Kosasport Chemistry AHA Serum Deodorant Review

August 12, 2022 | jodi - a brash attitude

Hello, hello – welcome to A Brash Attitude!

After several weeks of testing, I’m finally ready to review the Kosasport Chemistry AHA Serum Deodorant that I purchased during a mini Sephora haul .[info in italics taken from the Sephora Canada website]

What it is: A clean, stain-free serum deodorant that features a unique AHA blend for the ultimate odor-fighting formula. Available in Serene Clean (notes of citrus, ylang ylang), Beachy Clean (notes of jasmine, sandalwood, vanilla), and Fragrance Free.

Highlighted Ingredients:

– AHA Blend: Deodorizes, exfoliates, improves skin‘s moisture, and addresses visible dullness and discoloration.

– Aloe Vera Juice: Moisturizes, soothes, and visibly invigorates

– Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates for softer, smoother skin.

What Else You Need to Know: Featuring a blend of shikimic, mandelic, and lactic acids, this deodorant targets odor where it starts by supporting a pH environment where odor-causing bacteria can‘t survive. Free from aluminum and baking soda, the cooling formula soothes skin, visibly brightens, helps prevent the occurrence of ingrown hairs, and feels good to roll on.

The good – very gentle and non-irritating on my sensitive underarm skin. It even feels hydrating. The Beach Clean scent blend of jasmine, sandalwood and vanilla is quite lovely. As you might know, I’m not normally a fan of jasmine, but this blend works. I am currently avoiding all baking soda based deodorants due to sensitivity.

The less good – During our recent heatwave, this deodorant crapped out on me – and full disclosure, it wasn’t pretty (can we say stanktacular)! But on cooler days, it worked great. So personally I would use another deodorant form my stash on super active or super hot days, and use this one on cooler or less active days. The thing about natural deodorants is that due to our differences in body chemistry (and diet etc), a deodorant that works well for one person, might be horrible for another person.

Overall – I like this deodorant, but I don’t love it.

Have you tried this deodorant?

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Disclosure: In case you missed it at the beginning, I purchased this!

Nécessaire The Body Lotion Review

August 3, 2022 | jodi - a brash attitude

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If you follow me on InstaGram, you’ll know that I purchased The Body Lotion from Sephora a few weeks ago, and have been using it pretty much daily ever since, so I’m finally ready to review it! [info in italics taken from the Sephora website]

What it is: A daily multi-vitamin moisturizing treatment to nourish and strengthen the skin. Fast-absorbing. Hypoallergenic. Dermatologist-Tested. Non-Comedogenic.

Highlighted Ingredients:

– Niacinamide: Clinically shown vitamin B3 helps strengthen the skin’s natural barrier.

– Plant Oils: Marula, cacay, and meadowfoam oils help nourish the skin.

– Peptides: Two signal peptides help skin’s visible firmness and tightness.

What Else You Need to Know: The Body Lotion is a fast-absorbing moisturizing treatment with facial-grade ingredients. Barrier-supporting Niacinamide, Marula, Meadowfoam and Cacay oils. Naturally rich in Vitamins A, C, E, Omegas 6, 9, and two peptides. Skin feels moisturized and nourished. No Silicones. No Parabens. No PEGs.

This is my first purchase from the brand Nécessaire, and there are two main reasons why I chose The Body Lotion – the first being that it is fragrance free, and the second is that I hoping for a super hydrating and quick absorbing body lotion. I also liked the combination of ingredients.

It is a super light texture, and it absorbs fairly fast, and hydrates my skin ALL DAY and doesn’t feel greasy on humid days!

Have you tried this body lotion?

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Disclosure: I purchased this!

Merit Signature Lip Reviews – Baby and L’Avenue

May 4, 2022 | jodi - a brash attitude

Hello, hello – welcome to / welcome back to A Brash Attitude.

If you follow me on InstaGram, you will have seen that I did a very small order during the Sephora annual sale. Today I’m reviewing and swatching two of the Merit Signature Lip Lightweight Lipsticks [info in italics taken from the Sephora website].

What it is: A sheer lipstick with a satin finish and the benefits of a lip balm—without the heaviness of a traditional lipstick.

Formulation Type: Lipstick Benefits: Hydrating

Highlighted Ingredients: Squalane and Sunflower Seed Oil: Lock in long-lasting moisture. Papaya Fruit Extract: Soothes lips. Raspberry Oil: Moisturizes and adds a soft aroma.

