Carolina Rauch Age: 29 Location: Annapolis Favorite brands: Urban Decay; IT Cosmetics; Caudalie Desert island item: IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream Booster Serum with Hyaluronic Acid by Novexpert, $57/1 fl. oz.For more information, visit http://www.novexpert-lab.fr/en/catalogue/produit/booster-serum-with-hyaluronic-acid.53.html What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Consistency, or formulation; Packaging. Comments: This is one of the best facial serums I have used. It goes on very smooth and doesn't leave your face with a greasy feeling. It comes with a convenient dropper and you only need about 6 drops to cover your entire face. This product exceeded my expectations. Comments: I followed instructions for this product: Faithfully, or to the letter. Comments: I have been using it right after I wash my face and before applying moisturizer. It helps to create a better canvas for your makeup. If I was making this product, I would change its: Nothing. Comments: I would recommend this product to a friend: Enthusiastically. Comments: Hyaluronic acid is one of the key ingredients to keep your skin looking healthy and smooth. If you are in the market for a lightweight serum that helps you achieve better skin, try this one! I am _________ this product: Running right out to the store to buy. Comments: Anything else you would like to add? BROWFOOD Tinted Brow Enhancing GelFix by LashFood, $24/0.27 fl. oz.
For more information, visit https://lashfood.com/products/browfood-tinted-brow-enhancing-gelfix What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Packaging. Comments: It comes with a dual-sided brush; the short bristles help you shape your eyebrows and the long bristles blend in the color. This product exceeded my expectations. Comments: This product has very good coverage, holds your eyebrows in place while giving them a fuller look thanks to the microfibers and it doesn't flake during the day. I followed instructions for this product: Faithfully, or to the letter. Comments: There are two very easy ways to use this product. For a natural look, just apply it by itself and it will define and thicken your eyebrows, or you can apply it after you use a brow powder or pencil to set the color and you won't need to reapply during the day. If I was making this product, I would change its: Nothing. Comments: I would recommend this product to a friend: Enthusiastically. Comments: I am _________ this product: Running right out to the store to buy. Comments: Anything else you would like to add? If you are looking for a formula that doesn't contain parabens, this is a great option. BROWFOOD became the world’s first and only Ecocert certified brow enhancing product.
Un.done Volume and Matte Texture Spray by amika, $10/1 fl. oz.; $25/5.3 fl. oz.
For more information, visit https://loveamika.com/products/undone-volume-and-matte-texture-spray
What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Aroma; Packaging.
Comments: I have oily hair that tends to get flat very easily, a good texture spray is always helpful to help me achieve volume without leaving my hair sticky.
This product exceeded my expectations.
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Comments: I blow dry about 90% of my hair, lift up some sections, spray the roots and finish blow drying. Once I’m done, I spray a little more one last time all over.
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I would recommend this product to a friend: Enthusiastically.
Comments: I highly recommend this spray to anyone looking to get volume after blow drying or curling their hair, without the sticky feeling that some other sprays leave.
I am _________ this product: Running right out to the store to buy.
Comments: Don't miss out on a product that delivers volume, adds texture and smells great!
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You Glow Girl Baked Highlighter (in White Goddess) by J. Cat Beauty, $8.99For more information, visit https://jcatbeauty.com/products/you-glow-girl-baked-highlighter-1 What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Consistency, or formulation. Comments: This product met my expectations. Comments: I followed instructions for this product: Somewhat. Comments: I like to use this highlighter as the last step of my makeup routine, right after I apply a setting spray, I feel that this way it lasts longer. I also use this product on my collar bones and as an eyeshadow. If I was making this product, I would change its: Nothing. Comments: I would recommend this product to a friend: Highly. Comments: I am _________ this product: Considering buying. Comments: Anything else you would like to add? If you are looking for an everyday, affordable powder highlighter with good pigmentation, don't miss out on this one!
Berry Rich Face + Eye Cream by Graydon Skincare, $3.50/.15 fl. oz.; $43/1.7 fl. oz.; $79/8 fl. oz.
