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Sam R.

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I'm a person whose willing to try anything new!

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I’m a very honest person when it comes to reviewing products, because I never want to waste peoples time, and I’m very passionate to try and find the right product!

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Beauty, art, reading, and crime documentaries

77 Reviews by Sam

  • NEST New York

11/26/22

The one exotic fragrance that stuck with me over the years was by the brand NEST. The brand offers a wide range of scents, specifically from the Mediterranean region. I love how long the scent lasts and bottle is so beautiful as well. My favorite scent is Indigo, which has notes of Italian lemon, orange bergamot, Moroccan tea, Kashmir wood, and wild figs. Definitely check them out in Sephora!

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Indigo eau de parfum

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  • Zoosk

8/30/22

I've looked at the way other big name online dating platforms, such as Hinge and Bumble are set up, and the way Zoosk is, is far from that. The App as well as the website need to be updated, it's not set up where a modern day customer can use the platform and not feel confused or overwhelmed by how crowded everything is. I also can't even imagine how confusing it must be to know whether the person you're talking to is a real person or not. Making a profile takes only a minute and there is barely any verification involved to confirm whether or not you are a real person.

  • Impressions Online Boutique

7/21/22

I looked into their boutique because I needed some clothes for my summer vacation and I wasn't able to find any semi modest but also trendy clothing that I can wear that also wouldn't make me sweat a lot from the heat. I loved the unique pieces they had like the babydoll tops as well as the woven belts. I normally wouldn't be able to find pieces like that any where else and I enjoyed that they were decently priced as well. When I made the purchase I did have to pay $8 for shipping but it was worth it because the package came within the next few days.

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baby doll top and coconut woven belt

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  • Gigispa

7/21/22

Every method I used to remove my upper lip hair would irritate my skin so much resulting in hives, burning, and itching. It wasn't until I decided to try the hair removal cream by GiGi that I found a pain free result. This product works really well to remove hair from your face in a gentle way that also lasts a descent time. The best part about using this product is the fact that the brand is very affordable.

  • Curtsyapp

6/17/22

This past year I've been using different buying and selling websites like Depop, Poshmark and Curtsy. Out of all of them, curtsy would be my least favorite mainly due to the fact that it's just not consistent what so ever. There will be times where my items will sell weeks after my initial listing for a price less than my original price because of the automatic negotiation service with the buyers and there will be other times where my listings will just get deleted. Save your time and sell with Depop or Poshmark.

  • Lumanere

6/17/22

If your a frequent waxer or shaver who notices a lot of skin irritation in terms of redness, ingrown hair, and pimples, I highly recommend you purchase Lumanere's razor bumps solution roll-on. Ever since I started using this after waxing/shaving I have seen a serious reduction in ingrown hair and redness. I mainly love the application of the product itself, it's very convenient to use as its a roll on and not messy whatsoever. I also love how it doubles as a dark spot corrector as well and i've definitely seen the difference with that. Ordering was very easy to use and the product came within the week without any problems.

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Lumanere Razor Bumps Solution for Ingrown Hair, Hair Inhibitor After Shave Serum, Roll-on for Bikini Area, Legs and Underarm Area for Men and Women

  • Cremeofnature

6/17/22

I have 3B/3C curl pattern and my hair has always been very prone to dryness. Every hair stylist I have ever talked to always told me to use very minimal styling products to define my curls while not weighing my hair down. Ever since I started using their leave in styling milk and mousse my hair has never felt better. Their products are moisturizing and not thick so it's the key to keeping my curls hydrated and defined. My favorite part about them would definitely have to be the scent. I love the moroccan scent and the way it lasts in my hair for days until my next shower.

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Moisture Recovery Leave-In Curl Milk & Style & Shine Foaming Mousse

  • Aptoskincare

6/17/22

I tried out their orange blossom lip balm with coconut oil and it truly did live up to it's name. It was softening to the point where you can feel the oils soak into your lips and feel hydrated for a long period of time. As for the plumping aspect, I personally didn't see a difference but none the less i've repurchased this lip balm two times now and it will always remain my favorite. The best part about their brand is the fact that they're cruelty free and vegan so you know the products your putting on your skin is clean.

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Orange Blossom Lip Balm with Coconut Oil

  • Earththerapeutics

6/17/22

In general, i've always had very dry and cracked feet. I saw their tea tree foot peeling spray being advertised on TikTok and I was immediately intrigued by it because the dry skin seemed to crumble right off the persons foot. After trying out the product on myself I saw the same results but i couldn't tell if it was a gimmick or not. I put the product on other surfaces and after rubbing it would also start crumbling. I will say that my feet do feel hydrated and soft but overall I think you can spend your money else where to get better results.

