beautyfan1's Stats
- Review Count87
- Helpfulness Votes39
- First ReviewOctober 31, 2012
- Last ReviewDecember 12, 2023
- Featured Reviews0
- Average Rating4.9
bareMinerals Round The Clock - Intense Cream-Glide Eyeliner 1.2g
Intensify your eyes with the bareMinerals Round the Clock Eyeliner, a creamy formula that goes on smoothly and stays put.
Packed full of nourishing and conditioning ingredients, the pencil eye liner can be used on the skin around the eye and on the water line for added depth. An infusion of vitamin E and minerals ensures that the area is kept soft and well cared for.
The waterproof and smudge proof properties of the Round the Clock Eyeliner means that it doesn't fade or shift during the day, ensuring a bold and sleek look with maximum longevity.
Overall Rating:
4
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5
Waterproof Eyeliner
Date:January 4, 2013
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin tone: Fair
Eye colour: Blue
Colour appeal:
5
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5
Effectiveness:
5
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5
Ease of use:
4
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5
Longevity:
5
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5
I'm not sure about these. I bought, 9pm a rich dark chocolate brown, which is just the colour I was looking for. It's soft and easy to apply, but I found it difficult to blend (that could be because it's waterproof). It did stay put, and didn't move until I took it off which is good, but you have to sharpen it after 1-2 uses which means its going to go down quicker. I think I'll stick to the Big & Bright eyeliners, which also include a sharpener and a blender in one end, which you don't get with these.
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bareMinerals Stroke of Light - Eye Brightener 5.5ml
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Big and Bright Eyeliner Pencil
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Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Ultra-Moisturising Hand Therapy 100g
Cocoon your hands in moisture with this ultra-moisturising, shea butter-based Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Ultra-Moisturising Hand Therapy Cream.
The award-winning intensively hydrating hand cream has been created with rich shea butter to moisturise and protect hands from the elements and leave them silky-smooth and soft. This lightweight formula is enriched with Ceramides 3 and 6 to improve the skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss. An added infusion of myrrh extract works to condition nails, whilst hyaluronic acid retains skin's moisture.
Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Hand Therapy Cream has a crisp, clean scent of aquatic notes and musk, reminiscent of a day spent on the shoreline.
Overall Rating:
5
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5
La Source hand cream
Date:January 4, 2013
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin type: Combination
Fragrance appeal:
5
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5
Effectiveness:
5
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5
Ease of use:
4
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5
This cream is a little too rich for me to use during the day, say every time I wash my hands. But I use it after treating my hands to the La Source skin therapy hand recovery scrub, then using the hand cream and putting on a pair of cotton gloves overnight. My hands are lovely and soft the next morning. Has a lovely fragrance too.
My Product Recommendations
Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Miracle Moisturising Hand Scrub 100g
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Clarins Extra-Firming Neck Cream 50ml
Plump and smooth the delicate skin of the neck and décolleté with the Clarins Extra-Firming Neck Anti-Wrinkle Rejuvenating Cream.
The neck has fewer natural skin protectors and a thinner epidermis, dermis and hypodermic than the face, meaning that it is more prone to lines and loss of firmness. The Extra-Firming Neck Cream works to slow skin slackening and encourages a firmer, more supple neck, incorporating pioneering organic plant extracts of Green Banana and Lemon Thyme.
Sunflower Auxins help to reinforce the action of this innovative Extra-Firming Complex by encouraging skin flexibility and resilience, while plumping Green Algae extract encourages the synthesis of moisturising hyaluronic acid. For an immediate tightening effect, Organic Oat Sugars firm the skin while Marshmallow Powder, composed of line-filling micropearls, optically reduces the appearance of fine lines.
Apply both morning and night in sweeping motions from the chin down towards the décolleté.
Overall Rating:
5
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5
Clarins Neck Cream
Date:December 28, 2012
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin type: Combination
Fragrance appeal:
5
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5
Effectiveness:
4
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5
Ease of use:
5
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5
I've only had my neck cream a week or two, so can't gauge its effectiveness long term yet, but my skin does look firmer and feels softer than it was. It seems to melt into my neck and has a very pleasant fragrance. As with most Clarins products, a little goes a long way, and I would recommend it even though I've only used it for a short time.
