its lightweight gel texture locks in moisture for a healthy, youthful looking complexion. Costs $38.  I ended up receiving this item in a Ipsy glam bag which is a monthly beauty subscription service where you get 5 items from sample to full size for around 20$ Canadian. Click  here to check them out. ***Cruelty Free ❤*** My skin changes with the seasons. During summer, I have very oily skin where I need to use cleansers that help maintain and control oil production and shine. However, during winter I am the complete opposite. My skin becomes extremely dry tot he point where it flakes in certain areas. Fortunately, I only have dry skin in my t-zone; middle of my forehead, between my brows, around the nose ...

Product Summary: The tone up primer essential glow infuses these super-powered skin-loving ingredients to help smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, minimize the appearance of pores, even skin texture and keep skin looking flawless. The satin-sheen and lightweight formula creates an invisible skin perfecting finish. Worn alone or under makeup, no one will know you are wearing it, your skin will thank you later. Got this item in an Ipsy Bag. Ipsy is a beauty subscription service. For more info  on Ipsy please click here.  Full size product is 35$ and deluxe travel size which I have is 15$  ***Not cruelty-free👎👎*** During the morning when I'm getting ready if I see my skin needs a pick me up then I gravitate to this product to even out my skin tone. I wouldn't call this a primer but more of a CC cream. For a "primer", it is super pigmented just like a BB/CC cream. It blends into the skin really well leaving a nice glowy complexion as seen from the pict...

Product summary: A superb, nourishing, dual action cream for both lips and eyes. It reduces the appearance of puffiness and dark circles. While also reducing the appearance of fine lines. Plus it hydrates dry lips. The cream is infused with shea butter, bilberry, evening primrose, rosehip and frankincense to keep the eye and lip area plump and moist. This small item with 10 ml of product is priced at $48.  ***Did not find anything on their website about it being cruelty free and there was no symbol on the package that it was cruelty free. I'm counting this as not cruelty free 👎*** I used this cream for a couple of months to see if there would be a noticeable difference and if the effects are long lasting. As seen in the photos, there was an improvement regarding my dark circles but nothing extreme. The most noticeable difference was that my fine lines were less harsh. They did seem softer and at least those were reduced because there ain't no bigger pain in applying...

What happens when you live a hectic life, starting University and moving? You end up posting first impressions really late! I solemnly swear that I will do my best to hurry up with these first impressions.  +ipsy   is a beauty subscription service that for $10 or $20 for us Canadians a month you will receive 4-5 beauty products ranging from sample to full sizes. This is beneficial to those who want to try out different and new beauty products that you otherwise wouldn't necessarily have been able to find in drugstores. Plus the value of the the whole glam bag (all the products) you receive are higher than the $10 or $20 that you would pay. For more information on Ipsy you can click here. For this month the theme is Hot Summer Nights.  1- Elizabeth Mott:   Show Me Your Cheeks Blush in Peach Pink. This universally flattering and foolproof shade leaves an iridescent finish with subtle sparkle. This long-lasting blush builds a glow that goes fr...

Boom I'm catching up! Now if all of you do not know  Ipsy  is a beauty subscription service that for $10 or $20 for us Canadians a month you will receive 4-5 beauty products ranging from sample to full sizes. This is beneficial to those who want to try out different and new beauty products that otherwise wouldn't necessarily have been able to find in drugstores. Plus the value of the products you receive are higher than the $10 or $20 that you would pay. For this month's glam bag the theme is Hello, Spring! Truthfully, it`s not very original but I`ll take it. I do like that the theme matches with the bag and the items in the bag. Well most of them anyway. Now for the impressions of the items. 1- NYX Cosmetics : Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick in Pink Lust. This liquid lipstick is meant to glide on smooth, sets into a striking matte finish, is waterproof and be long-lasting. Retails for $10. Just by looking at the swatch I can say it is extremely pigmented and cream...