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Tea Tree Foot Peeling Spray

  • CeraVe

5/28/22

I've always had mild to moderate acne prone skin since I was in middle school and it's been very hard to control the breakouts. I knew that a foaming cleanser would be my best option considering I also have combo skin. The 4% benzoyl peroxide and ceramides work deep into my skin controlling the acne within my pores. I can honestly say that i've noticed a difference when using this, but I do have to moisturize right after to avoid dry patches as this can dry out your skin. Even my dermatologist approved me to continue using this product as the ingredients are extremely beneficial in reducing the bacteria and oil that causes me breakouts.

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cleanser

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  • Chinese Laundry

5/28/22

I've been looking for a similar version to the Steve Madden slinky sandals and I finally found something that fits the description. It's not 100% the exact same, like the upper material of the sandal being stiffer compared to the Steve Madden ones and the brown lining, but overall it gives the same look and I love it!

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sandals

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  • Miss Lola

5/28/22

I've been searching to find the most perfect and comfortable summer sandals that weren't too high and that didn't hurt my feet. I was able to find what I was looking for with Miss Lola. Ever since I got them I have not stopped wearing them. These sandals practically go with anything and I always get a lot of compliments whenever I wear them.

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sandals

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  • bareMinerals

4/18/22

I've never been an eyeshadow person, mainly because I always found it too time consuming. Using the loose mineral eye color makes it so easy to use, all I have to do is take my fluffy eyeshadow brush and apply it to my eyelid, I barely have to blend if not at all and it takes a few seconds to do. At the end, my makeup looks very effortlessly beautiful, not to mention the color "bare skin" makes my eyes pop.

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  • NYX

3/20/22

All my life I've had very thick and bushy brows that whenever I let grow out would be very hard to manage. By the time I would get home my eyebrow hairs would be going in different directions. Ive tried a lot of failed products that didn't help my brows stay in place but the nyx "the brow glue" became such a staple in my makeup routine. The consistency feels exactly like glue and holds my brows in place the entire day!

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  • Thekriptstore

2/27/22

The Kript Aviva bag definitely has a unique look to it, I love the brown leather material and the gold buckles added to the straps. My only issue would have to be that there is no smaller zipper inside the bag. You kind of just have to throw all your stuff in there, but overall I love pairing the purse with most of my outfits.

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Aviva bag

  • SheaMoisture

2/27/22

I've been using the brand Shea Moisture for a long time and have always seen great results, so it was no surprise that I would love the Curl Glam shampoo and conditioner. These two products paired together really help maintain the moisture in my hair as I have naturally dry curly hair that is prone to being frizzy and dull. When using these products, I felt my hair become so soft and easy to detangle in the shower which is amazing as it made my hair look so soft and defined after the shower, when my hair was dried. The best part would definitely have to be the amazing ingredients that I know I'm putting in my hair and the fact that it has no sulfates, parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, and mineral oil.

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  • eBay

2/27/22

One of my all time favorite perfume would have to be Flower by Kenzo Red Edition. I remember the first time I ever smelt it as a sample from one of those perfume stands at the mall, and I knew that I would always be obsessed with that scent. The best way I can describe the scent would be having notes of orange, blood mandarin, and bergamot paired with orange blossom and jasmine. The only bad thing about it would have to be the price, which is why I recommend you buy the dupe version as it looks and smells exactly the same for only a fraction of the price!

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  • Milani

2/27/22

For the longest time I never wanted to wear blush because I thought it wouldn't look flattering on my fair skin with pink undertone. It wasn't until I tried this blush that it made me change my mind. The Milani baked blush in 03 berry amore is such a beautiful light rosy shade but also looks so natural! I love how it even has hints of golden shimmer as well. I will say that whenever I wear this blush I choose to not wear any highlight on my temple as it would be too much of a shimmer for my preference.

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  • Flowerdeliveryhouston.florist

1/27/22

If you live in the Houston area and are in need of a flower bouquet for Valentines or any other occasion then I recommend you go here. I ordered a bouquet of flowers on Valentines day for my mom a few years back and I really enjoyed their service. They have a wide selection of flowers and arrangements to choose from and the best part is that it's at an affordable price.

  • Etsy

1/27/22

If you know someone like me where they're really into crystals then I recommend you go and get them a Valentines Crystal box. I received this last year as a gift from a friend and I absolutely loved it, it was such a cute and fun surprise. Not to mention, the packaging was just absolutely adorable. It's definitely a good way to gift a friend something they love while being in theme with the occasion. I wish I took a picture of it when I got it but this example from Etsy is basically the same as the one I received.

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