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Clarins Hand & Nail Treatment Cream 100ml
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Philip Kingsley Elasticizer 150ml
Winner Best Deep Conditioning Mask - InStyle Best Beauty Buys 2012 Best Intensive Hair Treatment - Bazaar Beauty Hot 100 2012 Extremely broken, damaged hair whether the result of chemical over processing, physical trauma or poor health, will also improve with concentrated use of Elasticizer. More frequent use of this intensive treatment formula will restore suppleness, elasticity, shine and bounce. How to use Philip Kingsley Elasticizer: For best results use regularly Before shampooing, dampen your hair and apply Elasticizer in sections Work into your hair with fingertips Rinse well Follow with appropriate Shampoo, Conditioner & Scalp Toner For Fine & Medium Textured hair apply sparingly through your mid lengths and ends For Coarse, Wavy, Curly or Frizzy hair use more generously through your hair's length When to use on unprocessed hair: For Fine & Medium Textured hair, use once or twice a month For Coarse, Wavy, Curly or Frizzy hair, use once a week When to Use on chemically treated hair: For Fine & Medium Textured hair, use once a week For Coarse, Wavy, Curly or Frizzy hair, use twice a week NB: Do not use Elasticizer three days before or three days after chemical treatments, including colouring.
Overall Rating:
5
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5
Elasticizer
Date:December 18, 2012
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Hair type: Greasy
Fragrance appeal:
5
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5
Effectiveness:
5
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5
Ease of use:
4
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5
I was a bit dubious at first, so only bought the smallest size, but it has really given my hair a boost. I have waist length hair, with a few dry ends, and this seems to have cleared them up. I only need to use it once a week, and even with that it's given my hair bounce and it also feels thicker. Expensive yes, but well worth it to have lovely hair.
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Philip Kingsley Maximizer
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Philip Kingsley Straight Hair 100ml
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Clarins Extra-Firming Eye Lift Perfecting Serum 15ml
Instantly lift and firm the eye area with the Clarins Extra-Firming Eye Lifting Perfecting Serum
The silky cream-gel formula is made with Clarins' exclusive Extra-Firming complex of pioneering Green Banana and Lemon Thyme extracts, which restore the bounce, lift and suppleness of the eye contour. Beetroot Extract encourages moisture retention for a brighter looking eye area, with the aid of illuminating Golden Pearls to soften imperfections and boost radiance.
Skin is decongested with a reinforced action on puffiness and dark circles. Albizia Flower Extact is combined with Escin Extract from Horse Chestnut and energising Caffeine to drain excess fluid and stimulate blood flow to fade dark circles. Extra-Firming is provided by Organic Oat Sugars, which provide an immediate tightening effect.
The Extra-Firming Eye Lifting Perfecting Serum is recommended primarily for the day but it can also be used in the evening as a great make-up base. Tap the product around the eyelid and contour to stimulate circulation.
Overall Rating:
5
out of
5
Extra Firming Eye Serum
Date:December 18, 2012
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin type: Combination
Fragrance appeal:
5
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5
Effectiveness:
5
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Ease of use:
5
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5
I've started to use this each morning under make up after a friend recommended it to me, and I've not been disappointed. Like a lot of Clarins products, a little goes a very long way. It's easy to use and make up goes over it with no problems. I've noticed a difference in the skin around my eyes which feels a bit a tighter since starting to use this, so will definitely continue with this one.
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Clarins HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase 30ml
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Clarins Ombre Minerale Single Colour Mineral Wet and Dry Eyeshadow 2g
Dress your eyes with the soft beauty of the Clarins Ombre Minerale Mineral Eyeshadow, a smooth and long-lasting eye colour.
The ultra-fine mineral texture delivers vibrant colour in a single application and is very comfortable to wear. Use dry for a diffused wash of colour, or use wet for more intense opacity. Available in 16 shades and split into illuminator, natural, ready-to-wear and intense, these Ombre Minerale Mineral Eyeshadow colours are suitable for even the most sensitive eyes.
Illuminator 01 White Sparkle; a highlighter that can be worn alone or over another shade to sparkle and illuminate
Naturals: 02 Nude, 03 Petal, 04 Golden Rose, 05 Lingerie, 06 Tea Rose; a collection of easy-to-wear nudes for natural eyes
Ready-To-Wear: 07 Auburn, 08 Taupe, 09 Lavender Tea, 11 Silver Green; four simple shades that are perfect for everyday sculpted eyes
Intense: 12 Aubergine, 13 Dark Chocolate, 14 Platinum, 15 Black Sparkle, Vibrant Violet; highly pigmented shades that deliver instant colour for a sophisticated look
Ophthalmologist and dermatologist tested.