There are eight shades listed on the Sephora website, and I purchased the shades Baby (neutral pink) and L’Avenue (berry brown). Baby is the perfect pink toned nude on me, and L’avenue pulls more berry than brown on me. I love them both!

Merit Signature Lip Baby and L'avenue Swatches

These lipsticks are so hydrating! The colour applies sheer, but is slightly buildable. SO comfortable on the lips. It really does feel lightweight. Probably the most comfortable lipstick I’ve ever worn. It isn’t super long wearing, but I don’t mind re-applying as I would with a lip balm.

I’d like to pick up a few more shades at some point – most likely Tiger (brick red) and Fashion (soft berry).

Have you tried these lipsticks?

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Disclosure: In case you missed it at the beginning, I purchased these things. And I might do it again!

Sephora Beauty Insider Birthday Gift 2020 – Briogeo Revive & Repair Duo Review

May 19, 2020 | jodi - a brash attitude

Hello, hello!

Briogeo Revive & Repair Duo

Although my birthday was in early April, I only received my Sephora Annual Birthday Gift in May – there were a choice of a few mini sets, and I chose the Briogeo Mini Charcoal + Coconut Oil Shampoo and Mini Deep Conditioning Mask. [info in italics taken from the Sephora website]

Briogeo Revive & Repair Duo

Great hair starts with this bestselling duo! Detoxify your scalp and deep cleanse with Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo. Restore and strengthen dry, damaged hair with Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask, revealing healthy-looking and shiny locks.

I’ve previously tried the Don’t Despair Repair Deep Conditioning Mask and loved it, so I won’t review it today. I’ll just focus on the Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo.

Briogeo Revive & Repair Duo

This unique shampoo infuses binchotan charcoal to draw impurities from the scalp and hair follicle, providing the foundation for optimal scalp health. Vegetable-derived micro-exfoliators remove dead skin cells and product buildup to support a clean, balanced, and healthy scalp, as a cooling blend of peppermint and spearmint oils reduces scalp itchiness. Tea tree oil features anti-septic and healing properties to reduce scalp irritation, while coconut oil delivers superior moisturization to the scalp to combat and prevent dryness and flakiness. Super-vitamin panthenol provides essential nutrients to strengthen the hair roots and shaft.

This is a mega-minty shampoo treatment. My scalp felt tingly and soothed, and super clean. The mini jar contains enough for me to get three or four uses (depending on how much I use each time). I could see myself buying this and using it as a scalp detox treatment twice a month.

Briogeo Revive & Repair Duo

Did you pick this mini kit as your birthday gift, or did you go for one of the others?

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Disclosure: This was a free gift as part of being a Beauty Insider.

Sephora Birthday Gift 2019 – Drunk Elephant Kit Review

Sephora Beauty Insider Annual Birthday Gift 2019 - Drunk Elephant

May 3, 2019 | jodi - a brash attitude

Hello, hello!

I finally picked up my Sephora Beauty Insider annual birthday gift. There was a choice between a Kat Von D kit and the Drunk Elephant kit. Since I’ve head so much about how awesome the Drunk Elephant line is, I knew that I had to choose that one! [info in italics taken from the Sephora website]

The kit contains two samples: Mini Protini™ Polypeptide Cream & Mini Beste™ No.9 Jelly Cleanser.

Let’s take a look at the Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer:

What it is:
A protein moisturizer that combines an unprecedented array and concentration of actives for improvement in the appearance of skin’s tone, texture, and firmness.
Solutions for:
– Loss of firmness and elasticity
– Dryness
– Dullness and uneven texture
Protini’s proprietary formula delivers revived, younger-looking skin, almost from the first application. Lines, wrinkles, and signs of sun-damage appear reduced, while depleted skin feels strengthened and moisturized.

This moisturizer is super lightweight, almost gel like in texture, and it sinks into my skin quickly, but at the same time it is very hydrating. It works well with my foundation and powder too. I really like this moisturizer, and I can see how long term use could be really beneficial.

Now onto the Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser:

An innovative jelly cleanser that removes all traces of makeup, excess oil, pollution, and any other grime from the day. Free of SLS, fragrance, and essential oils, Beste™ No. 9 is totally non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and appropriate for all skin.
Solutions for:
– Oiliness
– Makeup removal
If you want to know more…
With a unique blend of mild surfactants and makeup-dissolving emollients, this gentle formula rinses away without an ounce of residue, leaving skin clean and soft.

