Sponge Malfunctions

I don't know if I'm the only one, but it seems that the last few months, there is at least one sponge that just disentagrate in my hand while in the shower.

These are a few I collected but I had more crumbling into my hands!

But anyway, here is what I learned from this whole sponge debacle:

• Rubber-like sponges are a no-no.
• Better stick to the net ones.
• Don't ever think of buying the cheap one that comes in a packaging: if it's in a bag, it has something to hide!

 Please do share what are your sponges of choice, as it seems that I just get what is at the store at the moment I need one. Maybe I should stick to a brand? Which one is your favourite?

Book Review: La Célibataire (in French)

 

Aujourd'hui j'écris un post en français pour la simple et bonne raison que le livre dont je parle est en français seulement.

J'ai vu La Célibataire pendant que j'étais dans la file au Jean Coutu. Un achat impulsif qui a marché avec moi cette fois-ci!

Je n'avais pas encore entendu parler de ce livre, mais je trouvais la couverture accrocheuse! Par contre, je savais que India Desjardins, l'auteure, est mieux connue pour ses romans pour adolescentes, alors j'ai lu le résumé à l'arrière pour m'assurer que c'était dans ma tranche d'âge...

La Célibataire sait repérer si le mâle est libre à son contenu d'épicerie. Parfait! Si elle fait son épicerie, c'est que ce n'est pas une adolescente. Hé hop! Dans mon panier!

La Célibataire est un receuil de bandes dessinées d'une ou deux planches chacunes, mettant en vedette... la Célibataire! Elle n'a aucun nom, comme le reste des personnages d'ailleurs (sauf Zorro le chat), ce qui nous permet de nous identifier à elle (si on est célibataire) et de jumeller nos propres amies aux siennes. Chaque fille pourra se reconnaitre en elle, même en couple, car on a toutes eu les mêmes questionnements, ou nos amies ont vécu les mêmes péripéties.

J'ai commencé le livre en après-midi en le lisant parcimonieusement, et je l'ai terminé le soir. C'est le problème avec ce recueil, il se lit trop vite et on en redemande! Un tome 2! Un tome 2!

La Célibataire, de India Desjardins avec dessins de Magalie Foutrier, aux éditions Michel Lafon.
J'ai acheté ma copie au Jean Coutu pour $20.

Quel est votre livre coup de coeur du moment?

Annabelle Spring Summer 2013 Collection

You may know I'm a fan of Annabelle by now!

I'm so proud that it is a Quebec brand, and a really good one! Yay us!

They just released their limited edition Spring-Summer 2013 Collection. This collection contains 2 products, in various vibrant shades.

TwinSet Eyeshadow Eyeliner Duo: An eyeshadow tip paired with a black kajal eyeliner. You will be channelling your inner Eastern beauty this summer! Comes in three colours: Cobalt (blue), Aqua (turquoise) and Vendetta (purple). Around $9 each.

 The popular TwistUp Lipstick Crayon is offered in two new shades, Orange and Berry. Around $10.

The limited edition collection is available from May in pharmacies and mass retail stores.

Stay tuned to see what I picked up from the collection!

April Empties

Samples

Hi girlies!
I'm really proud of this month's empties! My goal was to finish 20 things, but seeing that I purchased 25, I wanted to equal this number and I did! Yay me!

Body Products

Dove Go Fresh Soap: I had problems with body odours lately and even though trying to regulate my hormones with a new pill, the doctor advised me to use Dove soaps. So it was a rediscovery for me.

NSpa Candy Floss Shower and Bath Gel: I bought a gift set of those shower gels at Wal-Mart because they all had scrumtpious scents. This one smelled good, but I wouldn't have called Candy Floss, but Caramel, as it was smelling like caramel really!

Face and Hand Products

Bioré Triple Action Astringent: My friend Mel gave and recommended this to me for my spots. I really liked it, as it dried the little monsters! As it contains salicylic acid, this is drying, and I only used it on problem areas.

L'Occitane en Provence 20% Shea Hand Cream: I always love L'Occitane's creams! This one came in my last Loose Button Luxe Box!

Hair Products

Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express White Strips: Wow! This is a miracle product! I had samples of these, but after one use, I could see a good difference! When I purchase another whitening kit, this will probably be the one!

Bourjois Healthy Mis Serum Gel Foundation in 53 Light Beige: I liked the original Healthy Mix, and this one didn't disapoint. Foundations containing serums are my favourite!

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Hydrating Care: A good moisturizer for oily skin, as it is light.

Rimmel London Wake Me Up Foundation in 200 Soft Beige: This ws a good foundation, I can see why bloggers like it, but there are others out there I prefer. The colour I got in my sample was not a true match, thought.

Have you finished some good products in April?

Hair Bean Review

I have been wanting a Tangle Teezer for a while now, but somehow I couldn't forke the $20 to purchase it whan I knew that girls like Sineady Cady got a similar brush at Primark for around €2. Yes, my hair can be an investment, but still 10 times the price is not on.

Well, I was browsing the beauty aisle at Dollarama (as you do) and I came across the Hair Bean. Right away I grabbed mine, as for $2, I would be sick not to after all this time waiting!

Two different size of dents

Hair Bean is a detangling brush, it's made of plastic. It has two layers of dents, which makes it easier to detangle all layers of hair at the same time. Which is perfect for me, as I have thick and long hair. Not only that, but each hair is fine, and I have a lot of them, so they are always tangled and a nightmare to brush.

Travelling case

Handy miror

It also comes with a travelling case (well, personally I don't really see the point) that has a miror (which can be handy while out and about).


