Beauty Report

Tested and reviewed products

-Body Shop Body Butters

-Clinique 3-Step Face Care

-Aquafresh gum

-Exuviance wash

-Girl's night fun

-Kevin Aucoin

-Massage Bar

-Nad's Cream

-Pupa make-up

-Satzuma bubbles

-Swimsuit shopping

-Total Gym

Body Shop Body Butters and Scrubs

SEPTEMBER 2004

TESTED: A

The Body Shop's catalogue

Clinique 3-Step Face Care

FEBRUARY 2003

This product is hot! Let's just say that it completely cleans your skin (especially from make-up) and leaves it nice and silky. You can buy different products depending on your skin type but the complete set includes the soap, the tonic and the moisturizing cream.

My skin has been feeling 10 thousand times better! The only bad thing about this set is that it doesn't prevent or cure acne. For that you must purchase other Clinique products.

But this Clinique set it definitely a great kit to wash your face without damaging it!

TESTED: B

Check out Clinique's products

Nad's Cream

AUGUST 2001

There are mixed opinions among people about this product.  I guess it really depends by the consumer but I personally found Nads to be a good product.

First of all don't think that the pain is non existent; actually it hurts a lot but I heard it's not as bad as the regular waxes.

What I liked about this product is that it keeps you hair-free for about two weeks and that is an amazing thing.  When the hair grows back it is very thin.  The down side however is that it takes a while (at least for beginners) to wax both lower legs.  After a while you are bending over them you feel like stopping because your back is killing you. This is a product I will use if I am about to go to the shore for a few days so I don't' have to worry about hair but while home I will stick with the good 'ole razors.  Cheers

TESTED: C+

Check out Nads' official site

Aquafresh Dental Gum- Whitening

MAY 2001

Had a long day and need desperately the aid of a toothbrush and toothpaste?  This gum is your savior!  Just pop one in your mouth and chew as you quickly notice your teeth feel cleaner and brighter.  Your breath will also feel fresh and the gum does not taste like sugar, so it is not short-effect.

TESTED: A-

Visit the Aquafresh Store

Exuviance face wash by NeoStrata

APRIL 2001

It has appeared on magazines recently but I can guarantee you that the line of beauty cleansing products NeoStrata is reliable and effective.  Why? Because my dermatologist suggested it and I tried it.

The bottles are a bit pricey ($20 for the  Exuviance Gentle Cleansing Crème, left) but they are definitely worth the cost, just don't use too much, a small amount is enough to make your skin glow in freshness.  And to top that all off, the smell is so good!  The Gentle Cleansing Crème, for example smells like soft coconut while the Purifying Cleansing Gel, made with Glycolic acid, smells like fresh cucumber.  Also, take a look at their make-up!

TESTED: A

Visit the NeoStrata web site and buy products here!

Best places to buy bathing swimsuits

Why spend over $100 for a Victoria's Secret bathing suit when you can get one cheaper elsewhere?  Sure, you will have the brand new sexy Vicky style but are you willing to sport that same bikini throughout the summer?  If not, take a look at this list of best bathing suits deal.

1) Marshalls- especially at the end of summer (look out for the clearance rack and dig deeper!

2) Newport News- although you must be extra careful with what clothes you pick here, I had a good experience buying bathing suits here. Take a look at their site!

3) Joyce Leslie & Co.- Usually these teen stores at the mall have cute bikinis cheaper.  I never shop there but I have seen them.

Pupa Make-up

MARCH 2001

If you go to Sephora you will find a famous Italian line of make-up named Pupa.  This company is just now becoming famous in the U.S. and is very unique because it is not too costly and is original.  This kit on the right costs only $29 and contains angelic shades including lip glosses, eye-shadow and much more.  If you are more of a bad girl, don't forget to check out Pupa Le Rouge, a devilish kit with hot and sexy colors.

TESTED: B-

Buy Pupa here

Kevin Aucoin's Face Forward

YEAR 2000

If you check out this book you will be amazed at how its author, Hollywood make-up artist Kevyn Aucoin, worked its magic on some of today's most popular personalities.  The most impressing transformation is that of craft and cooking guru Martha Stewart... try and recognize her!                                 

Get it for $19.77

Total Gym

If you happen to check out the latest infomercials late at night you can find this awesome piece of machinery. I believe would really help sculpt and work out most of our holiday cheer muscles this winter.

I have not tried it but looks great

and if you want if cheap you can get it at QVC for a great price. ($199?)

Peppermint massage bar

Yeah, looks delicious, but it's not for your mouth! This massage bar contains so much cocoa butter it moisturizes your skin and serves as a massage oil! Watch it melting slowly with your body temperature...

Go buy it for $9.95

Total Gym

Ladies' night

Take a look at this amazing spa makeover kit!  It features all types of masks and lotions that you need to throw an amazing sleepover parteyyyy!

Also check out the Bridal, Top to Toe Spa Party, Traditional Japanese Bath and Urban Survival kits.

Start your party the right way

Body Shop's Satzuma bubble bath

Go get the Satsuma bath and shower gel at The Body Shop; it smells very good and the scent stays strong.  If you want a nice bubbly bath check out the Satsuma bubble bath for $9

Go to The Body Shop's site