Iris for the masses

Advantages: Nice enough scent
Disadvantages: Isn't too original, poor staying power

...Launched: 2007 Group: Floral oriental Introduction I'm a miniature perfume collector and received a 3 x 5ml mini set of the Yves Rocher Secrets d'Essence range from a friend in France that contained Iris Noir Eau de Parfum. This fragrance is currently the latest addition to the collection which are themed compositions centered around some of the most well-known and used essences in perfumery such as the rose, amber or jasmin. The bottle The fragrance is contained in a simple-looking, clear cylindic bottle that sligtly widens at the top. The fragrance itself is light purple in colour that gives a soft and oriental feel, like Lancome's Hypnose and indeed the comparison isn't accidental. The fragrance Top notes: coriander, bergamot The opening notes of are somewhat sharp, rich citrus notes that are...

lillamarta 21.03.2009 · Read review
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Decleor Aromesscence Essential Balm

Advantages: Helps clear skin imperfections and refreshes and brightens skin
Disadvantages: A bit expensive

...Decleor Aromessence Essential Balm is elegantly presented in a 30ml smoky glass jar,with a pearlised white top,and then popped into the outer golden coloured box. Decleor Aromessence Balm ingredients include: Chamomile and Neroli to help smooth the skin Tonka Bean Resin to aid circulation Beeswax to protect and soften the skin Oil of Basil to heal and purify The Balm has a base of Hazelnut and avocado oil,which is nourishing and regenerating. A firm nightime balm that needs to be warmed in the palm of your hand before application. Once the balm has been gently applied to your face it feels `weightless` and it starts to set to work on your skin. Use every night after cleaning your face and thoroughly removing all of your make up. Because the Balm is pretty expensive to say the least I was a bit nervous about dipping into...

Sarahjh1 08.11.2008 · Read review
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Film on the life of Iris Murdock

Advantages: Brilliant weepy
Disadvantages: Had to keep wiping away tears to see

...I watched this film a few weeks back. I have read some of her novels, so was already familiar with her, but didn't know much about her life. The film starred the brilliant cast including Dame Judy Dench, Jim Broadbent and Kate Winslett. Kate's part as the young Iris is actually very small compared to the amount of media attention she got from the promo's. The real star for me is Jim Broadbent, absolutely brilliant! The film centres around Iris' slow descent into dementia from the early onset to the end and it captures all the signals without overdoing it. There is one point late in the film where the husband......... no, I will stop there. The film handles this difficult subject sensitively and Dame Judy is extremely believable. The most difficult part of dementia is when someone who has had such a sharp mind and who would...

orlando 31.01.2003 (15.03.2003) · Read review
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Review of Iris (DVD)

The best skin care product

Advantages: Keeps your skin feeling and looking younger
Disadvantages: None

...I have been using iris oil every day underneath my moisturising cream for over 2 years. All you need is jut 3 drops of the oil onto 1st, 2nd and 3rd fingers and smooth into the skin before your usual beauty regime. It makes your skin feel really soft. It is not greasy and protects your skin from the elements. The bottle goes a long way if used correctly (1 bottle can least for up to a whole year!) You don't need to use a Decleor moisturiser (I like to alternate with using one of the more expensive brands with a cheaper one as I think your skin can get used to one product and become immune to it). I have just moved into a new area and some new friends were trying to guess my age between themselves and when they asked me if I minded telling them how old I was, were really urprised to find I out I was at least 10 years older than...

redbabywolf 25.11.2007 · Read review
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Decleor Double Action Tinted Moisturiser

Advantages: A little goes a long way, covers blemishes, helps reduce spots and redness
Disadvantages: More expensive than other brands, only comes in one colour

...I got this Decleor 'Double Action Tinted Concealer' as a brand new hand-me-down. The concealer has aquatic plant extracts and essential oil in it. Decleor is a French company based in Paris and the concealer is also made in France. The concealer has a 12 month use by date, which is good since it is only a 15ml tube. Despite being such a small tube you only have to use the tiniest bit when you use it so it should end up lasting you for months. The concealer is aimed at combination and oily skin. Decleor tend to package all of their products in an egg yolk yellow colour (with a few exceptions) I really like their packaging and it always looks a very happy colour. Despite being yellow in colour the packaging looks quite simple with their logo in black font at the top of the tube and then a description of what the product is...

ivytoad 28.07.2008 · Read review
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Review of Decleor Aroma Purete Double Action Tinted Concealer

Decleor doesn't work 4 everyone!

