Category Archives: Reviews

Pocket-Sized Pretty: Fekkai Shea Butter Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner


With “moisturizing” in the name, I thought it would a good idea to finally test out this sample. See, I just came back from Virginia Beach and oddly enough, the short time spent in the pool, coupled with the few … Continue reading

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Review: Ben Nye Final Seal


I bought this thing after searching high and low online for a good price with decent shipping costs. After waiting couple of extra days because it was on back order, I got this semi-transparent blue liquid. The sealer is meant … Continue reading

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Quickie Review: Bliss Poetic Waxing Kit


I tried this at-home hair removal kit after reading another blog’s review (go figure). As a novice, the instructions seemed simple enough: heat in microwave at 30-second intervals, clean area to be waxed, apply pre-/post- wax oil, dab excess, apply … Continue reading

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Review: Tea and Honey Blends Tea Tree Conditioner


Have you heard? Let me put you on to Tea and Honey Blends, a natural product line created by Dr. Tiffani Bailey Lash and Dr. Tashni Dubroy. These ladies shared a common vision to create a product line that would … Continue reading

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Boscia Clear Complexion Kit Review


Boscia is back with a second appearance on the blog. I visited Sephora and an associate assisted me in selecting a new skincare regimen. I walked out of the door with some samples and Boscia Clear Complexion kit ($48). Here’s … Continue reading

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Silicon Mix Proteina De Perla


I’ve been following hair forums and hair-related blogs since around 2004. One of the recent big discussions has been ceramides for hair (I hear it’s also really good for skin). Blogger Joi shared a list of dominican conditioners containing ceramides … Continue reading

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Burts Bees Milk & Honey Body Lotion


It smells good and it feels good. That’s all there is to it and yes, you need it. I didn’t even remember requesting this freebie but it was a pleasant surprise in my mailbox. In addition to coconut and grape … Continue reading

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Pocket-Sized Pretty: Nivea Express Hydration


Pocket-Sized Pretty is a series of posts dedicated to samples. Whether is was a deluxe sample or a regular sample packet, this is where you will find my first impressions of products. Posts will be brief and the goal is … Continue reading

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Garnier Nutritioniste Moisture Rescue


CVS was having a sale on Garnier products a few weeks ago and with my extra bucks coupon, I pretty much grabbed this for free. It’s a lightweight lotion offering SPF 15. What I like about it is that it … Continue reading

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L’Occitane Shower Celebration Set Review


L’Occitane has a range of body washes to choose from so I was glad to come across Shower Celebration, which features 3 favorites. The set contains 3- 2.5 oz. bottles of their best-selling products: Shea Ultra Rich Shower Cream, Fleur … Continue reading

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