Biotherm Rides Repair

Biotherm has a new line of products out called Rides Repair. They are anti-aging products for the over-35 set.

There's a serum that's lovely and light, and the creams a lovely and thick.

My favourite product though is the Biotherm Rides Repair Instant Polish. It's a super-creamy scrub that has a lot of scrubbing particles in it, which means that it works but doesn't dry out your skin!

Use this scrub if you've got dry skin that's flaking a little. You'll be able to get rid of the flakiness without sacrificing the quality of your skin. All that's left behind is smooth soft skin which is just what you want.

Pantene Restoratives

For the past couple of weeks I've been using the Frizz Control Shampoo and Conditioner from the Pantene Restoratives line.

The duo of the two products is great. They add shine to your hair, and clean it without making it at all dry.
The shampoo is just creamy enough to be conditioning and moisturizing. The conditioner is super thick so it stays in your hair for as long as you need it to. I didn't notice a lot of build up with this shampoo but if you do, using a clarifying shampoo every few days will help. I did notice that I didn't need to use as much serum when I used the pair, and that always makes my life a little easier. Overall, I had shiny smooth hair and frizz was noticeably reduced!

The duo is in drugsotres now so if you've got dry or frizzy hair, try it!

Clinique Self Sun

Readers have asked me to review more self-tanning products and lucky for them, I enjoy reviewing them!

I have to say that I love the name of Clinique's product: it's called Self Sun instead of Self Tan... clever!

So I took the plunge and tried Clinique Self Sun Touch of Bronze Moisturizing Body Lotion. It's good. It's got a lemony scent, but I have to say that the tan you get when you use this is not that gradual. After the first day that I used this, I was noticeably more bronze. I don't think that this is a bad thing - if you're in a rush and only have a couple of days to colour, you will absolutely love this lotion. Because it's in a moisturizing base, it goes on very evenly and has a beautiful golden bronze colour that builds after just a couple of days of use.

Of course, the typical self-tanner smell does make an appearance after a few hours, but that's bound to happen because of the active ingredient. In any case: good lotion, give it a shot.

Aloette Green Tea & Mint Body Scrub

Aloette Spa Indulgence Green Tea and Mint Exfoliating Body Polish is perfect for the summer because it smells so refreshing!
This is a great scrub to use everyday because the scrubbing particles are so small and they're in a nice creamy base that washes off cleanly. These scrubs also come in a pack of three, so consider that while you're purchasing!

Aveeno Intense Relief Foot Cream

Aveeno Intense Relief Foot Cream is very good. It's minty and refreshing. It moisturizes but absorbs lightly. It really does moisturize for a long time. Plus, it has natural ingredients in it which is always a good thing.

Foot Care

Today I'm talking about foot care products - I've been testing them out for a while, and I have a lot of great tips but first we talk about a product that helps your feet in the inside.

I walk a lot and I love my flats. What that means is that sometimes my feet really hurt because of all the pavement pounding my feet are doing.

I've come to love foot inserts and insoles of all kinds - I've been using them for the past few months and have really noticed the difference. The balls of my feet used to hurt a lot and that's no longer the case. All my shoes are comfortable, regardless of whether they had padding in them or not, and I can walk for a long time comfortably.In most of my shoes, I use Dr. Scholl's Comfort Insoles that are made of a nice gel substance. It gives some great cushioning and fits into the shoes perfectly.

I also like the Dr. Scholl's Ball of Foot cushions - they're great for high heels and if you're going to be standing in them for a while, this will help a lot.

Olay Age Transform Skin Tone Equalizer

This is another one of those self-tanners that is part moisturizer and I thought I'd post this review after hearing from a reader about trying an Olay self-tan product. This one is extremely light in feel and the colour building is gradual.
What I really liked about this Olay Age Transform Skin Tone Equalizer is that it's sheer and it leaves a subtle shimmer on your skin. Your skin really does look glowing with this moisturizer and the tanning that occurs is a nice effect.