This is such a great cleanser, very gentle and perfect for my sensitive skin. It removes makeup easily and doesn’t make my skin feel dry or irritated. I can see this cleanser working for every skin type.

Have you tried anything from Drunk Elephant?

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Disclosure: Free Sephora Beauty Insider annual birthday gift.

Weekly Recap to April 2nd to 8th

April 8, 2018 | jodi - a brash attitude

Hello, hello!

Just a little recap of the past week’s blog posts in case you’ve missed out and want to catch up…

Monday, April 2nd – Monthly Empties March 2018

Empties March 2018

Wednesday, April 4th – Yarok Feed Your Ends Leave-In Conditioner

Friday, April 6th – Sephora Beauty Insider Birthday Gifts 2018

Bite Beauty Lip Set - Sephora Birthday Gifts 2018

My birthday was on Friday, and most of the day involved me being curled on the couch with a blanket, my Ipad, Kindle and Netflix. I got hit with a terrible chest cold, so instead of going out for a birthday meal as originally planned, we ended up getting sushi to go from my fave little place.

All of the birthday wishes on various social media channels helped lift my spirits, so thank you!

We were supposed to go to Mr. A’s family’s place for a birthday brunch, but decided to postpone as I was still quite ill, and did not want to risk infecting them. So we will be celebrating with them next weekend instead. Surely by then I’ll no longer feel like death warmed over!

Thanks for reading and have a beautiful day! ❤

Disclosure: Please see original blog posts for product disclosures, all are identified.

Sephora Birthday Gifts 2018

April 6, 2018 | jodi - a brash attitude

Hello, hello!

This year Sephora added more choices for their Beauty Insider 2018 Birthday Gift Selections – there is a Glam Glow Clearing Treatment and Moisturizer Set, a Bite Beauty Lip Set and a Bumble and Bumble Shampoo and Conditioner Set.

Of course I picked the Bite Beauty Lip Set! Info in italics taken from the Sephora website.

Bite Beauty Lip Set - Sephora Birthday Gifts 2018

Mini Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Chai, Mini Matte Crème Lip Crayon in Glacé, and Agave Lip Treatment Sample Duo

Bite Beauty Lip Set - Sephora Birthday Gifts 2018

A kit of lip essentials made with good-for-you ingredients. Experience high-pigment, creamy color in two exclusive shades with a moisture-rich lipstick and lip crayon. Exfoliate with a conditioning scrub, then soothe with a hydrating balm.

Bite Beauty Lip Set - Sephora Birthday Gifts 2018

.05oz/ 1.55 g Mini Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Chai
.031oz/ .89 g Mini Matte Crème Lip Crayon in Glacé
.018oz/ .50 g Agave Lip Balm
.018oz/ .50 g Agave Sugar Lip Scrub

Bite Beauty Lip Set - Sephora Birthday Gifts 2018

Both the Mini Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Chai and the Mini Matte Crème Lip Crayon in Glacé are perfect shades for me. And I didn’t already own either shade!

I’ve been saving the Agave Lip Balm and Agave Sugar Scrub to use today (my actual birthday) – and wow, I need to get my hands a the full sizes ASAP!

Thanks for reading and have a beautiful day!

Disclosure: Annual Beauty Insider free birthday gift from Sephora.

Sephora Beauty Insider Birthday Gift 2017

April 7, 2017 | jodi - a brash attitude

Hello, hello!

So as you all probably know Sephora has a Beauty Insider program and one of the perks is that you get a little gift on your birthday. There was a choice between a mini makeup set from Tarte, or a skincare set from Caudalie. I chose the Tarte set.

Sephora Beauty Insider Birthday Gift 2017

In it you have a mini Amazonian Clay Blush in the shade Paaarty (the mini is 1.5g / 0.05oz, and a full size blush is 5.6g / 0.20oz) and a mini Tarteist Lip Paint in the shade Birthday Suit (mini is 1ml / 0.034oz, full size is 6lm / 0.20oz).

I love the Amazonian Clay Blushes as they are highly pigmented, and long wearing. The shade works perfectly on my for a very natural flush.

The Tarteist Lip Paint is very comfortable on my lips, but personally I think that the shade is a little too pale nude on me. It swatches much darker on my arm then it does on my lips. I prefer more pink toned nude shades for me.