For more information, visit https://graydonskincare.com/products/berry-rich?variant=32907322436 What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied. Comments: It feels lightweight but hydrates your skin very well without leaving a greasy feeling. This product met my expectations. Comments: I followed instructions for this product: Faithfully, or to the letter. Comments: I wash my face, apply a serum, and then the Berry Rich Cream. If I was making this product, I would change its: Nothing. Comments: I would recommend this product to a friend: Enthusiastically. Comments: If you are looking for a lotion that does it all, give this one a try. You can use it as a face moisturizer, around your eyes, during the day, and at night. I am _________ this product: Considering buying. Comments: Graydon is a plant-based ingredient brand, which makes it a great option for people with sensitive skin. Anything else you would like to add? Just Kissed® Lip Plumper by Jane Iredale, $26
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For more information, visit https://janeiredale.com/us/en/mineral-makeup/lips/just-kissed-lip-plumper.htm
What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Packaging; Consistency, or formulation.
Comments: It goes on very smooth, perfect for the cold winter days when your lips feel dry and flaky. The packaging is modern, makes it easy to apply and to carry it when you leave the house.
This product met my expectations.
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Comments: This lipstick is very moisturizing. I'm not sure how much it "plumps" my lips, but after you apply it you will have a slight tingling sensation for a few seconds. It has a sheer formula so it gives you a very natural color.
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PROTECT Aluminum-Free Deodorant by ARROW, $9/0.9 oz.
For more information, visit https://www.birchbox.com/product/22640
What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Aroma.
Comments: It has a light citrus scent, goes on smooth and doesn't leave a residue on your clothes.
This product met my expectations.
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Comments: You might need to reapply before or after a workout and if you sweat lot, but it's better than other natural deodorants that I tried before. It comes in a small, nice package and it's easy to carry in your bag.
Anything else you would like to add? If you are using a natural deodorant for the first time, allow your body a week or two to get use it.
The Original Makeup Sponge by beautyblender, $20
For more information, visit https://beautyblender.com/products/beautyblender-original
What I liked most about the product was its: Packaging; Texture, or product feel when applied.
Comments: This sponge is soft and bouncy, once when you get it wet it helps to blend your foundation very effortlessly.
This product exceeded my expectations.
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I followed instructions for this product: Faithfully, or to the letter.
Comments: To get the best out of the beauty blender, make sure to get it wet and then squeeze the excess water out before applying your foundation.
If I was making this product, I would change its: Nothing.
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Comments: I have used other beauty sponges but this one is by far the best, it's soft and gives you a perfect application of foundation and concealer. It's easy to clean and it doesn't waste a lot of product.
Anything else you would like to add? I like to use my beauty blender to apply foundation, concealer, and setting powder. I don't think I will go back to using a brush.
Foot Moisture Pack by KOCOSTAR, $5/1-packFor more information, visit https://kocostarusa.com/products/foot-moisture-apck What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied. Comments: This product exceeded my expectations. Comments: I followed instructions for this product: Faithfully, or to the letter. Comments: I like to use it at night after a shower, leave on for about 20 mins, and let the rest of the product absorb after taking the mask off. If I was making this product, I would change its: Nothing. Comments: I would recommend this product to a friend: Enthusiastically. Comments: I love this mask! Now that the weather is warm, I use sandals all the time and my heels can get a little rough, using the foot mask solves this issue right away. I am _________ this product: Running right out to the store to buy. Comments: Anything else you would like to add? Use this foot mask at night and put some socks on before going to bed; your feet will feel amazing in the morning.
Magnetic Matte Eye Color (in Chocolate) by NUDESTIX, $26
For more information, visit https://www.nudestix.com/products/magnetic-matte-eye-color
What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Consistency, or formulation.
Comments: It goes on very smooth and it blends in well, letting you choose the color intensity.
This product exceeded my expectations.
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I would recommend this product to a friend: Highly.
Comments: This eyeshadow stick is very easy to use, especially when you don't have a lot of time to put your make up on.
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Anything else you would like to add? If you don't like to wear a lot of eye makeup or don't know how to properly apply eyeshadow, this is the perfect product that helps you achieve a smoky eye.
Hide & Seek Contour/Highlight Palette by J. Cat Beauty, $12.99
For more information, visit https://jcatbeauty.com/collections/face-highlighter-contour/products/8-square-palette-1?variant=16820596736098
What I liked most about the product was its: Texture, or product feel when applied; Consistency, or formulation; Color.
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This product exceeded my expectations.
Comments: This is a palette that delivers very good results for the price. It has eight different shades, four for contouring and four for highlighting that match a range of skin tones.
I followed instructions for this product: Faithfully, or to the letter.
Comments: I have been using the "lost count" shade as blush and I love the fact that it blends easily and the color stays through the day.
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