I think the thing with most Olay products is that they're reliable and this moisturizer is as well. You won't get too much tanning with this one, it'll be just enough.

Clinique Long Last Glosswear

I alluded to a few new Clinique launches a while ago, and as promised individual reviews of products from the summer collection are what you can expect now.

Clinique now introduces Long Last Glosswear with spf 15. It's a little sticky, it's semi-sheer, and yes, it's ultra long-lasting.
Even if you don't normally frequent the Clinique counter, you have got to check out this gloss in Knockout Nude. It's the perfect nude colour for the summer and will go with any makeup that you have. Of course, I loved mine so much that I lost it somewhere, but I've since replaced it for another and wear it all the time. It's also very long lasting and is SPF 15 which is great for the summer!

Olay Total Effects Eye Cream

99% of the products you read about here are ones that I've tried myself, but this one is not. I gave Olay Total Effects Eye Cream to a friend of mine who had really dark circles under her eyes. I had told her that she should get more sleep and drink more water, but she also wanted to try a cream.
I saw her a month later and the dark circles under her eyes and visibly improved. She said that everything else was the same. She was getting the same amount of rest and the only thing that had changed was that she's now using this cream.

If you have dark circles under your eyes, you should check out the Olay Total Effects Eye Cream. It might make a difference for you too!

Foot Softening Balm

You can find Dr. Scholl's Foot Softening Balm next to the insoles and the like in the Foot Care section of your drugstore.

The balm is good because it's made by a foot care company to help your feet.
The great thing about this balm is that it absorbs quickly and moisturizes your skin without making it too greasy or oily.

I will say that even the best foot balms work best when you use them daily. If you forget to use them for a week then your dry skin will most probably come back. That said, a balm can make a real difference in how you feet look.

Aveeno Continous Radiance Moisturizing Lotion

Since a reader mentioned this in the comment section of discussing self-tanners, I thought I would post my review of Aveeno Continuous Radiance Moisturizing Lotion.

It's found easily at the drugstore, and I'm using the kind for medium skin tones.

The reader is right: this is the most gradual tanning lotion out there. I hardly saw a change in skin colour after the first application, but the build-up after a week of use was noticeable.

I think that this has a lower concentration of active ingredients which also means that the self-tanner smell was minimal! If you're sensitive to the smell or really hate it, then use this!

I do have to say that it was very moisturizing. I never had dry skin when I used this, and I was really pleased with that. The lotion itself is light and absorbs reasonably quickly.

It's also light-weight enough that I could use it on my face, like one of my readers does. It worked beautifully and is the only gradual lotion that I would do this with.

The Aveeno Continuous Radiance Moisturizing Lotion is definitely worth trying and because it's customizable I liked it a lot.

Stay Put Eyeliner

One of the most common questions I get is from readers who want an eyeliner that doesn't smudge and can last them the whole entire day.

I know that they can be hard to find, so when I try one that can keep up with my own busy days, I get excited and have to pass on the good news!



This time, it's about Marcelle's Waterproof Eyeliner. It is amazing! Not only does it last through running around on a weekend, but it can get you through a workout too. The liner sets quickly but not too quickly that you can't smudge it if you need to. The great thing is that this is a drugstore eyeliner that comes in a nice range of natural looking colours too - I've been using Indigo and it really makes my brown eyes pop but you can't necessarily tell that I'm wearing a blue mascara.

Sunscreen for Your Face

I have been receiving many emails from readers asking me to recommend a sunscreen for their visage. Some of you may be wondering why you even need a different sunscreen for your face, and the answer is that sunscreens that are formulated especially for the face are often less greasy, stay on better, and tend not to wash our your complexion. They will probably also work better with any makeup you choose to wear on top.

At Skinovation, I picked up a sunscreen by Elta MD Skincare. I had never heard of the brand but they make suncare products just for your face.

