http://www.viewpoints.com/aboutme/black-star-47001 Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:03:05 GMT Reviews by black-star-47001 http://www.viewpoints.com/Maybelline-Great-Lash-Mascara-Soft-Black-43-oz-review-30e91 Great Lash has been #1 for a long time, and for a good reason...It works! You can use one coat for a day look, or 2 or 3 coats for a more dramatic look. I love that I can apply this mascara in the morning and not reapply all day. I also love how it doesn't clump or make my lashes... Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:03:05 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Maybelline-Great-Lash-Mascara-Soft-Black-43-oz-review-30e91 black-star-47001 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Max-Factor-Max-Factor-Eyeshadow-in-Compass-Rose-review-35120 This MAX Factor trio offers light pink, plum, and lavender. The only down side to this product is the name. Compass rose implies rose shades, but the trio offers shades of purple. The colors are great though. I use the plum and lavender for a sultry night look, and I use the lavender and pink for a flirty day look. The colors are versatile and great for someone who wants many looks for minimal money. —... Sat, 15 Dec 2007 19:52:01 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Max-Factor-Max-Factor-Eyeshadow-in-Compass-Rose-review-35120 black-star-47001 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Max-Factor-Max-Factor-Eyeshadow-in-Rainforest-review-10ca0 This Max Factor color palette offers three great shades:  yellow-gold, olive, and deep rose. The trio is extremely versatile as well. I often use the olive with the gold, the rose with the gold, or all three together, but you could combine the shades in anyway. I have extremely fair skin, and these shades are not at all over powering. The colors are sexy and sultry when used together. I love this... Sat, 15 Dec 2007 19:27:04 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Max-Factor-Max-Factor-Eyeshadow-in-Rainforest-review-10ca0 black-star-47001 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/E-L-F-Brightening-Eye-Shadow-in-Luxe-review-9c323 /most eyeshadows I have tried are too bold, messy, or clashing. This eyeshadow, however, was none of these. It really does brighten up my blue eyes. The earth tones compliment my skin, and the slight shimmer is not annoying. This shadow is perfect for someone with little time to get ready and needs that extra boost. The one bad aspect however, is that it does not last that long. The shadow usually wore off on me after 2 hours. I sugest dabbing a bit of concealer or foundation on your eyelids first, then apply the powder. That keeps it on a bit longer. The price was reasonable as well; only 2 dollars! —... Sat, 15 Dec 2007 18:23:12 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/E-L-F-Brightening-Eye-Shadow-in-Luxe-review-9c323 black-star-47001 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Neutrogena-Lip-Nutrtion-passion-fruit-boosting-balm-review-75a5 I have been battling extremely dry and chapped lips for about a month now. For the past week I have been constantly applying my lip moisturizer - with no improvement. Yesterday, I purchased this lip balm. I put it on the that night before I went to bed and my lips felt instantly hydrated. This morning, the balm stayed, my lips are still moisturized, and they feel incredibly soft! The price was a little more than I normally spend for a lip balm ($6.94), but it was well worth it. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone with severely chapped lips. I have sensitive skin, and most products irritate my lips, but this balm is extremely gentle. The tint is nice... Sun, 18 Nov 2007 17:02:31 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Neutrogena-Lip-Nutrtion-passion-fruit-boosting-balm-review-75a5 black-star-47001 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Ban-Invisible-Solid-Antiperspirant-Deodorant-Paradise-Winds-review-0896 I have a history of having extremely bad body odor. Growing up, I tried Certain Dri, Secret, Arrid, and even a few prescription strength OTC brands. My B.O. has gotten better over the years, but it still makes itself known. I first used Ban after getting a free sample. Though the scent could be a little better (I don't detect the "paradise" component) it does really well with keeping me dry and keeping me from smelling bad. I don't have to worry about spreading my odor when I have to raise my arms... Sun, 11 Nov 2007 19:48:54 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Ban-Invisible-Solid-Antiperspirant-Deodorant-Paradise-Winds-review-0896 black-star-47001 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Cetaphil-Daily-Facial-Cleanser-review-ad9b0 I have used many cleansers in the past and many have made me break out. "Gentle" brands such as Clean&Clear and Clearasil, aren't so gentle to me. Cetaphil however is amazing. I won this face wash through a daily freebie contest in Seventeen magazine and I have been using it ever since. You can even use the face wash without water water...and it doesn't get... Sat, 10 Nov 2007 19:38:05 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Cetaphil-Daily-Facial-Cleanser-review-ad9b0 black-star-47001 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Garnier-Fructis-Leave-In-Conditioning-Cream-Sleek-Shine-10-2-fl-oz-review-8a661 If you were to look into my shower, you would see green bottle, next to green bottle -- all labled "Garnier Fructis". When I saw this leave-in conditioner, I had to get it. The cream exceeded my expectations. My noramlly dry hair was ameliated by this conditioner. My frizz is 90% gone and my curls aren't as messy. Definitely a product to try if you have extremely frizzy... Sat, 10 Nov 2007 19:26:57 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Garnier-Fructis-Leave-In-Conditioning-Cream-Sleek-Shine-10-2-fl-oz-review-8a661 black-star-47001 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Burts-Bees-Coconut-Foot-Creme-review-800d I love Burt's Bees products, but this one was a miss. I got this as a birthday present and initially, I was thrilled...that is, until I used it. That night I did as the bottle said and I massaged the cream into my feet and covered them with cotton socks before I went to bed. The next morning, I was anticipating soft (or softer) feet, but as I removed the sock I found my feet were covered in small white bumps. They were not sore, but it did look gross. I saw my doctor and she said it was just a mild reaction to the cream. The irritation went away after about a week, but I threw the cream away. I would not recommend this... Sat, 10 Nov 2007 19:16:24 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Burts-Bees-Coconut-Foot-Creme-review-800d black-star-47001 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/Burts-Bees-Lip-Shimmers-review-ebc81 Due too my pale skin. many lip colors look very dramatic on me. I decided to try Burt's Bees Lip Shimmers in Watermelon after my sister could not stop talking about it. I tried the gloss and I was very pleased! It made my chapped lips extremely soft. The color isn't over-the-top either. On my skin, the watermelon was a good compliment, but there are darker and lighter colors available. Though there are only around 6 shades (I don't remember the exact number) there is definitely a shade for anyone and for any... Sat, 10 Nov 2007 19:02:55 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Burts-Bees-Lip-Shimmers-review-ebc81 black-star-47001 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Jergens-Natural-Glow-Self-Tanning-Daily-Moisturizer-review-32451 Being very pale, I burn easily. When I heard that this lotion was a gradual tanner and not an overnight thing, I was pretty excited. The day I bought the lotion, I used it on my legs (which too often blind others) as soon as I got home. It did great with moisturizing, but the smell wasn't too pleasent. The next day, I noticed my legs were a little less pale. I used the lotion again that night because the botle said you could use it every night and have the perfect glow in 7 days. The morning after however, I noticed dark streaks on my legs. Once the lotion begins to noticeably darken your skin, the uneven streaks and blotches become evident, especially if you are pale. I wouldn't reccomend this product simply because there are better products at better values available. I usually like Jergens, but this was a... Sat, 10 Nov 2007 18:40:55 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Jergens-Natural-Glow-Self-Tanning-Daily-Moisturizer-review-32451 black-star-47001 2