Advantages: Light gel, easily absorbed, lasts for a while
Disadvantages: Expensive, not effective on older marks/ scars

...I was first introduced to the Decleor range by a family member, and they recommended this product for the stretch marks and scars that I had. Previously to purchasing this product I had various other products, which to be honest did not seem that effective in the long term or did not show consistent results which I was satisfied with. Why use this product? ************************ The main emphasise on the Decleor range is that it is all formulated using the concept of aromatherapy, therefore using natural ingredients on the skin. The prolagene gel can be used to firm or prevent/ minimise the appearance of marks and scars. It is used exactly the same as you would use a lotion after a bath or shower, making sure that you massage the necessary areas of the body or face. The gel is easily spread therefore a minimal amount is needed...

Yazzi1 02.07.2007 · Read review
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Decleor Firming Stretch Mark Cream

Advantages: Makes skin feel soft and smooth
Disadvantages: Haven't really seen the desired effect!

...I really like the Decleor range and when I saw this product I really wanted to try it to see if it really did what it said on the tube 'Firming Stretch Mark Cream'. The design of the tube is simple and attractive. Like a lot of other Decleor products it comes in a nice yellow colour. It has 'Decleor' written at the top of the tube and then the product name in French, and then its translation in to English. It comes with a yellow screw top lid so it is easy to squeeze the lotion out of the tube. The cream has a good 12 month shelf life once it has been opened, and if you use it everyday it shouldn't be a problem using it up in this amount of time! The Decleor line isn't that available on the high street, although I know John Lewis stocks it. It is quite widely available on line and Decleor have their own UK website, and amazon...

ivytoad 02.02.2008 · Read review
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Review of Decleor Body Firming & Renewal Tonilastil Firming Stretch Mark Cream With Plant Extracts

Decleor Hydrotenseur Eye Serum - A "MUST HAVE" !

Advantages: A fantastic firming eye product which does deliver what it claims
Disadvantages: Disadvantages: The pump!, can be a little expensive but one month on, one off helps

...Decleor Eye Contour Firming Serum - I LOVE this serum. There comes a time in every woman´s life when her eyes seem to get smaller, eye shadow does not go on so well and the dreaded "hooded" look starts to appear - this is the time to buy this tried and tested Decleor Firming Serium. It is a cool smooth textured liquid gel which you should use twice daily for a month and then give yourselves a month off (try NOT to get addicted to using it all the time!) A little goes a long way and a tiny almost rice size pump is enough - this is the only problem, the pump alwayas seems to give out just a little too much, and with the cost, one hopes Decleor may address this matter. In short it is a firming and moisturising serum especially designed to lift and moisturise the delicate eye areaa dual-action moisturising and firming effect, helping to keep...

dosolivos 28.03.2009 · Read review
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Decleor oh la la!

Advantages: Makes skin really smooth, a nice treat
Disadvantages: A bit on the pricey side

...I really like Decleors line of beauty products. This exfoliating product is especially good, but I think that you are paying quite a lot for the brand name as I think that a cheaper product could do the job just as well. But this is really nice for a treat. The tube comes in a 200ml size and costs around £27 (from the Decleor website). The key ingredients in it are Micro-Beads, Sweet Almond Oil and Limnanthes Alba, Aloe Vera Gel and Soya Lecithin. As it has plant extracts in it you feel like you are using something really natural. The exfoliating cream itself is white and quite creamy and it has tiny exfoliating beads in it which are really effective. You can use it for all over your body. I found that it made my skin really soft and clean, and it didn't dry out my skin which meant that I didn't have to moisturise afterwards...

ivytoad 16.01.2008 · Read review
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Decleor Face Mask - wonderful!

Advantages: A real treat, works really well
Disadvantages: Quite pricey for a small amount

...I really enjoyed using this face mask. I absolutely love the Decleor range and its great for splashing out on if you want to treat yourself (which I am really naughty at doing!) As with all the other Decleor products, the tube is minimalist and attractive in the trade mark Decleor yellow colour. The Decleor logo is at the top and then the name of the product around half way down. Then underneath what the product is in French, and then the translation in English. The size of the tube is 50ml and costs £23.50 from the Decleor website. The face mask is quite pricey for quite a small tube but it works really well and you really feel like your face has had a good clean afterwards! It is suitable for all skin types and it meant to dissolve impurities and cleanse the skin. My skin felt really soft after using it. The mask is a clay...

ivytoad 17.01.2008 · Read review
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