I have to say that I really love the texture and feel of this sunscreen. It's oil-free and sets to a matte finish. If you're looking for something that's specifically for your face and you have oily or combination skin, you should try this sunscreen.

Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Booster

Oh my goodness, even more than other Dermalogica products, I love the Skin Hydrating Booster. It is by far my fav Dermalogica product.

This is basically a serum and the great thing about it is that it actually moisturizes but it's totally weightless! You can layer it with other products you're using, and I use it before I put sunscreen on and it's perfect because you can moisturize without putting too much stuff on your face.

If you happen into a place selling Dermalogica, definitely check out the Skin Hydrating Booster.

Crest Health and Radiance

Crest has a great new product out called Crest Health and Radiance. The premise is that you use this system and it gives you stronger and whiter teeth.


The system comes with a Crest toothpaste that helps you build tooth enamel and 4 strips that you just use once a week. The strips whiten your teeth and work the way that regular whitening strips do. I used the system for a week and so far I've noticed an actual difference, which is great! My teeth really are brighter.

As a public service I have to tell you NOT to use the strips right after you've brushed your teeth - doing so will give you horrible tooth sensitivity that's really quite painful. I just ran into someone who had done that and she's been in quite a lot of pain, so take care and follow instructions!

Aveeno Creamy Moisturizing Oil

You may read the title of this and wonder why I am still talking about a moisturizer. It's now a little warmer outside and some of you may not even need one at all!

I bring your attention to Aveeno Creamy Moisturizing Oil because I think that it's perfect for when the weather is a little warmer, but you still want something that can seal the moisture in.


The Creamy Moisturizing Oil has the texture of a light cream and provides sheer moisture. Because it's so light, it absorbs really quickly and sinks right into the skin.

What I love about it is the ingredient list. Water is the first ingredient but following that is a ton of natural oils, from sesame seed to almond. I love that. It smells really good too and isn't overly strong.

Think of this Aveeno product as a sheer moisturizer and don't be scared to try it.

John Frieda WeatherWorks Shampoo and Conditioner

I've been using new John Frieda Weather Works Shampoo and Conditioner. The system claims to protect your hair from the elements and will preserve your style!
I'm not silly enough to walk around in the rain with freshly shampooed hair, but I have to say that I really love this duo. It didn't just give me shiny hair, my hair was seriously glossy when I used it. You really have to use the shampoo and conditioner together to get the best results and the amazing moisturizing formula is great for all hair types. If you wash your hair frequently as I do, you'll love this too.

Malibu Secret

For the past little while, I've been using Malibu Secret Body Treatment and it's one of those moisturizers that I find myself reaching for again and again.

The cream makes the claim to be an anti-aging treatment for the whole body, which is definitely an interesting concept. What ingredients make this anti-aging? Well, it's packed with antioxidants which are good for your skin because they prevent free radical damage. What that means is that this body cream is good for anyone whether you're displaying signs of aging or not!


The reason that I keep using this though is because the formula is really nice. It's silky smooth, lightweight, and fast absorbing. It also smells tropical - a mix of coconut and vanilla and not at all overpowering. You can get this body cream online or check the website for retail outlets near you!

Marcelle Ultimate Lash Mascara

Today's another day for a mascara roundup, and we start with one from a line that I haven't talked much about: Marcelle!

I've been trying Marcelle's Ultimate Lash Mascara and I'm pleased to say that although it doesn't use the newer trendier wands, it's still a great product that really works well.

I found that it was really easy to use and with a couple of sweeps of the wand I could get a pretty fringe of lashes. The great thing about this mascara is that it both lengthened and thickened and my lashes stayed soft not crispy.

Mascara Wow!

Mascara Wow is Lise Watier's newest mascara and the brush has bristles just like the mascaras being released these days - stiff rubber bristles that separate lashes nicely and make it easy to layer the formula.The mascara doesn't smudge or flake and lasts a long time while making your lashes look thick. It does what it says and it does it well!