Overall Rating:
5
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5
One of the best
Date:December 17, 2012
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin tone: Fair
Eye colour: Blue
Colour appeal:
5
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5
Effectiveness:
5
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5
Ease of use:
5
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5
Longevity:
5
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5
I've bought Taupe, and it's one of the best. So many other brands that call an eyeshadow Taupe, are nowhere near the colour I imagine it should be. It goes on well whether you use a brush or the sponge tipped applicator that comes with it, and has an almost creamy texture. You don't need to use much to get a good depth of colour and it stays put. A super eyeshadow, that's well worth the money.
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Clarins HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase 30ml
Infuse your dehydrated skin with the deep moisturisation of the Clarins HydraQuench Bi-Phase Serum, a comforting formula that restores the balance.
This re-formulated serum has a lighter texture and offers longer lasting hydration than the previous HydraQuench Bi-Phase Serum. When your skin is feeling dry, parched and tight, this SOS treatment rescues and repairs.
Chondrus crispus extract encourages the supply and retention of water inside dehydrated cells while Inca peanut restores the balance of the hydrolipidic film. Alfalfa extract boosts collagen synthesis to smooth early wrinkles, organic sorbier bud protects the skin's microcirculation for a radiant complexion, and Katafray bark extract reinforces the skin's barrier function for hydrated, smooth skin.
Shake well and apply morning and/or evening to face and neck after cleansing. Follow with a moisturiser.
Overall Rating:
5
out of
5
HydraQuench Serum
Date:December 3, 2012
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin type: Combination
Fragrance appeal:
5
out of
5
Effectiveness:
5
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5
Ease of use:
5
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5
My skin is only slightly dry, but I do love to use HydraQuench Serum under Vital Light night cream, especially at this time of the year. It gives my skin an extra boost and leaves it feeling really soft in the mornings. Because I don't need that much, as with a lot of Clarins products, a little goes a long way. It's also great value for money.
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Clarins Vital Light Serum 30ml
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Clarins Vital Light Night - All Skin Types 50ml
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Discover the secret to a flawless complexion with the Clarins Skin Illusion Natural Hydrating Foundation SPF15, an ultra-lightweight makeup base that will create a radiant, barely-there finish.
Created for all skin types, Skin Illusion will help you to achieve immediate freshness and a beautiful glow without masking your skin's natural beauty. It's created with red jania extract, a seaweed found in calm waters, which will encourage cellular turnover whilst promoting a clearer complexion. The inclusion of the leaf of life extract will reboot your skin's mechanisms to promote hydration on multiple levels of the skin, inducing a lit-from-within glow.
Long-lasting and protective, this ultra-fresh base is created with a Light Optimising Complex in order to subtly accentuate your features, while an Anti-Pollution Complex will act as a protective barrier from external aggressors and offer a rich source of antioxidants in order to neutralise free radicals.
Why We Love It
This natural hydrating foundation is perfect for all skin types that want a fresh and natural finish. It's even suitable for those who have an oily or a combination skin type as Clarins has included a subtle dose of non-greasy oils, which will ensure a smooth, non-cakey finish, giving your skin a completely new feel.
How To Use It
Just a few drops are enough to instantly enhance. Thanks to its silky texture, it will blend seamlessly onto your face, leaving your complexion nourished and luminous without a weighty feel. Simply dispense a few drops onto a brush, sponge or your fingertips and apply to your skin.
Works Well With
If you want a little more coverage, the Clarins Instant Light Brush-On Perfector will freshen up your complexion instantly, delivering radiance with a lightweight texture that will smooth, brighten and perfect shadows, dark spots and unevenness.
Overall Rating:
5
out of
5
Natural Radiance Foundation
Date:November 29, 2012
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin tone: Fair
Eye colour: Blue
Colour appeal:
5
out of
5
Effectiveness:
5
out of
5
Ease of use:
5
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5
Longevity:
5
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5
This is a hero product for me. It has a sheer light texture but covers well, looks really natural and, lasts all day. I use Nude which is an ideal shade for my fair skin, without it being too pink which some pale shades tend to be. I mix a small amount of Instant Light Complexion Perfector in Rose Shimmer with it sometimes to give my skin a dewy finish. Also Escentuals service is fantastic. I placed my order at 3pm, and received it the following am. Can't get any quicker than that.......
