InStyle Fragrances @ Walgreens

 "From the contemporary to the classics...
Instyle Fragrances offers a unique collection of impressions of the world's most popular designer fragrances, created from the finest fragrance oils and other ingredients to ensure top quality and long wear. Proudly made in the USA."

 

Disclaimer: I was not sent any of these products. I paid for them myself.

 

 

InStyle Fragrances are only sold at Walgreens and I do suggest checking them out. They come in simple packaging and glass bottles, reminding me of Jo Malone's perfumes. For a full 3.4 oz for about $12.00, these are great if you can find an exact or close dupe to the original scents. You will definitely save some money if you are satisfied with IS impressions of expensive perfumes!

An Impression of Lancomé Tresor

 

"Description: Love. Romance. Elegance. TRESOR is for a woman who understands that time is precious and moments in this fast-paced world are to be treasured. Because love is a treasure, and TRESOR evokes that feeling of everlasting love, it makes her as radiant and precious as the fragrance she wears. The elegance of rose, mugent and lilac and the sparkle of peach and apricot blossom are just a few notes that define this luminous fragrance. Use: Daytime/Evening."

 

This is an exact dupe to the original Tresor! This was actually the first perfume I got into and after receiving samples of the original and trying ISF, I realized I have a love/ hate thing with this scent. So, I figured I would save the money and stick to ISF if I am ever in the mood for some Tresor. I do recommend lovers of Tresor to try this impression.

 

An Impression of Marc Jacob Daisy

 

"A modern fresh sparkly floral-woody scent, seductive and intoxicating. Description: Fruity wild strawberry notes, intensive green aroma of violet with the sparkling spicy pink grapefruit combined with gardenia and jasmine. Use: Casual, comfortable everyday wear."

I don't feel like this is a dupe for the original Daisy. However, I like ISF's version better. The latter smells nice; sweet, but not sickly sweet. It can be strong though, so just don't spray too much of it. I recommend ISF's Daisy impression, not as a dupe, but as a good scent on its own. This bottle is my second of this scent!

An Impression of Dior, J'Adore

"Description: A fresh floral bouquet that captures the essence of the 21st century woman.Deeply sensual, totally feminine and as contemporary as you are. Contains notes of tangy mandarin, ivy leaves, champaca flower, red orchids, white roses, violets, Damascus plum, amaranth wood and blackberry musk. Use: Daytime/Evening."

This is yet another good scent from ISF. I think this is a close of not exact dupe to the original and expensive J'Adore. This has a nice, light scent in my opinion. I have wanted the original J'Adore for a long time, but for now, I will repurchase the impression by ISF.

An Impression of Chanel Chance Eau Tendre

"Description: Chanel the country's bestselling fragrance family, reveals its newest facet, CHANCE EAU TENDRE. CHANEL Master Perfumer Jacques Polge reimagines the decidedly young scent in a constellation of tender and vibrant notes, at once delicate and airy, with an intoxicatingly light, fruity trail. Use: Daytime/Evening."

The original Chance Tendre is another perfume I hope to add to my collection since I have loved the scent for a while. As for the one by ISF, I don't think it is a dupe for the original. It smells a bit funny (I know, not a great word to describe a scent), so I suggest if you like Tendre like me, the original will be worth it.

Have you tried any impressions by InStyle Fragrances? What do like/ dislike from them? Please let me know in the comments! For more info. about InStyle Fragrances like the other scents in the collection, please check out there site at http://www.instylefragrances.com/

Product Empties w/ Reviews #2

I haven't reviewed products in a long time, so before I get busy (with my last semester of uni!!!!!), I thought I should finally review some products I emptied out in the past few weeks. For my first post of empties, please click here. Remember, you can always click on the images to enlarge them. Hope this is helpful!

Veet Ready to Use Wax Strips Hair Remover for Face

After waxing my facial hair for over a year, I recently figured out my face broke out after waxing. I'm not sure if it is just this product that breaks me out or waxing in general, but I don't plan on waxing my face in a while. Waxing is painful at first, but it is worth it if your hair doesn't grow back fast. The wipes do help with the sting/ pain after removing the wax stripes and they smell nice; reminds me of Especially Escada... If you want to try this product, buy it on sale at RiteAid when they have +UP rewards.

For more info. about this product, please go to http://www.veet.us/products/facial/easygrip/veet-ready-to-use-wax-strips-hair-remover,-face/

Cococare 100% Vitamin E Oil

 

I have been using 100% Vitamin E Oil for over 7 months for my acne scars/ blemishes. After using this for the first 3 months in a row, I became a believer in using products consistently for at least 2-3 months before making any claims! I feel like this product has definitely lightened my marks, especially on my forehead, but also on my cheeks. This is very thick and 1 bottle lasts me a little over a month. It is a little "expensive" for the amount you get, but I don't mind since it is 100% oil and if it claims to help blemishes, I am willing to pay the price. I can't give this 5 stars though, because this might be the reason for the disaster around my eyes and a little next to my nose. My dermatologist says it is from this product and although I am not 100% convinced with the idea, since the disaster only started happening this past month after using it for over half a year, I will stop using this and see if I get any more dry, flaky, red, rashes. My advice, just don't put this anywhere near your eyes. I thought it would help my dark circles, but it just made my skin around my eyes more discolored...

For more info. about this product, please go to http://www.cococare.com/hand-body/vitamin-e/100-vitamin-e-oil-28-000-i-u.html

Montagne Juenesse Dead Sea Mud Pac

 

I am still on the hunt for my perfect face mask so I decided to try this one. The light mint green colored kelp and seaweed mask smells okay and lasted for one use on my face (it is a trial size). It feels light, almost spongy when applying, which isn't a problem. After 10-15 on the skin, I washed off all the product and my face looked brighter and felt clean! I wish this brand sold their masks in tubes like Freeman, because I plan to buy a few more of these to try and find my favorite! They are affordable and good for a quick spa at home :)

 



For more info. about this product, please go to http://www.montagnejeunesse.com/face-masks/mud-face-mask/dead-sea-mud-pac

Make Up For Ever Mascara in Smoky Extravagant and Lipstick in N9 Copper Pink

I received this sample set of 2 MUFE products from Sephora for my birthday in January 2014 and showed it in a haul post. I loved these products! The mascara added length and volume as well as some curl, especially if used with a lash curler. The product lasted a lot longer than I thought it would. (Don't worry, I didn't start using it in the beginning of 2014!) The light pink shade of lipstick has a slight smell which didn't bother me, and I loved the color on my lips. I still have a little bit left in the lipstick, but it is almost done :( This set is no longer available although the products are. As much as I would love to repurchase the lipstick in a full size, I can't justify spending $20 on it!

For more info. about this product, please go to http://www.makeupforever.com/us/en-us

Renuzit cones in After the Rain and Pure Breeze

I purchased these scented products to leave in small closed areas like my closet. I love this idea! Pure Breeze is my favorite of the two. I plan on repurchasing some more Renuzit cones to try and find my favorite scent in the brand. I highly recommend others use these or similar products to help keep small enclosed areas smelling nice without having to constantly spray aerosol cans.

For more info. about this product, please go to https://www.renuzit.com/product/cones/

Let me know in the comments below what products you finished up recently and what you think of them!