I got mine while I was in Quebec City last week and I didn't bring all my hair products with me so with that and the hotel water, it was a great time to put Hair Bean to the test!

I have to say that it works wonders, especially on wet hair. They say it's good for wet and dry hair, which is true, but you can see it perform better on wet hair. A few strokes and the hair is brushed, you don't have to wrestle like crazy on a knot that's at the nape of your neck!

I would say the only negative thing is that is has that weird shcrou schrou sound, but from videos I have seen, the Tangle Teezer does that too. It might be just a question of the plastic used for the brush.

Hair Bean is $2 at Dollarama (various locations, got mine at Laurier Québec), or Bed Bath and Beyond for $10.

How do you detangle your hair? What's your favourite hair product?

Get the Guy! Now!

About a year ago I became single, after 9 years in a relationship. Well, 9 years at my age is basically my whole adult life! So, even though I really knew that specific guy, I was not used to dating anymore.

That's when I stumble upon Matthew Hussey on YouTube. Instantly I liked his videos. (Ok, it helps that he is cute. And I melt when I hear a British accent!) His are no-nonsense tips (not unlike some other things you hear sometimes).My friends and I have tried his "look" tip a few times, with success!

This year is a big year for Matthew. Alongside working with Eva Longoria on the new show Ready for Love, Matthew has launched his book, Get the Guy, in North America this week!

I can't wait to read the book, as Matthew has been consistent with quality material ever since I stumble across his blog ans YouTube channel. I really like his "Wait or Create" philosophy, not just in relationships, but in all aspects in life. If you're not familiar with him, you can check an exerpt of his book on Amazon ;)

To get the word out there that his book was coming, he posted a video a few weeks ago and I thought it was so funny. Here is the link for you to enjoy!

 

Those girls have the same questions my friends and I do.  Hehe! They're cute.

Matthew's team has provided me with a great offer for my American fans. The first 30 girls that buy a print copy of the book (either on Amazon or in a local library) gets one of his Get the Guy Tour ticket (US and Toronto venues). All you have to do is provide me a copy of your receit at msbububusiness (at) gmail(dot) com and I will forward it the Matthew's people.

Here's where you can find more of Matthew Hussey online:
Blog
YouTube
Twitter
Ready for Love

Did you already know Matthew Hussey? What's the best dating advice you have ever received?

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2 for 1: February and March Empties

You get two for one today on my empties. I didn't get the opportunity to feature my February ones, but I didn't want to just throw them away because I worked hard on finishing them!

February

February Body  Empties

Duh! Look at the state of the Joe Fresh Sponge! I usually don't like the ones like that, I prefer mesh ones.

Lipsy London Body Butter: Got this for a gift set from Boots ans I really like it. If I stumble across more Lipsy beauty product I will repurchase taht again.

Como Shambhala Invigorate Lotion: I know it says invigorate, but I used this before going to bed and it helped soothes me. I might repurchase

Skincare

LeBelle Natural Skincare Cream Cleanser: I liked to use this in the Winter time. Read my review for in depth details.

Makeup

Chanel Perfection Lumiere Long-Wear Flawless Fluid Makeup in 30 Beige: I liked this one, but unless most foundation sample, this one was far from matching my complexion, so I had to use it with my own. The one I used had FPS 10, which is different than the one on the website (FPS15)

Clinique Full Potential Lips Plump and Shine in Blackberry Bloom and Luscious Lilac: Both are great shades, when I first got this I never thought I would actually use the darker shade (Blackberry Bloom). It was actually part of my favourite lip combo in February! And now it seems to be discountinued :( Typical

Samples

Joe Fresh Grapefruit Glycerin Soap: This was fruity and nice. Unlike the body sponge, I would recommend it, but is doesn't seem to exists anymore.

SPAressource Coconut Lime Body Lotion: You can never go wrong with a SPAressource body butter, they smells divine, apply easily and sinks in fast.

Candles

I decided to include candles from now on, because I buy so many and I need to use them before going on a spree (this doesn't include Bath and Body Works when I go to Quebec City)

The White Barn Brandied Pear: This came out for Christmas. I smells exactly like you would expect, slightly more on the brandy side than the pear on. I wasn'T a fan of this while it burns, because it was too alcoholy. It actually made me feel hangover! Not good!



Total of empties for February: 34

March:

March Body Empties

Ivy and Castle White Tea and Citrus Foaming Hand Wash: If your Dollarama stockes this, grab a few bottles. This smells divine! We got a few bottles at home because we never know when (and which store) is going to carry it. Similar to the Bath and Body Works foaming hand soap.

Ombra Spa SOS Hand Care Cream: This was our home staple this winter. A good hand cream that isn't just a greasy goop. Guess what? It's made in Germany! Germans have the best products I'm telling you!

Makeup and Perfumes

UNE Skin-Glow Foundation in G08: This foundation is the worst I've ever come across. It's greasy it's patchy, it clings to everything on the skin. Terrible, just terrible! It was also the reason of my biggest and latest acne breakout. Yep, sometimes being zealous and wanting to finish a nightmare of a product is not a good thing. So I didn't finish it. And I will certainly not repurchase!

Garnier Miracle Skin Perfector Combination to Oily Skin in Light: This one was good for oily skin. Now I don't remember how the normal version was, but I think it was just meh for me. This one is better. I would not use the light one anymore thought, as even in the winter it is slightly too pale for me!

Samples

And I don't have much to say about the samples, unless that I liked the Eucerin Hyal-Urea creams. Urea is a good thing. Just do not think about what it actually is!

Total of empties for March: 19

What about your fav/worst products of the last couple months? Tell me!