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Clarins Extra-Firming Eye Lift Perfecting Serum 15ml
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bareMinerals Stroke of Light - Eye Brightener 5.5ml
Diffuse the appearance of dark shadows with the bareMinerals Stroke of Light Eye Brightener, an essential tool for tired eyes. The illuminating, tinted Stroke Of Light fluid diminishes the dark blue hue of the undereye area while working to reduce the appearance of fine lines. An infusion of mineral jade powder disguises inperfections with a lightweight touch, whole amethyst enhances the appearance of the complexion with its precious illumination. Finely milled freshwater pearls keep the skin looking and feeling fresh and soft, while Saccharomyces Cerevisiae helps to reduce puffiness and ageing discolouration for young-looking eyes. Dot the Stroke Of Light Eye Brightener along the eye bone and blend with a light hand for perfect coverage.
Overall Rating:
5
out of
5
Eye Brightener
Date:November 26, 2012
beautyfan1
Location: Southampton Hampshire
Age: 40 or older
Gender: Female
Skin tone: Fair
Eye colour: Blue
Colour appeal:
5
out of
5
Effectiveness:
5
out of
5
Ease of use:
5
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5
Longevity:
5
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5
I normally use another well known brand, but found it didn't really do much for the area around my eyes. This one is a lot better. It's creamy, and the doe foot makes it easy to blend well. It creates a sheer natural light effect. It doesn't crease, and the colour, Luminous 2 is just right for my skin tone. Also very competitively priced, and with Escentual's amazingly quick delivery, a good buy all round.
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Natural Lipcolour
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bareMinerals Round The Clock - Intense Cream-Glide Eyeliner 1.2g
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Clarins Radiant Lips Collection Gift Set
"There's a reason why this set's called the Radiant Lips Collection. It includes four of Clarins' gorgeously glossy Lip Oils to plump, tint and nourish your lips." - Kate, Escentual Beauty Team.
Why You'll Love The Clarins Beautiful Lips Gift Set:
Includes four mini versions of Clarins' best-selling Lip Comfort Oils.
Features a clear shade, a pretty pink shade and two glossy red shades.
Adds a tinted mirror-like finish to your lips.
Each oil offers six hours of hydration and nutrition.
The Gift Set Includes:
Clarins Lip Comfort Oil - 01 - Honey 1.4ml
Clarins Lip Comfort Oil - 03 - Cherry 1.4ml
Clarins Lip Comfort Oil - 04 - Pitaya 1.4ml
Clarins Lip Comfort Oil - 08 - Strawberry 1.4ml
What You Need To Know:
Whether you're a loyal Clarins Lip Oil lover who can't wait to get their hands on this set of minis, or you're shopping for a loved one who's yet to experience it for themself, this set is a must. It features four fan-favourite shades - including the Clarins Lip Oil in Honey - that will not only add a sleek, high-shine finish to your lips, but it will also keep them feeling soft, smooth and nourished no matter the weather, thanks to its blend of 93% natural ingredients.
That's not all: shades 03 - Cherry and 04 - Pitaya are also pH-reactive. This means that they contain an intelligent pigment that reacts upon contact with your lips for a personalised finish.
Why It's Escentual:
The Clarins Lip Oils were updated in 2022. Ever since, they've been flying off the shelves - we couldn't restock quickly enough! So, this set is bound to excite anyone who's had the pleasure of owning the updated Lip Oil.
Just like you, we're huge fans of the cult-status, best-selling Lip Oil here at Escentual, and we think this set will be at the top of any makeup fan's wishlist. It's a great way to try out even more of the shades (you'll get half of the collection in the set) as the minis allow you to test out the formula before committing to the full-size. Already a fan? The minis are perfect for popping into your handbag.
The Best Way To Use It:
With the Clarins Lip Oil, the options are endless: you can wear it alone for a touch of natural-looking colour, beautifying shine and protection, or layer it over the top of your favourite lipstick for extra impact. Alternatively, apply the Honey shade before bed to create a softening overnight lip treatment.
Overall Rating:
4
out of
5
All about lips gift set
Date:November 15, 2012
I love everything about this set bar the colour of the lippy and the Gloss Prodige which are a bit too bluey for my taste. I prefer a more coral or nude colour. Having said that the Colour Quench lip balm and Instant Light lip perfector are lovely. Neither are heavy they just give a wash of colour, and are really moisturising without the stickyness of some glosses.. Also these small sizes are great if you're using a small bag.
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Extra Firming Lip and Contour Gentle Exfoliator 20ml
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Gloss Appeal
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